Product Detail
Are you a musician, YouTuber, or broadcaster who relies on the professional sound of XLR microphones? For mobile audio and video creation, XLR mics can be challenging. Many need phantom power and often require a laptop and a bulky audio interface. But don't worry! The iRig Pre 2 is here to solve these problems. It's a pocket-sized mic preamp that lets you use your XLR mics with your iPhone*, iPad, Android device, or DSLR camera. As the sequel to the best-selling mobile mic pre, it offers the same professional sound, plus direct monitoring and auto-switching wiring for digital cameras. Whether you're recording a podcast, an album, or shooting an interview, the iRig Pre 2 makes it easy to connect any XLR mic to your mobile device or camera. It's the smallest, most portable, and best-sounding mobile mic pre you can find. Need phantom power for your condenser mic? The 2 AA batteries in the iRig Pre 2 provide true +48V phantom power for about 8 hours of continuous use. For dynamic or ribbon mics, just turn off the phantom power and you can use it for up to 30 hours! With a 3.5mm headphone output for direct monitoring, you can ensure perfect sound before recording or streaming. It works great with popular live-streaming and video recording apps. And you can easily access your apps while using the iRig Pre 2 by mounting it on your mic stand with the included Velcro strip slot. Check out our iKlip series for secure mounting of your connected smartphone or tablet. PLU: 364845
Using the iRig Pre 2 is a breeze. First, connect your XLR microphone to the iRig Pre 2. If you're using a condenser mic that needs phantom power, make sure the 2 AA batteries are inserted. They'll give you +48V of power for around 8 hours. For dynamic or ribbon mics, turn off the phantom power and you'll get up to 30 hours of use. Then, connect the iRig Pre 2 to your iPhone*, iPad, Android device, or DSLR camera. You can use the included Velcro strip slot to mount it on your mic stand or other stage locations. Before you start recording or streaming, use the 3.5mm headphone output for direct monitoring. This way, you can listen and make sure the sound is just right. When it comes to your smartphone or tablet, you can use our iKlip series for a secure mount. As for maintenance, keep the iRig Pre 2 clean and dry. When not in use, store it in a safe place. If the batteries run out, replace them with new AA batteries. That's all there is to it! Now you're ready to create amazing audio and video content.
