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US-2x2

USB Audio / MIDI Interface

TASCAM’s US-2x2 combines great audio quality and ergonomic design for a powerful 2-in/2-out USB 2 Audio interface.

Two of TASCAM’s Ultra-HDDA mic/line preamps provide up to 57dB of gain with nearly inaudible noise and distortion specs. The audio design features high-performance, musical components like NE5532 op amps for rich sound quality without coloring the source.


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About mic preamps

Discontinued Date : 2020/11

This model has been discontinued in North, Central and South America.
Please check the availability with your local distributors in other areas.

It has been replaced with the US-2x2HR .

Features at a Glance

Functions common to both the US-2x2 and US-4x4

  • Ultra-HDDA (High Definition Discrete Architecture) mic preamps with −125dBu EIN
  • NE5532 op-amps used at the audio input and output stages
  • Up to 96kHz/24-bit recording
  • Support for Windows and Mac OS X operating systems
  • USB 2.0 computer connection
  • Connect with iPads and other iOS devices
  • +48V phantom power for all inputs
  • Two switchable high-impedance inputs
  • Microphone preamp gain range of 57 dB
  • Direct monitoring function for zero-latency monitoring
  • Tough all-metal casing for durability
  • Angled design provides excellent usability on a desktop
  • Balanced analog TRS output jacks suitable for connection to powered monitors
  • Standard TRS headphones output jack
  • Separate controls for line and headphones output volumes
  • MIDI input and output
  • Output sources can be selected in the setting panel
  • Input sound monitoring can be set to stereo or mono
  • Input muting function eliminates noise from unused inputs
  • USB class compliant 2.0 support
  • Confirmed operation with major DAW software (SONAR, ProTools, Cubase, Live, Studio One, Garage Band, Logic Pro)

Unique features for the US-2x2

  • Two Ultra-HDDA mic preamplifiers
  • Two XLR/TRS (MIC/LINE) inputs with full +48V phantom power
  • Two TRS analog balanced outputs
  • 18mW/ch headphone output
  • USB bus-powered for mobile recording
  • Optional AC adaptor available for use with iOS devices

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Spec Description

US-2x2 US-4x4
Sampling frequency 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96k Hz
Quantization bit rate 16/24-bit
Analog audio inputs
MIC IN IN 1-2 IN 1-4
Connector XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), BALANCED
Input impedance 2.2kΩ
Nominal input level
GAIN: MAX –65dBu (0.0004Vrms)
GAIN: MIN –8dBu (0.3090Vrms)
Maximum input level
(GAIN: MIN )
+8dBu (1.9467Vrms)
Gain 57dB
INST IN IN 1-2 IN 1-2
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) TS-jack (T: HOT, S: GND), UNBALANCED
(when set to "INST" at MIC/LINE.INST switch)
Input impedance 1MΩ
Nominal input level
GAIN: MAX –63dBV (0.0007Vrms)
GAIN: MIN –6dBV (0.5015Vrms)
Maximum input level
(GAIN: MIN )
+10dBV (3.162Vrms)
Gain 57dB
LINE IN IN 1-2 IN 1-4
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED
(when set to "MIC/LINE" at MIC/LINE.INST switch)
Input impedance 10kΩ
Nominal input level
GAIN: MAX –53dBu (0.0017Vrms)
GAIN: MIN +4dBu (1.228Vrms)
Maximum input level
(GAIN: MIN )
+20dBu (7.75Vrms)
Gain 57dB
Analog audio outputs
LINE OUT
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) TRS-jack (T: HOT, R: COLD, S: GND), BALANCED
Output impedance 110Ω
Nominal output level +4dBu (1.273Vrms)
Maximum output level +20dBu (7.75Vrms)
PHONES
Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) stereo phone jack
Maximum output level 18mW + 18mW or more
(THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded)
45mW + 45mW or more
(THD+N 0.1% or less, 32Ω loaded)
MIDI IN / OUT 
Connector DIN 5-pin
Format Standard MIDI format
USB
Connector USB B type 4-pin
Format USB2.0 HIGH SPEED
Power
when connected PC USB bus powered Dedicated AC adapter
(GPE248-120200-Z, included)
when connected iOS AC Adapter
(TASCAM PS-P520, sold separately)
Power consumption 2.5W 5W
Dimensions (W×H×D) 7.32" ×2.56" × 6.3"
186 × 65 × 160 mm
11.62" × 2.56" × 6.3"
296 × 65 × 160 mm
Weight 2.43 lbs. / 1.1 kg 3.53lbs. / 1.6kg
Operating temperature 41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C
Bundled software
Cubase LE
Accessories USB cable, User's manual, warranty card AC adapter(GPE248-120200-Z), USB cable, User's manual, warranty card

 

Audio performance

Frequency response
LINE OUT(BALANCED)
44.1k/48k Hz 20Hz to 20kHz, +0dB/–0.1dB
88.2k/96k Hz 20Hz to 40kHz, +0dB/–0.2dB
PHONES
44.1k/48k Hz 20Hz to 20kHz, +0dB/–0.5dB
88.2k/96k Hz 20Hz to 40kHz, +0dB/–2dB
THD 0.003% or less
S/N ratio 101dB or more
Crosstalk 95dB or more
EIN –127dBu or less

 

Computer system requirements

Windows
Compatible computers Windows-compatible computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed Dual core / 2GHz or faster (x86)
Memory 2GB or more
DRIVER ASIO2.0, WDM(MME)
Macintosh
Compatible computers Apple Macintosh computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU type/speed Dual core / 2GHz or faster
Memory 2GB or more
DRIVER Core Audio, Core MIDI

 

Information Documents Firmware / Software Compatibility faqs

Information

Latest version info
Settings Panel for Windows V4.00
Settings Panel for Mac V2.00
Firmware V1.01

 

Settings Panel V4.00 for Windows
  • Buffer Size can now be set from 4 samples.
  • When connected by USB, a menu item has been added in the sound settings to turn this unit off as the ‘default device’.
  • Scaling to a suitable size now occurs with 4K and other high resolution displays.
  • Operation stability has been improved.

 

Documents

Manuals

SONAR LE Quick Start Guide 12-29-2016
Owner's Manual 11-15-2016
Reference Manual V2.00 11-09-2016
Live 9 Lite Quick Start Guide 09-17-2014

Firmware / Software

Instructions

Release Notes 02-19-2020
Software/Firmware Update procedures 11-09-2016

Firmware

Firmware V1.01 for OS X 12-03-2014
Firmware V1.01 for Windows 12-03-2014
Firmware V1.00 for OS X 09-17-2014
Firmware V1.00 for Windows 09-17-2014

Software

Settings Panel V4.00 for Windows (Includes driver) 02-19-2020
Settings Panel V2.00 for Mac 11-09-2016

Compatibility

Information on the connectivity of TASCAM products with iPhone/iPad USB-C port 06-18-2024
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Compatible OS

Windows

Windows 11 2023 Update (Version 23H2) ,Windows 10 2022 Update (Version 22H2),Windows 11 2022 Update (Version 22H2) ,Windows 11 (Version 21H2) ,Windows 10 (November 2021 Update),Windows 10 (May 2021 Update),Windows 10 (October 2020 Update),Windows 10 (May 2020 Update),Windows 8.1,Windows 8,Windows 7,

Mac

macOS Sequoia (15),macOS Sonoma (14),macOS Ventura (13),macOS Monterey (12),macOS Big Sur (11),macOS Catalina (10.15),macOS Mojave (10.14),macOS High Sierra (10.13),macOS Sierra (10.12),OS X El Capitan (10.11),OS X Yosemite (10.10),OS X Mavericks (10.9),OS X Mountain Lion (10.8),

iOS

iOS 18,iOS 17,iOS 16,iOS 15,iOS 14,iOS 13,iOS 12,iOS 11,iOS 10,iOS 8 ,iOS 7,

iPadOS

iPadOS 17,iPadOS 18,iPadOS 16,iPadOS 15,iPadOS 14,iPadOS 13,

FAQs

First, make sure that your audio interface is set to ASIO mode:

  • Press P to open the Preferences window
  • Select “Devices” from the left column (under Audio in the left column)
  • Uncheck anything in the Input Drivers and Output Drivers lists
  • Click “Playback and Recording” from the left column
  • Set the Driver Mode to ASIO

SONAR ASIO mode

  • Select “Devices” from the left column again
  • Check all of the US-16x08 inputs and outputs that you want to use

SONAR ASIO mode 2

If you still have problems, change the Buffer Size in the US-16x08 control panel:

  • Open the US-16x08 control panel
  • Click the Interface tab
  • Change the Buffer Size to a higher setting

US-16x08 buffer

 

According to Apple, OS X 10.9.5 includes heightened security measures that will also be part of OS X 10.10. These security measures will affect some TASCAM audio interfaces, so users are advised to be aware, and hold off on updating until further information is available

These products use Apple's built in CoreAudio driver. The Settings Panel installer is fully compliant with Apple's latest security measures.

  • US-2x2
  • US-4x4

The latest drivers are compliant, but testing is ongoing for these products:

  • US-322
  • US-366
  • US-1200
  • UH-7000

The OS X 10.9 public beta drivers can continue to be used for these interfaces:

  • US-122mkII
  • US-144mkII
  • US-200
  • US-600
  • US-1641
  • US-1800
  • US-2000

Cannot be used with the current driver (public or beta):

  • IF-FW/DMmkII: Development is on-going and a version that is compliant with the new security measures will be made available as soon as possible. Please keep your system at 10.9.4 or earlier if you wish to continue to use the IF-FW/DMmkII.
  • TASCAM Mixer Companion: Gatekeeper Security must be set to "allow all" for TMCompanion to be installed. It can be reverted to higher security settings after installation.
  • Other audio interface products not mentioned are no longer supported.

Windows allows the processor to throttle to half speed when the computer is idle. However, this can affect the performance of DAW recording software. TASCAM recommends that this function be disabled, especially when using a multi-channel interface such as the US-16x08.

To Change the Power Management settings in Windows:

  • Open the Control Panel.
    • In Windows 8 this is under “Settings” in the right pane of the desktop
    • In Windows 7 and earlier this is in your Start menu
  • Open the Power Options control panel by double-clicking it
  • Click “Show Additional Plans”
  • Click on “High Performance” in the Power Options 

Windows Power Options

Open the US-2x2 / US-4x4 Settings Panel and switch "Line Outputs 1-2" to Monitor. If this is set to "Computer 1-2," the Monitor Balance knob won't do anything.

Depending on the usage environment, reboot the interface by turning the power off/on again, or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.

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