IK Multimedia AXE I/O One

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IK Multimedia AXE I/O One

IK Multimedia

AXE I/O One

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 564098
Model: AXE I/O One
Price: $86.90

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The AXE I/O One is a clever little interface aimed squarely at guitarists needing a simple, reamp-friendly solution. It's fantastic for bedroom producers and gigging musicians wanting a portable, affordable way to capture their tone and experiment with IK's software. Don't expect a studio powerhouse, but for what it is, it's surprisingly capable.

Product Description

  • IK Multimedia AXE I/O One
  • USB 2.0 Audio Interface
  • Specially designed for guitarists
  • 24 Bit / 192 kHz converter
  • Class-A microphone preamp with phantom powering
  • 1 Input and 3 outputs
  • Z-Tone input for guitar/bass with impedance adjustment
  • Active / passive pick-up selector switch
  • PURE and JFET input stages
  • Amp Out output for easy reamping
  • MIDI input and output
  • 2 Controller inputs for expression pedals or single/double switches
  • 6.3 mm Stereo jack headphone output
  • 2 Balanced 6.3 mm TRS jack line outputs
  • Dimensions: 160 x 52 x 130 mm
  • Weight: 0.37 kg
  • Includes ToneX SE
  • AmpliTube 5 SE and Ableton Live Lite
PROS
  • • Z-Tone input offers genuine tonal flexibility for active/passive pickups.
  • • Class-A preamp delivers a surprisingly clean and articulate gain stage.
  • • Compact size and lightweight design make it incredibly portable for gigging.
  • • Bundled software (ToneX SE, AmpliTube 5 SE) adds immediate value.
CONS
  • • Limited I/O restricts its utility for complex recording setups.
  • • Build quality feels plasticky, reflecting its budget-friendly price point.
  • • Single preamp limits flexibility when recording multiple sources simultaneously.

Product Video

Key Features

Inputs 1 (mic/line/instrument)
Outputs 3 (line), 1 (headphone)
Max Sample Rate 192 kHz
Bit Depth 24 Bit
Preamps 1 Class-A mic preamp
Weight 0.37 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Active pickups will sound cleaner and more defined, while passive pickups gain more warmth and a slightly darker character due to the impedance change.
Technically yes, but the single preamp means you'll be limited to recording one source at a time – guitar or vocals, not both simultaneously.
ToneX SE is a trimmed-down version, but it’s still useful for capturing and manipulating your own amp tones. It’s a good starting point, but serious amp modelers will likely want to upgrade.

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