Shure X2U
XLR to USB Microphone Adapter

X2U

Ultra-slim body and designed for on-the-go recording needs. Perfect for multi-track recording, it features built-in headphone monitoring with zero latency, 20-20kHz frequency response, peak signal LED indicator, and monitor mix control for blending microphone and playback audio - just plug and play for 16-bit (up to 48kHz sample rate) high quality sound. Integrated pre-amp with mic gain control allows control of input signal strength. Compatible with Windows Vista Business, XP Pro/Home SP1 or later, 2000 Pro, and Mac OSX 10.1 or later, requires 64MB RAM or better. It provides +48V phantom power and includes 3m (9.8') USB cable and padded zipper carrying pouch.

Features:

• Plug and Play USB Connectivity allows the convenience of digital recording anywhere your computer can go (compatible with Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X 10.1 or later)
• Provides +48V Phantom power for use with condenser microphones
• Monitor Mix Control for blending microphone and playback audio
• 1/8" Headphone Jack with volume control for monitoring
• Integrated pre-amp with Microphone Gain Control allows control of input signal strength
• Zero Latency Monitoring for real-time playback and multi-tracking without disorientation
• 16-bit, up to 48 KHz sample rate for better-than-CD audio quality
• Includes Padded, zippered pouch and USB cable (3m / 9.8ft)

Specifications:

• Frequency Response:
  20 to 20,000 Hz +/- 1 dB
• Power Requirements:
  USB-powered, 500 mA, maximum
• Digital Noise Floor (20 Hz to 20 kHz, A-weighted):
  Minimum MIC GAIN setting: -81 dB FS
  Maximum MIC GAIN setting: -78 dB FS
• Sampling Rate:
  up to 48 kHz
• Bit Depth:
  16 bit
• Peak Signal Indicator (Tri-color):
  OFF: -30 dB FS
  Green: -30 to -12 dB FS
  Yellow: -12 to 0 dB FS
  Red: >0 (digital converter clipped)
• Adjustable Gain Range:
  40 dB
• Headphone Output:
  3.5 mm (1/8 inch)

System Requirements:

• USB:
  USB 1.1 or 2.0, powered
• RAM:
  64MB RAM (minimum)
• Operating System:
  Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional Japanese/English Edition
  Microsoft Windows XP Home/Professional Japanese/English Edition (service pack 1.0 or later, or use the USB audio driver update from Microsoft)
  Microsoft Windows Vista™ Business Japanese/English Edition
  Apple Computer Mac OS X 10.0 or later English Edition
  Apple Computer Mac OS X 10.1 or later Japanese Edition (For Mac OS X 10.0 Japanese Edition, plug and play does not work appropriately)

Our Part #  X2U