Creative Live! Audio A3 USB Audio Interface
70SB189000000 | CreativeThis product has been discontinued
Features
Live! Audio A3
USB Audio Interface with High-Resolution Recording and Playback
Unleash your creative potential with the all-new Creative Live! Audio A3 USB audio interface.
Engineered to deliver exceptional audio at 24-bit / 96 kHz and unparalleled versatility, the Creative Live! Audio A3 is your gateway to professional-grade audio recording, playback, and mixing, all in the comfort of your own creative space.
- Combo Jacks
- 4 Channel Audio Mixer
- XLR
- Balanced Outputs
Performance

High-Res Playback And Recording
Experience your audio like never before with the Creative Live! Audio A3's impressive capability for playback and recording at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz sampling rate. Immerse yourself in the nuances of your sound with stunning clarity and fidelity that captures every detail of your music, podcasts, voiceovers, and more.
Enjoy Seamless Audio Mixing
Say goodbye to the hassle of caller input disruptions during remote interviews and podcast recordings. The 3.5mm Mobile Audio I/O Jack allows you to seamlessly mix-minus audio to your phone, ensuring crystal-clear communication without distractions.
Connectivity
- For Streamers
- For Musicians
- For Podcasters

Dual ¼” Headphone Jacks
Each jack features individual headphone volume knobs for 2 listeners, granting you full control over your monitoring levels.

Balanced and Unbalanced Main Stereo Outputs
Balanced stereo outputs that eliminate electromagnetic interference and noise commonly found in single-ended, unbalanced output thus providing higher quality audio output.

Versatile Dual Combo Jack
The dual combo jack comes equipped with a built-in mic preamp and a Hi-Z switch, offering compatibility with microphones, line-level devices, and instruments.

Modern USB-C Connectivity
Experience uninterrupted audio streaming and recording sessions with a reversible, universal USB-C connection.

Controls
1. Total Control at Your Fingertips
Improve your audio streaming/recording experience with individual output volume controls, input volume control, and indicators.
2. Zero Latency Direct Monitor
Monitor your sound in real-time, delivering instantaneous feedback without missing a beat.
3. Effortless Recording and Streaming
Capture the richness of your sound with the built-in 48V phantom power for XLR microphones without external power adapter.
4. Mute Control
Conveniently mute input or temporarily stop mic or instrument input from being captured as you speak.

In the Box
Specifications
| Model Number | 70SB189000000 |
| USB Interface | USB-C for power and data |
| Input | 2 x XLR/ 1/4” Combo (Mic/Line/ Instrument) 1 x TRRS 3.5 mm (1/8”) Mobile stereo I/O |
| Output | 2 x 1/4” Headphone out 1 x 1/4” Balanced/Unbalanced Stereo Out |
| Supported Recording and Playback Resolution | Playback - 16 / 24-bit, 44.1 kHz, 48.0 kHz, 96.0 kHz Recording - 24-bit, 44.1 kHz, 48.0 kHz, 96.0 kHz *Playback and recording must be set at the same sampling rate |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 45,000 Hz |
| Microphone Gain | Up to 50 dB |
| Dynamic Range | > 90 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.05% |
| Dimensions (L x D x H) | 187.7 x 109.2 x 52.7 mm / 7.38 x 4.30 x 2.07 inches |
| Weight | 890 g (31.4 oz) |
| System Requirements | Windows Intel® i3 or AMD® Ryzen equivalent processor Intel, AMD, or 100% compatible motherboard Microsoft® Windows 11 / 10, 32 / 64-bit ver 1903 or higher 4 GB RAM > 4 GB of free hard disk space Available USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port Mac Mac running macOS 10.15 or later 4 GB RAM > 4 GB of free hard disk space Available USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port |
| Package Contents | Creative Live! Audio A3 USB-C to USB-A Cable for power and data Quick Start Leaflet Warranty Card |
| Warranty | 1-year Limited Hardware Warranty |