Compose and record music, stream content, create podcasts and make location recordings in studio quality with the IXO22. Featuring high speed USB 2.0, the lightweight IXO22 offers a full, truly mobile production platform for the iPhone, iPad, Windows and Mac computers. Plug in condenser and dynamic microphones to one of the two superb onboard preamps, connect a guitar to the Hi-Z input, add a keyboard to the line inputs and connect monitor speakers and headphones to listen to your sound. With latency-free direct monitoring and power via USB-C, the IXO22 is the ideal production interface that you can use literally anywhere.
Steinberg IXO22 USB Audio Interface Features:
- 24-bit/192 kHz USB 2.0 audio interface with 2 x 2 analog I/O
- Two combo inputs with mute button, Class A mic preamps and phantom power, plus one Hi-Z input
- Compact, lightweight metal casing, with two color options
- Direct monitoring and Loopback function for livestreaming
- Cross-platform compatibility with Windows, macOS and iOS, plus Cubase AI and Cubasis LE included
- USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable included
- Comes with Cubase AI and Cubasis LE
- Steinberg Plus VST instruments and loops
For songwriting sessions
The lightweight IXO series is your portable, flexible friend for writing songs. 24-bit/192 kHz recording quality and state-of-the-art microphone preamps let you capture vocals and acoustic instruments in stunning detail, while Hi-Z / line inputs provide ample connectivity for electric guitar and keyboards. A headphone output with individual volume control provides latency-free monitoring and the included Cubase AI recording software completes a great-sounding production setup.
For live streaming
Streaming and vlogging are great ways to reach new audiences, as well as entertaining your existing followers. The IXO22 is the ideal platform for you to go live online, its Loopback function letting you combine a live microphone signal with the audio from any recording and streaming both live. You can add a live voiceover or vocal to a backing track, or sing live with a musical instrument, with both signals merged and looped back to your internet broadcasting software.
For performing
When you’re performing live, you want to be sure that the audience hears your voice or instrument exactly as you intend. Take the IXO22 with you to the stage and it will deliver your performance in the best quality, its premium components and analog-digital conversion ensuring that the venue’s audio system reproduces your sound with exceptional clarity and musicality.
Compatible with all major audio software
IXO series interfaces support the ASIO, Core Audio and WDM standards, offering a seamless recording and production experience with the widest range of audio software.
Ultra-mobile build
The small size and the light weight of the IXO22 make it the perfect companion for mobile recording. Along with the high-quality components and the inputs, outputs and controls you need, it will easily fit in a backpack or laptop bag, so you always have it with you wherever and whenever you need it.
24-bit/192 kHz
The premium converters used in IXO series interfaces deliver great audio quality, thanks to a maximum sampling rate of 192 kHz with 24-bit resolution. High-quality analog to digital conversion is a crucial first step for any sound production, so Steinberg’s hardware designers carefully chose the best combination of components for optimum results. Accurately capturing every detail of the signals they record, IXO interfaces ensure audio fidelity throughout the recording process is maximized.
IXO mic preamps
Ensuring sung vocals, speech and acoustic instruments are captured in stunning detail, IXO series microphone preamps deliver recording quality which is unmatched in this price class. With a beautifully transparent sound, the remarkably detailed high end, rich low frequencies and exceptional dynamic response give every project you create the clearest, most musical quality.
Loopback function for streaming
The IXO interface Loopback function offers an easy way to stream performances live to the internet. Ideal for hosting live online broadcasts, incoming audio signals (such as a microphone, musical instrument or line source) are merged with content coming from playback software, such as Cubase or another DAW, on your computer. The merged signal is then broadcast online via your choice of streaming software.
Latency-free direct monitoring
The IXO22 features latency-free direct hardware monitoring, which allows you to listen to the input signal in real time when recording. Because the IXO22 has an extra input, this model allows you to choose between mono or stereo direct monitoring.
iOS ready via CC Mode
IXO series interfaces can be used with an audio application such as Steinberg’s Cubasis for iPhone and iPad, giving you a fully mobile audio recording solution. All IXO interfaces automatically switch to Class Compliant (CC) mode when connected to an iOS device, providing an effortlessly intuitive, ultra-portable production experience.
High-speed USB 2.0 via USB-C
IXO series interfaces feature high-speed USB 2.0, which provides fast, reliable, and seamless connectivity to iOS devices, Mac and PC computers. Together with the latest USB-C connection standard, IXO interfaces allow easy and flexible connection for every setup, wherever you are recording.
Included Software
Cubase AI: A special, cut-down version which uses the same core technologies as Cubase Pro, providing all the basic tools needed for recording, editing and mixing.
Cubasis LE: The compact version of its bigger brother Cubasis. Specially designed for quick and easy operation, it makes recording, editing and mixing on your iPhone or iPad a breeze.
Steinberg Plus
Steinberg Plus is a real ‘plus’ if you own an IXO series audio interface, giving you a great selection of free VST instruments and VST sound loop sets. It’s our way of thanking you for investing in our audio interfaces.
