User Manual
AI-1User Guide V02 RØDE MICROPHONES – DECEMBER 2017
OVERVIEW
The AI-1 USB Audio Interface adds studio-quality Input
and Output capabilities to your PC or Mac, turning your
recording software into a full recording setup.
With its high quality Neutrik XLR-1/4” Combo Jack
combined input and discrete Class-A preamp, the AI-1
allows you to connect a microphone or instrument or
line level audio signal to your Mac/Windows computer
for recording. The AI-1 provides the necessary A/D
conversion at up to 24 bit/96kHz.
The AI-1 also allows playback and monitoring of audio
either direct from the microphone or via playback from
the recording software. This is done via a high-quality
discrete headphone amplier and outputs via either the
¼’’ headphone output on the front of the unit or the
balanced ¼’’ outputs on the rear of the unit.
Features:
• Ultra low-noise Class-A discrete preamplier
• Sampling rate of up to 96kHz/24-Bit
• Premium discrete headphone amplier
• XLR-1/4” Combo Jack Instrument / line level input
• 2 x Balanced 1/4” speaker outputs
• Rugged body with Satin Black Finish
• USB-C/3 connectivity
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Apple
MacOS 10.10 or later with USB 2.0 or 3.0 USB port
Windows
Windows 7 OS or later with USB 2.0 or 3.0 USB port
The AI-1 is USB bus powered so there is no need for an
external power supply.
Some laptops may limit the USB output power when running
on battery. This could mean the AI-1 does not receive enough
power to run optimally. If this is the case, connect your laptop
to the power supply when using the AI-1.
RØDE MICROPHONES – DECEMBER 2017