RØDE’s AI-1 Audio Interface is packed with incredible technology to ensure recording on your computer is easy, versatile and sounds superb. The AI-1’s single input is a NeutrikTM Combo Jack, which takes both a 3-pole XLR (common to most microphones) and a quarter-inch jack common to most electric instruments like guitar, bass et al. Layering tracks is as easy as plug in, set level and go. Not only does the AI-1 deliver crystal clear audio to your computer software, but headphones have never sounded sweeter thanks to the discrete studio-quality headphone output and level control.
Computer Connectivity |
USB |
Form Factor |
Desktop |
Simultaneous I/O |
1 x 2 |
Number of Preamps |
1 |
Phantom Power |
Yes |
Bit Depth |
24-bit |
Sample Rates |
44.1 kHz 48 kHz 88.2 kHz 96 kHz |
Analog Inputs |
1 x Neutrik XLR-1/4” combo |
Analog Outputs |
2 x 1/4” (impedance balanced) 1 x 1/4” (headphones) |
Direct Monitor |
Yes |
USB |
1 x USB Type C |
Bus Powered |
Yes |
OS Requirements |
Mac OS 10.10 or later Windows 7 or later |
Power |
USB bus-powered |
Depth |
100mm total (with knobs) chassis: 88mm |
Width |
124mm |
Height |
38mm |
Weight |
1lb 3.7oz 560g |
Dynamic Range |
104dBA |
Equivalent Input Noise @ Maximum Gain (Source Impedance 150 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, A-weighted) |
–128dBA |
Frequency Response (Measured after ADC) |
20Hz – 20kHz better than ±1dB |
Gain Range |
0dB – >45dB |
Gain Range |
1.3k Ohms |
Dynamic Range |
99dBA |
Frequency Response (Measured after ADC) |
20Hz – 20kHz better than ±1dB |
Gain Range |
0dB – >45dB |
Input Impedance |
900k Ohms |
Maximum Output Level |
-6dBu |
Frequency Response |
20Hz – 20kHz better than ±1dB |
Max output power at 1% THD |
32Ohms – >210mW 300Ohms – >390mW |
Christopher (verified owner) –
Awesome and super quick delivery