Zoom AMS-22 Audio Interface 2 Channel

THE INS AND OUTS
AMS-22 | 2-In, 2-Out
Perfect for mobile recording or streaming, the AMS-22 includes an XLR/TRS combo input, plus a stereo line in. It also includes a headphone output and 2 TRS outputs for external monitors.
RECORD & STREAM WITH EASE
AMS Audio Interfaces are designed for musicians who want to record music with their DAW or easily livestream on platforms like YouTube and Twitch, without all the typical complications.

QUICK CONTROL
With onboard hardware switches, the AMS-22 is designed to simplify common streaming challenges without the need for additional software.
LOOP IT BACK
The Loopback Switch combines the input audio with playback from your computer and routes it to your streaming software. This is perfect for adding background music to your stream or singing live with an instrumental track.
 
 
 

AMS-22

Input and Output Channels

NUMBER OF INPUT CHANNELS
Mono (MIC/GUITAR)
1

 
Stereo (LINE IN)
1

NUMBER OF OUTPUT CHANNELS
Stereo (TRS)
1

 
Stereo (PHONES)
1

Connectors

MIC/GUITAR
Type
XLR/TRS combo jack

 
 
(XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT)

 
Input Gain
+8 – +54 dB (MIC) / +8 – +54 dB (GUITAR)

 
Input impedance
XLR: 2 kΩ (MIC)

 
 
TS: 1 MΩ (GUITAR)

 
Maximum input level
XLR: +0.6 dBu (MIC)

 
 
TS: +11 dBu (GUITAR)

 
Phantom power
+48 V

OUTPUT (STANDARD PHONE JACKS)
Type
TRS phone jacks (balanced)

 
Maximum output level
−2 dBu (at 0 dBFS)

 
Output impedance
100 Ω

OUTPUT (HEADPHONE JACK)
Type
3.5mm stereo mini jack

 
 
20 mW + 20 mW (32 Ω load)

 
Output impedance
10 Ω

USB
 
USB Type-C (audio interface function)

 
 
• Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported.

DC 5V
 
USB Type-C (for power supply)

LINE IN
Type
3.5mm stereo mini jack

 
Input impedance
20 kΩ

 
Maximum input level
+1.5 dBu

Frequency Response

 
44.1 kHz: +0/−2 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

 
96 kHz: +0/−3 dB (20 Hz – 40 kHz)

Equivalent Input Noise

 
–120 dBu or less (IHF-A) at +54dB/150Ω input

Audio Interface

INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS
 
Recording: 2 channels

 
 
Playback: 2 channels

SAMPLING FREQUENCIES
 
96 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz

BIT DEPTH
 
24-bit

INTERFACE
 
USB 2.0

CLASS
 
USB Audio Class 2.0

Power

 
AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5 V/1A

 
• USB bus power is supported.

Rated Current

 
USB bus power / DC 5 V power supply: 170 mA

Power Consumption

 
1.8 W maximum

Dimensions

 
68.0 mm (W) × 57.7 mm (D) × 46.0 mm (H)

Weight (unit only)
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85 g

 
Note: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

POWER OPTIONS
All three AMS interfaces can be powered from your PC or Mac via USB-C. Use external power when working from a tablet or mobile phone.Additionally, the AMS-24 and AMS-44 can also use two AA batteries.