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Description

The U-22 is the essential mobile recording and performance interface, with an innovative 2-in/2-out ultra-portable design that makes it easy to connect to a laptop or an iPad and create great-sounding audio anywhere. The interface features a high-performance, low-noise mic preamp so you can record vocals, instruments, and more with pristine sound quality—at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHz. The U-22 delivers the same excellent sound as Zoom's U-44 and U-24, with an even more compact form factor.

Innovative Handy Design
The U-22 can be bus-powered via USB and its compact form factor is perfect for use with a laptop or iPad*. The innovative design provides quick access to connectors, knobs, and controls for effortless setup and operation.

Pristine Recording and Playback
The U-22 features a single high-performance, low-noise mic preamp—the same as our acclaimed H6 Handy Recorders—with less than -120 dBu EIN, as well as recording and playback at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHz. You can also use the U-22 as a studio-quality headphone amp and listen to your favorite music in full fidelity.

Get Connected
The U-22’s XLR/TRS combo input can be used to record with a microphone or line-level source, with 48V phantom power, and Hi-Z support for connecting a guitar or bass. The U-22 is also equipped with a mini stereo input so you can record an iPad, mixer, or other portable audio device.

*The U-22 can record one input at a time. When recording from the LINE IN jack, the XLR/TRS combo input is disabled.

Power Your Live Performance
The U-22 is the perfect audio companion for musicians who incorporate digital audio processing or pre-recorded sound elements into their live performances. Connect your interface to a laptop or iPad, pull up software effects or a looper, and send your processed signal to a mixer or the house PA via RCA stereo outputs.

Zero-Latency Monitoring
For zero-latency recording and mixing, the U-22’s direct monitoring switch allows you to hear your signal before it passes through the computer. Separate RCA output jacks and an independent headphone output provide multiple options for monitoring.

Create More with Your U-22
When you combine the U-22 with the included Ableton Live 9 Lite, you have everything the modern music creator needs. This combination lets you record tracks quickly and intuitively, enhancing them with studio-quality effects like EQ, compression, reverb, delay, chorus, filter, and more.


Open Box Zoom U-22 Handy Audio Interface Level 1
Open Box Zoom U-22 Handy Audio Interface Level 1
Open Box Zoom U-22 Handy Audio Interface Level 1

Features

  • Stereo USB audio interface for PC/Mac/iPad
  • Connect to iPad with Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning-to-USB
  • Camera Adapter (sold separately), plus 2 AA batteries or optional AC adapter
  • for power
  • XLR/TRS input with high-performance mic preamp
  • High-quality recording and playback at resolutions up to 24-bit/96 kHz
  • Approximately 5 hours of operation with 2 AA alkaline batteries
  • Includes download code for Ableton Live 9 Lite
  • Hi-Z support
  • Zero-latency direct monitoring
  • Dedicated RCA L/R and headphone outputs
  • Gain control knob for Mic/Hi-Z input
  • +48V phantom power
  • Accepts standard AA alkaline or NiMH rechargeable batteries

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  • Great aux input for iPhone

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    bySld

    fromThomasville, NC

    Used to provide a line input to an iPhone for video recording & FaceBook live events.

  • May or may not be the best choice

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    submitted8 years ago

    byguy

    fromundisclosed

    Pros: Nice package (compact, light) but feels a bit flimsy Mic preamp is ok Mic stand holder (optional) is nicely done Direct digital injection via Lightning to USB 3.0 adapter My iPad was able to power the unit directly Cons: Input and output knobs offer almost no resistance AT ALL - the slightest nudge will turn them Cannot use instrument/mic input and 3.5mm input simultaneously when connected to iPad 3.5mm line input is telephone-quality mono audio when connected to iPad Bottom Line: I returned the unit and purchased a Yamaha AG-06 mixer. Even the AG-03, for $50 more than the zoom, offers more inputs, outputs, and flexibility.

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