ESI Maya44 USB+ 4-In/4-Out USB 2.0 Audio Interface with MIDI and +48V Phantom Power

In a compact home studio or a mobile recording rig, the ESI Maya44 USB+ gives you four inputs and four outputs over a single USB connection. The aluminum chassis houses two microphone preamps with switchable +48V phantom power, a Hi-Z instrument input, and full MIDI connectivity. Whether you are tracking vocals, recording a guitar, or sending a stereo mix to powered monitors, this interface keeps the signal path clean and the setup simple.

Key specifications

• 4-in/4-out USB 2.0 audio interface with 24-bit/96 kHz resolution
• 2 balanced XLR/TRS combo inputs with microphone preamps and +48V phantom power
• 1 Hi-Z instrument input switchable on input 1 for direct guitar or bass
• 2 balanced 1/4" TRS line inputs and 4 balanced 1/4" TRS line outputs
• Dedicated stereo headphone output with independent volume control
• MIDI input and output for keyboards, controllers, and external hardware
• Direct hardware monitoring for zero-latency tracking
• USB bus-powered – no external power supply needed
• Includes Bitwig Studio 8-Track, inTone ESI Edition, and Deckadance LE

Why choose it

The Maya44 USB+ combines professional features with a rugged aluminum body that can handle life on the road. The preamps deliver clean gain, and the +48V phantom power means you can use condenser microphones without extra gear. Direct monitoring lets you hear yourself in real time, while the included software bundle gives you a complete recording and production setup out of the box.

Ideal use cases

• Home studios needing multiple inputs for vocals, instruments, and line-level gear
• Mobile recording with a laptop – just plug in and power from USB
• Podcasters who want two XLR microphone inputs with phantom power
• Musicians using MIDI controllers or hardware synthesizers
• Content creators who need high-quality audio for video or streaming

Good to know

The interface is compatible with Windows (XP through 11) and macOS (10.4 and later) using ASIO 2.0, WDM, or CoreAudio drivers. The USB Type-B connector provides a secure connection, and the unit draws all necessary power from the computer. With a dynamic range of 102 dB(A) on the ADC and 108 dB(A) on the DAC, your recordings and playback maintain excellent clarity.