IK Multimedia iRig USB with FREE! Software & Recording Method Guide

iRig USB gives guitar and bass players an affordable and easy way to practice, play and record at home or on the go. This digital version of IK's widely popular iRig 2 features a sleek new enclosure with USB-C connectivity and comes bundled with IK's latest amp and effects modeling technology.

Easily record ideas or jam along to your favorite backing tracks with killer tones and without the need of any other gear. When it's time to play out loud, iRig USB offers a dedicated Amp Out so you can use your device tones with a real rig for playing and performing.

Whether it's through headphones or loudspeakers, iRig USB makes playing fun again and inspiring wherever you go.

Features include:

Ultra-Compact with Big Sound

iRig USB is small enough to fit in your pocket, yet features a wide frequency response and dynamic range on the instrument input to work with any guitar or bass, active or passive. Setting your level is quick and easy using the large gain control knob with clipping indicator. And for listening back, both the Headphone Out and Amp Out offer exceptional sound quality for a device this size.

Play More, Learn Faster

Practicing should be fun and inspiring. Use iRig USB anywhere and connect to the most popular learning apps while playing through the best amp models. Use the included TONEX and AmpliTube apps to load one of your go-to tones then launch your preferred app to study music, tabs or the original song. It's never been easier to make progress on your guitar journey.

Recording Ideas

Next time inspiration hits, launch your favorite app and start recording in seconds. iRig USB is recognized by all desktop and iOS** recording apps. TONEX and AmpliTube for Mac/PC both work standalone or as plug-ins inside your favorite DAW so it's easy to record a DI or a processed guitar part. On mobile devices, you can use iRig USB to record a DI or record a processed guitar part with the included TONEX or AmpliTube CS for iPhone and iPad.
**with iOS lightning device, the iRig USB will require a CCK connector/adapter.

Exclusive Software Included!
iRig USB is ideal for exploring new sounds for guitar and bass. With Mac/PC and iOS versions of both TONEX and AmpliTube included, you'll always have your dream rig with you for practicing and recording.

TONEX SE gives you the power of AI Machine Modeling and comes loaded with 200 Premium Tone Models, which are captures of real amps and pedals, plus you can browse, demo and download unlimited Tone Models from ToneNET. You can even use TONEX software for capturing your own amp and pedals to use at home, on the go and inside AmpliTube 5.

AmpliTube 5 SE for Mac/PC plus AmpliTube for iOS offer the ultimate tone processing and recording studio. Both versions give you essential amps, effects and speaker cabs to create amazing guitar and bass tones. Play, practice and record on your desktop or mobile device with the most authentic and hyper-realistic gear models ever made.

BONUS! Includes a FREE! Copy of the Hal Leonard Recording Method For Bands, Singer-Songwriters & More

The Hal Leonard Recording Method is the perfect introduction for anyone interested in learning the basics of recording audio for bands, singer/songwriters, and more. Veteran studio engineer and author Jake Johnson takes you through the fundamentals of audio recording, from gear and set-up through mixing and mastering, sharing invaluable tips and guideposts along the way. Also features valuable audio demonstration tracks and video tutorials!

Topics covered include:

• Digital Audio Basics
• Basic Gear and Setup
• Inputs and Outputs (I/O)
• Audio Sources & Microphones
• Capturing & Editing Audio
• Plug-Ins, Effects & Signal Processing
• Mixing
• Mastering
• And more!

Audio and video files are accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.

Specifications:

General

• AD and DA resolution: 24-bit
• Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz
• Host connection: USB Type-C socket
• Size: 99 mm/3.9" x 42 mm/1.65" x 25 mm/0.98"
• Weight: 54 g/1.9 oz.

Instrument Input

• Input impedance: 500 kOhms
• Maximum input level: +13.5 dBu
• Frequency response: From 20 Hz to 20 kHz within 0.5 dB (48 kHz sample rate)
• Dynamic range: 90 dB(A)

Amp Output

• Configuration: Unbalanced
• Output impedance: 3.3 kOhms
• Frequency response: From 10 Hz to 20 kHz within 1 dB (48 kHz sample rate)
• Dynamic range: 97 dB(A)

Headphone Output

• Output impedance: 22 Ohms
• Maximum output level: approx 6mW into 50 Ohms load
• Frequency response: From 10 Hz to 20kHz within 1 dB (48 kHz sample rate)
• Dynamic range: 94 dB(A)

What's in the Box

• iRig USB interface
• USB-C to USB-C cable (60 cm/23.62")

Compatibility

• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later. One free USB port.
• Windows: Windows 10 or later. One free USB port. For low latency, the IK Multimedia's iRig audio driver must be installed.
• iOS Devices:Compatible with iPhone and iPad devices with USB-C connector -- Also compatible with iPhone and iPad devices with Lightning connector using Apple's Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter.