Audient launches flagship eight-Channel iD Interface featuring new Switchable Analogue Insert technologyAudient has unveiled the iD48, an eight channel 24 in/32 out USB-C audio interface, previewing at this year’s NAMM show.
Expanding the iD interface range, the iD48 marks its largest to date and builds on all the core features of the line up so far. As the flagship iD model, this new offering also hosts Audient’s all new Switchable Analogue Insert technology and “more than enough I/O to handle any session”.

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The iD48 is designed with producers and engineers in mind, and delivers “industry standard features for the working pro”. It utilises eight ultra-low noise, low distortion Audient Console Mic Preamps which deliver 68dB gain. And as with the entire iD range, its op amp design is the same circuitry as found in the renowned recording console, ASP8024-HE.
Expanding on the all-new Switchable Analogue Insert tech, Audient’s Andrew Allen states, “For the first time ever, iD48’s Switchable routing enables you to select which source is feeding the ADC path. Letting you choose the Audient Console Mic Preamp or a DAW output to send to your outboard on a per channel basis – no fussing with cables. You can also bypass the Audient Mic Preamp altogether for a direct conversion path for recording.”
The id48 also has 32-bit ESS DAC converter technology designed to minimise quality loss whilst maximising performance during conversion, and users can optionally add up to 16 channels of external mic preamps. It further has professional monitor controller capabilities, and two independent stereo headphone amps to provide 124dB dynamic range and enough power to support headphones up to 600 Ohms.
Take a closer look in the video below:

Audient’s iD48 launches on 3 March and will retail at £799 (US $999/EURO €899). You find out more over at Audient, or visit the KORG booth #6903 in Hall C at NAMM between 23-25 January 2025 to chat to the team.
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