

MIDI I/O: 1 x 2.5mm In/Out (includes 2.5mm breakout cables).Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4″ combo (mic / line / Hi-Z).Plus, it comes with a suite of IK software, including AmpliTube, SampleTank and T-RackS. It can be powered via USB or a pair of AA batteries and includes Lightning, USB-A and USB-C cables so you can get straight to work, no matter your recording device. The iRig Pro Duo I/O also doubles as a MIDI interface with two in or out jacks for 2.5mm breakout cables. With two combo XLR-¼-inch inputs and 48V phantom power, it can handle condenser mics, plus direct guitar and line-level sources such as synths. This portable little gizmo is one of the most popular options out there today for adding high-quality recording to iPhone, iPad and Android devices, plus it’s also compatible with Mac and Windows. The best mobile interfaces to buy at a glance: There’s a bit of a tradeoff with the latter while you may typically get better preamps, their power draw can make them less flexible for portable rigs. Some were originally designed for computers and later updated to run with mobile. Many of these interfaces are designed to work with mobile devices foremost and are small and powered by USB or disposable batteries. Maybe you plan on recording guitar and vocals at the same time then you’ll need enough inputs that also allow simultaneous recording. I have picked up a bit of info from homerecording.For example, if you want to keep your rig portable and use condenser microphones, you’ll need an interface that supplies phantom power. I will want to record Dance/Electronic/techno through the keyboard and have jam sessions with the guitars.! All at the same time? maybe. Importantly I want to hook up and record multiple instruments! I will be investing in a midi keyboard and already own a number of electric guitars. Which are audibly better? MIDI/usb/Firewire? Line 6 Pod Studio UX2 USB Audio Interface (especially like the model design of this)Īll these are advertised as usb. Thirdly I've been looking at 'Line 6' products: I think I would prefer the up-down faders for volume control. Mackie Pro FX8 Mixer Live USB Mixer (profx8)

Alesis MultiMix 8 USB 2.0 Mixer Audio Interface Behringer XENYX 1204USB 12-Channel Mixer Second I am looking at the bigger Mixers: I see alot of their products about but have heard bad things in the past! what's the overall opinion about their products? Ive been looking first at the smaller usb audio interfaces. I guess I am stuck for choices, like 'USB or/and Firewire' setup. I am looking to purchase my first audio interface for recording and was hoping to pass by you guys' whats hot and whats not' on the market!
