Primarily designed for live sound applications and permanent installations, the A-1 live is a stand-alone USB device equipped with balanced XLR stereo outputs and a galvanically isolated USB connection. These features enable audio to be directly transmitted from the computer to the sound reinforcement system avoiding any interference, hum, reduction in sound quality or loss of output level - common issues that can occur when using interfaces with unbalanced connectors, or when there is no galvanic isolation between the computer and the interface.
With simple "plug and play" installation and no separate power supply needed, the A-1 live offers a straightforward, practical option for live sound engineers, DJs and other audio professionals, says the company. The unit's robust housing has also been specially designed to cope with the daily rigours of live use.
(Jim Evans)
