Heritage Audio i73 PRO EDGE

Heritage Audio i73 Pro Edge is a two-channel audio interface with a USB-C connection, designed for guitarists. It features 2 x JFET DI input for Hi-Z instruments, 2 x Combo TRS/XLR Inputs with Class A preamps, 2 x TRS Line Inputs, 2 x 1/4» TRS Monitor Outputs, 2 x 1/4» TRS Additional Outputs, ADAT In/Out, DSP processor with effects, and Heritage Audio MIXER software.

i73 Pro Edge is inspired by the legendary British console module Heritage Audio 73. It utilizes transformer-balanced Class A circuitry to achieve a vintage sound. Engineers designed the device in collaboration with musicians and producers for a modern interface suitable for DAW-based studios.

The i73 Pro Edge allows users to approach microphone selection artistically rather than just looking at technical specifications. It provides 70 dB of gain for working with any microphone, and you can even use passive ribbon microphones with low output. The front panel includes a dedicated 2 x JFET hi-Z DI input for connecting acoustic guitars with piezo pickups, electric guitars, basses, and 2 x 1/4" Headphones Outputs. On the back, you can connect any line sources through 1/4-inch jacks on the combined XLR inputs. There are also TRS outputs for connecting studio monitors and headphones, ADAT In/Out.

The i73 Pro Edge features a built-in DSP-powered virtual mixer that operates with ultra-low latency, allowing flexible monitoring through studio monitors or headphones with the option to adjust individual mixes. You can process your tracks in real time using a set of effects based on the Heritage Audio equipment collection. Additionally, you can record both wet and dry streams simultaneously from the mixer to your DAW and connect third-party plugins via AUX channels.

The audio interface comes packaged with unique plugins that emulate rare, legendary studio equipment. These plugins cover a wide range of sound characteristics, from preamp emulations to delays, reverbs, and more. Furthermore, some of the plugins come with additional DSP versions that operate within the i73 interface, freeing up processing resources on your computer.

Heritage Audio i73 Pro Edge Features

• USB-C audio interface for guitarists
• 2 x Built-In Class A Transformer Coupled 73 Style Preamps
• PAD, Phase and Phantom controls per preamp channel
• DSP Powered Heritage Audio plugins modeled after outboard into the 73 style preamp channels
• Headphone and Monitor Independent Mixing Instances
• Loopback
• Able to record both Wet and Dry streams from the Mixer to your DAW at the same time
• Marconi Knobs
• Output Attenuators
• LED VU Meters
• Mono, Mute and DIM controls
• Dual Encoder for simultaneous control of monitor and headphones levels
• Mini DIN In/Out MIDI connector
• XLR-1/4” TRS Inputs.

Heritage Audio i73 Pro Edge Specifications

• 12-In / 16-Out USB-C Audio Interface
• 2× Class A 73 style preamps with up to 70dB of gain for true studio-quality recordings
• Microphone/line input on combo XLR jack and dedicated JFET DI input for Hi-Z instruments
• 2× Extra line inputs
• Direct monitoring with Heritage Audio’s MIXER, processed in real-time with unnoticeable latency
• 2 x Analog stereo monitor outputs over TRS independently controlled by Heritage Audio’s MIXER (1 mix per stereo out)
• 2 x Independent stereo headphone outputs with dedicated cue
• Recording, mixing and playback at up to 32-bit/192kHz
• +48V PHANTOM power, PAD and PHASE controls
• MONO, MUTE and DIM functions
• Classic attractive European console design
• Compatible with MacOS (Catalina 10.15.7 or later) and Windows 10 and 11. Same hardware works for both PC and Mac
• Full Analog Experience powered by DSP for real-time tracking processing with undetectable latency
• Including a growing collection of Heritage Audio effects modeled after Heritage Audio’s own outboard and Heritage Audio’s private gear collection
• Able to record both WET and DRY streams from the MIXER to your DAW at the same time
• Class-leading AD/DA conversion
• USB-C connection to computer (cable included)
• Digitally expandable over ADAT (up to 8 channels)
• Mini-DIN MIDI IN/OUT connector
• Mic input dynamic range: 116dB A weighted
• Gain range: Up to 70dB of gain
• EIN: -125dB
• Line/Instrument dynamic range: 116dB A weighted
• Headphone output dynamic range: Greater than 120dB A Weighted
• Max output level: +24.0 dBu, configurable down to +12 dBu in steps
• Monitor outs dynamic range: 122dB A weighted.