Description
The Lewitt Connect 2 is a compact and user-friendly USB-C audio interface that stands out by focusing on intuitive controls and powerful, DSP-based features. It’s designed for musicians, podcasters, and streamers who want to achieve professional-quality sound with minimal technical hassle.
Key Features and Highlights:
- Premium Preamps and Converters: The Connect 2 features a high-end mic preamp with an impressive 72 dB of gain, which is a significant amount for a bus-powered interface. This allows it to work with gain-hungry dynamic microphones without the need for an external booster. It also boasts a low-noise performance and a dynamic range of 118 dB.
- Onboard DSP with “Auto” Features: This is a major selling point of the Connect 2. Its built-in DSP (Digital Signal Processing) chip handles a variety of functions, allowing for zero-latency monitoring with effects and simplifying the setup process. Key features include:
- Autosetup & Autogain: With a single button press, the interface automatically analyzes your voice or instrument and sets the optimal gain level and other settings in seconds.
- Clipguard: This feature prevents your signal from clipping or distorting, even during loud performances.
- Denoiser & Compressor: The onboard DSP includes a denoiser to reduce background noise and a compressor to create a more consistent and polished sound.
- Three Preamp “Flavors”: The Connect 2 offers three DSP-based preamp characteristics that you can switch between to instantly change the tone of your sound:
- Clean: For a transparent and uncolored sound.
- Warm: Adds a vintage, tube-like character for a smooth sound.
- Vivid: Adds articulation and sparkle to make your sound more vibrant.
- Intuitive Touch-Based Interface: The interface is designed for simplicity. It features a touch-based user interface with an LED ring that provides clear visual feedback for levels and settings. A custom button can be assigned to various workflow shortcuts for a more personalized experience.
- Flexible I/O: The Connect 2 offers a well-rounded set of connections for a solo creator:
- 1 x XLR Mic Input (with switchable 48V phantom power)
- 1 x 1/4″ Hi-Z Instrument Input
- 2 x 1/4″ TRS Line Outputs for studio monitors
- 2 x Headphone Outputs (both 1/4″ and 3.5mm), which can be switched to a high-impedance mode for studio headphones.
- Loopback Functionality: Essential for live streamers and podcasters, the loopback channel lets you easily route audio from your computer’s applications (e.g., music, sound effects, or video calls) and combine it with your live microphone or instrument input.
- Software Bundle: The interface comes with a license for Steinberg Cubase LE and Cubasis LE, providing a great starting point for music production.
