Presonus AUDIOBOX GO USB Audio Interface

The Presonus AudioBox GO is a powerful and compact USB-powered 2x2 audio interface. The most portable interface within the AudioBox range, the AudioBox GO is designed for musicians and producers on the go. Compatible with typical laptop or desktop setups as well as Android and iOS devices, you have the flexibility to record wherever you may be when inspiration strikes. The class-compliant USB-C connection allows you to dive into recording without tedious setups or driver installations and even means you don't need an additional power supply to get up and running.

Don't let the size fool you, the AudioBox GO features a combination input that runs into a professional, studio-grade XMAX-L preamp to record and capture your instrument or voice in stunning definition and clarity. This convenient combo input lets you connect your favourite condenser microphone, thanks to the onboard phantom power, or a line-level source such as a drum machine or keyboard. Additionally, a dedicated instrument input lets you record vocals and your instrument simultaneously for complete flexibility.

Ideal for studios where space is a priority, the AudioBox GO comes included with a slew of premium software tools to help you take your song from concept to completion. Coming included with a licence for Studio One Prime DAW and Studio Magic Suite, you have access to over 1000 in plug-ins, content and tuition completely free. Start your musical journey without restrictions with the AudioBox GO.

Connect anything and sound great

In typical Presonus fashion, the AudioBox GO delivers stunning audio quality in a compact package. Boasting an XMAX-L solid-state preamp that's had over 25 years of recording studio know-how implemented in the design, you can be sure that no matter what audio source you are recording, you will have a clean and articulate sound. With 50dB of gain and +48V phantom power, you can be sure that even if you're using the most sensitive studio condenser microphone, you will have plenty of headroom to record even the most dynamic of solo vocal performances.

A combination input features both XLR and 1/4" TRS input and allows you to record anything from XLR vocal microphones, direct boxes for your electric guitar or line-level instruments such as keyboards or drum machines. An additional dedicated instrument input can be used to connect a separate instrument such as your electric bass or guitar. The combination of both inputs even allows you to record both vocals and instruments simultaneously for natural performances with soul.

Compact and powerful

True to its name, the AudioBox GO features everything you need to record, you'll want to carry it with you everywhere you and your instrument go. Small and robust enough to be carried in a guitar case, backpack or laptop bag, you can capture your ideas in stunning quality whenever inspiration strikes, whether that's on the go, in-between studios or at your rehearsal room. Class-compliant and compatible with Android and iOS devices, you can get up and running with your device without the need for complicated installations or drivers, letting get on with your creative output without losing focus. Powered by the onboard USB-C connection, you can also eliminate the need for bulky power supplies that tether you to an outlet connection and instead enjoy the freedom to record wherever you are, even if that's in the great outdoors.

Hear loud and clear

Providing you all the connections you need to monitor your recordings in detail, the AudioBox GO features two balanced main outputs for your favourite studio monitors as well as a front-mounted headphone jack with independent level controls. The powerful outputs also feature a convenient Mix control, enabling you to blend your playback audio from the dry input to the wet and processed sounds through your software. Using the Mix feature on full allows you to hear how your tracks sound through studio processing, whilst recording, ideal for electric guitarists playing through virtual amp simulators or for vocalists to hear any compression or reverb effects applied to the vocals. Often recording dry can be uninspiring and lead to dull performances, with the Mix knob fully cranked, stay inspired and hear the final sound of your performance with no latency!

World-class recording software included

Get started in your music production journey with the software included with AudioBox GO. Coming with a free licence for Studio One Prime, you have access to one of the world's most intuitive DAWs, giving you the ability to record, edit, compose and produce your music. Designed by musicians, for musicians, Studio One Prime is an extremely user-friendly design that gives you all of the tools you need and leaves out any unnecessary additions that only serve to stifle your creative process.

Additionally, the included Studio Magic bundle lets you take your productions to the next level. Studio Magic is comprised of over € 1,000 worth of plug-ins, software and tutorials to transform your productions from beginner to release-ready! For producers on the go, AudioBox GO also features Capture Duo, a free app for your iOS and Android devices that offers simple two-track recording, ideal for recording your ideas while inspiration strikes.

Features

• Ultra-compact and portable design makes it ideal for travelling musicians and engineers

• USB-C powered design eliminates the need for bulky power supplies when travelling or on the go

• Record a wide range of instruments through the onboard XLR microphone and TS instrument inputs

• Phantom power allows you to record your favourite studio condenser microphone

• Dive into recording with the included Studio One Prime DAW

• Master the art of mixing and editing your music with the included Studio Magic software bundle

• Comprehensive control over your monitoring with Mix knob to blend between dry input and wet-processed audio through your DAW

• Hear the details of your recordings with the front-mounted headphone jack with independent level control

• Stereo balanced outputs allow you to connect your favourite studio monitors

• Class-compliant design gets you up and running with no drivers required

• Compatible with iOS and Android devices for portable mobile recording

Specifications
System requirements

• Operating system:

  • Mac: macOS version 10.13 or later

  • Windows: Windows 10 or later (64-Bit Only)

• Storage: 200 MB

• RAM: 4GB

Microphone Preamp

• Type: XLR female, balanced (via Combo connector Input 1)

• Frequency Response: (+/-3.0 dB) 20 Hz to 20 kHz

• Input Impedance (Balanced): 1.4k ohm

• THD+N (unwtd, 1 kHz at +4 dBu Output, Unity Gain): Less than 0.004

• Gain Control Range (+/- 1 dB): 50 dB (0 dB to +50 dB)

• Max Input Level (Unity Gain, 1 kHz at 0.5 THD+N): +10 dBu (+/- 0.5 dBu, min gain)

• Phantom Power (+/-2 VDC): +48 VDC (+/-2 VDC)

Line Input

• Type: 1/4" TRS female, balanced (via Combo connector Input 1)

• Input Impedance: 750 k ohm

• Max Input Level : +19 dB

• Gain Control Range: 50 dB (-20 dB to +30 dB)

Instrument Input

• Type: 1/4" TS female, unbalanced (Input 2)

• Input Impedance: 750 k ohm

• Max Input Level: +13 dB

• Gain Control Range: 50 dB (0 dB to +50 dB)

Line Outputs

• Type: 1/4" TRS female, impedance balanced

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +/-0.2 dB

• Output Impedance: 51 ohm

• THD+N (1 kHz, 20 kHz BW, A-wtd): Less than 0.007

Headphone Output

• Type: 1/4" TRS active stereo

• Maximum Output: 30 mW/ch. at 60 ohm Load

• Frequency Response (+/-1.0 dB): 20 Hz - 20 kHz, +/- 0.5 dB

• THD+N (1 kHz, max gain, 20 kHz BW, A-wtd): Less than 0.08

• S/N Ratio (1 kHz, max gain, 20 kHz BW, A-wtd): 90 dB

Digital Audio

• Connection Type: USB 2.0 over USB-C® compatible connection

• ADC Dynamic Range (A-wtd, 48 kHz Sample Rate): 90 dB

• DAC Dynamic Range (A-wtd, 48 kHz Sample Rate): 102 dB

• Bit Depth: 24

• Reference Level for 0 dBFS: +10 dBu

• Supported Sample Rates (kHz): 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96

General

• Dimensions: 44 x 84 x 108mm.

• Product code: AUDIOBOX GO.

• Android: For more information on compatibility with Android devices.

• iOS: For more information on compatibility with iOS devices.

• Chrome OS: For more information on compatibility with Chrome OS devices.