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IK MultimediaiRig Pre 2 Mic Pre for iOS Devices

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The Korena take

iRig Pre 2 is a portable mic preamp for connecting a condenser microphone or line-level source to an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. It combines a balanced XLR input, switchable 48V phantom power, and up to 55 dB of adjustable gain. The dedicated monitoring output lets you listen with zero latency while recording, with its own volume control. At 5.7 ounces, it is positioned for recording away from a fixed setup.

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Strong match

Who this is for

  • Mobile recording with a condenser microphone connected to an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
  • Tracking while monitoring the captured signal in real time through headphones.
  • Adding adjustable gain when recording quiet sources or matching different input levels.

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

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Detail 01

Switchable 48V phantom power

It can supply phantom power for condenser microphones.

Detail 02

Up to 55 dB adjustable gain

Gain can be raised for quiet sources or reduced for louder input levels.

Detail 03

Monitoring output with volume control

You can listen during recording with zero latency.

Detail 04

Over 100 dB signal-to-noise ratio

The preamp is described as delivering transparent, accurate sound with very low background noise.

Detail 05

5.7 ounces

Its low weight supports portable recording use.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01It is designed for use with an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
  2. 02Use the phantom-power switch when recording with a condenser microphone.
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Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Can I use a condenser microphone with iRig Pre 2?

Yes. It has a balanced XLR input and switchable 48V phantom power for condenser microphones.

02How much gain is available?

Up to 55 dB of adjustable gain is available.

03Can I monitor without latency while recording?

Yes. Its dedicated monitoring output provides zero-latency monitoring and has a volume control.

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