IK Multimedia AXE I/O One Compact USB-C Audio Interface w/ Guitar Tone Shaping

The AXE I/O ONE brings professional recording capabilities to guitarists and bassists with IK’s exclusive Z-TONE® impedance control and Class A JFET input buffer. This compact USB-C powered interface features a unique impedance adjustment circuit that lets you dial in the perfect tone for any electric or bass guitar, shifting from tight and sharp to thick and bold sounds on the same instrument. The JFET input buffer adds the coveted midrange focus, warmth and harmonic enhancement that guitar players seek, while an Active/Passive pickup selector provides precise input settings at the flip of a switch.

What sets the AXE I/O ONE apart from other interfaces is its dedicated Amp Out for connecting directly to guitar amplifiers or rigs, plus external controller inputs for hands-free software control via switches or volume pedals. The MIDI input and output connections allow integration with floor controllers or iRig Stomp I/O for expanded real-time control options. The Amp Out also supports reamping techniques, letting you record dry guitar signals and process them through external gear, or capture your own real rig and convert it into a plug-in using the included AI software.

Both AmpliTube 5 SE and TONEX SE software come included, providing instant access to thousands of gear models and presets straight out of the box. AmpliTube 5 SE includes 80 pieces of gear covering stomp and rack effects, amps, cabs, speakers, mics and rooms with drag-and-drop rig building capabilities. TONEX SE offers revolutionary AI Machine Modeling technology with thousands of authentic-sounding rigs, plus the ability to model your own amps, cabs and pedals. Both applications connect to ToneNET’s online community featuring over 6,000 AmpliTube presets and 10,000 TONEX tone models.

Professional audio quality comes standard with sample rates up to 192 kHz, 108 dB dynamic range and 9 Hz-45 kHz frequency response. The XLR mic input features a PURE Class-A mic preamp with phantom power for ultra-transparent recording of vocals and acoustic instruments. The comprehensive Control Panel application manages input/output routing, controller assignments, phantom power, ground lift and sample rate selection, keeping you focused on creating music rather than adjusting hardware settings.