AXE I/O ONE Manuel utilisateur
USB audio interface with
advanced guitar tone shaping
USER MANUAL
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Table of Contents
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AXE I/O ONE 3
Register your AXE I/O ONE 3
1. AXE I/O ONE overview 4
1.1 Top panel 4
1.2 Front panel 5
1.3 Rear panel 6
2. Installation and setup 7
2.1 Software installation 7
2.2 Setup 7
3 Dedicated guitar features 9
3.1 Direct amplifier output & Re-Amplification 9
3.2 JFET / PURE input (only for Instrument Input) 10
3.3 Pick-Up selector (only for Instrument Input) 11
3.4 Variable impedance (Z-TONE™) control (only for Instrument Input) 12
3.6 External control 13
4 Setup your DAW 13
5 Connecting microphone 13
5.1 Condenser microphone 13
5.2 Dynamic microphone 13
5.3 Ribbon microphone 13
6 Connecting instrument 14
7 Connecting loudspeakers and headphones 14
8 Direct monitoring 15
9 Control software 15
9.1 Interface view 16
9.2 Controller tab 17
10 Specifications 18
Warranty 20
Support and more info 20
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AXE I/O ONE
Thank you for purchasing AXE I/O ONE.
Your package contains:
• AXE I/O ONE
• USB-A to USB-C cable
IK Multimedia’s award-winning AXE I/O premium audio interface sets a new standard for guitar-oriented
recording, with powerful tone shaping and revolutionary ways to integrate with your real pedals and amps.
AXE I/O ONE delivers the same great features in a super-compact 1 in / 3 out audio interface. Track pristine
vocals through the included PURE mic preamp, explore a massive range of electric guitar tones via IK’s ground-
breaking Z-TONE instrument input, and enjoy easy reamplification with the onboard AMP out.
AXE I/O ONE combined with the massive included software bundle, is a world-class studio that fits into your
guitar case.
Register your AXE I/O ONE
By registering, you can access technical support, activate your warranty and receive free JamPoints™ which will
be added to your account. JamPoints™ allow you to obtain discounts on future IK purchases! Registering also
keeps you informed of all the latest software updates and IK products.
Register at: www.ikmultimedia.com/registration
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1. AXE I/O ONE overview
1.1 Top panel
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1. GAIN - adjusts the input gain for the signal at the input.
2. Peak Meters - the input has a dedicated 5-segment peak meter, with 1-second hold on CLIP, that indicates
the level of the input signal.
3. Z-TONE™ - Variable impedance control - the front control named Z-TONE™allows you to change the input
impedance on the instrument input allowing for unique possibilities for tone shaping your instruments.
4. JFET/PURE - Preamp topology selector - this selector allows you to select two different preamp topologies
for your connected instrument: JFET preamp type and Pure preamp type.
5. PASSIVE/ACTIVE - Pick-Up selector - this selector allows you to match the type of pick-up installed on the
connected instrument.
6. MIDI IN/OUT LEDs - these LEDs illuminate when MIDI data is received from/transmitted to the MIDI port.
USB LED - this LED illuminates when the unit is recognised by the computer to which it is connected.
INST, MIC LEDs - active input indication with auto select. If no connection is made, or if an XLR is
connected to the Combo input, the MIC input will be activated, and the corresponding LED will light up; if an
instrument is connected to the Combo input, the INSTRUMENT input will be selected and the corresponding
LED will light up.
7. 48V - This switch enables 48V phantom power for the XLR microphone input. The switch illuminates when
phantom power is selected.
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8. MONITOR - the Monitor knob allows you to blend your input signals with the playback streams from your
computer. This allows you to monitor your input signal with zero latency. If the knob is positioned at 12
o’clock, the input signal and the playback stream will be equally balanced. Turning the knob to the left will
increase the level of the direct signal; turning to the right will increase the level of the playback stream from
the DAW. This control works both for Outputs 1-2 and Headphones.
9. HEADPHONES - allows you to control the headphone volume.
10. MASTER - main output level control – this control adjusts the level at Outputs 1 and 2 on the rear panel.
1.2 Front panel
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1. MIC/INST IN - XLR Combo type input socket - connect microphone or instrument (e.g., guitar).
2. HEADPHONE OUT-connectonepairofheadphonestothe1⁄4”(6.35mm)TRSjacksockets.The
headphone outputs always carry the signals that are currently routed to outputs 1 & 2.
3. AMP OUT -thisisathird1/4”physicalunbalanced,floatingoutputwithselectablegroundlift(controlled
with software). It is independent from main Outputs 1-2. This output is specifically designed to allow the
interface to feed guitar amps or stomp pedals without the typically associated risk or hum or buzzing noises
caused by ground loops or mismatched levels and impedances.
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1.3 Rear panel
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1. USB port - Type C connector - connect the AXE I/O ONE to your computer with the supplied cable
2. Kensington security lock - secure your AXE I/O ONE to a suitable structure if desired.
3. MIDI IN/OUT - standard 5-pin DIN sockets for connection to external MIDI equipment.
4. EXTERNAL CONTROL-usethese1/4”(6.35mm)jackstoconnectexternalcontrollerpedals(singleor
dual switches, continuous expression pedals). MIDI messages sent are freely assignable from the “Control
Software”.
5. LINE OUTPUTS1/Land2/R-Outputs1/Land2/Rarebalancedandfloatinganaloguelineoutputson1⁄4”
(6.35 mm) jack sockets; use TRS jacks for a balanced connection. Outputs 1/L and 2/R will normally be
used to drive the primary monitoring system.
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2. Installation and setup
2.1 Software installation
All software required by the AXE I/O ONE is available for download from the IK Multimedia website (www.
ikmultimedia.com/products/axeioone).Bydownloadingthe“AXEI/OONEDriversandControlSoftware”youwill
find:
MAC users: the installer containing the AXE I/O ONE Control Software.
Windows users: the package includes the AXE I/O ONE Control Software and the necessary drivers for the
interface.
1. Using your web browser, go to www.ikmultimedia.com/products/axeioone and go to the Downloads section.
2. Youcannowdownloadthe“AXEI/OONEDriversandControlSoftware”file(MacandWindowsversions
available).
3. Downloadandinstallthe“AXEI/OONEDriversandControlSoftware”version(MacorWindows)appropriate
for your computer and follow all on-screen instructions.
4. When the installation is complete, restart your computer.
5. After restart, connect the AXE I/O ONE to your computer with the supplied USB cable.
2.2 Setup
1. Download and install the AXE I/O ONE Drivers and Control Software as described above.
AXE I/O ONE Control Software
FREE DOWNLOAD
ikdownloads.com/axeioone
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2. Connect the AXE I/O ONE to your computer with the supplied USB cable.
3. You can connect instrument or microphone to the Combo input and set its gain with the gain knob on the
top of the interface.
4. Connect speakers, amplifiers or other line devices to the balanced outputs on the rear panel of AXE I/O
ONE.
5. If needed, you can connect external MIDI devices to the physical MIDI ports (Input/Output).
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3 Dedicated guitar features
3.1 Direct amplifier output & Re-Amplification
RE-AMPLIFICATION
in from MIC
Among the features that make AXE I/O ONE the definitive guitarist interface is the re-amplification feature. The
“AMPOUT”isathirdphysicaloutputwhichisindependentfrommainOutput1-2.Withthisoutput,youcan
feed a DI recorded guitar to external analogue stomps or a real amplifier, still being able to monitor the session
from main Output (1-2). The external stomps (or the miked amplifier) will be connected back to Input to return
into the DAW on a newly recorded track.
The AMP OUT is a floating unbalanced output topology specifically designed to properly interface with guitar
or bass amplifiers of any kind for maximum signal fidelity and integrity. This ensures the immunity from noises
caused by ground loops with the Amps, so actually allowing re-amping without the typical associated noise/hum
issues.
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3.2 JFET / PURE input (only for Instrument Input)
Thanks to the front panel selector it is possible to select two different preamp topologies for your connected
instrument: JFET preamp type and Pure preamp type.
The discrete JFET (field-effect transistor) circuitry adds a tiny bit of color and harmonics to the signal, giving your
instruments some added warmth.
Pure circuitry results in a more linear response featuring the absolutely cleanest signal path possible, for best
transparency and clarity.
Each amplifier topology offers complimentary sonic performance to the other, and both are widely used in
professional recording and stage work. Note: this control only works when the Pickup selector is in the Passive
position.
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