Zoom AMS-44 Audio Interface for Music and Streaming
RECORD & STREAM WITH EASE
AMS Audio Interfaces are designed for musicians who want to record music with their DAW or easily livestream on platforms like YouTube and Twitch, without all the typical complications.
AMS-44 | 4-In, 4-Out
Whether you’re recording or streaming, the AMS-44 keeps your setup simple. It features four XLR/TRS combo inputs along with Zoom’s high-performance, low-noise preamps. The interface also includes two headphone outputs and two TRS outputs for external monitors.
QUICK CONTROL
With their onboard hardware switches, AMS-44 is designed to simplify common streaming challenges without the need for additional software.
LITTLE SWITCH, BIG STREAMS
Toggle from recording to livestreaming with the Music/ Streaming Switch. When in Music mode, each input acts independently with individual gain control. It also sends separate mixes to each headphone output.
When in Streaming mode all inputs are combined into one signal to work seamlessly with your streaming software.
ONBOARD MONITORING
Use the Direct Monitor Switch to send the input signal directly to your headphones while routing the same signal to your DAW or streaming software.
LOOP IT BACK
The Loopback Switch combines the input audio with playback from your computer and routes it to your streaming software. This is perfect for adding background music to your stream or singing live with an instrumental track.
POWER OPTIONS
All three AMS interfaces can be powered from your PC or Mac via USB-C. Use external power when working from a tablet or mobile phone.
Additionally, the AMS-24 and AMS-44 can also use two AA batteries.
PLUG IT IN...
Use the AMS Series on any device thanks to its support for Mac and PC, along with iOS and Android devices.
...AND PERFORM
The AMS Series is designed to integrate seamlessly with commonly used software, apps and platforms.
In Streaming mode, connect with your audience by streaming to popular platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, Instagram, and Patreon.
In Music mode, record with software like Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Cubase, and Garage Band.
SPECS
Input and Output Channels
| NUMBER OF INPUT CHANNELS | Mono (MIC/LINE) | 4 |
| NUMBER OF OUTPUT CHANNELS | Stereo (TRS) | 1 |
| Stereo (PHONES) | 2 |
Connectors
| INPUT 1-4 | Type | XLR/TRS combo jacks |
| (XLR: 2 HOT, TRS: TIP HOT) | ||
| Input gain | −∞ – +58 dB / −∞ – +50 dB (when set to GUITAR) | |
| Input impedance | XLR: 2.7 kΩ | |
| TRS: 18 kΩ / 330 kΩ (when set to GUITAR) | ||
| Maximum input level | XLR: +6 dBu | |
| TRS: +22 dBu / +8.5 dBu (when set to GUITAR) | ||
| Phantom power | +48 V | |
| OUTPUT A (STANDARD PHONE JACKS) | Type | TRS phone jacks (impedance balanced) |
| Maximum output level | +10 dBu (at 0 dBFS) | |
| Output impedance | 100 Ω | |
| OUTPUT A–B (HEADPHONE JACKS) | Type | 3.5mm stereo mini jacks |
| 30 mW + 30 mW (32 Ω load) | ||
| Output impedance | 10 Ω | |
| USB | USB Type-C (audio interface function) | |
| • Use a USB cable that supports data transfer. USB bus power is supported. | ||
| DC 5V | USB Type-C (for power supply) |
Frequency Response
| 44.1 kHz: ±1 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz) | |
| 96 kHz: ±1.5 dB (20 Hz – 40 kHz) |
Equivalent input noise
| –120 dBu or less (IHF-A) at +58 dB/150Ω input |
Audio interface
| INPUT AND OUTPUT CHANNELS | Recording: 4 channels |
| Playback: 4 channels | |
| SAMPLING FREQUENCIES | 96 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz |
| BIT DEPTH | 24-bit |
| INTERFACE | USB 2.0 |
| CLASS | USB Audio Class 2.0 |
Power
| 2 AA batteries (alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable NiMH) | |
| AC adapter (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5 V/1 A | |
| • USB bus power is supported. |
Rated Current
| USB/AC adapter (5 V): 350 mA | |
| Batteries (2.4 V): 560 mA |
Estimated continuous operation time using batteries
| 44.1 kHz, 48 V off, with 32Ω headphone load | |
| Alkaline batteries: about 3 hours | |
| NiMH batteries (1900 mAh): about 4.5 hours | |
| Lithium batteries: about 8.5 hours | |
| • The above values are approximate. • Continuous battery operation times were determined using in-house testing methods. They could vary greatly according to use conditions. |
Power Consumption
| 5 W maximum |
Dimensions
| 129.0 mm (W) × 74.0 mm (D) × 46.0 mm (H) |
Weight (unit only)
| 177 g |
Weight (including batteries)
| 223 g |