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IK Multimedia iRig PADS USB-MIDI Pad Controller for iOS, Android, Mac, and PC

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IK Multimedia iRig PADS USB-MIDI Pad Controller for iOS, Android, Mac, and PC
Key Features
  • 16 Velocity Sensitive Drum Pads
  • Pads Light Up in 3 Colors
  • 2 MIDI Knobs, 1 Slider
  • Pushbutton Rotary Encoder
The iRig PADS USB-MIDI Pad Controller for iOS, Android, Mac, and PC from IK Multimedia is a portable MIDI pad controller and groove production station for your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Mac, PC, or Android device. It features 16 velocity sensitive drum pads that light up in 3 different colors depending on how hard they are hit or if MIDI data is received. Additional control is provided via 2 MIDI knobs, 1 slider, and a push-button rotary encoder, all of which are user programmable.
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IK Multimedia iRig Overview

The iRig PADS USB-MIDI Pad Controller for iOS, Android, Mac, and PC from IK Multimedia is a portable MIDI pad controller and groove production station for your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Mac, PC, or Android device. It features 16 velocity sensitive drum pads that light up in 3 different colors depending on how hard they are hit or if MIDI data is received. Additional control is provided via 2 MIDI knobs, 1 slider, and a push-button rotary encoder, all of which are user programmable.

For further control, the iRig PADS has an expression/sustain pedal input for integrating an optional pedal. IK Multimedia includes a Lightning cable, a 30-pin cable, and a USB cable to provide a variety of connectivity options.

MIDI pad controller / groove-production station
Portable design
16 velocity-sensitive drum pads
Includes Lightning, 30-pin, and USB cables
Pads light up in 3 different colors corresponding to how hard they are hit or in response to incoming MIDI messages
2 programmable MIDI knobs, programmable slider, and programmable push-button rotary encoder
Expression/sustain pedal input
Bus powered and requires no batteries or AC adapter
16 user-programmable scenes available for instant recall
Sends and receives MIDI data
Includes downloads for SampleTank FREE for iOS, GrooveMaker 2 FREE for iOS and Android, and SampleTank Special Edition for Mac and PC

IK Multimedia iRig Specs

MIDI Control Surfaces
16x Pad (Velocity-Sensitive)
2x Rotary Encoder (Assignable)
1x Slider (Assignable)
1x Rotary Encoder (Assignable, Clickable)
Performance Functions
Multi-Zone Programming
Connectivity
I/O
1x 1/4" Expression Pedal/Sustain Input
Power
Power Options
USB Bus Power
Physical
Display
No
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.795 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.6 x 8.7 x 2.25"

IK Multimedia iRig Reviews

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question

Do you have 30-pin cable for using in old ios devices for this?
Asked by: Anonymous
Actually, this cable is now sold by B&H: https://<a href= http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1279608-REG/ik_multimedia_ip_cable_30pmusb_in_30_pin_to_micro_usb_cable.html target= _blank >www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1279608-REG/ik_multimedia_ip_cable_30pmusb_in_30_pin_to_micro_usb_cable.html</a>The mic itself will work just fine with older 30-pin devices using this cable.
Answered by: Ryan_IK IK Multimedia Expert
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Will this plug directly into a wireless TX like the Sennheiser 100g3?
Asked by: Mark
The IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic Stage may be connected to a Sennheiser SK100G3 transmitter. It must be done with a special instrument cable; B&H# SECI1R.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Does this device require bias voltage from the pre amp? How much?
Asked by: Mark
The IK Multimedia iRig Acoustic Stage only requires 2 AA batteries for power. It is quite probable the contact microphone included in this package require some sort of power. If so, it will draw the power from the preamp unit itself. Bias voltage ranges between 1-10v.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2018-08-27

How do i use this mic with a iPad Pro 2018 with ...

How do i use this mic with a iPad Pro 2018 with USB C port? Thanks!!!
Asked by: Geremy
The iRig Mic Studio would use the cable below to connect to USB-C devices like the iPad Pro 11" 2018 (USB-C). Any other third party OTG compatible cable with these connections should also work. https://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/?A=usb-c-microusb-cable
Answered by: IK Product Specialist
Date published: 2019-03-04

question

Can this be used in combination with earphones for phone calls?
Asked by: salvatore i.
Not to be used for phone calls. The in-line connector hosts a 1/8 TRRS and a dedicated switch that allows you to connect your headphones for monitoring your recording or a second iRig Mic Lav.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can you use this for phone calls or facetime, or does it only work with the included apps?
Asked by: Anonymous
Through my experience, I haven't been able to use it with iPhone functions. So calls or Facetime. It will work with the voice memo app and other recording apps.
Answered by: Joshua T.
Date published: 2018-08-25

question

Will this mic work with Facebook, specifically using an Iphone to do a Facebook Live?
Asked by: David C.
Yes, on iOS FaceBook Live will allow external audio devices like the iRig Mic Lav.
Answered by: Ryan_IK IK Multimedia Expert
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can this be used in combination with earphones for phone calls?
Asked by: salvatore i.
Yes. I used it with Samsung Galaxy Note 5 by attaching samsung headphone on the Mic Lav headphone jack and it works line a normal headphone with mic.
Answered by: Amin A.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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