Compatible with the iPhone 5 and earlier iPhones / iPads / iPods - see below for full details.
iRig Mic
IK Multimedia's iRig Mic is the first serious handheld condenser microphone developed specifically for iPhone/iPad users. It a versatile recording solution for all of your and your mobile vocal and sound needs.
iRig Mic Features
- Ideal for all vocal applications from singing to speech
- Great for all types of sound recording or processing in music or any other audio application
- Quality condenser-electret unidirectional capsule
- Dual mini-jack connector allows real-time monitoring on headphones, speakers, mixers and PAs
- Rugged, durable metal housing
- Easy to set-up for any sound source
- Can be handheld or placed on a standard mic stand
- Comes with apps for singers, speakers and songwriters
- Can be used with a multitude of other apps
- Compatible with any iPhone, iPod Touch (with mic input) and iPad
Ideal for singers and vocalists
Singers and vocalists will find the iRig Mic to be their ideal companion for capturing their voice in high fidelity for real-time audio processing during live performances or recording sessions. The iRig Mic condenser-electret capsule with accurate unidirectional pattern and excellent ability to handle high audio pressure levels ensures high-quality, crisp, clean vocal reproduction - even in noisy environments - with no distortion, even with the widest range of volume dynamics.
Suitable for all types of sound recording
Musicians will love the versatility of iRig Mic for recording and accurately reproducing their acoustic instruments, amplified instruments or even their band performances and concerts. Non-musicians will have an indispensable tool for recording high quality podcasts, speeches, lessons, interviews, video soundtracks or any other source that can be recorded on the go with their mobile device.
Real time monitoring
The iRig Mic dual in/out mini-jack connector allows you to monitor your recordings in real time without disconnecting the mic from your from your iPhone/iPod or iPad. Its stereo mini-jack output can be easily connected to traditional headphones and earbuds or line input to mixers, powered speakers, amplifiers and PA systems.
Easy to set-up and operate
The three level gain switch (for low, medium and high sound pressure sources) make setting up iRig Mic a breeze, while its familiar shape allows to comfortably hold it with one hand or position it on any standard microphone stand. Its mini-jack connector and 2m/6.5 ft cable make it easy to record any sound source while keeping the iPhone or iPad at a convenient distance for app operation.
Includes apps for singers, songwriters, speakers
For singers and vocalists, the new VocaLive free app included* with iRig Mic offers for the first time a mobile suite of real-time effects dedicated to live vocal processing. Vocalists can add effects like choir harmonizer, pitch correction, vocal doubler, de-esser and more, together with advanced sing-along and recording features. The included* AmpliTube free app is the perfect companion for songwriters and features real-time guitar and bass effects, recording and mastering capabilities. The included* iRig Recorder is IK's new app for quick audio recording and processing - so easy to operate that it can be used by everybody, including non-musicians.
Can be used with a multitude of apps
iRig Mic can be used with any other app that uses the microphone input of the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad for audio input. These include a wide range of music apps for audio recording, processing, and sing-along for both professional music creation and for personal entertainment - video, multimedia and gaming apps, plus thousands more.
Compatibility
iRig Mic is compatible with iPhone 5, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPod touch (4th, 3rd and 2nd generation), iPad 3rd generation, iPad 2 and iPad. They all require iOS 3.1.3 or later.
iRig Mic does not support 1st generation iPod touch models, due to their lack of a mic input.