Producers, musicians, and podcasters can record at home or on the go with the CAD CX2 Connect II, a portable 2x2 USB Type-C audio interface that combines quality sound with operational simplicity and a robust all-metal body. The two preamps with combo XLR-1/4" mic/instrument inputs enable you to record either two microphones or a combination of microphone and instrument, perfect for the singer/songwriter or a vocalist with an accompanying instrumentalist.

The CX2 Connect II lets you record at professional 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution. It offers 48V phantom power for use with studio condenser microphones and is fully USB bus-powered—no external power source required. A volume knob controls the level of the left and right 1/4" line outputs. There is also a headphone out with volume knob to monitor yourself while performing. For complete recording freedom, the interface is compatible with almost any recording software on Windows or Mac laptop or desktop computers.

Producers, Musicians, Podcaster Duos    USB Type-C Connectivity    2 Mic/Instrument Preamps, 48V Phantom    1 Headphone Out, 2 Monitor Outs    24-Bit / 96 kHz Converters    Bus Powered    Rugged All-Metal Body    Mac, Windows

• 2 preamps with combo XLR-1/4" inputs for recording either microphone or instrument-level audio
• 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution
• USB Type-C connectivity
• Gain knob for each channel
• Instrument/Line switch for optimizing level and impedance of 1/4" signal source
• Mono mode sums channel 1 and channel 2 inputs to record left and right (useful for podcast interviews)
• Stereo mode passes channel 1 to record left and channel 2 to record right (for music tracking or live stereo recording)
• Headphones output with volume knob
• Left and right 1/4" balanced line outputs with volume knob
• +48V phantom power
• USB bus-powered

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does the MiniFuse go into standby when the computer is put to sleep, or do the LEDs stay on all the time unless you unplug the USB cable?

A: The Arturia MiniFuse 2 Portable 2x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface will remain on as long there is voltage sent from the computer's USB port to the interface. When the computer goes to sleep, the interface will eventually shut down as well and the LEDs will also turn off.

Q: 2. Will the PreSonus Studio 24c work with Zoom or other video conferencing software?

A: Yes. The PreSonus Studio 24c Desktop 2x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface can be used to connect microphones to a computer and enable higher quality audio for Zoom and other audio/video conferencing applications, as well as for recording.

Q: 3. Looking for an audio interface to control the amount of latency up to 3 seconds of delay. Idea king it would be an audio to usb interface with a delay knob?

A: If you are trying to control the round trip latency of a source connected an interface- going through a DAW- and back to your headphones, you would need to adjust that in the buffer settings of the DAW you're recording into. If you are experiencing latency or "sync issues" between audio and video of a live stream, then you would need to adjust the Input Delay in the streaming software being used. (ie OBS, LiveStream Studio, etc.)

Q: 4. Is the Studio Artist one software included with the Presonus 24c only a trial version or is it a regular program? Also, is it cloud based?

A: Yes, all PreSonus professional recording products come with Studio One Artist recording and production software. It's the regular software, not a trial version, and not cloud based.

Q: 5. Would this work as a source for Zoom meetings?

A: Yes, the M-Audio AIR 192|4 Desktop 2x2 USB Type-C Audio Interface could be used as an audio source for Zoom conferencing to facilitate the connection of analog microphones and other external audio devices as desired.

Q: 6. How is volume to the headphone out controlled? (is it a static, but quasi-controlled via gain or adjusted by output knob?

A: The headphone volume control on the Behringer U-PHORIA UM2 is controlled by the knob labeled 'Output'. It is the knob that is farthest to the right, on top of the interface.

Q: 7. does this interface work with the rode nt1 without a separate preamp? can i use this interface with beyerdynamic DT 990 pro 250 ohm version?

A: Yes, the Arturia MiniFuse 2 Portable 2x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface can be used with the Rode NT1 Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone. The interface has built-in mic preamps and the ability to supply phantom power to the microphone. The 250 ohm Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro Headphones do work with the MiniFuse 2 at an acceptable volume level, but if you find that you need more power for higher output levels and more headroom, then you will want to use a separate headphone amp.

Q: 8. Compatible with "Ventura?"

A: UPDATE: On December 6, 2022, PreSonus posted an update regarding compatibility of PreSonus hardware products, including the PreSonus Studio 24c Desktop 2x2 USB Type-C Audio/MIDI Interface, and Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura. Universal Control 4.0.0 was released on December 6, 2022 and it enables support for macOS 13 Ventura. It can be downloaded from your MyPreSonus account or on the PreSonus website: https://www.presonus.com/products/Universal-Control/downloads

Q: 9. Could I use this to connect to my iPhone/iPad/Camcorder to record video with sound from my condenser mic? How to and what accessories do I need?

A: To connect the Presonus to your iphone / pad you will need this Apple adpter : Apple Lightning to USB 3.0 Type-A Camera Adapter And to connect presunus to your camcorder you will need these cables : Hosa Technology Stereo Mini Male to Stereo 1/4" Male Cable - 5' Sescom LN2MIC-ZOOMH4N - Line to Microphone Attenuation Cable for HDSLR Cameras Comprehensive MJ-BL 3.5mm Mini Female to 3.5mm Mini Female Adapter This is all you need , Hope this helps

Q: 10. Which audio interface has the best quality?Presonus 96, Presonus 24c, Steinberg ur22c, Tascam hr 22 or Arturia minifus1 ?

A: "Quality" is not something that can be objectively measured from a device's specs, but out of the interfaces mentioned the Steinberg UR22C's converters have the highest bit depth at 32-bit and the most available gain (60 dB) on its mic inputs.