Freqport FreqInOut FO1 – Hardware Interface That Turns Outboard Gear into DAW Plug-ins

The FreqInOut FO1 is a revolutionary desktop audio interface that lets you integrate analog outboard gear—like compressors, EQs, and pedals—into your DAW as plug-ins. By handling routing, latency, and synchronization in hardware, it brings analog tone into your digital workflow without the hassle, creating a seamless hybrid audio experience.

Key Features

• 4 line-level inputs and outputs: Balanced ¼″ TRS jacks (+4 dBu / -10 dBV compatible)
• USB-C connectivity: Transforms your outboard gear into virtual plug-ins via VST/AU/AAX
• Built-in hardware matrix: Instantly reroute effects chains and analog processing without latency
• Hardware Mix (parallel processing): Blend dry and processed signals directly in the plugin
• Mid-Side mode: Easily encode and decode stereo signals within the analog domain
• ESS 32-bit A/D & D/A converters: Up to 192 kHz sample rate for pristine audio quality
• Expandable I/O: Add up to two units for 8 total inputs and outputs
• Creative routing UI: Scan a QR code from your hardware layout to generate custom plugin skins

Customer Benefits

FreqInOut FO1 eliminates the headaches of analog-digital audio integration—no more patch cables, sync drift, or complicated routing. It lets producers and engineers focus on tone and performance by turning real hardware into DAW-native plug-ins quickly, with full recall and no added latency.

Quick Specs

• Audio I/O: 4 × ¼″ balanced inputs; 4 × ¼″ balanced outputs
• Converters: 32-bit ESS A/D (116 dB DR) and D/A (120 dB DR); up to 192 kHz
• Routing: Analog matrix, Hardware Mix, Mid-Side mode
• Connectivity: USB-C (powered); optional 12 V DC adapter
• Expansion: Up to 2 units for 8 × 8 I/O
• Form factor: Compact desktop; 220 × 105 × 43 mm; ~0.81 kg

What’s in the Box

• Freqport FreqInOut FO1 interface
• USB-C cable
• 12 V DC power adapter
• User manual

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for mixing engineers, producers, and hybrid studios who want to integrate analog gear into DAWs effortlessly. Ideal for running hardware compressors, EQs, synths, or pedals as plugins—without latency or complex setup.

Compatibility

Works on macOS and Windows via USB-C using VST3, AU, or AAX formats. Supports major DAWs and allows seamless analog routing directly inside plugin chains—fully compatible with existing audio interfaces.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• True analog-to-plugin workflow with minimal setup
• Expandable I/O and powerful routing options (Mix, M/S, Matrix)
• High-resolution converters ensure transparent audio quality

⚠️ Cons:

• Requires proprietary plugin for integration
• USB-bus power may be limiting; dedicated adapter recommended

Freqport FreqInOut FO1 brings analog character into your DAW as effortlessly as a plug-in—simplifying setup, accelerating creativity, and giving you total control over hybrid workflows.