Designed by guitarists for guitarists, the POLAR 2 is a 2-channel USB sound card. It features:
- 2 FET input channels for instrument, line, and microphone
- Two high-output headphone outputs
- +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
- Balanced outputs for professional monitoring
- Optical level meters
- MIDI input and output port
- Exclusive "Enhance" switch
This sound card was designed for the recording guitarist, offering an FET input stage with high-headroom to enhance tone and signal quality. It supports a wide range of instrument types, effect pedals, and microphones.
The 'Enhance' feature introduces electronics into the signal path, replicating the sound of a classic guitar amplifier, preventing digital clipping. It provides natural clarity and air to vocals and acoustic guitars.
The card also includes the St. James suite with various mixing software, providing control for level settings, panning, and monitoring routing. It operates with USB 2.0 bus power and has a +48V switch for microphones.
Included in the box:
- POLAR 2
- Quick start guide
- USB-A to USB-C cable
- USB-A to DC cable
- Safety Information Sheet
System requirements: compatible with macOS 10.15 and later, Windows 8 and later versions. POLAR Control software is compatible with macOS 10.14 and later versions, Windows 10 and later versions.
Dimensions
- Card Type
- External
- Phantom Power
- No
- MIDI
- No
- Loopback
- -
- Auto Gain
- -
- Clip Safe
- -
- DSP
- -
- Word Clock
- -
- Colour
- -
Audio Ports
- XLR Input
- -
- XLR Output
- -
- Headphones
- No
- 6.3mm Output
- -
- 3.5mm
- No
- RCA
- No
Compatibility
- Compatible Software
- Windows, macOS
Important information
Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.