Description
The Citronic XLRF-USB2 is an analogue to digital conversion lead with an XLR female (XLRF) connector at one end and a USB type A connector at the other. It lets you connect a line input, instrument or dynamic microphone straight into a PC or Mac, so you can record without a separate audio interface. It's a plug-and-play setup that draws power over the USB bus, meaning there's nothing extra to plug in.
Audio is handled with up to 48kHz analogue to digital (A/D) conversion, running a 16bit sampling format at either 48kHz or 44.1kHz. The signal-to-noise ratio is 83dB with a dynamic range of 80dB, and frequency response runs from 20Hz to 19kHz at 48kHz. Input impedance sits at 1M Ohm, input level covers 0 to 2.8Vpp and there's +20dB of gain on tap. THD+N is quoted at -76dB (-3dBr). The lead measures 3.0m and weighs 174g, giving you room to position your mic or instrument away from the computer.
This lead suits digital recording of vocal lines, instruments and podcasts where you want a direct, no-fuss route into your recording software. It works with Windows 2000, XP, 7 and 8, along with Mac OS X 10.1 and above. Because there are no drivers to install and no mains supply to find, it's a handy option for anyone getting started with home recording or capturing quick takes on the move.
Specification
| Connectors |
XLRF - USB type A |
| Lead length |
3.0m |
| Input impedance |
1M Ohm |
| Sampling format |
16bit @ 48/44.1kHz |
| Input level |
0-2.8Vpp |
| THD +N |
-76dB (-3dBr) |
| S/N ratio |
83dB |
| Dynamic range |
80dB |
| Frequency response |
20Hz-19kHz (@48kHz) |
| Gain |
+20dB |
| Weight |
0.17KG |
Frequently Asked
What connectors does the lead have?
It has an XLR female (XLRF) connector at one end and a USB type A connector at the other.
Do I need a separate power supply?
No. The lead is USB bus powered, so it draws power from your computer's USB port with nothing else to plug in.
Which operating systems is it compatible with?
It works with Windows 2000, XP, 7 and 8, and with Mac OS X 10.1 and above.
Can I use it with a dynamic microphone?
Yes. You can connect a line input, instrument or dynamic microphone directly to a PC or Mac for recording.
What sampling quality does it support?
It offers up to 48kHz A/D conversion, using a 16bit sampling format at 48kHz or 44.1kHz.
How long is the lead?
The lead measures 3.0m, giving you room to position your mic or instrument away from the computer.