The ESI Planet 22x 2-Channel Dante Audio Interfaceis a 2-channel Dante audio interface offering operability as a networked Dante audio device or host-connected audio interface for musicians, producers, and engineers in homes, studios, and live stage applications. The two XLR-1/4" combo inputs, which can accept mic, line, or Hi-Z sources, feed low-noise, high-gain preamplifiers with globally selectable phantom power. The 24-bit / 96 kHz converters ensure pristine analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion.

Separate level controls are provided for the dual XLR line outputs and the 1/4" headphone jack, making it easy to route signal to multiple analog components such as speakers and headphones. The RJ45 port allows connectivity with a Dante network or a host computer. The PLANet 22x is compatible with Mac and Windows systems, and may be powered by the included 12 VDC power supply, or via a compliant PoE source. Bundled software and licenses from Bitwig, Stanton, Audified, and Audinate open creative opportunities for musicians, DJs, and podcast producers.

Dante Interface with PoE Support    24-Bit / 96 kHz Converters    Low-Noise, High-Gain Preamplifiers    Dual XLR-1/4" Mic/Line/Hi-Z Inputs    Globally Selectable 48 VDC Phantom Power    Dual XLR Line Outputs with Level Control    1/4" Headphone Jack with Volume Knob    Powered via Power Adapter or PoE Source    Includes Power Supply & Software Bundle    Compatible with Mac & Windows Computers

24-bit / 96 kHz converters with high dynamic range

RJ45 port for connection to your Dante audio network or computer-based DAW

Dual XLR-1/4" combo inputs with low-noise preamplifiers and individual gain controls accommodate line (default), mic (selectable), or Hi-Z (selectable) sources

Two balanced XLR output jacks with step-potentiometer level control

1/4" TRS unbalanced stereo headphone output with dedicated volume knob

Globally selectable +48 VDC phantom power for condenser microphones

3-segment LED meters indicate signal levels at -18 dBFS (green), -6 dBFS (orange), and 0 dBFS (red)

Powered via included 12 VDC power supply or PoE power source compliant with IEEE 802.3af

Requires DVS (Dante Virtual Soundcard) software (license included) and free Dante Controller software

Includes Bitwig Studio 8-Track DAW software, a license for Stanton's Deckadance LE v2 DJ software, and Audified's inTone 2 ESI Edition jamming tool

Supports macOS systems via CoreAudio, and Windows systems via ASIO 2.0 and WDM

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Please advise if you can comfortably say that the ESI Maya 44 is a direct replacement to M-Audio Delta 1010LT PC Sound Card. If not, can you suggest any other manufacturer that may have the same benefits as the M-Audio's; or advise the difference(s) between the ESI & M-Audio products mentioned above. Thank you?

A: This card is not a direct replacement for the Delta card in several ways; not the least of which is that the output of the MAYA44 is unbalanced high impedance low level line audio, versus the balanced low impedance high level output of the Delta 1010. I had about a dozen of the Delta series and have tried several replacements for it since being discontinued by M-Audio. This card works in place of a Delta 44, but with the understanding that the outputs are not fully compatible in level and impedance. As for a direct replacement of the Delta series cards, there is nothing I have found in a buss card (several USB options out there) anywhere in this price point. Obviously, Audio Science and Digigram makes exact replacement boards, but at 10x the price.

Q: 2. Does the I/O DB25 XLR cables come with the unit?

A: No I/O cables are include with this unit. You would need to purchase the proper I/O cables based on what gear you are connecting to this.

Q: 3. Can the input version and output version of these units be used together as a standalone 2 channel dante system?

A: Yes you can, however you would need a switch as well.

Q: 4. Hello ESI folks, Do I correctly understand that I can use this device to take the digital audio output from my synthesizer (a Roland X7) coming out via SPDIF coaxial cable, and send it into my computer (a 2015 iMac, which has no digital audio input) via USB? And that in this case the U24 XL will do no digital/analog conversion, but just change the digital format, so there will be no loss of fidelity? Thanks much, Robert

A: This audio interface would allow you to convert the SPDIF digital from your work station out to USB, and keep the bit rate the same, so quality would not be degraded. .

Q: 5. Is the line output compatible with the line input on a stereo receiver?

A: Yes. It is.

Q: 6. Does this digitize analog? How if not digital output? Analog I/O 2 x RCA Line Input 2 x 1/4" (6.3 mm) TRS Balanced Line Output Digital I/O None

A: If I understand your question correctly, the answer is res it does indeed digitize analog. It takes your analog in and converts it to digital and utilizes the USB to interface the 24bit / 96kHz digital signal with your Mac or PC Computer. Other than the USB for digital, It does not sport another digital input/output such as optical, hence why Digital I/O is None.

Q: 7. Does this AVIO support phantom power for a condenser mic?

A: This device does not support phantom power.

Q: 8. So, I could use the two stereo inputs to record 4-channels from an analog source?

A: Yes, the ESI Maya44 eX 4-In/4-Out PCIe Audio Interface can be used to record four channels of audio from an analog source.

Q: 9. Does this work with an iPad?

A: The ESI MAYA22 USB Flexible High-Performance, 24-Bit USB Audio Interface is intended for use only with Mac or Windows computers.

Q: 10. What is the latency? How do we get clock if using both madi in/ out. How do I get a demo of this product?

A: This is a high quality audio interface with extremely low latency. The MADI input would be the master clock in your set up, and you would have almost zero percent latency. RME does not provide an exact number for latency.