Connect Multiple USB Devices to an iPad/iPhone using a Powered USB Hub (GarageBand iOS)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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[@chiefjudgedredd]

Links Look a bit Dodgy ?!?

[@chiefjudgedredd]

No Links Work OK and take you to the relevant AMAZON outlet for each country

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes, every link will go to the relevant Amazon store for each country.

[@GaryR55]

Thanks, Pete. I'm going to give the Atolla 4-Port Powered USB Hub a shot. Just $16.99 at Amazon

[@TheGeekChronicles]

Ended up watching like 4 of your videos just because I wanted to know something, at the end, it was really interesting! I learned about powered USB Hubs and how to use a powerful headset on my iphone, keep the great work going!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. Welcome to the community. I hope you get value from the other videos on the channel and consider subscribing if you haven’t already. 👍

[@SergioBlackDolphin]

Finally a well made video with the exact explanations that are needed to connect and use everything.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. Glad it helped. I hope you get value from the other videos on the channel and consider subscribing if you haven’t already. 👍

[@Iain0101]

There I was thinking I needed to buy a new USB keyboard controller until your video instructed me to dig out my powered USB hub! And then I learned I could hook up my USB audio interface at the same time! Now after spending less than $100 on apps and an hour of time I have a comparable recording system on my ipad to the one I had 10 years ago on a monster PC. Thank you Pete!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

That’s fantastic to hear Iain. Yes, it’s quite remarkable what you can put together in a mobile recording studio these days! The powered hub is definitely the secret sauce to getting everything connected and playing nicely. Be sure to sure some of what you create with me. I’m always really curious to hear what others are creating.

[@dc2guy2]

to think I was going to shell out $2,000 for a macbook. Now I can spend a fraction of that on an ipad and still get the job done. Thanks for the videos!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re very welcome my friend. In case you missed my recent live stream, I went through all the gear I currently use and recommend which you might find useful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6avmJaPet1jqaM

[@AlexiKaruna]

seriously... with this setup and Cubasis or even GB, can do a lot of damage :)

[@dennismichaels1205]

Thanks again for the quick response. I suppose for best results, is to record different tracks for different harmony parts. Your knowledge of GarageBand and it’s functions are truly appreciated. Will be in touch

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one. Yes, definitely let me know how you go. 👍

[@DanielFerreira-ds7lm]

I have a roland fp7 piano and have had no luck in connecting it to my Ipad Air 3rd generation. I used the lightning adapter, but it's not an original one, I also bought a midi cable to connect directly to my ipad and also no luck. I don't know if it's the cables or it's the devices which are incompatible. Your channel is incredibly helpful, by the way. I have learnt so much and have recorded two songs on the iPad, thanks to you. Hope I can connect my piano to my ipad someday

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You really need to invest in that genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter I’m afraid. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6WZi5awmbqXjJY

[@DanielFerreira-ds7lm]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks a lot for your reply and for all the incredible work you always put up here.

[@dennismichaels1205]

I really appreciate you getting back to me so quickly. It’s good to know there are people like you who stay loyal and on top of their game. Thank you again for your time and info.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

No problems at all. Thanks fro your support and thanks again for watching.

[@alexandrepiacsek6311]

Thanks for this video bro your GarageBand tutorials are the best in the web!!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks so much my friend. Appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@Deedlbug]

This was just the info I was looking for. Great video and thanks for sharing.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Always glad to hear that the content is hitting the mark. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. Thanks Björgvin was I enjoy the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@abhijitc1526]

Great video. Can you demonstrate how to edit the tracks on iPad after recording the piano to make it sound even better. That will be really helpful, Thanks.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Heaps of videos about GarageBand recording and editing here. studiolivetoday.com/garageband

[@abhijitc1526]

Oh ok, thanks for that 👍

[@coversongsonkeyboards]

Wow so much information in just few minutes this is cool!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos on the channel and consider subscribing if you haven’t already. 👍

[@ahmetyasarerten2828]

Thank you Pete! Amazing ! I wonder How can hear our voice and instruments same time?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’ll need a multi channel interface. kzbin.info/www/bejne/omTbdaRjl9OqgZo&feature=shares

[@Numerical]

Hey Pete, I was wondering, if I purchased the Lightning to USB 3 Camera Adapter, and connected the Phone charging port to my pc, would it not only charge but also connect the device and would I then be able to tether a usb personal hotspot through it? As I'm worried that even though it comes with the Phone charging port, it will only be able to charge and not be able to be recognised on my pc through the device manager.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. The Lightning port on the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter is only a power port I’m afraid.

[@Numerical]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thank you for the quick reply, thats a bummer then. Do you know of any way that what I mentioned might work with using a usb mobile hotspot through the adapter?

[@SilvesterKocherla]

Love your videos a lot Pete. They are very informative and educate me on how much more I can do with my iPhone and iPad as a musican. God Bless you, God Bless Stuido Live Today !!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thank you so much my friend. I really appreciate your kind words. 👍

[@STAYFREE707]

Pete!!! You Are The Man!!! My 2009 MacBook Pro died but I have multiple iPads one of them being a multiple gig and I've been using them to record using a GuitarPort and an iPro. Many thanks to your video! I had a rope ready to end the tragedy but thanks to you I am recording easier than ever. Brilliant mate! Do you have any tips for and external video monitor for iOS using Apple TV or something? Any help would be appreciated. I hope you read this. I know it's an older video, but I've just recently become addicted to your channel. I would also like to say that you are a very proficient, captivating and endearing musician. I love your music! Please help with the video interface since I'm likely blind and bigger monitoring would be helpful. I love you Pete so much! Bless!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Christopher. Thanks so much for the kind words my friend! So the biggest problem with displaying your iPhone or iPad externally is lag between the input and the display. I use AirPlay to send my iOS device to my TV via my Apple TV, especially when I’m mixing and want to hear the audio through my home theatre speakers, but there is a delay between the screen and the TV. There is also occasional glitches in the audio, depending on how good the WiFi signal is. The other option is to use the lightning to AV cable which allows you to output from your iOS device via HDMI, which has significantly less lag. But this cable is pretty pricey. Hope this helps and thanks again for watching. Pete.

[@thomcalhoun6949]

Hey, Pete! Amazing! Thinking back to my Tascam 4 track? I thought it was so amazing. But this? This is science fiction! Anyone with an iPhone can do this! This is what music is all about! It's so Punk rock! Thanks, for all you do, Pete! Have a wonderful holiday. Wishing you and yours the best of everything! 😊

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers Thom. Yes, it’s some voodoo witchcraft stuff for sures!! Thanks for all your support this year and hope you have w great holiday seasons also. 👍

[@chiefjudgedredd]

Excellent help, straightforward and clear support. Explaining the pitfalls clearly. Thanks.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers Joe. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment. Any questions you have after watching this or about your music creation in general?

[@raucousrowdy6540]

Good and helpful video , everything has power but how do you power the iPad itself ..from the camera adapter?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, if you have the Lightning to USB 3 adapter it has a lightning power port for your device.

[@englinesianvodcast6929]

SM57, the best microphone in the world. Nice trick, man!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

😁🙏

[@xenngonzales]

Thank you, very helpful videos for me wanting to start music production with just an ipad. Hope your channel grow much more!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re very welcome my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@himiko7765]

Do we need that audio interface to make the keyboard/microphone work?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Keyboard is separate and microphone can be used separately of it’s a USB mic. This web page and links will help you. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@dnylsun]

Excellent and very informative video. Just the info I need right now. I plan to go from iPad Pro USB-C to USB-C port on powered hub and connect a Soundcraft 12 MTK (mixer/audio interface) and two MIDI keyboards to remaining USB ports. Thank you. Subd.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Great stuff! How is your setup working out for you?

[@dnylsun]

Pete Johns it’s working really great. I did have to add an Apple Av adapter so I can charge the a iPad Pro while working.

[@depto125]

I really need to thank you for your videos Pete, months ago I was able to do my first gig just with this setup (plus a guitar) and it sounded great. Still coming back for useful info. Keep it up and cheers from Chile!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Wonderful! Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know Charly. Take care my friend.

[@Yaboroqe]

Great VID, btw your singing voice is a mix of Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel. Good day to you all.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thank you! I’ve heard similar comparison lately which I will definitely take as a compliment. I was a big Genesis fan back in the day, so happy if I can sound like Phil! If only I could play drums like him too!!

[@OnlineMD]

I have a Sabrent 4 port USB hub, which is powered. Anyhow, I plugged in my M-Audio Keystation 61 Mk3 into one of the USB ports, then a USB to lightning cable into my iPad. Well, the 2 LEDs on the keyboard lit up, meaning the device came on, but the iPad would not recognize it. So what I've done is: I just ordered a 9 Volt power supply from Amazon for it, except I MADE SURE THAT THE PLUG IS TIP/INSIDE POSITIVE, SLEEVE NEGATIVE. The one I have had is the reverse, no wonder it didn't work. When it comes, I can't wait to see if the keyboard will connect by USB-B to Lightning cable to the iPad and connect successfully to it for Garageband etc.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one. Thanks for sharing and keen to know how it goes. 👍

[@UncleHanz]

Hi Pete, next tutorial can you show how to connect irigkey 37 pro midi using irig pro duo interface. Irig key only supply a cable connection from midi to usb terminal to ipad and imac. Question is how do i connect the cable if i recorded using imac desktop?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I thought the iRig Keys had USB connections as well and could therefore just be connected via USB?

[@scottharris7222]

I am thinking that you should have connected the ipad to a powersource through the other connection in USB 3 camera connection kit. If you plug that port into the wall using the standard apple charger... your ipad will get charged as you are using it. I am doing that now as I type this. Otherwise the ipad won't charge. Note: When you first attach your camera connection kit has to do an automatic update before it allowed charging and connectivity at the same time.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers Scott. Yeah, I've since done a heap more videos about using the Lightning to USB adapter(s) with your iPhone or iPad, including with USB hubs and power connections, and showing the update process etc - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2OloKCApK-qjrc Appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment my friend.

[@Woji52]

Scott Harris Thank you for this comment. I was going mad for a bit trying to find an example of someone using a powered usb hub with a separate charger into the camera connection kit.... Thank you Scott, I hope you are well brother

[@scottharris7222]

@@Woji52 - doing fine Matt. Happy to have helped ... stay well.

[@CRASS2047]

I use the focusrite ipad dock which has instrument jacks, mic/xlr jack, phantom power, and zero latency monitoring jack. I absolutely love the thing!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I’ve not used one personally but have heard good things about these from a lot of different folks.

[@CRASS2047]

It’s actually called the Focusrite itrack dock. I got it in 2014 and still works great. I’ve used my Kaossilator and other drum machines with it as well as my midi keyboard. The dock has a usb port and powered monitor jacks too. You can’t beat it for the price!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice! I’m collating an iOS compatible interface guide and list at the moment so I’ll definitely make sure this one is included. 👍

[@iddeegee]

yep, I had to mod so that it can be used with the 12.9" ipad pro, but still is in my current setup. Although it's pity I does not support all midi devices which work fine using a usb-lighting adapter. For example. Novation Control XL or some 25 keys midi keyboard do work with it but Arturia Beatstep (not pro) does not, it powers it up but no midi commands are coming thru. Although the pads work fine via lighting adapter.

[@wagohowardmusic]

Can you also put speaker into USB port for audio playback?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Good question? If it is a class compliant audio device then it should work. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWqYc2VjgMuAl80

[@rafaeljr.navera2788]

Wow! Thanks for this Video Pete! This is what i am looking for i just need an audio interface and a powered usb for me to be able to record on multi-track at the sme time. Continue to inspire us by your works. Cheers!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re welcome my friend. Glad it helped. Here’s the powered hub I’m using and really liking right now - kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4atcol9fb2hg9U And if you’re looking for audio interface recommendations, check out my gear guide at studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@zaiten2012]

mindblowing, so it's technically possible to use a multitrack interface to record 8 separate channels on an ipad or iphone? you sir just earned a new follower.

[@englinesianvodcast6929]

Very nice trick. Why don’t you insert the result of your recording on the video? But I guess that sounds great.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers. I have other videos where I have created entire songs and shared the result but this one was more just an instructional video. Check out this series if you want to see more - kzbin.info/aero/PLc8Xg_23Wa55JWA4w3HJRwkH0mPhXRzSd

[@anrianka]

hello uncle, thankyou for this video! how many tracks we can create with another DAW? (like cubasis le) thankyou

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Not sure about Cubasis. Most let you create 32 track at least though many (like Reaper) are actually unlimited.

[@tokesnationpropagandaminis1665]

Your videos are outstanding Pete. You make quite complex things very easy to understand and that gives me confidence to go ahead and try them myself. Thank you very much for uploading such quality instructional Vids.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thank you my friend. I really appreciate your support and kind worlds. If there is anything I haven’t covered that you would like to hear about, please let me know.

[@nataliemeenakshithegreat7780]

I got a iPad Air last generation dear I got the usb to usb c okay to connect my korg ek50 but only the piano on garage band is playing not my strings from my korg why dear

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Make sure you are playing notes in the range of the strings. studiolivetoday.com/garageband

[@xHaYziNx]

Can you hook up usb speakers so you can hear your beats while you play?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You can. They will become the audio output and sometimes the input. More info about USB devices and iOS is here - studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@JoshiiWah]

This is just the video I was looking for. Answered all of my questions!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! That’s great to hear. Happy USB device connecting. 😀

[@andygriswold9826]

Is there a way to do this AND connect a monitor? I have an iPad 8th gen and I got the HDMI hub and an adapter for USB C, didn't work. Swapping for a lightning VGA hub, then attempting to use the USB/lightning hub to that, and seeing if it bypasses. Waiting for that to be delivered.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Unfortunately not. You can only do this with a USB-C iPad. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYHZpHh_is6an80

[@dayhtoo1996]

Hi Pete , just wondering if this method works with Facebook or instagram live on iPhone? Please answer 🙏🏼

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Facebook seems to not like USB audio devices and reverts back to the built in mic when I have tested it. KZbin streaming works fine so it is possible - just something Facebook has built in to their app for some reason.

[@IonutMangu]

Pete Johns not true. I used this setings last friday. Only the USB audio device (focusrite 2i2), a powered USB hub and that adaptor. The problem with fb live is that YOU get separated signals from your audio device. In fact if YOU are a guitar Singer YOU will get the mic in left and guitar in right or viceversa depending in wich channel you connect them. I solved this using my tc helicon voicelive 3 and setup my xlr output to mono and connect with my scarlett 2i2 using 2 xlr cables for both channels.

[@Inngrown]

Just what I was looking for, how to use audio interface with midi keyboard that requires power. Thanks! Also can I use a daw besides garage band that’s compatible with pc so I can use the recordings from iPad with a better daw on my pc?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Glad his was helpful for you. You can use your iPad recordings with a DAW on PC, but there’s no DAW that will support the GarageBand project file. What you would need to do is export the files as audio WAV files and import them in to your PC. I use the Reaper DAW to so this with my final mixes for mastering sometimes.

[@geoffleach5390]

The Focusrite solo is one Chanel device through this method is it likely to be that with other daw software. Don’t understand if it has 2 Imputs why you can only record one at a time.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Really? That is strange. The Steinberg UR12 has the exact same input setup as the solo but presents as two channels. Though it does just use the stereo left/right when connected to other apps, meaning if I record using the camera app woh the mic it puts it all on the left.

[@alexj3007]

I have a question, so I have my iPhone 11 Pro Max. And I just got an Arturia MiniLab mk2. I want to hook that up to my phone, but also want to use my headphones. In theory, if I got the camera adapter, could I just plug the usb into the camera adapter into phone, and then plug my headphones into the dongle and then into the lightning port on the camera adapter?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Unfortunately not as the additional Lightning port on the adapter is for power only. Check out this video for an option that will work for you - kzbin.info/www/bejne/raHYaniFid6oqJY

[@alexj3007]

Thank you so much!

[@NygilAshraf]

Thank you for doing the video...I have one doubt..Can I connect a mouse to the usb hub...Does mouse support with ipad ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Unfortunately there is no support for a mouse in iOS at the moment, however there is mouse support in the new iPadOS, but only as an accessibility feature, meaning you won't get a full "mouse" experience. Take a look at this video for more information.

[@NygilAshraf]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Very welcome. 👍

[@ghosttjr2]

What is the best powered hub in your opinion, since you use allot of different ones, thanks for uploading this!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. The one I've been using recently and currently recommend is the Tendak powered hub. Affordable but seems high quality and reliable. Here's a video where I take a look at it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4atcol9fb2hg9U. And here's where you can pick one up - amzn.to/2NbxSIP

[@airee9459]

So could I connect an irig hd2 (for recording guitar) and a usb condenser mic (for recording vocals) into the usb hub and use it to record vocals and guitar at the same time?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Unfortunately not. You can only have one input and one output audio device in iOS. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hau7Z52YidJjfsU

[@AlexiKaruna]

Damn... thanks! Exactly what I needed and so much simpler than what I tried to get my Focusrite and Yamaha PSR to connect at same time (which failed miserably). Buying powered hub right now :) Has been kind of flow kill to have to switch cables when I want to go from keys/midi to guitars/vocals. Keep up the good work, this is a great channel!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. Yes, once you go powered hub you will never go back! So convenient!! 🙏

[@AlexiKaruna]

@@PeteJohnsMusic you rock... my powered usb arrived and as advertised, with no fuss I now have midi keyboard and voice/guitar focusrite audio all working together!

[@johnhuron5989]

Very nice hardware explanation. A demo of actually transferring files from an iPad app, like Photos, to the hard drive, maybe using split screen, would’ve been nice.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. Check out this video for a demo of the new USB file support in iOS 13 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJTaeqltr79qgJo

[@dennismichaels1205]

Hello again, My question to you is in regards to the GarageBand sampler. Is it possible to record lyrics vocally into the sampler, and play that sample in multiple parts on the keyboard controller, thus creating harmony parts as leads or background vocals? Thanks again

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Dennis. Yes, this is technically possible with shorter samples, but the problem with lyrics is that when you change the pitch of a sample, it doesn’t time stretch, so will play faster for higher pitches and lower for slower. It can be fun to experiment with though so give it a try!

[@dennismichaels1205]

Is it possible to program a split in GarageBand, such as piano on right side of split, and bass on left side of split, and then transferring that to a keyboard controller, and putting the split where ever desirable? If so, I assume you would have to set the volume of the controller at 0. Thank you for your time.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. Unfortunately GarageBand iOS doesn’t have much flexibility at all when it comes to assigning and programming MIDI so this wouldn’t be possible. Others DAWs like Cubasis or Auria might have this sort of functionality.

[@GeoffreyUrch]

So do you have to have a line In on the back of the usb hub for this to work ? Regards Geoff

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. The audio is handled by whatever audio interface you have connected. The hub just handles USB. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@eugeniocoronado6140]

I noticed you don’t power your iPad through the USB adapter. Do you just wait until your iPads battery is low, disconnect the adapter then plug in a lightning charger?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

This is a pretty old video. I recommend the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter which can help your devices stay charged. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@lifeiseverybreathyoutake3576]

Thank you so much for your video so easy to understand.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re very welcome my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@d.dickson8243]

Cool video. The only problem I see is the iPad is not getting any power to charge it. Could you take a USB to lighing cable and plug that into a third USB port on your USB powered hub and also plug the other end into the USB dongle that is plugged into the iPad or in stead of the USB hub the wall outlet?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I believe that I tried this and it didn’t work for some reason which is why I suggested you need a separate power bank or to plug I to a separate AC adapter. I’m revisiting this in some videos soon so I will have to give this a go.

[@jayjayrecordz]

Hello, Im trying to use my iPad as a drum machine, thing is I play guitar and I can’t start or play a track without taking my hands off my guitar, is there anyway I can use a keyboard pedal to play and stop the track? Using an irig? USB? I would love to know Please and thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You can use a Bluetooth keyboard and use space bar to start/stop. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnumeHiEgpytoJIsi=TwrOxJy09PeK4u_R

[@ellmen1234]

Is it possible to stream live to tiktok using the armed channels for live on the same ipad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I don’t believe so sorry.

[@ABANOB_MUSICIAN]

Can I play all instruments at once live ? Or it’s just for recording ? I mean if I did same setup and I want be a one man band and play live all the instruments without recording . Will it works ? I want play my keyboard , mic and guitar with my multieffect zoom g1 on ?? Will it work live ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, if you are monitoring all the tracks and are using an interface that can allow you to record the multiple tracks at once, then yes you will be able to do this.

[@ABANOB_MUSICIAN]

Pete Johns awesome can I do that with live loop as well ? If you have idea ?

[@tomarmstrong1281]

Wouldn’t it be possible to hear audio through the iPad speaker as a monitor?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, this works with most setups.

[@teronte]

You’re awesome thank u

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re very welcome my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@Mr.Altavoz]

Can't see those red bottoms to record separately on my Ipad pro + zoom h8. So no double track... help ...thanks in advance

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Does the Zoom have multiple inputs? Maybe try putting GarageBand in multi channel mode. Http://studiolivetoday.com/garageband

[@sennenpound6815]

Thanks, such a helpful video. Is there a way to hear the midi as your playing it?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. If your iPhone or iPad had a headphone jack you can simply plug in there. If not, you will need a device like the one I show in this video which has a USB hub and headphone jack - kzbin.info/www/bejne/raHYaniFid6oqJY

[@lasartdesignz7087]

What if you wanted to add another instrument or two to this setup to record at the same time? Like a bass guitar and an electric drum machine...

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Angelo. What you would need then in an audio interface with multiple inputs to record all your instruments at once. Here’s a video where I show the Stienberg UR 44 which can record up to 6 channels at once. kzbin.info/www/bejne/omTbdaRjl9OqgZo

[@tacocity4161]

I have a power hub with 8 USB ports. How about recording drums like this?

[@jc-1403]

Question ,are you able to use a Bluetooth head phones to hear your recording while having all the audio interface plugged in?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nope. Audio interface will override the audio input and output so you’ll need to plug headphones in to the audio interface. Plus Bluetooth is often subject to quite high latency (delay/lag)

[@Kyde_Gaming]

Hi Pete great tutorial thanks for the video. Can I just if you have tried using the USB Mic for your vocals and at the same time the audio interface for your instruments?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Only one audio input and output device can be used at a time I’m afraid.

[@phamjames]

Thanks much for posting this, I’m working on a similar setup for myself. I have an iPhone without headphone jack. Do you think it’d work to add a usb sound card to the usb hub?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, there are a couple of options. You can use a simple device like the one I show in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3bTmpecgrGIp6s Or what I recommend is something like a Strindberg UR12 or other audio interface which has high quality inputs and outputs.

[@564df6g5h4d6f5g4h6d5]

I’ve always wondered how that would work. Great.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks Brian. Appreciate your support sir. 👍

[@produtoraimperial3950]

Apple is releasing the new ipadOs, do you think that there will be a way to use an usb hub like iPad Pro?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I think power will still be the issue even with iPadOS, depending what you connect. Most iPads don’t have enough power to run most audio interfaces and even some microphones.

[@AstroCatChanel]

Can I use the digital piano? Because I don’t have midi controller

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, you can record from a digital piano using an audio interface - studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@JohnB551]

Thanks for the vid. Would it be possible to connect 2 usb flash drives the hub and transfer data between the 2 drives?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

John B - Hey there. I don’t think so as I haven’t been able to get USB flash drives to work with iOS at all I’m afraid.

[@SteelerY360Nation]

Thanks for explaining this. I recently decided to create a home studio, and I’m learning as much as I can. I’m new to this. I was confused about hubs, power adapters, and plugs. You got new subscriber. I will be raiding your videos & playlists!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Thanks so much for watching and subscribing, and I hope you find some more content that will help you get set up and recording YOUR best music! 👍

[@thechronicnoizeco.6675]

I kept meaning to try this. Thanks Pete!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Me too! So I did. 😄. Hope this encourages you to give it a go.

[@HolyTrillion]

Iv got my 😜 UR12, launchpad MINI, iPhone 7 with GarageBand iOS and audio bus(app) I just need the powered hub, will let you know how it all pans out Pete. Thanks heaps 💯

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! Hope you create some awesomeness with your setup. Keep me posted!

[@daverussell3932]

Great video thanks. Can you connect multiple usb mics through your usb hub even if all recorded on one channel. Or could you do this through your Steinberg? Thanks

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey David. So, iOS will only recognise one input device, so connecting two USB microphones won’t work as only one will be recognised and put on input 1. What you would need for this is a USB mixer with two microphone inputs that you can mix and balance on the way in, which are then recorded on one track. The Steinberg UR12 only has one mic input, though I can record an instrument using the Hi-Z input on channel 2. I also have a U44 which does support up to four microphones on separate channels. I did a video showing how this works recently which I will post below.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

4 Input Recording in GarageBand iOS - Using multitrack recordingin GarageBand iOS (iPad/iPhone) kzbin.info/www/bejne/omTbdaRjl9OqgZo

[@daverussell3932]

Thanks Pete I really appreciate that!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

No problem at all. Thanks for watching.

[@UngidosWorship]

Can you live stream on Instagram with this set up?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Facebook and Instagram aren’t always super reliable with USB devices but it is possible.

[@frankyr.8514]

Pete , power hub USB , does it comes with the grey cable we’re you connect the white USB, lighning tongue?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Check out this video for more information about powered USB hubs - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6uZqqiMlNuMn6c

[@Subtronik]

Does it get hot? I bought an iPad Pro hub that overheated, twice. Had to send them back.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

The ones I recommend are pretty good and don’t hear you too much. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@AstroCatChanel]

Finally, This one I’m looking for 💃🏻 Thank you 🙏🏼

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re very welcome my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@abuena73]

Hi Pete -- how about using a clip mic? Will it also work with audio interface..? Look forward hearing from you. Thanks in advance!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. As long as it has the required XLR cable or connection, any mic type will work with an audio interface.

[@abuena73]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks, Pete! Just so you know that you're doing a great job! Keep it up! I admire your unselfish act of sharing knowledge to those who needs it!

[@jaggermag4957]

Was looking to put 2 usb mics into a usb hub but it says the channel is already in use when I try to turn on second mic any ideas

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah. In iOS you can only have one input and output device at a time. You'll need a multi channel audio interface and XLR microphones to have more than one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/omTbdaRjl9OqgZo

[@ZabDevin]

Can a non-powered usb hub be used with the Apple adapter being powered as in your earlier example? Thank you for the video.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yep it can, but won’t work for powering the actual devices so can be a bit hit and miss.

[@ZabDevin]

Wow, fast reply. That’s good news because I ordered one from Amazon. I figured that since the iPad was being powered that the other devices ( e.g., keyboard, drum pad controller, etc.) would them be powered by the iPad. I’m a new subscriber. Thank you!

[@ZabDevin]

Pete Johns Maybe I wasted my money then. We’ll see what happens when the hub is delivered.

[@ZabDevin]

Pete Johns Update: This Anker 4-Port USB 3.0 non-powered hub: www.amazon.com/dp/B07L32B9C2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vxUbEbDPEX7QB works as long as the iPad is powered, as well. Using this will save you the trouble of having to power two devices (iPad & USB hub).

[@IkaSchmika]

could you also connect headphones with this setup you built?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

The iPad and iPhones I use have a headphone jack so I didn't need to, however you can use a device like the one I show in this video if you do need a headphone jack - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g3bTmpecgrGIp6s Or simply use an audio interface like the Steinberg UR12 which has a headphone port built in - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ap2Qp2Ofqq-nbdE

[@danielshirley5638]

Would this work if I had a 5 pin to usb midi interface connecting my keyboard (same one you reviewed in another video) to the usb hub rather than a regular usb a to b cord (like you use in this video)?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes, if you have the MIDI to USB adapter plugged through the hub it will work fine and you can then have other USB devices connected at the same time.

[@vaibhavmugulavalli3366]

Hey Pete I was wondering if with this method I can use 2 usb sound cards and connect 2 guitars to the iPad and use it with software like bias FX and GarageBand?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You can only use one USB input and output device at a time. You would need to get a two channel interface to record two things at once. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4PLaXh5acx2l9U

[@markokraljevic1590]

cant you power interface through Lightning adapter directly?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes. And it works. Until it doesn’t. Powered hub is generally more reliable. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@markokraljevic1590]

@@PeteJohnsMusic its absurd that someone designs and produces otg adapters that doesn't power usb port too but only the phone, very ridiculous and embarrassing

[@jdproductions9905]

Is there any way where I can record 2 usb microphones at the same time?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. It is technically possible but challenging, because each USB mic is its own audio interface. You can use software to sum two devices together and mix them down but it is not super simple. I would recommend a mixer or audio interface with XLR microphones instead. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4emYneepJyhnpI

[@alphafuturestrading8278]

I am trying to do that. Powered USB pub plugged into Ipad with camera adapter. Then midi keyboard plugged into USB Powered and microphone plugged into Scarlet which is aso plugged into USB Powered adpater. It works but output sound coming from Monitor jack on Scarlet is very bad and crackly... Any idea what is wrong..? Thanks!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hmmmmm.... haven't come across an issue like this before sorry? Is the issue there when you playback AND record audio?

[@dnylsun]

Have you checked your settings for latency in your DAW?

[@One-Eyed-Willly]

One question. Will this work with the base-line ipad model? I think offeciely scarlett only sorpports the pro line usbc models.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Any class compliant interface will work with any Lightning based iPad or iPhone as long as you use the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter and a powered USB hub. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZSQkH-fqtaciKM

[@god_tha_father]

Is there a way to connect iPhone/iPad to the PC monitor & control it from there with a mouse? Will be using your awesome setup for my home studio btw

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Alas no. You can use a lightning to HDMI adapter to send the screen to a monitor or HDMI capture card, and you can use a Bluetooth or USB keyboard, but iOS currently has no mouse support at all I’m afraid.

[@god_tha_father]

Pete Johns Yo Thanks a lot! I want to mix & master in GarageBand on a bigger screen rather than my iPhone’s. Definitely will give it a try.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

No problem. I just bought an HDMI adapter so about to make a video about this. Stay tuned!

[@4mit149]

Can we connect ipad own charging/data cable directly to hub's output port? That would exclude demand of adapter!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You will need a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter for this to work. Regular charging cables will not work sorry.

[@4mit149]

@@PeteJohnsMusic oh!! thankyou for this information 😄

[@very9000]

Hello, can I tell if I can connect the GUITAR and MIDI keyboard right away? And what is the name of your adapter box and where to get it?

[@asd67lkj]

Thanks. just found your channel. Very helpful to fully demonstrate the Apple USB3 camera adapter....[using Ipad Air2 and Iphone 11] Still need some practice with "Files" Q: what stand are you using for the Ipad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one. Glad it helped my friend. This is the case that I use for iPad Air 2 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH61oaiIpdqohac

[@coltonoliver1033]

Hello I have a question. I have an Alesis Recital 88 key keyboard and i was wondering if there was anyway I could hook it up to GarageBand and have the audio from the GarageBand come through my keyboard’s speakers ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. I his is possible with some keyboards but not super simple, what you need to do is connect the keyboard to your iPhone/iPad via USB or MIDI and then send the audio back out from your iPhone/iPad’s output to the line of of the keyboard. GarageBand won’t send MIDI out unfortunately but some other apps will. Here’s some other videos which may help you out. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqKTaWqvd6yYo80 kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5qpeZeGm9xgZtk

[@essenceofgrowing7804]

Just found your channel. Wow!! I’ve been looking for something on this subject. You’re using a powered USB HUB and I have my eye on the j5 USB-C triple display docking station. It’s also powered. It also has multiple ports. Any idea if that hub would work the same thing you did in this video? Difference is that I would use it with my focusrite interface. If you don’t think it would work… could you recommend a 2023 model that would work? Thanks!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

So, it probably would but only one display would be supported. I go with a simple approach like this these days. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvck2R_iN5mrc0si=4TOIv52Df771R724 All my latest gear recommendations are at. Http://studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@avishai7830]

hi! i need help with a cool rig idea i have, but im not entirely sure how to connect everything id like to connect my keyboard, which is midi compatible, to my iPad to control the moog model 15 app, and id like to use mouse and keyboard at the same time to make patching easier, and project onto a larger monitor (probably using airplay). how would i go about this?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So, yes you can hook up a MIDI keyboard and qwerty keyboard using the powered hub. I'm not sure that a mouse would be supported though however. I haven't tried but I've heard not. I use the "Reflector" app to stream my screen to my PC, or you can use an HDMI output adapter.

[@Kay89]

Hi @Pete Johns, i got a question. Will it also work, if I use a normal usb to lightning cable from the iPad going into a usb hub if it is set up like in your video. Just instead of the lightning to usb adapter or would this not work due to the lightning to usb adapter is needed? Thank you in Advance, Greetings from Germany. I appreciate your tutorials a lot.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Thanks for watching and for you kind words. Unfortunately not in my experience. I don’t know all the specifics, but I haven’t been able to get the correct USB host connection with any other cable apart from the Lightning to USB adapter.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I did s comparison of a genuine and a third party replica cable in this video which might be worth a look. Lightning to USB Cables - Can a $3 cable replace a genuine $50 Apple cable? kzbin.info/www/bejne/bl6xcqyFp9eGatk

[@Kay89]

Pete Johns thank you for your quick response and linking this video. Exactly wgat i was looking for! Thanks a lot buddy! :)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Any time! Glad I could help.

[@SammyCannillo]

Great video! When you say the midi input monitoring defaults to on, was there anything you had to do to enable that? Currently I can only hear my MIDI keyboard if I’m on the instrument view, not with the track highlighted in the track view.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes, this is unfortunately a limitation of GarageBand iOS. You can only monitor and record in the instrument view for virtual instruments in GarageBand iOS. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@juanucotube]

Hi guy, thanks for you video. In my case i've got 2 usb microphones and I'm trying to record multytrack with both in garageband app. I used the lightning-usb apple adapter and i connected a usb hub powered with both usb microphones but garageband only detect the last connected ¿Any suggestion? Anyway thanks!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

HI there. Unfortunately only one USB mic at a time can be connected and used in iOS. On Mac and PC you can create a consolidated output from two with a little effort, but not on iPhone or iPad I'm afraid. Only one audio input and output is supported.

[@mort3official404]

Rlly need to know. Does it work with the most recent iPod Touch?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, if you have a 6th generation (current model) iPod Touch then this will definitely work.

[@mort3official404]

Wow thank you for the quick response! Your channel is amazing and you are positively affecting those who are trying to get into music. Keep it up!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks for the kind words my friend. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment and provide this feedback. I have plans to add iPod Touch to my comparability guide soon as I have has this question a few times now, so thanks for that.

[@Sitheonly]

I’ve been looking the a comment with my similar concern so you don’t get asked the same question twice but I couldn’t find it. I want to use this set up but I have a focusrite 2i4, would it still work?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes, I’m pretty sure the 2i4 is class compliant and will work. Lots of folks use Solos and 2i2s this way so you should be fine.

[@paulhorsley8922]

Great video just what I was looking for 👍 could I plug 2 synths via usb eg modx and nord a1 and control them both with midi from Cubasis? What is the program your using is it garage band ? Thanks Paul

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Paul. I’ve never actually tried two MIDI controller at once so not sure sorry? And yes, this is GarageBand iOS. studiolivetoday.com/garageband