IK Multimedia AXE I/O Solo USB Audio Interface (1141070)

IK Multimedia AXE I/O Solo USB Audio Interface (1141070)

The IK Multimedia AXE I/O Solo audio interface gives guitar-focused recording in a compact 2-in/3-out USB format. It streamlines tracking and tone shaping with dedicated instrument controls and a premium-sounding signal path.

Guitar-Focused Input Control for Cleaner Takes

This compact interface centres on an advanced instrument input that helps preserve the character of a guitar or bass while providing practical tone-shaping options.

• ACTIVE/PASSIVE pickup selector
• PURE and JFET input stages
• Z-Tone impedance control from 1 MOhm to 2.2 kOhms
• Triple-topology instrument input

The ACTIVE setting bypasses unnecessary gain stages when using active pickups, therefore keeping the signal path as direct and clean as possible. The PURE stage delivers a transparent, ultraprecise preamp circuit that does not colour the sound, while the JFET option adds subtle harmonic enhancement, midrange focus, and warmth.

The Z-Tone circuit lets the interface interact with pickups by adjusting input impedance. Use maximum impedance for a tighter, more defined, and more precise sound. Increase the load and the sound becomes thicker.

High-Resolution Audio and Low-Noise Performance

It supports 192 kHz / 24-bit audio and uses an ultra-stable internal low-jitter clock to maintain high fidelity. Additionally, the wide frequency response and ultra-low noise floor support high-gain recording while keeping the signal clean and quiet.

Transparent Microphone Recording with Class A PURE Preamp

The built-in Class A microphone preamp targets transparent, clean recordings. An extended flat frequency response captures the full tonal range of a voice or instrument without colouring the sound, and the best-in-class dynamic range supports ultra-quiet recordings.

Easy Reamping and Tone Modelling with Dedicated Amp Out

The dedicated Amp Out supports reamping and tone modelling workflows. For instance, it lets players create Tone Models of amps and pedals using TONEX for Mac/PC, or process recorded tracks through real guitar amps and pedals without needing external accessories.

• Dedicated low-noise Amp Out for reamping and tone modelling
• Ground-loop reduction during reamping and modelling

This low-noise output also helps eliminate ground loops during tone capture to keep high-gain amps as quiet as possible.

Practical Monitoring and Connectivity for Recording Sessions

It provides separate main and headphone volume control, plus a Monitor knob that blends direct signal with computer audio for latency-free monitoring. It also includes MIDI I/O, two controller inputs for expression pedals or single/dual switches (sold separately), and two balanced reference monitor outputs.

Included Software for Mac/PC

AXE I/O Solo comes with AmpliTube 5 SE and TONEX SE for Mac/PC. It also includes a dedicated Control Panel app that manages I/O, routing, controller assignments, phantom power, and grounding control for lower-noise setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the I/O and connection type? It’s a USB audio interface with a 2-in/3-out configuration.
2. How does it handle different guitar pickup types? It includes an ACTIVE/PASSIVE pickup selector. PASSIVE accommodates everything from low-output vintage pickups to higher-output humbuckers, while ACTIVE bypasses unnecessary gain stages for a more direct and clean signal path with active pickups.
3. What is the difference between the PURE and JFET input stages? PURE provides a fully transparent, ultraprecise preamp circuit that does not colour the sound. JFET uses a Class A JFET input buffer for subtle harmonic enhancement, midrange focus, and warmth.
4. What does the Z-Tone control do? It adjusts impedance from 1 MOhm (“defined”) to 2.2 kOhms (“thick”) to interact with pickups. Maximum impedance gives a tighter, more defined, more precise sound, while higher load makes the sound thicker.
5. What audio resolution does it support? It supports 192 kHz / 24-bit conversion and uses an ultra-stable internal low-jitter clock.

 

Add the IK Multimedia AXE I/O Solo audio interface to your cart to build a streamlined guitar recording and reamping setup with dedicated tone-shaping control. Contact or visit Gibbys Electronic Supermarket for expert advice on choosing the right audio interface, monitoring, and recording workflow for your system.