iRig Pre - Hi-Fi System IK Multimedia - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Mobile microphone preamp for iOS and Android devices
Brand	IK Multimedia
Model	iRig Pre
Power	9V battery (included, alkaline type recommended)
Battery Life	Approx. 30h without phantom power, 10h with
Microphone Input	Female XLR (balanced)
Headphone Output	3.5mm jack (duplicates device output)
Phantom Power	+48V switchable, max 6mA
Gain Adjustment	Continuous potentiometer
Frequency Response	20 Hz – 20 kHz ±1.5 dB
Noise Floor	-98 dB (full band, phantom power active)
Maximum Output Level	2 Vrms
Harmonic Distortion	0.025% THD
Compatible Apps	iRig Recorder, VocaLive (iOS and Android)
Included Accessories	9V battery, Velcro strap, quick start guide
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean with a dry, soft cloth
Safety Instructions	Do not use phantom power with ribbon microphones; moderate headphone volume
Warranty	See www.ikmultimedia.com/warranty
Repairability	Spare parts not specified; contact support

Frequently Asked Questions - iRig Pre IK Multimedia

How to connect the iRig Pre?

Connect your microphone to the XLR input, then connect the iRig Pre to the headphone jack of your mobile device. Insert the 9V battery and turn on the device.

How to activate +48V phantom power?

Slide the power switch to the position marked +48V. The red LED lights up to indicate that phantom power is active.

What types of microphones can I use?

The iRig Pre accepts any professional microphone: dynamic, condenser (requires phantom power), and ribbon (without phantom power unless specified otherwise).

What is the battery life?

With a 9V alkaline battery, battery life is approximately 30 hours without phantom power and 10 hours with phantom power activated.

Which apps are recommended?

Download iRig Recorder for recording or VocaLive for live vocal effects, available on the App Store and Google Play.

How to adjust the gain for a good recording level?

Turn the gain potentiometer. Adjust it so that the level in the app is as high as possible without clipping (indicator below red).

What to do if I hear background noise?

Check that the gain is neither too low nor too high. Too low gain increases noise when raising volume; too high gain clips the signal. Adjust it correctly.

How to avoid feedback?

Lower the volume of your mobile device using the physical buttons. Feedback often occurs during gain adjustment if the device volume is too high.

Can I use a ribbon microphone with the iRig Pre?

Yes, but do not activate phantom power as the electrical current would damage the microphone. Only use it if the microphone specifications allow it.

How to register the product?

Register your iRig Pre at www.ikmultimedia.com/registration to activate the warranty and earn JamPoints™ for discounts.

USER MANUAL iRig Pre IK Multimedia

Universal microphone interface for smartphone and tablets

USER MANUAL

Table of Contents

Contents 2

English 4

iRig PRE 4

Register your iRig PRE 4

Installation and setup 5

Usage tips 9

Speci cations 10

Warranty 10

Support and more info 10

Français

iRig PRE 11

CAUTION: RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION: iRig PRO can ONLY be used with:

• Consumer grade, non-rechargeable CARBON-ZINC or ALKALINE batteries.
• Consumer grade, Ni-MH rechargeable batteries up to a maximum capacity of 300mAh.

This CAUTION cancels and supersedes all other indications on compatible battery types that may appear in the quick-start guide or elsewhere

iRig PRE

Thank you for purchasing iRig PRE.

Your package contains:

• iRig PRE
• 9V Battery
• Velcro strip
• Quick Start Guide
• Registration Card.

iRig PRE allows you to connect any professional microphone to your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or Android device. Thanks to the wide gain range and integrated phantom power, you can connect any type of microphone: Dynamic, Condenser or Ribbon

Register your iRig PRE

By registering, you can access technical support, activate your warranty and receive free JamPoints™ which will be added to your account. JamPoints™ allow you to obtain discounts on future IK purchases! Registering also keeps you informed of all the latest software updates and IK products.

Register at: www.ikmultimedia.com/registration

Installation and setup

iRig PRE can be used with your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or Android device.

1. Insert the 9V battery into the Battery compartment on the bottom side of iRig PRE. Gently open the battery cover by sliding it in the direction of the arrow near the "OPEN" text. Once the compartment is open, gently push the 9V battery into place aligning + and - polarity as shown. Depending on the brand and type of battery, it may be necessary to hold it in place while sliding in the cover again.

Diagram of a battery pack connected to a terminal block with a red indicator light and arrow (no text or symbols)

1. Connect your microphone to the XLR input connector
2. Connect iRig PRE to your mobile device headphone socket.

1. Turn the iRig PRE ON by sliding the power switch to the ON position. The green LED will light.

1. If you are using a microphone that needs phantom power (like most condenser microphone), slide the power switch to the upper position (marked +48V) to turn phantom power ON. The red LED will light.

1. Download the iRig Recorder or the VocaLive apps from the App Store or from the Google Play Store, and install them on your mobile device.

App Store is a service man of Apple Inc.

1. You are now able to record using your preferred microphone on your mobile device. To get optimal results, you need to properly adjust the GAIN control. Check the input level meter on the app you are using to record (like iRig Recorder). This level meter should peak as high as possible but should never reach the maximum or clipping level. To increase the iRig PRE gain, rotate the knob toward the top of the unit. To decrease the iRig PRE gain, rotate the knob toward the bottom of the unit.

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    A["Hand gesture: Phone with color-coded UI"] --> B["Hand gesture: Hand gesture"]
    B --> C{iRig}
    C -->|Yes| D["iRig1"]
    C -->|No| E{iRig2}
    D --> F["Right arrow to iRig1"]
    E --> G["Right arrow to iRig2"]
    F --> H["Right arrow to iRig3"]
    G --> I["Right arrow to iRig4"]

1. If you need to monitor what you are recording, connect your headphones to this socket. Remember that this output replicates the mobile device headphone output, so you will hear audio here only with applications that support real-time input/output pass-through like iRig Recorder.
2. If you use iRig PRE to connect a vocal microphone for vocal performance, you will need to use VocaLive app that provides high quality effects especially tailored for vocals. In this case, connect your mixer or PA system to this output socket.

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Usage tips

• To avoid having too much noise in the recordings, always set the GAIN properly. If the GAIN is too low, recordings will be too quite, and when boosted within the apps they will become too noisy. If the GAIN is too high, recordings will be distorted.
• Be CAREFUL not to turn the phantom power ON with passive ribbon microphones as the current that will flow into the ribbon element could damage it. When using ribbon mics, turn ON phantom power ONLY if the microphone specifications clearly say it's needed.
• If you hear feedback issues when using high GAIN settings, lower the mobile device volume with the device volume buttons.

WARNING: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earbuds or headphones are used at high volume. You can adapt over time to a higher volume of sound, which may sound normal but can be damaging to your hearing. Set your device volume to a safe level before that happens. If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use of earbuds or headphones with your device.

Specifications

• Frequency response: from 20 Hz to 20 KHz +/- 1.5dB
• Noise: -98dB fullband, phantom power ON
• Max output level: 2 Vrms
• Distortion: 0.025% THD
• Phantom max current: 6mA
- Battery duration (Alkaline 9V cell): approx 30 hours when phantom power is off, approx 10 hours when phantom power is on.

Warranty

Please visit:

www.ikmultimedia.com/warranty

for the complete warranty policy.

Support and more info

www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

ATTENTION: RISQUE D'EXPLOSION SI LES PILES SONT REMPLACÉES PAR D'AUTRES PILES DE TYPE INCORRECT. JETER LES PILES USAGÉES SELON LES INSTRUCTIONS.

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www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

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    A["Hand gesture: Phone with color-coded UI"] --> B["Hand gesture: Hand gesture"]
    B --> C{iRig device with color-coded UI control}
    C --> D["User interface: iPhone screen with color-coded UI icons"]
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    E --> F["User interface: iPhone screen with color-coded UI icons"]
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    G --> H["User interface: iPhone screen with color-coded UI icons"]

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www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

ATTENZIONE: RISCHIO DI ESPLOSIONE SE LA BATTERIA VIENE SOSTITUITA CON UNA DI TIPO NON CORRETTO. SMALTIRE LE BATTERIE SECONDO LE ISTRUZIONI.

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    A["Hand speaking into microphone"] --> B["Carphone with color-coded UI icons"]
    B --> C["iRig device with orange/blue square icons"]
    C --> D["Carphone with green/blue square icons"]
    D --> E["iRig device with orange/blue square icons"]
    E --> F["Carphone with red/blue square icons"]
    F --> G["iRig device with green/blue square icons"]
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    Z --> AA["Carphone with green/blue square icons"]
    AA --> AB["Carphone with red/blue square icons"]

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Consigli d'uso

www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

VORSICHT: EXPLOSIONSRISIKO WENN DIE BATTERIE DURCH EINEN FALSCHEN TYP ERSETZT WIRD. ENTSORGEN SIE AUFGEBRAUCHTE BATTERIEN ENTPRECHEND DEN BEIGELEGTEN HINWEISEN.

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graph TD
    A["Hand gesture: Phone with color-coded UI"] --> B["Hand gesture: Hand gesture"]
    B --> C{iRig device: Color-coded UI control}
    C --> D["User interface: iRig device with color-coded UI"]
    D --> E{iRig device: iRig device with color-coded UI]
    E --> F["User interface: iRig device with color-coded UI"]
    F --> G["User interface: iRig device with color-coded UI"]

Illustration of audio equipment including headphones, audio amplifiers, and speaker modules (no text or symbols)

Tipps

www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

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日本語

graph TD
    A["Hand gesture: Phone icon"] --> B["Hand gesture: Microphone"]
    B --> C{iRig device with color-coded UI control}
    C --> D["User interface: iPhone screen with color-coded UI icons"]
    D --> E{iRig device with red/green color-coded UI icons]
    E --> F["User interface: iPhone screen with green/red color-coded UI icons"]
    F --> G{iRig device with orange/blue color-coded UI icons]
    G --> H["User interface: iPhone screen with red/green color-coded UI icons"]
    H --> I["User interface: iPhone screen with green/blue color-coded UI icons"]

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使用上のヒント

www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

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中文 簡体字

graph TD
    A["Hand gesture: Phone with color-coded UI"] --> B["Hand gesture: Hand gesture"]
    B --> C{iRig_PRE}
    C -->|Yes/No| D["iRig_PRE"]
    C -->|Yes/No| E{iRig_PRE}
    D --> F["Right arrow to iRig_PRE"]
    E --> G["Right arrow to iRig_PRE"]
    F --> H["Right arrow to iRig_PRE"]
    G --> I["Right arrow to iRig_PRE"]

Illustration of audio equipment including headphones, audio amplifiers, and speaker modules (no text or symbols)

使用提示

www.ikmultimedia.com/support

www.irigpre.com

IK Multimedia

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Phone: [phone] - Fax: [phone]

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www.ikmultimedia.com/contact-us

iRig® PRE, VocaLive™ and iRig® Recorder are trademarks or registered trademarks property of IK Multimedia Srl. All other product names and images, trademarks and artists names are the property of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with IK Multimedia. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.. Android is a trademark of Google Inc.. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc.