xiosynth - guitar direct in capability?

[mellotron]

Looking at the specs, it says that it also functions as an audio interface. Does this mean I still need an amp to record electric guitar DI? I'm new to recording electric guitar.

 

[MichaelChartier]

It is like most interfaces you can plug in direct and there is enough line voltage from the guitar to be picked up; however, a pre amp with low watts would boost the signal to decent levels. With out a pre amp you can still record guitar tracks but the level and EQ might not be where you want them to be.