Product Description
The Zoom U-24 is a super handy, compact 2-in/4-out audio interface. It's equipped with high - quality, low - noise preamps like those in the acclaimed H5 and H6 Handy Recorders, ensuring incredible sound quality. Whether you're on the go or in a studio, it offers high - resolution 24 - bit/96 kHz audio for recording and performing. Connect it easily to your PC, Mac, iPhone, or iPad via USB to record mics, instruments, and more. It has a streamlined feature set compared to the U - 44 but still delivers the same great sound. Key features include multi - channel and stereo USB audio for various devices, two high - performance mic/line inputs, high - quality recording and playback up to 24 - bit/96 kHz, about 4 hours of operation on 2 AA alkaline batteries, and a download code for Ableton Live 9 Lite. It also supports Hi - Z on input 1, has zero - latency direct monitoring, and multiple output options like TRS phone jacks, RCA L/R, and headphone outputs, along with MIDI I/O.
Using the Zoom U - 24 is quite straightforward. First, connect it to your PC, Mac, iPhone, or iPad via USB. If you're using an iPhone or iPad, you'll need an Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning - to - USB Camera Adapter (sold separately). You can power it with 2 AA batteries or an optional AC adapter. For recording, connect your mics or instruments to the two mic/line inputs. Adjust the gain control knobs for each input to get the right sound level. You can also enable +48V phantom power for inputs 1 and 2 if needed. When it comes to output, use the TRS phone jacks, RCA L/R, or headphone outputs as per your requirements. Remember, the battery life is approximately 4 hours with 2 AA alkaline batteries when phantom power is off. To maintain the U - 24, keep it clean and dry. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you're not using it for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent leakage. And that's it! With these simple steps, you'll be able to use and take care of your Zoom U - 24 audio interface effectively.
