IK Multimedia Debuts iRig HD Interface

iRigHD2013 NAMM Show: IK Multimedia has unveiled iRig HD, the next generation of its digital guitar interface adapter for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Mac.

The iRig HD is a digital guitar/bass/instrument interface that allows users to plug their guitar or bass into their iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or Mac. It can be used with the AmpliTube range of guitar amps/effects apps and software or any other real-time processing app/software. Continue reading

New iRig BlueBoard Bluetooth MIDI Controller

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IK Multimedia has introduced iRig BlueBoard ($99) – a foot pedal Bluetooth MIDI controller designed to work with AmpliTube or any other Core MIDI-compatible app.

iRig Blueboard can be used to send program, bank and other MIDI messages. Two inputs are also provided for connecting any standard expression pedal/switch.

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New iPad Piano App ‘Stands Up To The Most Powerful Virtual Instruments Available’

IK Multimedia has introduced iGrand Piano for the iPad – a new virtual piano app that they say ‘stands up to the most powerful virtual instruments available on a computer’.

Features:

  • 8 multi-velocity stereo grand and upright piano instruments (including one by registering)
  • Expandable library of 9 additional studio-grade instruments available via in-app purchase
  • Intuitive instrument edit controls including ambience, lid, brightness, release, tuning and transpose
  • Included MIDI Recorder with overdub and punch-in capability
  • Export performances via E-mail, File Sharing and Audio Copy
  • Large visual metronome with variable click volume and adjustable tempo
  • Easy-to-use instrument editor with transpose to adjust ambience, tonality and tuning
  • Virtual MIDI and MIDI Program Change support
  • Low-latency for real-time playing
  • Designed in concert with iRig KEYS portable MIDI keyboard and iRig MIDI interface
  • Free version also available

Here’s a demo of iGrand Piano in action:

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DJ Rig for iPad Now Available

IK Multimedia has released DJ Rig for iPad, a double-deck DJ mixing app for iPad. It provides instant song-playing from the device?s music library, automatic tempo sync and beat match, sample-based pads, automatic mixing and performance recording plus an vareity of DJ effects. When used with the new iRig MIX audio mixer for iOS devices, DJ Rig provides a portable setup for mobile DJs and musicians.

Features:

  • Double Deck
  • Direct access to iPod library and playlists with instant play
  • Multiple deck modes including accurate lifelike waveform display, vinyl and digital interfaces.
  • Deck controls: Volume, Pitch, 3-Band Kill EQ with band isolator and Crossfader
  • Multiple output configurations for virtually any audio setup including headphone monitoring
  • Professional pitch control section with drift meter for fine BPM adjustments
  • Live recorder lets you record full mixing gigs, export and share.
  • Supports all major digital audio formats including MP3, AAC, WAV, AIFF
  • 3 crossfader curves for customizing fades
  • Auto level detect and track level adjustment for the perfect balance between decks
  • Crossfade filter allows fading between decks with bass or high filters for smooth and perfect transitions

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iRig PRE Universal Microphone Interface For iPhone/iPod touch/iPad Now Available

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IK Multimedia is now shipping its $39.99 mic interface for iOS devices, 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 30 hours with dynamic microphones and 10 hours with phantom powered condenser studio microphones
  • Compatible with iPhone/iPod touch/iPad.