Rode AI-1 Single-Channel Audio Interface

Elevate your home studio with the Rode AI-1—a precision-engineered, single-channel USB-C interface built for musicians, podcasters, and livestreamers. Combining a studio-grade preamp with a Neutrik™ combo jack, it delivers crystal-clear recording and playback, while a powerful headphone amplifier ensures pinpoint monitoring. Its rugged desktop chassis and bus-powered design make setup effortless—simply plug in and start capturing professional-quality sound.

Key Features

• Studio-Quality Preamplifier: High-headroom preamp with 60 dB gain and illuminated level indicator guarantees pristine mic and instrument signals.

• Neutrik™ Combo Input: Versatile XLR/¼″ jack accommodates dynamic and condenser microphones, guitars, synths, and line-level sources.

• High-Power Monitoring: Dedicated headphone output with robust amplification for detailed, honest audio during tracking and mixing.

• USB-C Bus-Powered: No external power supply needed—compact and portable for on-the-go recording.

• Direct Monitoring: Zero-latency monitoring lets you hear inputs in real time for tight performances.

• 48V Phantom Power: Support for condenser microphones and active DI boxes.

Technical Specifications

• Gain Range: 0–60 dB (firmware v1.3.1)

• Bit Depth: 24-bit

• Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz

• I/O Configuration: 1 in, 2 out

• Preamps: 1 studio-grade channel

• Phantom Power: 48V on XLR

• USB Interface: USB-C, bus-powered

• Analog Outputs: 2 × ¼″ balanced speaker outputs; 1 × ¼″ headphone output

• Form Factor: Desktop chassis

• Dimensions: 124 mm (W) × 100 mm (D, incl. knobs) × 38 mm (H)

• Weight: 560 g (1 lb 3.7 oz)

Compatibility

• Mac: macOS 10.10 or later

• Windows: Windows 7 or later