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Brian @ IK Multimedia · Thu Jan 19, 2012 11:04 pm

Universal microphone interface for iPhone/iPod touch/iPad

Presenting iRig PRE, the ultimate solution for connecting any type of microphone - from regular stage microphones to expensive studio models - to any iPhone, iPhone touch or iPad providing access to the widest range of recording applications.

iRig PRE is the first high-quality microphone preamp designed specifically for iOS devices that allows musicians to use their favorite high-quality stage or studio mics with their iOS device. The microphone plugs directly into the standard XLR connector of iRig PRE with no need for extra cables or adapters.

iRig PRE features

• 40 cm (15.75") TRRS cable to connect to any iOS device headset jack
• XLR input connector for microphones
• Gain control
• +48 V phantom power
• Headphone output
• On/Off switch
• Power/Phantom Power provided by 9V battery
• Battery life is approximately 40 hours with dynamic microphones and 15 hours with phantom powered condenser studio microphones.

Pricing and availability

iRig PRE costs only $39.99/€29.99 (excl. tax) and will be available in early Second Quarter of 2012 from electronic and music retailers around the world.

Brian @ IK Multimedia · Thu Jan 19, 2012 11:10 pm

The studio desktop stand for iPad/iPad 2

IK is proud to introduce the newest addition to the iKlip line - iKlip Studio, the adjustable iPad desktop stand designed specifically for musicians. iKlip Studio is based on the wildly popular iKlip, universal microphone stand adapter for iPad and iPad 2.

Apps like synthesizers, beat-pads and other controllers can be played energetically on the multi-touch screen with no risk of the device moving or sliding. Its flexible orientation allows it to tilt its position from a very low-profile angle - ideal for use with apps like mixers, controllers or synthesizers - to near-vertical positioning for use as a reader for scores or tablatures or to place the iPad behind music keyboard controllers.

Features:

• Sturdy, durable, lightweight, shock-resistant thermoplastic construction holds your iPad securely without scratching or marring it
• Rubber foot-pads grip the desktop and prevent unwanted sliding
• Flexible orientation allows iKlip Studio to tilt its position from a very low-profile angle to near-vertical positioning
• The device can be quickly rotated between its horizontal and vertical position
• All controls, buttons, connectors and camera of the iOS device are accessible
• Fast installation — can be mounted in seconds
• Includes detachable iRig bracket for the AmpliTube range of apps or any other guitar effects app
• Designed and manufactured in Italy

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Pricing and availability

iKlip Studio costs only $29.99/€24.99 (excl. tax) and will be available in the first Quarter of 2012 from electronic and music retailers around the world. Pre-orders are available from the IK Multimedia online store and other selected resellers.

polaris20 · Post by **polaris20** » Thu Jan 19, 2012 11:37 pm

As usual, I would totally have bought the Pre if it went through the dock connector. You guys make cool software, it's a shame whoever made the decision to continually go the headphone jack route had authority. All of your stuff would be positively killer if it were through the 40-pin.

Brian @ IK Multimedia · Thu Jan 19, 2012 11:55 pm

polaris, by using the 4-pole analog in, the iRig PRE can be used for many devices, including Android phones, so when you buy it you aren't just buying an iOS product, you're buying a quality microphone preamp that can be used as the front end for a variety of electronic devices.

kurrykid · Post by **kurrykid** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 4:00 am

Nice...I was really hoping for a desktop version of the iKlip for the iPhone. Plugging the iRig into the iPhone makes it difficult because the weight of the guitar cord makes it want to drag off the desk.

Maybe someday!

Thanks.

Sascha Franck · Post by **Sascha Franck** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 8:16 am

Brian @ IK Multimedia wrote:polaris, by using the 4-pole analog in, the iRig PRE can be used for many devices, including Android phones, so when you buy it you aren't just buying an iOS product, you're buying a quality microphone preamp that can be used as the front end for a variety of electronic devices.

Theoretically that could be true - but it's somewhat contradicted by reading "quality microphone" and "4-pole analog in". Since when does the latter offer high quality?
In addition, I'm pretty sure you can get lower latencies through the dock - at least that's what all my personal tests and reports on the net seem to reveal.

Another thing: Why don't you just combine that device with an instrument in? Even if I sometimes could indeed make use of a quick and dirty mic recording option, I really don't see me buying yet another device when one size could fit all. I'll rather wait for someone to come up with a decent all-in-one solution. A dock-based one, too.

- Sascha

J.C · Post by **J.C** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 10:21 am

Same here...

Aural Chaos · Post by **Aural Chaos** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 2:04 pm

Sascha Franck wrote:
Another thing: Why don't you just combine that device with an instrument in? Even if I sometimes could indeed make use of a quick and dirty mic recording option, I really don't see me buying yet another device when one size could fit all. I'll rather wait for someone to come up with a decent all-in-one solution. A dock-based one, too.

- Sascha

What he said...!

polaris20 · Post by **polaris20** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 2:59 pm

Sascha Franck wrote:
Brian @ IK Multimedia wrote:polaris, by using the 4-pole analog in, the iRig PRE can be used for many devices, including Android phones, so when you buy it you aren't just buying an iOS product, you're buying a quality microphone preamp that can be used as the front end for a variety of electronic devices.
Theoretically that could be true - but it's somewhat contradicted by reading "quality microphone" and "4-pole analog in". Since when does the latter offer high quality?
In addition, I'm pretty sure you can get lower latencies through the dock - at least that's what all my personal tests and reports on the net seem to reveal.

Another thing: Why don't you just combine that device with an instrument in? Even if I sometimes could indeed make use of a quick and dirty mic recording option, I really don't see me buying yet another device when one size could fit all. I'll rather wait for someone to come up with a decent all-in-one solution. A dock-based one, too.

- Sascha

I actually agree with Sascha. I guess it's a fine reason that IK wants to offer these devices for brands other than Apple, but A. the sound quality greatly suffers, B. no other device (sadly) has good audio application support yet, and C. IK doesn't develop apps for any other platform, so what's the point?

Additionally, IK was okay with developing the iRig MIDI for the dock connector (not that they had much choice), so it's silly to ignore it for everything else.

IK probably doesn't like seeing criticisms of their stuff, but hey, they're constructive criticisms, and they've chosen to use a public board to spam their wares, so.......

Dogboy73 · Post by **Dogboy73** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 3:23 pm

polaris20 wrote:As usual, I would totally have bought the Pre if it went through the dock connector.

I'm still waiting for the ultimate iOS I/O audio device. I can't believe companies like IK keep bringing out all these different little devices that just do one thing!! So I've got my IK MIDI hanging out of one side of the iPad, the other iThing hanging out the other!! Christ! Why doesn't someone make a box with MIDI I/O, Audio I/O, and whatever other connections are relevant, attach to a lead with a dock connector at the end of it & BINGO! You've got your ultimate iOS studio interface. Alesis came closest with the IO Dock. But do we really need a dock?! I don't really see why the iPad itself has to slot into something! Just give us a flippin box like any other computer audio/MIDI interface!

Peter - IK Multimedia · Fri Jan 20, 2012 3:46 pm

I hear you guys, and really do appreciate the feedback and ideas. This is definitely a fast-moving market and the tools we are releasing can be brought to you more quickly. That's not the whole idea, of course, and we do have the iRig MIDI so there's hope for 30-pin in the future. We'll have to keep you posted on things like that, and I hope I can even keep my finger on the pulse of what's going on day to day with this market to be honest. It is really competitive and really agile and we're still keeping up best we can.

Anyway, your input is indeed helpful in all of the above and appreciated.

There are some videos done from NAMM on iRig PRE and iKlip Studio now, too:

Aural Chaos · Post by **Aural Chaos** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:21 pm

Check out the new Tascam iU2!
XLR,line,instrument inputs,MIDI I/O,spdif out, and....

Connects thought the dock.

polaris20 · Post by **polaris20** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:44 pm

Aural Chaos wrote:Check out the new Tascam iU2!
XLR,line,instrument inputs,MIDI I/O,spdif out, and....

Connects thought the dock.

Ding! Sold! Thanks Tascam. Someone's listening to their customers.

ObiWonder · Post by **ObiWonder** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 5:53 pm

kurrykid wrote:Nice...I was really hoping for a desktop version of the iKlip for the iPhone. Plugging the iRig into the iPhone makes it difficult because the weight of the guitar cord makes it want to drag off the desk.

Maybe someday!

Thanks.

iRig MIC Cast comes with its own midi version of iKlip Studio as seen here in this YouTube video:

kurrykid · Post by **kurrykid** » Fri Jan 20, 2012 6:35 pm

Are you planning to sell the stand (iKlip Studio for iPhone) separately?

Thanks.

NAMM News: iRig™ PRE & iKlip™ Studio Announced!