If you've done that, and there isn't something wrong with the physical USB port or cable, latency shouldn't be an issue.

And if that's not enough, there is also a dual mode switch which lets you select which type of signal you wish to send to your amplifier. Luckily IK Multimedia includes a little clip and Velcro strap which you can use to fasten it to something. Since I happened to be using a Macbook Pro, I used the USB connector cable, running from the iRig HD 2 enclosure to the Macbook’s USB port.The volume wheel controls the master volume going to your headphones after the signal has been mixed. The “Thru” setting sends your guitar’s dry, unprocessed signal directly to the out jack, allowing you to use a floor-based or rack tuner, a pedalboard or even an additional full-on stage rig. Bobby is the founder and editor of Guitar Chalk, and is responsible for developing most of its content. iRig Mic HD 2 captures all the tiniest details of the source and meets the most demanding professional needs.

It has 24-bit A/D converters and a 96kHz sample rate, and its super-transparent preamp ensures your guitar’s tone comes through with pristine clarity and no added noise or hiss. You can then use AmpliTube 4, or other DAWs like GarageBand and Audacity, to run amp models and effects or even to record and produce your own music. A bigger and better audio interface is the obvious way for me to go – I have learned a lesson of some sort with this IK Multimedia fiasco.The included, upgraded version of the free AmpliTube iOS app offers some basic amp models and cabinets, the most widely used effects stompboxes and a fairly low level of latency. Honestly, I think that’s an excellent deal 👍 I won’t burn my tube amps but this is all high quality stuff. It features superior digital audio quality with premium 24-bit A/D converters and a 96kHz sample rate — the highest in its class — for a crystal clear digital signal that’s free from noise and crosstalk. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audience is coming from.

I got a chance to unbox, test and experience some of the new improvements and features of the iRig HD 2, which built on past iRig releases. Credit is provided by a panel of lenders with whom we have a commercial relationship (so we cannot provide independent advice). Do a quick study of the guitar interfaces out there and immediately you’ll see what we mean by a “higher level”.The same is true of the 1/8" headphone jack, if you'd prefer to use a set of monitors from that output. Whether you’re a bedroom warrior or you gig, IK Multimedia gives you a lot of flexibility with the iRig HD 2. The other jack socket (with a little amp icon) has a lead which takes the signal into my guitar amplifier. mm stereo jack (one to connect Laptop with backing track to drum module, other one to connect iRig to drum module).