The Roland Rubix44 is a high-resolution USB audio interface designed for musicians and producers who demand exceptional sound quality and versatile connectivity. This robust and compact interface features four low-noise mic preamps with XLR/TRS combo inputs, providing pristine audio capture for vocals and instruments. The Rubix44 supports 24-bit/192kHz audio resolution, ensuring professional-grade sound fidelity. It includes MIDI in/out ports for seamless integration with MIDI devices, making it a versatile tool for any studio setup. The interface is compatible with macOS, Windows, and iOS, offering flexible connectivity options for various recording environments. With its low-latency drivers and rugged build, the Rubix44 is perfect for both home studios and mobile recording. The direct monitoring feature allows for zero-latency monitoring, ensuring accurate performance during recording sessions. Additionally, the Rubix44 is USB bus-powered, eliminating the need for an external power supply and enhancing its portability. The interface also includes a ground lift switch to eliminate hum and noise in various recording situations. The Rubix44 combines high-quality audio performance with user-friendly features, making it an essential tool for any recording artist.
- System
- Number of Audio Record/Playback Channels
- Record: 4 channels
Playback: 4 channels
- Signal Processing
- PC interface: 24 bits
AD/DA conversion: 24 bits
- Sampling Frequency
- AD/DA conversion: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz
- Interface
- Hi-Speed USB
MIDI IN, OUT
- Connectors
- INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) connectors: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: +48 V, 6 mA Max *1)
INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks *2: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (balanced)
PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
OUTPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (impedance balanced)
MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
USB port: USB Type B
DC IN jack
*1 Current value per channel.
*2 INPUT 1L, 3L support high impedance
- Controllers
- SENS 1L, 2R, 3L, 4R knobs
Hi-Z switches
48V switches
THRS knobs
COMP/LIMIT switches
DIRECT MONITOR 1/2 knob
DIRECT MONITOR 3/4 knob
MONO switches
OUTPUT knob
PHONES knob
POWER switch
GROUND LIFT switch
PHONES SOURCE switch
LOOPBACK switch
COMP/LIMIT TYPE 1/2 switch
COMP/LIMIT TYPE 3/4 switch
- Indicator
- Level indicators (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R)
Level indicator (COMP/LIMIT)
POWER indicator
Hi-Z indicators
48V indicators
COMP/LIMIT indicators
- Characteristics
- Nominal Input Level
- INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) connectors (XLR type): -60-- -12 dBu
INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks (1/4-inch TRS phone type): -44--+4 dBu
- Maximum Input Level
- INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) connectors (XLR type): +2 dBu
INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks (1/4-inch TRS phone type): +18 dBu
- Nominal Output Level
- OUTPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks: -6 dBu (impedance balanced)
- Maximum Output Level
- OUTPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks: +8 dBu (impedance balanced)
- PHONES Maximum Output Power
- 20 mW + 20 mW (L + R, 47 ohms load)
- Headroom
- 14 dB
- Input Impedance
- INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) connectors (XLR type): 4 k ohms or greater (balanced)
INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks (1/4-inch TRS phone type): 15 k ohms or greater (balanced)
INPUT (1L, 3L) jacks (1/4-inch phone type): 500 k ohms or greater
*3 When the Hi-Z is turned on
- Output Impedance
- OUTPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks: 2 k ohms (balanced)
PHONES jack: 47 ohms
- Residual Noise Level
- INPUT (1L, 2R) --> OUTPUT (1L, 2R): -94 dBu typ. (SENS 1L, SENS 2R knobs: min., input terminated with 600 ohms, IHF-A, typ.)
- Dynamic Range
- AD block INPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks: 104 dB typ. (SENS 1L, SENS 2R knobs: min.)
DA block OUTPUT (1L, 2R, 3L, 4R) jacks: 109 dB typ.
- Other
- Power Supply
- AC adaptor
- Operating System
- Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 7, Windows(R) 8, Windows(R) 8.1, Windows(R) 10
Apple Mac OS X 10.10 or later
Apple iOS 9 or later
* Although Roland has tested numerous configurations, and has determined that on average, a computer system similar to that described above will permit normal operation of the Rubix, Roland cannot guarantee that a given computer can be used satisfactorily with the Rubix based solely on the fact that it meets the above requirements. This is because there are too many other variables that may influence the processing environment, including differences in motherboard design and the particular combination of other devices involved.
- Dimensions
- 310 (W) x 165 (D) x 46 (H) mm
12-1/4 (W) x 6-1/2 (D) x 1-13/16 (H) inches
- Weight (main unit only)
- 1.8 kg
4 lbs
Roland Rubix44
Setup Guide
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
USB cable
