iRig Mic
Handheld condenser mic for iOS devices.
Make quality audio and vocal recordings anywhere on your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad** with the iRig Mic. It's ideal for singers or songwriters, but also great for recording speeches, podcasts, interviews, and much more.
- Ideal for all vocal applications
- Great for all sound recording and processing
- Electret-condenser design for sound quality
- Rugged, durable metal housing
- Easy to set up for recording any sound source
Features
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High-quality audio recording on the go with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch**.
iRig Mic is the first handheld, quality condenser microphone for the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad**. Now you can make professional audio and vocal recordings anywhere on your iOS device.
Superbly versatile
It's ideal for the singer, vocalist, and songwriter on the move, but also perfect for recording speeches, instruments, performances, or other sound sources in the studio, on stage, or in the field.
Easy to set up and operate
The iRig Mic features a highly unidirectional condenser-electret microphone capsule that provides quality recording in both close mic and long-distance mic conditions, and provides real-time monitoring with its dual mini-jack connector design. A three-level gain switch makes it instantly adjustable for any sound pressure condition—from soft speaking to loud playing. Its familiar form is perfect for handheld performance, plus it allows you to mount it on any mic stand leaving your device free for operating your favorite app. Its rugged metal body is road-ready for the mobile musician.
Compatible with multiple apps
iRig Mic also comes with VocaLive Free*, IK's new real time effects processor suite for the singer and vocalist, and AmpliTube Free* for guitar players and songwriters and the soon to be released iRig Recorder, an IK app for quick audio recording and processing. iRig Mic also works with a wide variety of other vocal and audio processing apps for the iOS platform.
Additional Technical specifications:
- Microphone type: Condenser electret
- Polar pattern: Unidirectional/cardioid
- Distortion: 3% THD at 120 dB, 1kHz
- Windscreen: Built in
Highlights
- Ideal for all vocal applications, from singing to speech
- Suitable for all types of sound recording and processing, not just music
- Electret-condenser design for impressive sound quality
- Rugged, durable metal housing
- Three sensitivity settings for easily recording any sound source
- Can be hand-held or placed on any standard mic stand
- Works with virtually any app that accepts audio input
Did You Notice?
Use iRig Mic with your camera and iMovie apps for a totally pro-quality movie-making rig—whether shooting at a distance or doing voice-overs.
Technical Specs
General
- Usage: Music
Driver
- Frequency Response: 100Hz-15kHz, -3dB
Dimension
- Width: 2.0 in./5.08 cm
- Weight: 1.0 lb./0.45 kg
- Length: 2.0 in./5.08 cm
- Height: 9.0 in./22.86 cm
Compatibility
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iPhone 4S
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iPhone 4
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iPhone 3GS
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iPhone 3G
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iPod touch
4th generation -
iPod touch
3rd generation -
iPod touch
2nd generation -
iPad
1st generation -
iPad 2
2nd generation
What's in the Box?
- iRIg Mic
- Carrying case
- Mic clip
- Quick start guide
Manufacturer Information
Warranty
- Note: Apple's One-Year Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Non-Apple-branded products may have the benefit of a manufacturer's warranty provided by the product manufacturer — please see your product box and literature for details. Benefits under the manufacturer's warranty are in addition to rights provided by consumer law. For details, click here.
Part Number
- UPC or EAN No.: 8025813384033
- Mfr. Part Number: IP-IRIG-MIC-APL
Manufacturer Note
- Note: *Download free from App Store in iTunes. **iOS 3.1.3 or later
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Most Interesting
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Using a 1/4 inch to 1/8 input adapter, would I be able to use a more professional microphone with Garageband on the iPad?
- Asked by Michael B from Whitestone
- 25-Feb-2012
Answer
You definitely could as many people already use iRig like this to connect an external preamp for a professional mic. IK Multimedia is coming out with a cool new iRig PRE, which allows you to connect a professional XLR microphone to y our iOS device. Its not out yet but you can already check it out on IK's website. …More
- Answered by Joel M from Taylorsville
- 27-Feb-2012
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Will it work with the new iPad 3rd gen?
- Asked by Anne W from Chapel Hill
- 23-May-2012
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Will it work with the voice memo app on the new 16gb ipod Nano? And if so how long can your recordings be?
- Asked by Mike G from Regina
- 09-May-2012
Recently Answered
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will this plug into a mac and work for garageband ???
- Asked by Andrew S from Manhattan Beach
- 30-Jul-2011
Answer
It will, so long as your Mac is of a model produced in the last few years. Older macs do not support the 'headphones + mic' type of plug used on more recent Apple gear. The best way to find out if your particular Mic will work well with this is to check if the tech specs from your model include support for 'Apple headset with remote and mic'. All current generation Macs except for the Mac Pro, do include this feature. …More
- Answered by Jenna F from Redfern
- 09-Oct-2011
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What application does this work with on an iPod Touch?
- Asked by Dawn M from Carlsbad
- 20-Jun-2011
Answer
Any application which can record from standard apple Headset with Mic, as this is effectively the same thing in a dedicated unit. Any of the recording apps on the app store will do, or you can use the Voice Memos app included preinstalled on some devices. …More
- Answered by Jenna F from Redfern
- 09-Oct-2011
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Can you use other mics with this cable and app?
- Asked by Carl V from Chicago
- 19-May-2011
