Detail 01
Z-Tone variable-impedance Hi-Z input
Can reshape guitar tone or precisely match the impedance of a virtual gear model.
Product detailSKU #1500000263342
IK MultimediaAXE I/O USB Audio Interface
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
AXE I/O is a USB audio interface centered on guitar recording and control. Its front panel combines a Hi-Z input, Amp output for re-amping, and a 1/4-inch return for adding external pedal effects without moving rear connections. Two combo inputs handle instruments or microphones, with +48V phantom power available. Z-Tone variable impedance can reshape a guitar's tone or match a virtual gear model, while PURE, JFET, and ACTIVE input paths provide different signal-handling options. Pedal and switch inputs, a tuner, MIDI I/O, and included software round out a recording-focused setup.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording guitar while keeping a front-panel return available for external pedal effects.
- Re-amping through the dedicated front Amp output without adding a direct box.
- Using pedals or switches to control AmpliTube 4 and other plug-ins in real time.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Sessions requiring onboard DSP processing; AXE I/O has no onboard DSP.
- Systems needing digital inputs; the specifications list zero digital inputs.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
PURE, JFET, and ACTIVE input paths
PURE is transparent with over 117 dB(A) dynamic range; JFET adds harmonic enhancement; ACTIVE bypasses unneeded stages for active pickups.
Detail 03
Two combo inputs with +48V phantom power
The interface accepts microphone and instrument connections, with phantom power available.
Detail 04
Four balanced TRS line outputs plus headphone output
Provides separate line-output connections alongside headphone monitoring.
Detail 05
24-bit / 192 kHz maximum
The maximum published bit depth and sample rate.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01AmpliTube 5 and TONEX Intro software are provided upon registering the product through IK Multimedia.
- 02Connects over USB 2.0.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does AXE I/O support re-amping?
Yes. It has a front-panel Amp output for re-amping, described as requiring no direct box.
02Can I connect microphones?
Yes. It has two XLR/TRS combo inputs and +48V phantom power.
03Is a tuner built in?
Yes. AXE I/O includes a built-in tuner for recording sessions.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsPickups & controls
- Monitor Control
- Yes
- Latency Control
- Latency-free monitoring
- Mic Preamps
- 2
- Headphone Control
- Yes
11 detailsConnections & power
- XLR TRS Combo Jacks
- 2
- Phantom Power
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- 0
- Total Outputs
- 5
- Analog Output
- 5
- Headphone Output S
- 1
- Analog Inputs
- 2
- Digital Outputs
- 3
- XLR Only Jacks
- 0
- 1 4 Only Jacks
- 2
- Total Inputs
- 4
5 detailsSize & weight
- Height
- 5 inch
- Weight
- 1.5
- Depth
- 9.9 inch
- Width
- 11.1 inch
- Bit Depth
- 24-bit
1 detailsIn the box
- Included Software
- ✓ Included
10 detailsOther
- 1 4 Out
- 5
- Direct Monitoring
- Yes
- Metering
- LED meters
- Onboard DSP
- No
- Word Clock I O
- No
- MIDI I O
- Yes
- Connections
- USB 2.0
- XLR Out
- 0
- Sampling Rate
- 192kHz maximum
- Rack Mountable
- Yes
