Audio interface Tascam US-4X4HR – 4x XLR combo, 4 analog outs, 56 dB mic pre, 192 kHz, USB 2.0, desktop, black

The Tascam US-4x4HR is a four-channel desktop USB audio interface offering high-resolution recording up to 24-bit/192 kHz. It provides four mic/line inputs (two of which accept instrument-level signals for guitar or bass), four balanced line outputs, two headphone outputs, and MIDI I/O. Designed for Windows, Mac and iOS devices, the US-4x4HR supports ultra-low latency operation, 48 V phantom power for condenser microphones and a robust USB Type-C connection, making it suitable for multitrack recording, multimedia production, podcasting and streaming.

Advantages

The US-4x4HR delivers improved sound quality with ultra-low noise and distortion thanks to Ultra-HDDA mic preamps and up to 56 dB of microphone gain. It supports high sample rates (up to 192 kHz) and extremely low latency (Windows buffer sizes from four samples), and includes loopback functionality and OBS compatibility for easy streaming and podcast workflows. Compact desktop design, 2.2 kΩ input impedance and balanced outputs ensure reliable connection to studio gear and instruments.

Suitable for

• Multitrack recording of instruments and vocals (up to four channels)
• Home and project studio production with high-resolution audio
• Podcast recording and two-channel live streaming using loopback and OBS
• Recording guitar or bass directly using dedicated instrument-capable inputs

Key specifications

• Channels: 4 inputs / 4 outputs
• Sample rate: up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
• Mic preamp gain: up to 56 dB
• Inputs: four mic/line (two also instrument-capable)
• Outputs: four balanced line outputs, two headphone outputs
• MIDI I/O: present
• Phantom power: 48 V
• Connectivity: USB Type-C
• Input impedance: 2.2 kΩ
• Output impedance: 210 Ω
• Power consumption: 2.25 W
• Weight: 1.6 kg
• Colour: Black

How to use

Connect the US-4x4HR to your computer or iOS device using the supplied USB Type-C cable and install the required drivers or apps if prompted. Connect microphones, instruments or line-level sources to the appropriate inputs, enable 48 V phantom power when using condenser microphones, and set input gain using the front-panel controls while monitoring levels in headphones. Route outputs to studio monitors or mixers via the balanced outputs. Use the loopback feature and included software or OBS Studio for streaming or podcasting workflows.

Recommendations

For lowest noise and best dynamic range, use balanced cables for line outputs, set mic preamp gain conservatively to avoid clipping, and engage 48 V phantom power only when using condenser microphones. When streaming, enable loopback and test levels before going live.