Fostex AR-4i: Audio Interface

Date Added: Sep 8, 2011

The Fostex AR-4i is an audio interface for the iPhone 4 that connects via the Dock connector. It includes two plug-in powered condenser cardioid type microphones with pop-shields, LED input level metering, gain control and headphone monitoring. The AR-4i has been designed to dramatically increase the quality of the sound that you record with your iPhone 4.

The iPhone 4 is fabulous but there’s one area that lets it down, it’s the sound. The small internal microphone only records in mono with no control and as for the quality…. Well let’s just say it not exactly high-fidelity. Enter the new Fostex AR-4i. Offering excellent quality stereo audio recording, (via Dock connector and in-built AD/DA converter), with LED input level metering, gain control and headphone monitoring, the AR-4i has been designed to dramatically increase the quality of the sound that you record with your iPhone 4.

The audio quality and versatile operation of the AR-4i make it ideal for both professional applications and domestic / consumer use.

Fostex have released a dedicated, easy to use iPhone App called “AR-4i” specifically for use with this audio interface that allows for easy control of input level, microphone setting, Equalisation, Filters etc. For more information about the iPhone app click here

Features

Exceptional audio quality – record/playback via Dock connector with built-in AD/DA converter
Equipped with 3 x stereo inputs (Line/Mic) for using 2 of the 3 simultaneously for vertical or horizontal use
2 x plug-in powered condenser cardioid type microphones with pop-shields supplied. Third-party microphones can also be used.
4-dot LED level meter for input monitoring
Thumb wheel input gain control
Setup App supplied free from App Store for setting Pan (L/C/R), Low Cut Filter, Limiter, etc.
Headphone output for recording & playback monitoring
Long operation time with 2 x AAA alkaline batteries for 8 to 10 hours
Supplied with a sturdy hand grip
2 x threaded tripod mounts on the bottom and side for use with tripod, camera rigs, etc.
Cold shoe for use of third-party camera options