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New pocket-sized mics and mobile interface provide crystal clear audio for recording video, live-streaming and more.

Calling all content creators!  We have great news for you.  IK Multimedia is proud to announce the next generation of iRig products.  Introducing the iRig Mic Cast 2, iRig Mic Cast HD, iRig Mic Video, and iRig Stream.

These mobile-friendly devices are designed to be easy-to-use solutions for capturing high-quality audio wherever you go.  Broadcasters, podcasters, vloggers, musicians, travelers, social media influencers, this is for you!

Weighing in at just a few ounces, the iRig Mic Cast 2 is an affordable, ultra-compact, travel-friendly solution for crisp, clear voice recordings for YouTube videos, Instagram, live streams, and more!  It’s featherweight mic mounts securely onto an iPad or smartphone. Its innovative magnetic design lets users snap it into place on their device in seconds (even with a case). iRig Mic Cast 2 works in both portrait and landscape orientation on phones and tablets with the included breakout cable. 

iRig Mic Cast HD offers all the core features of iRig Mic Cast 2 along with enhancements for professional use.  It adds gold-sputtered capsules for superior sound, a 40 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, and 24-bit, 96 kHz converters for crystal clear audio via Lightning, Micro-USB and USB-C cables, all included.

To ensure the highest-quality recording in any situation, iRig Mic Cast HD offers adjustable sensitivity, making it even easier to use in a wide range of settings. For monitoring, iRig Mic Cast HD offers a headphone out with selectable direct or processed sound to ensure compatibility with the widest range of apps, as well as a multi-color LED for visual indication of the signal strength, eliminating worries about losing a take due to poor audio levels. 

iRig Mic Video is a shotgun-style mic, offering professional-quality audio capture and production features that are suitable for a wide array of video shoots.  iRig Mic Video includes the same convenient magnetic mount as iRig Mic Cast HD, plus a hot shoe adaptor for mounting to DSRLs. With the included Lightning, Micro-USB, USB-C and DSLR cables, users can switch between a serious studio setup and an ultra-mobile outdoor rig at a moment’s notice.

iRig Mic Video works with any app that records audio and also offers a 10 db pre-amplifier to boost the signal for use with DSLR camera audio circuits.  For a more secure grip and stable on-the-go shots, the iRig Mic Video Kit comes complete with the mic plus IK’s iKlip Grip Pro multifunction stand, that transforms from handgrip to monopod to tripod in seconds.

iRig Stream is an innovative stereo audio interface designed for musicians, podcasters and other creators looking to record or stream high-quality audio with their mobile device. Two line-level RCAs offer quick connection to mixers, keyboards and outboard gear, and the included Lightning, USB-C and USB-A cables can connect to the latest smartphones, tablets and laptops.  

A Stereo/Mono switch ensures compatibility with the widest range of apps, including mono-only apps like Instagram, and a loopback feature to let you playback music on your device at the same time you stream. 

All products are available for pre-order now from Sound And Music and will ship in early November.

Powerful kit and pattern control for Mac/PC and iOS.

We’ve heard your requests!  Our team has been working diligently to create the ultimate tool to expand upon the features of your UNO Drum and it is finally here.  Introducing the UNO Drum Editor – Instantly change any parameter on the UNO Drum, from adjusting sounds to creating patterns, for complete control of your instrument right from your computer, or iPad.  Discover a whole new world of control as you work hand in hand with your UNO Drum and its brand new Editor.

UNO Drum Editor makes it easier than ever to manage kits and patterns on UNO Drum itself. Load presets locally or from the hardware unit, edit and save on your device, or store back on UNO Drum to unplug and go.  The UNO Drum instantly responds to parameter changes in the Editor, and similarly, the Editor tracks changes made on the hardware, for a seamless workflow.

Gain quick access to all of your settings in an easy and organized package.  The Global Settings menu lets you map MIDI routings, channels, behavior and more.

Now you can also play and program UNO Drum just like a virtual instrument with total recall, working both inside of your DAW and as a standalone plug-in.  You can even use UNO DRUM as both a MIDI interface and MIDI controller!

With a whole new world of features unlocked free for all UNO Drum users, you have to check out whats in store.  Click here to download and learn more about the UNO Drum Editor.

Please make sure you’ve also updated UNO Drum’s firmware to the new version 1.0.2 as it is required to use UNO Drum Editor.

version 1.0.2

“MTM monitors provide plenty of power and deliver a very pleasing and balanced sound.”

The September issue of Recording Magazine has a two-page review featuring our iLoud MTM studio monitors.  Explaining each feature in detail, Recording Magazine covers the meaning of the term MTM (midrange-tweeter-midrange), IK’s built-in DSP technology, built-in room calibration with the ARC System, and so much more.  Here are some takes from the review below.

“Even before they were burned in, I was impressed by the enveloping character of the sound that filled the room. After the burn-in, the imaging far exceeded my expectations and the low end was full but not overbearing.”

“On rock, jazz and hip-hop, the kick drum and bass guitar consistently sounded pronounced without being too boomy or muddy.”

“The top end feels smooth and detailed without being too bright.”

The imaging is top notch for its class, and they definitely perform well above their price point.

“These are a great size for home and project studios, and a nice compliment to bigger rooms with multiple sets of monitors. MTM monitors provide plenty of power and deliver a very pleasing and balanced sound.”

iLoud MTM studio monitors will change the way you perceive your music.  Made for today’s musician, the iLoud MTM‘s are made to fit perfectly into any studio setting, from home, to project, to professional!

Register selected hardware and get AmpliTube MAX or SampleTank 4 MAX!

It’s your time to join the IK audio interface and controller family with the MAX Your I/O promotion!  Now through the end of October, register AXE I/O, iRig Stomp I/O, or iRig Pro I/O to get AmpliTube MAX or register iRig Keys I/O 25 or iRig Keys I/O 49 to get SampleTank MAX  free with qualifying hardware purchases.

Not only can you get AXE I/O, the premium audio interface with advanced guitar tone shaping, the ultimate floor tone rig iRig Stomp I/O with its foot control and audio interface capabilities, or iRig Pro I/O ultra-compact professional audio/MIDI interface for all your gear—you’ll gain access to maximum tone with over 300 pieces of gear in AmpliTube MAX!

If you’re after a total music production system in a controller, grab iRig Keys I/O 25 or iRig Keys I/O 49 and get the acclaimed “go to” workstation SampleTank 4 MAX with hundreds of gigabytes of all the sounds you’ll need for your music production needs.  The iRig Keys I/O series evolves the concept of traditional controllers with integrated 25 or 49 full sized keys together with a fully-fledged audio interface featuring 24-bit audio up to 96kHz sampling rate, balanced stereo and headphone outputs, plus a combo input jack for line, instrument or mic input (with Phantom power.)

How to qualify for the MAX Your I/O Promotion:

1. Purchase AXE I/O, iRig Stomp I/O, iRig Pro I/O, iRig Keys I/O 25 or iRig Keys I/O 49
2. Register your new music production hardware at https://www.ikmultimedia.com/registration/
3. Access your IK User Area and click on the “My Products” link.
4. Download and install your free software title.

There has never been a better time to take the leap into IK’s leading audio interfaces and controllers!  MAX Your I/O: grab AXE I/O, iRig Stomp I/O, iRig Pro I/O, iRig Keys I/O 25 or iRig Keys I/O 49 plus a free software title.  Buy now from the IK Multimedia online shop or an authorized IK dealer, before this great deal is over!

Note that qualifying product must remain registered in your IK account to retain eligibility.  No substitutions for qualifying products nor the free software titles.  Free promotional software titles cannot be sold/transferred. They reside in your account separate from the original purchase and would not be transferred if original qualifying item is sold.

“Very versatile monitors for home, project, and commercial studios.”

Sweetwater, the largest online retailer of musical instruments and pro audio equipment in the United States, recently featured iLoud MTM on their popular overview series on YouTube.  Touching on every feature from the built-in DSP-control, phase coherent sound, extended low end, built-in ARC calibration, and more, Mitch Gallagher explains why iLoud MTM is the perfect addition to every studio.  He concludes by saying they are “very versatile monitors for home, project, and commercial studios”.  Watch the full overview below.

Click here to learn more about iLoud MTM and get yours today.

Edward Bocanegra shows off finger drumming with UNO Drum

Watch as talented musician Edward Bocanegra shows off finger drumming on UNO Drum, IK’s new analog/PCM drum machine, in this new video. Edward jams along with our physically modeled bass virtual instrument MODO BASS while he makes some great beats on the fly.  Check out how responsive and playable UNO Drum’s touch-sensitive pads and dual velocity zones are, to see how you can use this on-stage to create amazing grooves.

Watch the video below:

Get your fingers ready and pick up UNO Drum so you can start making some great beats!

“I really didn’t expect it to be as feature-rich and useable as it is.”

9to5Toys got hands-on with UNO Drum to decifer if its sound is bigger than its size.  After some time, 9to5Toys concluded that UNO Drum “really goes hard if you want it to and you will get evicted from your apartment if you let it”, so we’re going to classify it as a winner!  Here are some takeaways from the review below:

“At just $249.99 shipped, UNO Drum — much like its melodic counterpart — is a great gateway drug into hardware instruments…If you’re on the fence about getting into music production or have a hard time getting inspired with an entirely laptop-based setup, this little UNO drum machine is certainly worth a closer look.”

“The sounds are actually quite nice… I personally loved the option to be able to flip back and forth between the PCM sounds and the analog engine.”

All-in-all, I am impressed with the UNO drum machine. Considering the price tag and beginner nature of the device, I really didn’t expect it to be as feature-rich and useable as it is.”

“There’s no way those completely flush buttons are going to break off in your bag or when some drunk knocks it off the DJ table.

UNO Drum is your invitation into the hardware world.  Get huge, yet portable analog sound without breaking the bank.  Learn more about UNO Drum here.

“If it’s good enough for Joe Satriani…”

MusicRadar has unveiled their round-up of the very best guitar audio interfaces – And AXE I/O tops the list at the number 1 spot!  Against several hard hitting industry contenders, MusicRadar has chosen AXE I/O as the best of the best. In particular, they were impressed by its range of tones and effects.

Here are some of the comments from their recent review:

“The secret sauce here is the Z-Tone knob, which changes the input impedance and can undertake more dramatic tonal shading.”

“Why buy AXE I/O over any other audio interface? Well, as audio interfaces go, this one has all the facilities you’d need for standard recording tasks and being able to take input from microphones, line level sources and instruments.”

Their final verdict was:

“And with phantom power for condenser mics, MIDI/expression pedal connections to control Amplitube, as well as an onboard tuner, the AXE I/O proves to be one of the best equipped audio interfaces available for guitarists. If it’s good enough for Joe Satriani…”

If that is not enough, iRig HD 2 also hits the big time in this exclusive ranking. Here some comments from their recent review:

“With 24-bit/96kHz operation, the iRig HD 2 sounds good and nothing is lost because it ports a digital version of your guitar sound to its high-tech destination.”

“A fantastic tool – with the included software, this is a brilliant entry into using your guitar with digital devices – and a no-brainer for iPhone users.”

“Simple? You bet! But with AmpliTube 4 for Mac and PC as well as AmpliTube for iOS included in the deal, you get a whole lot of interface here.”

Read the full story on MusicRadar
Learn more about AXE I/O
Learn more about iRig HD 2

Joe Satriani, Marty Friedman, and more talk about the benefits of using AXE I/O.

Since its release, AXE I/O has made its way into home studios, production rooms, travel rigs, and more all across the world!  Designed specifically with the needs of the recording guitarist in mind, AXE I/O takes what you know about a typical recording interface and challenges it to be better.  Every element of AXE I/O has been created with no-compromise quality and real-world usefulness – including both PURE and JFET input stages, a patent-pending Z-Tone™ impedance-adapting circuit, a dedicated Amp Out, and so much more.

Our IK artists have incorporated AXE I/O into their different studios, all finding a different reason to love it.  Check out what some of today’s most skilled guitarists are saying about AXE I/O, IK’s premium audio interface with advanced guitar features:

“AXE I/O ups my game in the studio. When I saw this, I thought ‘oh wow this is great. I know exactly how I’m going to use this.”
– Joe Satriani

“Between AmpliTube and the AXE I/O, I get unlimited combinations of real amp sounds; even at home. Its re-amping gone mad.”
– Marty Friedman

“The AXE I/O is the ultimate interface for guitar players… If you are a recording guitarist, you need this.”
– Gus G

“It covers every base wherever you are… in the studio or on the road”
– Mike Orlando

“I’ve just finished tracking all my guitar parts for the new Testament album and only used the Axe I/O… Don’t record your guitar without it.”

– Alex Skolnick