For mobile, on-the-go audio and video creation, XLR mics present a series of challenges. Many require phantom power, and at best, using them also means dragging along a laptop and boxy audio interface to get the mic preamps along with phantom power. The new iRig Pre 2 from IK Multimedia is a pocket-sized mic preamp that lets users easily use their XLR microphones and get professional sound with mobile devices or DSLR cameras.
Whether it's recording a podcast or a new album, shooting an interview or an action sequence, iRig Pre 2 is the easiest way to connect any type of XLR microphone to an iOS or Android device. For recording with an iPhone, users need to have Apple's Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter (TRRS), which was included in all iPhones, from iPhone 7 until iPhone 11. For recent premium Android smartphones that also ditched the jack and that are able to support audio apps, there's also USB-Micro or USB-C to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter (TRRS). And the new, auto-switching circuitry lets iRig Pre 2 instantly adapt to work with the input on most digital cameras too.
To provide true +48V phantom power for condenser microphones, iRig Pre 2 uses two AA batteries, which provide for around 7 hours of continuous use (many other mobile mic preamps only offer 32V, degrading the mic's performance). To use a favorite dynamic or ribbon mic, turning off the phantom power the iRig Pre 2 does its job for up to 20 hours. And a time-saving 3.5mm (1/8") headphone output now offers direct monitoring, allowing users to listen back and ensure the signal is optimal before they start recording or streaming.
While IK Multimedia still offers the iRig Pre HD, allowing digital recordings up to 24-bit/96kHz, the iRig Pre 2 at half the price is perfect for all of today's popular live-streaming and audio/video recording apps. And for DSLRs and digital cameras, setup is fast, without users having to dive into menus or organize workarounds to monitor the sound.
Users can easily access their favorite apps while recording or performing by mounting the iRig Pre 2 to a mic stand, camera mount or other convenient stage locations using the included Velcro strip slot. For secure mic stand mounting of a connected smartphone or tablet, the iKlip series offers a choice of flexible-mounting solutions for a variety of situations.
Even users new to mobile audio and video creation can get started right away by simply downloading two free IK Multimedia apps from the App Store or Google Play: iRig Recorder FREE (the easy-to-use audio and video recording/editing app) and VocaLive FREE (the premium vocal processor for live performance and multi-track recording).
iRig Pre 2 will be arriving in March 2021 and is currently available for pre-order from the IK Multimedia online store and from IK authorized dealers worldwide for $/€49.99 (plus local tax).
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