I just purchased an iD4 for voiceover work. It’s beautifully made with clear sound and zero line noise, replacing an older iD22 that did great service for many years. Recommended 👍🏼
What makes your product and brand look superior is your active engagement in the comments section...shows your commitment....thanks to the team behind it. Will definitely consider buying your product in the future.
Never see an so good video to explain an product, thanks you a lot ! Audient seem like very very huge brand in music industry, I definitely recommend the ID14 MK2 or EVO 4 depend on 2 line in mic or 2 line out headphones, Its depend, thanks for this content, excellent video 📝✅
Just started using the ID4 mk2 with a Lewitt LCT 440 Pure mic and it sounds so sweet. Pretty much no noise, around -39db in a real world test in adobe audition but noise is not very audible. Great preamp and super happy so far.
Will this audio interface run on Windows laptop ? And the Reaper daw will work on this interface ? I'm a fully Beginners ...I never use audio interface
Hi Dear Audient, I've used Audient iD4 for 2 years now it's amazing. Now for this Mk2, I'd like to know could we adjust the dual headphones output level seperately?
The iD4 MKII uses the same signal path as the MKI so It wouldn't be possible to adjust the headphone volume separately, this is available on the iD14 MKII however.
really just excited for you to make an upgrade to the id44, or offering like an id88. like. a new high end one so we can just use it like a proper high input and output converter. Would love an all in one system like the prism titan for example. I'm sure you guys can match that sound quality
Hey Audient! Can the 2nd input be used as line input as well? Or is it only instrument input? I intend to connect my Yamaha PSR E323 keyboard to the 2nd input. Will it work?
It's not designed to be used as a line input but can be used as one in a pinch, you will need to carefully balance the gains of the two inputs to get a balanced stereo field.
for Sound quality will it matter if i use the included rca cable that came with my studio monitors to the headphone output of my interface VS two RCA to 1/4"TRS cables?
I have had the Id4 MK2 for 6 months and am very impressed. I bought some DT990 pro headphones which run at 250ohms. They are a fair bit quieter than my 64 ohm previous headphones. Will a headphone amp improve sound quality? They go loud enough when I crank it but wondering if a preamp will make a difference. Thanks
It's difficult to say as sound quality is quite subjective. A headphone amp will give you more volume from the headphones but you might get a slightly different frequency response compared to the iD4's headphone output.
On the iD4, the headphones and monitor outputs are driven from the same DAC so changes to the speaker level will also affect the headphones as well. If you do need independent headphone outputs then the iD14 may work better for your workflow.
Hi there i have a simply question for you, since i use a desktop i don´t have USBc ports, i would like to buy the interface and as is written on the specs if i don´t use the USBc cable i don´t be able to use the max provided headphone amp, my question is if i use an USB 3.0 cable to USBc do i still get the amp max level for the headphones or not?
The slightly higher headphone headroom is only available when using a USB-C connection as this will provide the additional current required. However, the headphone headroom when using USB3.0 will still be more than enough for most applications and headphones.
Can you use this with headphones significantly lower than the maximum impedance, say 32 Ohms like my Sennheiser HD 449s, without blowing out the drivers or distortion at normal levels?
While we've not used those exact headphones with the iD4, we've used a number of other headphones with similar impedance and the iD4 will drive them without a problem.
Hey, Yes you can record using the Mic Input and the Instrument Input at the same time. And no, it doesn't have a software mixer because all the routing functionality can be controlled on the unit itself, so it isn't needed.
Glad you like it! Check with your local dealer in terms of pricing and availability (for reference iD4 retails for £139 inc VAT in the UK). iD4 stock is making it's way to shops as we speak and is already available in some locations!
@@Audientworld Nvidia Geforce Experience, general desktop video recording applications. I think in OBS you have to enable stereo downmix to prevent it skewing audio the the left channel as well, it's just a really annoying QOL issue that wasn't present on the EVO.
Thank you for your reply. At the moment it is only possible to use the inputs and outputs as stereo pairs on the iD driver as having mono splits like on the EVO can cause problems with the higher channel counts found on the iD. This is something we are currently investigating however so we may be able to change this behaviour in future updates.
3:13 solidity is one thing, but long term support is just as important. I had to replace a high end TASCAM audio interface because the sound simply broke after the latest Windows update. The interface itself was built like a brick and now sounds like a brick. And TASCAM no longer supports it. I'm very bitter about that.
Can I use auto scrolling thing with cubase 11 pro for windows for automation, move the timeline back and forth etc..? If yes do I need to activate some settings in cubase 11 to make it work?
Scroll Control will work with any function that you can move with the mouse scroll wheel. Simply hover your mouse over the function and scroll the mouse wheel and if it moves, Scroll Control will also be able to adjust it.
If the synth has an unbalanced output then it can be connected to the JFET DI input. Otherwise, if it has balanced line level outputs, I would reccomend using the line inputs on the rear of the device.
The units are currently in transit and should be with dealers shortly. Shipping delays have meant that we've not been able to get them to dealers as quickly as we liked but we are working tirelessly to get them to stores!
@@Audientworld oh wow the app is free either the purchase awesome! Thank you so much for the info. Do you have a recommendation between the id4 and the evo 4? It’s for personal use, home studio. (Rap vocals) and does the Cubasis app come free with the evo 4 registration as well? 🤔
Cubasis is included with both the iD4 and the EVO 4. If you ever need to record stereo inputs, the EVO 4 may be the better choice as it includes two pre-amps rather than the one of the iD4. Otherwise, the iD4 has slightly higher specs and a metal chassis is you tend to take your interface with you on your travels.
@@Audientworld oh man thank you so much for the info! Truly appreciate that! I had my heart set on the evo 4 from all the reviews but never pulled the trigger. Waiting made it harder once I saw this shiny new bad boy lol the ID4 might be my choice now as it’s only for a home/mobile studio and I would only be doing rap vocals so no instruments needed. Thank you again!
The iD4 MKII drivers run a little differently to the EVO 4 so unfortunately, the only way adjust the output level is via the volume knob on the interface.
Hey. I wanna get this bit I'm hearing it's not good when used with very low ohm headphones. I have Hifiman Anandas and they're 25ohms. Will that be ok?
Unfortunately, we've not had a chance to test these headphones with the iD4. It will certainly drive them just fine in terms of volume and other headphones with low impedances have sounded good, but it is of course very subjective thing.
Hey there. Have a question regarding the headphone impedance. I have Audio Technica Ath m50x and Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X. Both of em has an impedance below 50ohm. I read in some forums that it changes the frequency response and might damage the drivers. Will such thing happen. Planning to buy the iD4 soon. Also is the Mkiii series coming anytime soon. If yes then would love to wait❤
It certainly won't damage the headphone's drivers under normal use. The frequency response may be altered slightly but the impedance relationship between a headphone and the amp is fairly complex so some headphones will be affected more than others. We've used both the M50x's and DT990's with the iD4 and they've both sounded good and detailed!
The preamp used in both the original iD14 and the new MkII versions are the Audient Console preamps, designed in the late 1990s. They are still used to this day on our large format consoles found in studios around the world.
How can i connect a midi foot controller (roland fc200 or behringer fcb 1010) to control amplitube or likewise? Does a midi to usb onto the pc would work?
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Ive been actually looking for the funtion of pressing down own the main volume knob. For me it changes the volume in like two steps --> louder or quieter. But I didnt find anyhting about this feature... Im using the Id4 Mk2
This is the DIM feature and lets you drop the output volume. Useful if you need to take a call or have a chat with your artists when listening back to takes.
My older audient id4 dont remember the volume when my laptop gets in sleep mode, so i have to turn it up every time again. Is there any solution for that or is it possible with this version?
Hi! On this video you mention that in older computers with USB 3 ports you need a camera adapter kit and a powered USB hub; but on "How to set up an Audient iD4 MkII Audio Interface" you mention just a USB A to C cable. Is the latter option enough? What would you recommend? Thanks.
Apologies if there has been any confusion. A Camera Connector kit and active USB hub is only required on iPad's which use the lightening port. If the iD4 MKII is connected to a PC with USB3.0 ports then just a USB A-C cable can be used.
Hi Tomek, Yes the upgrade converters will improve the recording quality as well as the quality of audio when listening back. So an all-round better sound experience!
Hello, i have a question regarding the Audient ID4 MKII, can it fully drive a 250 OHM headphones (DT770), because I heard from voice artists that they might need an amp?
The iD4 MKII can drive a pair of DT770 250 Ohms for most listening and monitoring situations. If you do need a lot of output level for your headphones, for example, you're monitoring in a loud environment or are listing back to quiet recordings then you may want a separate amp but for most setups, you shouldn't need an amp.
I have the 1st gen id4 that I just recently dug out of storage to use with my M1 MacBook Air but I don’t see the dedicated mixer option. Is that not supported with my version of the id4?
Thank you for this presentation. Could you please tell me if the Audient iD4 MkII works correctly (enough power) to use a headphone Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro in 250 Ohm ? Or, should I choose a 80 Ohm version ? Thank you !
You have 2 monitor led lines. Why don't you give the option of switching them from stereo monitoring to one line showing pure input and the other - system sound output? It is important to continuously monitor your mic level, and turning the balance knob each time I want to do that is far from practical. If you managed to roll that feature out in a firmware update, you'd make a LOT of people very happy.
My laptop is a 2016 model. When I plug the sound card into the USB port, the lights flash and my computer does not recognize the sound card. Could this be because it is USB 2.0? Or could there be another reason?
From what you are describing, it sounds like the USB isn't providing enough power. Can you please try a different USB port or different USB cable? If you PC's ports all cannot power the unit then you may wish to use a powered USB hub instead.
Hi, Great video to explain the features. Will this work stand alone (as a mixer) without the computer using a power bank or external charger? The MOTU M2 and M4 have stand alone functions. Can we connect the left and right outputs of a guitar effects processor to the ID4 to get stereo output from the processor?
Its not designed to be used as a standalone unit but you can power it from a USB connection and use is as a pre-amp. It may not be suitable for stereo applications as you only have one line input and 1 DI input and you'll probably see a tonal difference between your left and right channels.
@@Audientworld Thanks for the reply. I finally bought the ID14 MKII just for the combo inputs instead of the ID4 MKII. I have a OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock where all my other equipment is connected for the M1 Macbook Pro so that should power this up too I suppose. Will test it out and revert.
Hello ! I want to buy one but I'm not sure about the usb cable. My laptop doesn't have an usb-c port . If i use a usb c to usb 3.0 cable will it works? Will i lost quality or be ok to use the 48v phantom?
Hi JF, you will be fine to use a USB-C to USB-A cable, please see this article for more details: support.audient.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055528551-What-USB-port-can-the-iD14-MKII-be-connected-to-
How to connect this audio interface to a laptop not having c type port only having usb 3.0 (A type) USB. Kindly let me know if using data cable coming with android phones i.e, (A type to C type) would suffice or not???
Yes, you can use a USB-C to USB-A cable to connect the iD4 to an USB-A port. The only difference is that you'd loose a small amount of headroom on the headphone output due to the lower bus current of the USB-A port.
Can I use both headphone output Jack's at the same time? For example if I wanted to monitor with my studio headphones but use the second jack to connect to the microphone input on my nikon dslr camera to record a song? Alternatively can you play through your studio monitors and thought the headphone jack into a camera at the same time?
Yes, you can use both at the same time, however they are both affected by the same headphone volume so your DSLR will get the same level as your headphones which may not be ideal. Similarly, the speaker outputs are fed from the same amp so adjusting your speaker level will also affect the level being sent to your DSLR. If you need more control over your outputs then an interface with more outputs such as the EVO 8 or the iD14 MKII would be ideal.
I have installed an ID 4 software for my ID 4 Mark II and I have an icon on my macbook, but nothing is opening when i click on the icon! i can not see any software mixer, please help. Thanks
Hey. I finally got mine today. I have a question for you if you don't mind. I can't seem to find a solid answer online. If I use the outputs of this interface and run them into a headphone amp (Topping L30) do I have to worry about the impedance if I have headphones with lows ohms? I don't know if the impedance works the same way with the outputs, or is it just the headphone socket? Thanks in advance.
If you are using a headphone amp then you don't need to worry about the low impedance of your headphones. Even so, the iD4 will happy drive headphones down to 16 Ohms
Hey Audient, question, I need only 1 preamp so the id4 would be perfect but I want the highest possible quality for recording vocals and also for mixing, is the converters and the preamp in the id4 mkii better then the id22 for recording and mixing quality? I don’t mind paying 800 bucks for an id22 for higher quality sound but it would be extremely useless since I only need 1 input, hope you guys reply, thank you
The iD4 MKII does have slightly better specs than the iD22 due to it's AD/DA upgrade. If you only need one mic input then the iD4 MKII would be the best choice.
If I'm only recording one thing at the time and only listening through it on my own (headphones or monitors) is it any reason to pick up the id14 instead or is it only a waste of money? Couldn't some features of the software mixer be beneficial also for the id4? Like see the input/output levels? Are all the input/output specifications exactly the same otherwise (same quality in recording and monitor/headphone output)? I thought so but for example the headphone specification differs and made me wonder. From Audient homepage: Headphone output - Frequence response: id4: ±0.1dB 10Hz to 40kHz id14: ±0.25dB 10Hz to 40kHz Even if the above is the case, I know it's not hearable but still wonder why there's a difference at all if they should be the same.
If you're only recording a single input and just using headphones the iD4 is great! You can monitor the input and output of the iD4's LED meters using Monitor Mix control to adjust what the meters are showing. In real world use, the iD4 and the iD14 have the exact same sound and basically the same specs. I would choose based on the features you need rather than small differences in specs as both will give great sounding audio
Can you please check the USB connection and possibly try new USB ports and cables? If you are using a hub or adaptor, can you instead try plugging the interface in directly to the computer? If you are still having issues, please do send a message to support so our team can help you!
Hi, thanks for the video! I wonder if it is possible to control the volume level with apple keyboard. Many external audio interfaces has volume controls greyed out on MacOS. I wonder if that is the case for audient as well? Googled a bit but can't find something about it, would really appreciate if you could answer!
I'm afraid, the volume keys are disabled when using the iD4 interface as your audio output device. The Audient EVO 4 however does allow you to use the built in volume controls however so this may be an option for your setup?
Just got mine today, but I'm disappointed that the headphone monitor function doesn't work at all with the headphones plugged into the Audient. My Mac is set to the Audient ID4 input/output, and although I can record to an application through the Audient, I can't hear myself at all. This would be even worse if I tried to use this for remote podcasting (I can't hear my guest, much less myself) and also would be terrible if I was trying to record a guitar into line input 2 because you can't hear what you're doing! Doesn't matter how loud I turn the monitors, it doesn't work. Too bad, the noise floor is pretty quiet. But I can only hear it if I plug headphones directly into the Mac, which sounds very reverby in my headphones while I'm recording, but sounds OK in playback after I stop recording. Is this normal and expected performance for your products -- why did you put a headphone jack on it if the headphones don't work?
This certainly doesn't sound like normal behaviour. If you haven't already could you drop us a message at support@audient.com and our team can help you troubleshoot this problem?
hey im so confused when i put monitor mix all the way daw i hear everything loud so should i use it on middle? for true sound level? coz it confuse me so much
With the Monitor Mix set to DAW, you are getting the full DAW signal, at the middle you'll get a blend of the DAW and INPUT signals but both reduced by -6dB.
if i plug in one cable with usb C in one end into the interface and the other end of the cable which is USB 3.0 type A into my PC is it also going to make the headphone output weaker?
If you are using a USB-A port on your PC then the headphone headroom will be slightly lower but the headphone amp will still happily drive most common headphones.
Hey thanks for the questions! iD4 will retail for $199 MAP. Best to get in touch with Sweetwater directly to find out when they will have stock. Units are on their way to dealers as we speak so hopefully you won't be waiting long!
Dear audient, i have a question. I want to record my DJ performance from my Pioneer mixer. That Pioneer mixer has two TRS output (L and R). So where should I plug it in audient id4? Can I plug it like this : L in Mic input, and R on Line input?
The iD4 isn't really designed for stereo inputs. You can connect the left channel to Mic/Line input o the rear and the right channel to the Instrument input on the front. You then need to make careful adjustments to the gains to match the levels of the two inputs, you will also have some tonal difference between the two inputs so this may not be ideal.
In theory this is possible but it wouldn't be possible to monitor the wet signal via the iD4 at the same time because the line outputs and headphones are fed from the same DAC so you would only hear the dry signal being sent to the Strymon.
Dear Audient, can id4 store the last volume adjustment after power is cut off (S4 deep shutdown PC, with power off to USB ports) or do I always have to adjust volume again? Sending PC to normal S3-shutdown is a solution, but there is 20W power consuption all time then. Work on more reliable drivers, especially focus on wake up after (deep states) standby. The device often loses its outputs after wakeup and PC reboot or pulling USB jack are the only solutions. For mkiii a power on/off switch and seperate Volume knob for headset output would be nice. A 2nd Micinput 3,5mm audio jack 4 pole is a must for PC headset with mic. Streamers would love it. Automatic Mic in Level calibration would be nice to. And more easy software for PC configuration, Loop-back mixer is to complicated. And a much better and finer level indicator. Price it 50% higher and then it´s an ideal tool for streamers too.
The iD4 will not recall its last volume setting so you will need to turn up the volume when it is powered on again. I'll pass your other feedback onto our development team so we can look into this!
Hello Audient, can you please tell me if I can connect my Marshall AVT 50 using the emulated DI output, where is the recommended connection to an input with an input impedance >20kΩ to the line input of my ID4 mk2, and which cable is better to use?
I'd recommend using the Line inputs of the iD4, so just connect a 1/4" jack to the Mic/Line input on the rear. A standard 1/4" TS cable should do the job.
The JFET DI adds subtle harmonics to your instrument input o remove the "sterile" sound that you can get from some DI's. You may still wish to add processing in your DAW depending on how colourful you like your tone!
Hi, bought the interface 2 days back. From yesterday I have facing this issue. When connecting to my laptop using USB C, there is a tick tick sound coming from the interface (not the speaker or headphone which are connected) and all the 10 leds start going on and off. Some this stops and I can use the interface normally, but other times it goes on for 2 or 3 minutes after which I unplug the device please help.
This sounds like the unit is not receiving enough power from the USB connection and is resetting. Can you please try a different USB port, ensuring you are not using a USB hub or adaptor?
Hi I'm a newbie in this field. I got SHURE SM7b mic and wanna buy iD4 MkII as the audio interface. Is it provide enough GAIN directly to SM7b, or I have to purchase another preamp? Thank you so much!
@@lancaca Hello Law i know it's been a week but i wanted to ask you please if you got the ID4 MKII and tested it on your SM7B because i'm planning to get the same setup and afraid that it doesn't provide enough gain thank you in advance
Glad that you like iD4! Please get in touch with your local audio dealer and find out when they will be getting stock. Or alternatively use our Where To Buy tool to find a dealer audient.com/where-to-buy/
Hi there, can you make sure you've got the latest iD drivers installed? Download here: audient.com/products/audio-interfaces/id4/downloads/ If that doesn't work, please contact support@audient.com and explain the situation, thanks.
It would be better to connect it to the line input on the rear as the DI is designed for lower level guitar signals. Bare in mind the inputs are mono so you'd need to use the mono output of the Keyboard, not the combined stereo outputs, using a TS 1/4" jack should ensure this.
Can you please check the Monitor Mix Control is set correctly (INPUT if you'd like to hear your Mic, DAW if you'd like to hear your PC playback or in the middle for both) and the output is turned up sufficiently as it will reset to min volume when powered up. If you are still having issues, send us a message at support@audient.com and we'll be able to help!
The three smaller knobs are all rock solid, the larger one also acts a a push button in order to turn on and off Dim mode so this does have a little bit of wiggle to allow it to be pressed down but is still hard wearing and solidly built.
Hi! I am new. I recently i got the iD4 MKll and i love it. But I had some troubles: I can´t open the iDmixer, I think is important, I've tried like 3 times. The second is about the sound on youtube, sounds like weird, the music sounds decent but the voices sounds like very hide or in a other place. I had gamer headphones, i used to use them with another interface, is that a problem? . In the DAW goes well. Hope you can help me, thanks!
Hello, in order to open the mixer you would want to go to the System Tray (Bottom right hand corner of the screen) on Windows or the Menu Bar (Top right hand corner of the screen) on macOS and click on the iD icon. From here you can selelct "Show Loopback Mixer" to open the mixer software. Regarding the headphones, if you using a headset with a built in mic, you may need an adaptor. If you get in touch with us at support@audient.com with more details about the headset, we'll be able to help you with this.
can i record stereo? like from my guitar rig output to iD4 input? i worry about the balance or colouring front input (trs)& back input (xlr). can i get the solution?
It is possible to record in stereo but as you mention you have to be careful with your levels as the DI on the front is a different circuit than the Mic pre on the rear. If you do a lot of stereo recording then the iD14 may be the better choice.
Audient yeah thx u for the kind reply. last time i just confused about the levels & colour on front DI and the ba k Mic Pre. so i bought iD14 for my studio. thx u audient✌🏼
I’ve got a rode nt-1 mic connected to the audient id4 mkll & my laptop is a MacBook m2 however the audio quality I’m getting is very poor for some reason its like my voice is scratchy or doubled slightly it’s just not a clean vocal!! The best way to describe it is abit distorted slightly with very poor quality almost the same quality of a sudotack £50 usb mic I actually own!! Is this because of the provided cable as I’ve tried everything else?? It’s just not performing how you would expect from this solid setup I have!! Very very poor performance quality!! & a very very slightly muffled vocal So I know something is wrong!!
I'd like to record a line signal from a TE Op-1. Is there a possibility to record a stereo signal? also, is there the risk that the 48v phantom could be triggered by mistake and produce damage to the unit connected to line input?
The only way you could record a stereo signal is to make use of both the Mic/Line and DI inputs at the same time which can cause some balance issues so we typically advice against stereo inputs on the iD4. If you connect the OP-1 to the iD4 using 1/4" jacks then it will be safe as the iD4 cannot feed phantom power to TRS jacks, only XLR cables.
The headphone amp can be connected either to the line outputs on the rear or to the headphone output on the front depending on your setup and what inputs your headphone amp has. Ensure that the output you are using is turned up sufficiently to drive the amp.
Direct Monitoring is possible, you simply turn the Monitor Mix Control around to INPUT for near to zero latency monitoring. The headphone and monitor volumes are linked. If an independent headphone output is required for your setup then the iD14 may be the better interface for you.
JFET DI input on ID 4 MK 2 has an impedance of 500 kΩ, but your other products have an impedance of 1 mΩ, what's the difference and which one is better?
In our experience, there isn't a great deal of difference between the two in terms of tone, especially when using modern pickups. 1 Meg inputs will provide a slightly flatter input in terms of frequency response however.
On paper, the specs for iD4 are better than EVO 4 in a number of ways, however EVO 4 is still a great sounding device! We always recommend comparing the features of our different products when trying to choose, as this could potentially have a bigger impact on your day to day use compared to the detailed audio specifications. If you want to talk through the specifics of any of the interfaces to work out which might work best for your workflow then please get in touch with our support team at support@audient.com and they can talk it through with you!
I just purchased an iD4 for voiceover work. It’s beautifully made with clear sound and zero line noise, replacing an older iD22 that did great service for many years. Recommended 👍🏼
What makes your product and brand look superior is your active engagement in the comments section...shows your commitment....thanks to the team behind it. Will definitely consider buying your product in the future.
Thank you for your feedback, great to hear you're considering Audient in the future.
And me who bought id4 1gen 3 months ago: thanks👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️
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Lol me too! 😥
Never see an so good video to explain an product, thanks you a lot ! Audient seem like very very huge brand in music industry, I definitely recommend the ID14 MK2 or EVO 4 depend on 2 line in mic or 2 line out headphones, Its depend, thanks for this content, excellent video 📝✅
Just started using the ID4 mk2 with a Lewitt LCT 440 Pure mic and it sounds so sweet. Pretty much no noise, around -39db in a real world test in adobe audition but noise is not very audible.
Great preamp and super happy so far.
Great to hear!
Will this audio interface run on Windows laptop ? And the Reaper daw will work on this interface ?
I'm a fully Beginners ...I never use audio interface
The iD4 will work on a Windows laptop just fine and will have no problems running along side Reaper.
how about if my laptop has no usb type c port?
This will work just fine. You will need a USB-C to USB-A cable to connect the iD4 to the PC.
@@Audientworld thank you! for the reply! 🥰 btw i got the id4 mkii
Very happy With mine. Forgot about that "press ID button and use knob" feature .. gotta try that in the morning ! Like a micro DAW controller!
i just ordered the id4. Loved the Kali audio studio monitors in this video :D, i own the lp6 v2 and those are amazing !
That's awesome to hear! 🔥
Hi Dear Audient, I've used Audient iD4 for 2 years now it's amazing. Now for this Mk2, I'd like to know could we adjust the dual headphones output level seperately?
The iD4 MKII uses the same signal path as the MKI so It wouldn't be possible to adjust the headphone volume separately, this is available on the iD14 MKII however.
This gen still comes with the burr brown converters? Your website doesnt mention anything about converters. Wanna know
really just excited for you to make an upgrade to the id44, or offering like an id88. like. a new high end one so we can just use it like a proper high input and output converter. Would love an all in one system like the prism titan for example. I'm sure you guys can match that sound quality
ID44 MKII is out now👍
What interface was used to make this video?
its the same AKM conversor?
It will work on Windows ? And repar daw will be work ?
The iD4 will work on a Windows laptop just fine and will have no problems running along side Reaper.
Hey Audient! Can the 2nd input be used as line input as well? Or is it only instrument input? I intend to connect my Yamaha PSR E323 keyboard to the 2nd input. Will it work?
It's not designed to be used as a line input but can be used as one in a pinch, you will need to carefully balance the gains of the two inputs to get a balanced stereo field.
Hey thanks for the video, will I come across noise or distortion if I'm using low impedance (40 ohms) headphones?
You shouldn't have any issues running 40 Ohm headphones with the iD4.
for Sound quality will it matter if i use the included rca cable that came with my studio monitors to the headphone output of my interface VS two RCA to 1/4"TRS cables?
To get the best audio, we would recommend using 2 TRS to RCA cables connected to the speaker outputs of the iD4 rather than the headphones.
I have had the Id4 MK2 for 6 months and am very impressed. I bought some DT990 pro headphones which run at 250ohms. They are a fair bit quieter than my 64 ohm previous headphones.
Will a headphone amp improve sound quality? They go loud enough when I crank it but wondering if a preamp will make a difference.
Thanks
It's difficult to say as sound quality is quite subjective. A headphone amp will give you more volume from the headphones but you might get a slightly different frequency response compared to the iD4's headphone output.
If I'm playing audio through both Studio Speakers AND Headphones, how do i lower down the headphones volume only without affecting the main output ?
On the iD4, the headphones and monitor outputs are driven from the same DAC so changes to the speaker level will also affect the headphones as well. If you do need independent headphone outputs then the iD14 may work better for your workflow.
Hi there i have a simply question for you, since i use a desktop i don´t have USBc ports, i would like to buy the interface and as is written on the specs if i don´t use the USBc cable i don´t be able to use the max provided headphone amp, my question is if i use an USB 3.0 cable to USBc do i still get the amp max level for the headphones or not?
The slightly higher headphone headroom is only available when using a USB-C connection as this will provide the additional current required. However, the headphone headroom when using USB3.0 will still be more than enough for most applications and headphones.
Great video. Thanks
Can you use this with headphones significantly lower than the maximum impedance, say 32 Ohms like my Sennheiser HD 449s, without blowing out the drivers or distortion at normal levels?
While we've not used those exact headphones with the iD4, we've used a number of other headphones with similar impedance and the iD4 will drive them without a problem.
Hi! Can you record a guitar and vocal at the same time? Does have a software mixer the same as ID14?
Hey, Yes you can record using the Mic Input and the Instrument Input at the same time. And no, it doesn't have a software mixer because all the routing functionality can be controlled on the unit itself, so it isn't needed.
This is awesome, I have the iD14 and I can’t wait to hear what the MKii can do🔥🔥🔥 What’s the price point and when is it gonna start shipping? 🤘🏻🤘🏻🔥
Glad you like it! Check with your local dealer in terms of pricing and availability (for reference iD4 retails for £139 inc VAT in the UK). iD4 stock is making it's way to shops as we speak and is already available in some locations!
Please allow mono output, it's annoying as hell having to mirror the signal to both channels using EqualiserAPO since "upgrading" from my Audient EVO.
Which software are you using the iD4 with where you're unable to use Mono audio?
@@Audientworld Nvidia Geforce Experience, general desktop video recording applications. I think in OBS you have to enable stereo downmix to prevent it skewing audio the the left channel as well, it's just a really annoying QOL issue that wasn't present on the EVO.
Thank you for your reply. At the moment it is only possible to use the inputs and outputs as stereo pairs on the iD driver as having mono splits like on the EVO can cause problems with the higher channel counts found on the iD. This is something we are currently investigating however so we may be able to change this behaviour in future updates.
Insane that this is still an issue.
This is what I will upgrade to from my old ass Line6 UX2 😁
3:13 solidity is one thing, but long term support is just as important. I had to replace a high end TASCAM audio interface because the sound simply broke after the latest Windows update. The interface itself was built like a brick and now sounds like a brick. And TASCAM no longer supports it. I'm very bitter about that.
Can I use auto scrolling thing with cubase 11 pro for windows for automation, move the timeline back and forth etc..? If yes do I need to activate some settings in cubase 11 to make it work?
Scroll Control will work with any function that you can move with the mouse scroll wheel. Simply hover your mouse over the function and scroll the mouse wheel and if it moves, Scroll Control will also be able to adjust it.
Can we connect line in inputs (outputs of keyboard/synthesisers) to JFET Instrument Input port, does it get enough gain ?
If the synth has an unbalanced output then it can be connected to the JFET DI input. Otherwise, if it has balanced line level outputs, I would reccomend using the line inputs on the rear of the device.
I checked almost everywhere but no where it's in stock... I just pre-ordered with Andertons and waiting for delivery expected end Feb.
The units are currently in transit and should be with dealers shortly. Shipping delays have meant that we've not been able to get them to dealers as quickly as we liked but we are working tirelessly to get them to stores!
This was a great video! Quick question, what recording app was being used on the iPad? I’m torn between this id4 mk2 and the evo 4! 😭
The app is Cubasis 3 LE and is one of the free pieces of software included in Audient ARC when you register your iD4 MKII
@@Audientworld oh wow the app is free either the purchase awesome! Thank you so much for the info. Do you have a recommendation between the id4 and the evo 4? It’s for personal use, home studio. (Rap vocals) and does the Cubasis app come free with the evo 4 registration as well? 🤔
Cubasis is included with both the iD4 and the EVO 4. If you ever need to record stereo inputs, the EVO 4 may be the better choice as it includes two pre-amps rather than the one of the iD4. Otherwise, the iD4 has slightly higher specs and a metal chassis is you tend to take your interface with you on your travels.
@@Audientworld oh man thank you so much for the info! Truly appreciate that! I had my heart set on the evo 4 from all the reviews but never pulled the trigger. Waiting made it harder once I saw this shiny new bad boy lol the ID4 might be my choice now as it’s only for a home/mobile studio and I would only be doing rap vocals so no instruments needed. Thank you again!
Can I adjust the volume of the output signal through my computer the same way I can with the evo 4?
The iD4 MKII drivers run a little differently to the EVO 4 so unfortunately, the only way adjust the output level is via the volume knob on the interface.
Hey. I wanna get this bit I'm hearing it's not good when used with very low ohm headphones. I have Hifiman Anandas and they're 25ohms. Will that be ok?
Unfortunately, we've not had a chance to test these headphones with the iD4. It will certainly drive them just fine in terms of volume and other headphones with low impedances have sounded good, but it is of course very subjective thing.
Hey there. Have a question regarding the headphone impedance. I have Audio Technica Ath m50x and Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X. Both of em has an impedance below 50ohm. I read in some forums that it changes the frequency response and might damage the drivers. Will such thing happen. Planning to buy the iD4 soon. Also is the Mkiii series coming anytime soon. If yes then would love to wait❤
It certainly won't damage the headphone's drivers under normal use. The frequency response may be altered slightly but the impedance relationship between a headphone and the amp is fairly complex so some headphones will be affected more than others. We've used both the M50x's and DT990's with the iD4 and they've both sounded good and detailed!
is the preamp equally as good as in the previous model?
The preamp is from 1930 old, so is low quality
Hey Tomek, Yes we are using the same Class-A Audient console mic preamps as in the previous model!
The preamp used in both the original iD14 and the new MkII versions are the Audient Console preamps, designed in the late 1990s. They are still used to this day on our large format consoles found in studios around the world.
hello, can Audient id4 play sci-fi at the same time with DAW and UA-cam or video editing program, can it work at the same time?
Yes, you can play audio from multiple sources at the same time.
Any plans to bring +10 db boost in software to the preamp like in the ID14 software?
There are no current plans to do this but thank you for your feedback!
I almost would go down to the first gen because I like the silver finish much better. Are you guys making any different colors?
We're not making different colours I'm afraid.
How can i connect a midi foot controller (roland fc200 or behringer fcb 1010) to control amplitube or likewise? Does a midi to usb onto the pc would work?
You would need to use a separate MIDI interface such as a USB to MIDI cable as you mentioned
Здравствуйте, подскажите пожалуйста sound Id reference, которая ка бы идет в подарок к звуковой, там лицензия вечная, или только на некоторое время?
Лицензия, предоставляемая через ARC, является лицензией с ограниченным сроком действия на 6 месяцев.
The License provided via ARC is a limited time license for 6 months.
Ive been actually looking for the funtion of pressing down own the main volume knob. For me it changes the volume in like two steps --> louder or quieter. But I didnt find anyhting about this feature... Im using the Id4 Mk2
This is the DIM feature and lets you drop the output volume. Useful if you need to take a call or have a chat with your artists when listening back to takes.
My older audient id4 dont remember the volume when my laptop gets in sleep mode, so i have to turn it up every time again. Is there any solution for that or is it possible with this version?
The iD4 will reset its volume if it is powered. Down. Try moving to a different USB port that doesn't power down during sleep.
@@Audientworld Thanks, I will try it
Hi! On this video you mention that in older computers with USB 3 ports you need a camera adapter kit and a powered USB hub; but on "How to set up an Audient iD4 MkII Audio Interface" you mention just a USB A to C cable. Is the latter option enough? What would you recommend? Thanks.
Apologies if there has been any confusion. A Camera Connector kit and active USB hub is only required on iPad's which use the lightening port.
If the iD4 MKII is connected to a PC with USB3.0 ports then just a USB A-C cable can be used.
Besides an update in functionality do they offer an improvement in sound quality compared to the previous ID4?
Hi Tomek, Yes the upgrade converters will improve the recording quality as well as the quality of audio when listening back. So an all-round better sound experience!
Hello, i have a question regarding the Audient ID4 MKII, can it fully drive a 250 OHM headphones (DT770), because I heard from voice artists that they might need an amp?
The iD4 MKII can drive a pair of DT770 250 Ohms for most listening and monitoring situations. If you do need a lot of output level for your headphones, for example, you're monitoring in a loud environment or are listing back to quiet recordings then you may want a separate amp but for most setups, you shouldn't need an amp.
I have the 1st gen id4 that I just recently dug out of storage to use with my M1 MacBook Air but I don’t see the dedicated mixer option. Is that not supported with my version of the id4?
The iD4 MKI doesn't have the software mixer that you get on MKII as it doesn't support the Loop-back function.
Thank you for this presentation.
Could you please tell me if the Audient iD4 MkII works correctly (enough power) to use a headphone Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro in 250 Ohm ? Or, should I choose a 80 Ohm version ? Thank you !
Hello, the iD4 MKII will happily drive the 250 Ohm DT770's to comfortable levels for most listening applications
You have 2 monitor led lines. Why don't you give the option of switching them from stereo monitoring to one line showing pure input and the other - system sound output?
It is important to continuously monitor your mic level, and turning the balance knob each time I want to do that is far from practical.
If you managed to roll that feature out in a firmware update, you'd make a LOT of people very happy.
Thank you for your feedback. While I cannot promise it's a feature we'll be able to implement, I'll pass it onto our team!
My laptop is a 2016 model. When I plug the sound card into the USB port, the lights flash and my computer does not recognize the sound card. Could this be because it is USB 2.0? Or could there be another reason?
From what you are describing, it sounds like the USB isn't providing enough power. Can you please try a different USB port or different USB cable? If you PC's ports all cannot power the unit then you may wish to use a powered USB hub instead.
Hi, Great video to explain the features. Will this work stand alone (as a mixer) without the computer using a power bank or external charger? The MOTU M2 and M4 have stand alone functions. Can we connect the left and right outputs of a guitar effects processor to the ID4 to get stereo output from the processor?
Its not designed to be used as a standalone unit but you can power it from a USB connection and use is as a pre-amp.
It may not be suitable for stereo applications as you only have one line input and 1 DI input and you'll probably see a tonal difference between your left and right channels.
@@Audientworld Thanks for the reply. I finally bought the ID14 MKII just for the combo inputs instead of the ID4 MKII. I have a OWC Thunderbolt 3 Dock where all my other equipment is connected for the M1 Macbook Pro so that should power this up too I suppose. Will test it out and revert.
Can I use the JFET Input and the Line Input at the same time for stereo recording?
In theory you could, however it would sound very strange as they're two sonically different amplifiers.
Can we just hear on headphones independently without turning off the monitors ?
You can just press the Mute Speakers button to only listen through the headphones and not the speakers.
@@Audientworld thank you so much 🙏❤️
Hello ! I want to buy one but I'm not sure about the usb cable. My laptop doesn't have an usb-c port . If i use a usb c to usb 3.0 cable will it works? Will i lost quality or be ok to use the 48v phantom?
Hi JF, you will be fine to use a USB-C to USB-A cable, please see this article for more details: support.audient.com/hc/en-us/articles/360055528551-What-USB-port-can-the-iD14-MKII-be-connected-to-
How to connect this audio interface to a laptop not having c type port only having usb 3.0 (A type) USB. Kindly let me know if using data cable coming with android phones i.e, (A type to C type) would suffice or not???
Yes, you can use a USB-C to USB-A cable to connect the iD4 to an USB-A port. The only difference is that you'd loose a small amount of headroom on the headphone output due to the lower bus current of the USB-A port.
Can I use both headphone output Jack's at the same time? For example if I wanted to monitor with my studio headphones but use the second jack to connect to the microphone input on my nikon dslr camera to record a song? Alternatively can you play through your studio monitors and thought the headphone jack into a camera at the same time?
Yes, you can use both at the same time, however they are both affected by the same headphone volume so your DSLR will get the same level as your headphones which may not be ideal.
Similarly, the speaker outputs are fed from the same amp so adjusting your speaker level will also affect the level being sent to your DSLR.
If you need more control over your outputs then an interface with more outputs such as the EVO 8 or the iD14 MKII would be ideal.
Is it better than uad or Apogee or antelope or prism sound or rme or avid?
cannot find the jfet input's impedance.. is it 1Mohm? and if it is, is it changeable via software?
The DI's nominal input impedance is 500K. This isn't adjustable in the software.
@@Audientworld thanks :)
BROOO... where the hell is the headphone monitor control, is it the first button that has the speaker icon on it?
The Headphone and Monitor volume are linked so adjusting the volume dial will adjust both at the same time.
I have installed an ID 4 software for my ID 4 Mark II and I have an icon on my macbook, but nothing is opening when i click on the icon! i can not see any software mixer, please help. Thanks
If you go to the menu bar in the top right of the screen you should see a small iD icon, click this and you should have options to open the software.
Hey. I finally got mine today. I have a question for you if you don't mind. I can't seem to find a solid answer online. If I use the outputs of this interface and run them into a headphone amp (Topping L30) do I have to worry about the impedance if I have headphones with lows ohms? I don't know if the impedance works the same way with the outputs, or is it just the headphone socket? Thanks in advance.
That won't be a problem at all and the iD4 will happily drive the inputs of pretty much any headphone amp.
@@Audientworld thanks a lot but how about the impedance I mentioned?
If you are using a headphone amp then you don't need to worry about the low impedance of your headphones. Even so, the iD4 will happy drive headphones down to 16 Ohms
@@Audientworld Perfect, that's the answer I couldn't find anywhere online. Thanks a lot.
Hello Audient, can I use the ID button to sum the outputs (headphones/speakers) to mono?
This isn't possible on the iD4 I'm afraid, only on the iD14.
Hey Audient, question, I need only 1 preamp so the id4 would be perfect but I want the highest possible quality for recording vocals and also for mixing, is the converters and the preamp in the id4 mkii better then the id22 for recording and mixing quality? I don’t mind paying 800 bucks for an id22 for higher quality sound but it would be extremely useless since I only need 1 input, hope you guys reply, thank you
The iD4 MKII does have slightly better specs than the iD22 due to it's AD/DA upgrade. If you only need one mic input then the iD4 MKII would be the best choice.
If I'm only recording one thing at the time and only listening through it on my own (headphones or monitors) is it any reason to pick up the id14 instead or is it only a waste of money?
Couldn't some features of the software mixer be beneficial also for the id4? Like see the input/output levels?
Are all the input/output specifications exactly the same otherwise (same quality in recording and monitor/headphone output)?
I thought so but for example the headphone specification differs and made me wonder.
From Audient homepage:
Headphone output - Frequence response:
id4: ±0.1dB 10Hz to 40kHz
id14: ±0.25dB 10Hz to 40kHz
Even if the above is the case, I know it's not hearable but still wonder why there's a difference at all if they should be the same.
If you're only recording a single input and just using headphones the iD4 is great!
You can monitor the input and output of the iD4's LED meters using Monitor Mix control to adjust what the meters are showing.
In real world use, the iD4 and the iD14 have the exact same sound and basically the same specs. I would choose based on the features you need rather than small differences in specs as both will give great sounding audio
Hello, my id4 is not showing up as a device on my computer (windows 11)
Can you please check the USB connection and possibly try new USB ports and cables? If you are using a hub or adaptor, can you instead try plugging the interface in directly to the computer? If you are still having issues, please do send a message to support so our team can help you!
Hi, thanks for the video! I wonder if it is possible to control the volume level with apple keyboard. Many external audio interfaces has volume controls greyed out on MacOS. I wonder if that is the case for audient as well? Googled a bit but can't find something about it, would really appreciate if you could answer!
I'm afraid, the volume keys are disabled when using the iD4 interface as your audio output device. The Audient EVO 4 however does allow you to use the built in volume controls however so this may be an option for your setup?
@@Audientworld sounds good! Will be checking Evo 4 model to see the full specs. Thank you very much!
Just got mine today, but I'm disappointed that the headphone monitor function doesn't work at all with the headphones plugged into the Audient. My Mac is set to the Audient ID4 input/output, and although I can record to an application through the Audient, I can't hear myself at all. This would be even worse if I tried to use this for remote podcasting (I can't hear my guest, much less myself) and also would be terrible if I was trying to record a guitar into line input 2 because you can't hear what you're doing! Doesn't matter how loud I turn the monitors, it doesn't work. Too bad, the noise floor is pretty quiet. But I can only hear it if I plug headphones directly into the Mac, which sounds very reverby in my headphones while I'm recording, but sounds OK in playback after I stop recording. Is this normal and expected performance for your products -- why did you put a headphone jack on it if the headphones don't work?
This certainly doesn't sound like normal behaviour. If you haven't already could you drop us a message at support@audient.com and our team can help you troubleshoot this problem?
what about controlling headphone volume independently of monitors? I see there's no headphone button on this one like the iD14.
The headphone and monitor level on iD4 are linked rather than having separate controls.
hey im so confused when i put monitor mix all the way daw i hear everything loud so should i use it on middle? for true sound level? coz it confuse me so much
With the Monitor Mix set to DAW, you are getting the full DAW signal, at the middle you'll get a blend of the DAW and INPUT signals but both reduced by -6dB.
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The JFET(instrument) input on id4 mkii is a balanced input or unbalanced ?
The Instrument input is unbalanced as a vast majority of guitars/basses are unbalanced.
if i plug in one cable with usb C in one end into the interface and the other end of the cable which is USB 3.0 type A into my PC is it also going to make the headphone output weaker?
If you are using a USB-A port on your PC then the headphone headroom will be slightly lower but the headphone amp will still happily drive most common headphones.
Hey! Can the AUDIENT iD14 mkii be sufficient enough to power the NEUMAN 103 at an optimal level?
Hello there, The iD14 MKII should have no issues with the Neumann TLM103.
What is the US Price and when will Sweetwater get them?
Hey thanks for the questions! iD4 will retail for $199 MAP. Best to get in touch with Sweetwater directly to find out when they will have stock. Units are on their way to dealers as we speak so hopefully you won't be waiting long!
Dear audient, i have a question. I want to record my DJ performance from my Pioneer mixer. That Pioneer mixer has two TRS output (L and R). So where should I plug it in audient id4? Can I plug it like this : L in Mic input, and R on Line input?
The iD4 isn't really designed for stereo inputs. You can connect the left channel to Mic/Line input o the rear and the right channel to the Instrument input on the front. You then need to make careful adjustments to the gains to match the levels of the two inputs, you will also have some tonal difference between the two inputs so this may not be ideal.
Is it possible to use the ID4 outputs to route a strymon big sky pedal for example to send it back in via an input?
In theory this is possible but it wouldn't be possible to monitor the wet signal via the iD4 at the same time because the line outputs and headphones are fed from the same DAC so you would only hear the dry signal being sent to the Strymon.
Dear Audient, can id4 store the last volume adjustment after power is cut off (S4 deep shutdown PC, with power off to USB ports) or do I always have to adjust volume again? Sending PC to normal S3-shutdown is a solution, but there is 20W power consuption all time then. Work on more reliable drivers, especially focus on wake up after (deep states) standby. The device often loses its outputs after wakeup and PC reboot or pulling USB jack are the only solutions. For mkiii a power on/off switch and seperate Volume knob for headset output would be nice. A 2nd Micinput 3,5mm audio jack 4 pole is a must for PC headset with mic. Streamers would love it. Automatic Mic in Level calibration would be nice to. And more easy software for PC configuration, Loop-back mixer is to complicated. And a much better and finer level indicator. Price it 50% higher and then it´s an ideal tool for streamers too.
The iD4 will not recall its last volume setting so you will need to turn up the volume when it is powered on again. I'll pass your other feedback onto our development team so we can look into this!
Can the ID button be assigned as a talkback button with my built-in laptop mic?
This can be done on the iD14 MKII in the mixers system panel but cannot be done on the iD4 MKII I'm afraid.
Hello Audient, can you please tell me if I can connect my Marshall AVT 50 using the emulated DI output, where is the recommended connection to an input with an input impedance >20kΩ to the line input of my ID4 mk2, and which cable is better to use?
I'd recommend using the Line inputs of the iD4, so just connect a 1/4" jack to the Mic/Line input on the rear. A standard 1/4" TS cable should do the job.
Thanks for the support!
Does JFET preamp mean I don`t need to use a console emulation plugin for coloring or is it a different thing?
The JFET DI adds subtle harmonics to your instrument input o remove the "sterile" sound that you can get from some DI's. You may still wish to add processing in your DAW depending on how colourful you like your tone!
@@Audientworld cool, thanks!
Hi, bought the interface 2 days back. From yesterday I have facing this issue. When connecting to my laptop using USB C, there is a tick tick sound coming from the interface (not the speaker or headphone which are connected) and all the 10 leds start going on and off. Some this stops and I can use the interface normally, but other times it goes on for 2 or 3 minutes after which I unplug the device please help.
This sounds like the unit is not receiving enough power from the USB connection and is resetting. Can you please try a different USB port, ensuring you are not using a USB hub or adaptor?
Hi I'm a newbie in this field. I got SHURE SM7b mic and wanna buy iD4 MkII as the audio interface. Is it provide enough GAIN directly to SM7b, or I have to purchase another preamp? Thank you so much!
With 58dB of gain the iD4 should have no issue with the SM7B in most circumstances but it does depend on the source being recorded.
@@Audientworld Thanks! I've ordered one iD4 MkII, cuz I love it can connect to iPad pro!
:)
@@lancaca Hello Law i know it's been a week but i wanted to ask you please if you got the ID4 MKII and tested it on your SM7B because i'm planning to get the same setup and afraid that it doesn't provide enough gain
thank you in advance
I want this product 😍😍 .. how I can get it in Qatar !??
Glad that you like iD4! Please get in touch with your local audio dealer and find out when they will be getting stock. Or alternatively use our Where To Buy tool to find a dealer audient.com/where-to-buy/
Dear Audient, I've bought an iD4 MKII, but when I tried to use it with my macbook, the sound setting didn't show 'iD4' output. That's why?
Hi there, can you make sure you've got the latest iD drivers installed?
Download here: audient.com/products/audio-interfaces/id4/downloads/
If that doesn't work, please contact support@audient.com and explain the situation, thanks.
Can I connect my Yamaha e473 keyboard to Id 4 through instrument input??
It would be better to connect it to the line input on the rear as the DI is designed for lower level guitar signals.
Bare in mind the inputs are mono so you'd need to use the mono output of the Keyboard, not the combined stereo outputs, using a TS 1/4" jack should ensure this.
I'm using id4 but there seems a problem. There's no output coming out. I'd already spend hours trying to fix it but without success.
Can you please check the Monitor Mix Control is set correctly (INPUT if you'd like to hear your Mic, DAW if you'd like to hear your PC playback or in the middle for both) and the output is turned up sufficiently as it will reset to min volume when powered up.
If you are still having issues, send us a message at support@audient.com and we'll be able to help!
I connected the audient id4 mkII with a usb 2.0 cable it showed 500mA and the interface works, can I use this or something will be damaged?
The iD4 MKII will also work with a USB-A cable so shouldn't damage anything.
Would be a great idea if you could update the antiquated drivers.
The new V4.1.9 drivers have been released alongside the MKII units which can also be used on the MKI units
Are the knobs as wobbly as they look in the video or is this a preproduction model?
The three smaller knobs are all rock solid, the larger one also acts a a push button in order to turn on and off Dim mode so this does have a little bit of wiggle to allow it to be pressed down but is still hard wearing and solidly built.
@@Audientworld thank you for your prompt reply! I just ordered the id14 from Sweetwater. I'll be using it with an NT1 for VO. Thanks again!
Hello. Is it possible to plug in a keyboard like the Korg D1 with this interface for recording? :-)
You can connect a keyboard into the iD4. Just bear in mind you only have one line inout so you would be limited to a mono input.
Hi! I am new. I recently i got the iD4 MKll and i love it. But I had some troubles: I can´t open the iDmixer, I think is important, I've tried like 3 times. The second is about the sound on youtube, sounds like weird, the music sounds decent but the voices sounds like very hide or in a other place. I had gamer headphones, i used to use them with another interface, is that a problem? . In the DAW goes well. Hope you can help me, thanks!
Hello, in order to open the mixer you would want to go to the System Tray (Bottom right hand corner of the screen) on Windows or the Menu Bar (Top right hand corner of the screen) on macOS and click on the iD icon. From here you can selelct "Show Loopback Mixer" to open the mixer software.
Regarding the headphones, if you using a headset with a built in mic, you may need an adaptor. If you get in touch with us at support@audient.com with more details about the headset, we'll be able to help you with this.
@@Audientworld Thank you so much!
Is it possible to use ID4 with other DAWs viz. Studio One?
Yes, the iD4 can be used with pretty much all DAWs
Is it possible to connect two XLR microphones with an adaptor of some kind?
We haven't really tried it but you could possibly use a combiner such as the ART SPLITCOMPRO.
can i record stereo? like from my guitar rig output to iD4 input? i worry about the balance or colouring front input (trs)& back input (xlr). can i get the solution?
It is possible to record in stereo but as you mention you have to be careful with your levels as the DI on the front is a different circuit than the Mic pre on the rear.
If you do a lot of stereo recording then the iD14 may be the better choice.
Audient yeah thx u for the kind reply. last time i just confused about the levels & colour on front DI and the ba k Mic Pre. so i bought iD14 for my studio. thx u audient✌🏼
I’ve got a rode nt-1 mic connected to the audient id4 mkll & my laptop is a MacBook m2 however the audio quality I’m getting is very poor for some reason its like my voice is scratchy or doubled slightly it’s just not a clean vocal!! The best way to describe it is abit distorted slightly with very poor quality almost the same quality of a sudotack £50 usb mic I actually own!!
Is this because of the provided cable as I’ve tried everything else?? It’s just not performing how you would expect from this solid setup I have!!
Very very poor performance quality!!
& a very very slightly muffled vocal
So I know something is wrong!!
I'd like to record a line signal from a TE Op-1. Is there a possibility to record a stereo signal? also, is there the risk that the 48v phantom could be triggered by mistake and produce damage to the unit connected to line input?
The only way you could record a stereo signal is to make use of both the Mic/Line and DI inputs at the same time which can cause some balance issues so we typically advice against stereo inputs on the iD4.
If you connect the OP-1 to the iD4 using 1/4" jacks then it will be safe as the iD4 cannot feed phantom power to TRS jacks, only XLR cables.
@@Audientworld too bad, is there any Audient Audio interface which is more suited for this?
Either the iD14 MKII or the EVO 4 would work great as they have 2 Line level inputs making them perfect for stereo sources such as the OP-1
Hello audient, I wanted to know if a headphone amplifier, such as a zen ifi can, can be connected to this interface. where could it be connected?
The headphone amp can be connected either to the line outputs on the rear or to the headphone output on the front depending on your setup and what inputs your headphone amp has. Ensure that the output you are using is turned up sufficiently to drive the amp.
1.Direct monitoring possible?.
2. Can we adjust monitor and headphone volume separately?.
Direct Monitoring is possible, you simply turn the Monitor Mix Control around to INPUT for near to zero latency monitoring.
The headphone and monitor volumes are linked. If an independent headphone output is required for your setup then the iD14 may be the better interface for you.
@@Audientworld Thanks
JFET DI input on ID 4 MK 2 has an impedance of 500 kΩ, but your other products have an impedance of 1 mΩ, what's the difference and which one is better?
In our experience, there isn't a great deal of difference between the two in terms of tone, especially when using modern pickups. 1 Meg inputs will provide a slightly flatter input in terms of frequency response however.
Thank you for the answer
the evo series looks so much nicer, are these converters really that much better?
On paper, the specs for iD4 are better than EVO 4 in a number of ways, however EVO 4 is still a great sounding device! We always recommend comparing the features of our different products when trying to choose, as this could potentially have a bigger impact on your day to day use compared to the detailed audio specifications. If you want to talk through the specifics of any of the interfaces to work out which might work best for your workflow then please get in touch with our support team at support@audient.com and they can talk it through with you!
can i connect the ID4 mk ii to my windows pc 3.1 Gen2 type-c connector?
USB ports should be backwards compatible so that should work just fine.