Tascam US-4x4HR

Tascam US-4x4HR USB Audio/MIDI Interface – when two audio channels aren’t enough!

The US-4x4HR is a four-channel high-resolution USB audio interface from Tascam’s US-HR series and an advanced version of the successful Tascam US-4x4. It offers four microphone/line inputs, two of which can be used for direct guitar or bass connection, four balanced line outputs, plus MIDI input and output for your Windows or Mac computer or your iPhone or iPad*.

This interface is ideal for multitrack recordings of, for example, two instruments and two vocal tracks or multimedia production with high demands on ease of use and studio-quality sound. The built-in loopback function and support for Open Broadcaster Software (OBS Studio) also make it an excellent choice for two-channel live streaming applications and podcast creation.

Lower Noise and Less Distortion – Better Sound Than Ever Before

The versatile US-4x4HR impresses with many features such as high resolution up to 24 bit and 192 kHz sampling rate, extremely low latency with a Windows buffer size from four samples, and Ultra-HDDA mic preamps with 48-volt phantom power for outstanding sound quality with extremely low noise. Added to this is a robust USB-C connection and a rich selection of included software, so you can start recording and producing right away.

User-Friendliness Is Key

All US-HR models feature a unique honeycomb structure made of die-cast aluminum on the side panels. This design not only ensures a sleek, eye-catching look but also provides just the right weight so the interface doesn’t move when plugging or unplugging cables. Equally important: the sides are angled, making the upward-tilted control surface ergonomic and easy to handle.

With four mic preamps, four configurable balanced outputs, excellent sound quality, and simple operation, the US-4x4HR is the ideal choice for demanding musicians, producers, or sound enthusiasts in home studios who need more than two audio channels.

Tascam’s Complete Expertise for This Natural, Clear Sound

The Ultra-HDDA mic preamps used in the US-HR models (High Definition Discrete Architecture) are built discretely. Thanks to carefully matched components, they operate in a completely different league than conventional mass-produced preamps. Their equivalent input noise is extremely low on the US-2x2HR and US-4x4HR.

Combined with an optimized audio circuit and support for sampling rates up to 192 kHz, our specially developed mic preamp delivers even better performance, reflected in a signal-to-noise ratio of 110 dB and thus the clearest and quietest sound to date.

Simple, Easy-to-Understand Setup and Low-Latency USB Driver

A common issue when recording with a computer is latency, a delay of the audio signal caused by digital processing. Another is setting up the driver required to connect an audio interface to a computer. To prevent these from becoming problems, our driver software causes very low latency and is still easy to install.

Furthermore, the interface’s external design is kept as simple as possible so that even users who aren’t experts with audio equipment can operate the US-2x2HR or US-4x4HR without difficulty.

Recording with Multiple Microphones Simultaneously – Ideal for Live Situations

The US-4x4HR includes four Ultra-HDDA mic preamps. Since you can connect up to four microphones simultaneously, this interface is perfect for recording vocals and acoustic instruments at the same time. You can also connect two guitars or a guitar and a bass and still have two mic inputs free for vocals.

On the output side, the US-4x4HR offers four balanced jack sockets. Through these, you can output individual signals in parallel to the stereo signal of the headphone output – a common approach for multitrack recordings. Tip: If you use an audio interface, for example, for audio output from a synthesizer app, you get a fuller sound.

Ideal for Podcasts and Live Streaming

The control panel installed on your computer includes a range of additional functions. Choose whether to monitor in mono or stereo and adjust the balance between input and computer signals. You can also enable or disable hardware inputs individually and set the Windows buffer size according to your working environment.

For online broadcasts, internet communication, and other live streaming applications, the US-HR series interfaces offer a loopback function. This can merge two audio channels coming from the computer with input signals 1/2 (each selectable mono/stereo) and then route this mix to streaming software or another application on the computer. A software slider lets you adjust the final broadcast volume independently of the device’s line output level setting.

Support for iPad and Other iOS Devices

Instead of a computer, you can also use an iPad, iPhone, or other iOS device together with the US-2x2HR or US-4x4HR for making music. We have tested performance not only with the included DAW app (Cubasis LE3) but also with many other popular audio recording programs – so you can continue using the interface even after switching DAW software.

Since these models include MIDI input and output, you can also connect MIDI keyboards, drum machines, etc., to play sounds on the iPad or computer and expand your personal orchestra.

Unpack and Start – the Included Software

The US-HR models come with globally recognized software that lets you start making music immediately. Steinberg Cubase LE (including Cubasis LE3) provides everything you need for composing, recording, sequencing, editing, and mixing multiple tracks as the heart of music production.

IK Multimedia’s SampleTank SE 4 comes free with a huge 30-gigabyte sound library featuring more than 2000 different musical instruments. And a free 3-month license for Antares Auto-Tune Unlimited, a comprehensive suite of industry-standard pitch correction and vocal effects, gives you the chance to create the famous sounds of the pros.

Robust Metal Housing with Practical and Sleek Design

The US-HR models are built on a solid and practical design that can withstand years of hard use. But their sturdy metal shell not only improves durability. Together with the die-cast aluminum side panels, it creates an elegant, eye-catching exterior. The metal construction also provides just the right weight so the interface doesn’t easily move when plugging or unplugging cables.

Ideal for Every Demanding Audio Creator, from Beginners in Recording Technology to Project Studio Operators and Podcast and Webcast Producers!