How to connect a USB audio interface to an iPad/iPhone

How do you connect a USB audio interface to an iPhone or iPad using a Lightning to USB adapter?
In this video, I show you how to connect any class compliant USB audio interface to an iPhone or an iPad to improve the quality or your home recording.
Here’s the gear I use in this demonstration:
1. Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter - amzn.to/2wnyqmL
2. Tendak powered USB 3.0 hub - amzn.to/2oeOyqu
3. Behringer UM-2 audio interface - amzn.to/2Dmsyyk
4. Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface - amzn.to/2mm3IWo
5. Steinberg UR12 audio interface - amzn.to/2DosUo9
(Steinberg UR22mkII audio interface - amzn.to/2Dnww9Z)
6. Soulbay USB to DC charging cable with adapters - amzn.to/2J4UJ7D
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[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Here’s the gear I use in this demonstration: 1. Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter - imp.i114863.net/xMRB1 or amzn.to/2wnyqmL 2. Tendak powered USB 3.0 hub - amzn.to/2oeOyqu 3. Behringer UM-2 audio interface - amzn.to/2Dmsyyk 4. Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 audio interface - amzn.to/2mm3IWo 5. Steinberg UR12 audio interface - amzn.to/2DosUo9 (Steinberg UR22mkII audio interface - amzn.to/2Dnww9Z)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thank you my friend. 🤘

[@DominicIsaac]

Please help, i have a scarlett 2i2 and apple lightning to USB 3 adapter connected to a powerbrick and the iPad (5th generation, iOS 13.2.3 ) still says “Cannot use accessory: Scarlett 2i2 USB: this accessory requires too much power”. The setup works on my iPhone 7 iOS 13.2.3 so i know that i am not doing anything wrong. I just want to use the iPad cause it has a larger screen. Thank you so much.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I would highly recommend a powered USB hub in this situation as it will provide much more reliable power and work with any iOS device, as it won’t drain any of the power from your iPhone or iPad.

[@DominicIsaac]

SOLVED: Just use a powerbrick strong enough to power the iPad such as the iPad’s original powerbrick. (When I had the problem, turns out I was still using the iPhone’s powerbrick for the iPad, my bad)

[@DominicIsaac]

couldnt have said it better, thanks Pete!

[@fret2fret221]

You literally answered every single firggin question I’ve had for a while. Thank you so much for this video!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! Love it. That’s my aim here my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@lukeisac5975]

Hi pete.. the tendak USB 3.0 is now not available in amazon.. the link is not working.. any other suggestions?

[@marioalvarado919]

Pete Johns I bought all the products suggested in this video and am using a focusrite Scarlett 18i8. The first time I plugged everything in it worked, but after I turned everything off and plugged in the mics, the iPad stopped recognizing the interface. I can’t get it to bring up that message that says “audio device connected”

[@derekbeiner3293]

Somebody tell me what microphones work with these interfaces

[@HarryVsingersongwriter]

SAME HERE! great video Pete. Subbed!

[@chefmusic7081]

I HAD TO FIND YOU AND LITERALLY COME BACK AND SAY THANK YOUUU!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏🏾‼️

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. Appreciate it.

[@WhiteSteveHarvey]

@@PeteJohnsMusic does this work with the volt 2 universal audio?

[@chefmusic7081]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I’ve created song on the radio and TV with this setup 🔥

[@jacquescousteau217]

You don’t need a hub. You can just use your charger that comes with your iPad. If you’re recording acoustic guitars with CONDENDER mics the FOCUSRITE has 48 volt phantom power. Your acoustic guitar ,and vocals will sound ten times better using a condenser mics. Why does EVERYONE say to use a hub. Use your regular iPad charger.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. It depends on the audio interface generally. Some will work fine with just the charger plugged in however some tend to use an inconsistent amount of power and need the powered hub. If you have an interface that gets enough power form the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter then you’re good to go. But folks who get the “this device uses too much power” message will need to simply add a hub to their setup. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@Bobby_Uterus]

You should thank him for his detailed answer to your question.

[@a1ankaymusic]

@@PeteJohnsMusicI just tried to do lightning straight into the adapter + a behringer um2 into the adapter via usb. Doesn’t power the interface. So I’m guessing you are correct and I would need a hub for the power

[@dallinhatchmusic]

@@PeteJohnsMusic what if the 3.0 hub you recommended was working but now it’s not? Just barely started saying that i need more power even with the hub.

[@ThaSouthMU]

Thanks you for this… Was thinking about adding a interface like either the UM or the Focusrite to my mobile recoding setup and needing the powered hub would have been a bummer!? Great vid still tho…

[@dallasmcfaul1405]

I was about to spend so much more money on a new laptop to record. So glad I saw this video first!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

iPad recording is definitely a great option. Makes things so simple.

[@SMBorthwick]

Hi Pete. Great video. A good audio interface to consider if you want to avoid the lightning connection issues is the Focusrite iTrack Solo. It comes with a lightning cable, so you can just plug and play. I picked mine up 2nd hand, boxed and barely used for about the same price as the usb to lightning adapter you’re using in the vid. It doesn’t draw power from the iPad, so you do need to connect it to a usb power source.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! Thanks for the recommendation. I have seen the iTrack Solo around the place and often wondered if it was a good option since it supports iOS out of the box. So it has two separate connections, one for power and one for data?

[@SMBorthwick]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Yes. It has a usb power supply which I just plug in to an Apple charger. The Lightning cable has a proprietary connector to the device which probably won’t work with anything else. The interface can apparently work with Mac or PC if you download the appropriate driver, although I’ve never tried it. Other than that, it’s pretty standard. Two inputs with separate gain stages (mic and jack), phantom power, direct headphone monitor and two line outs for monitors. I’ve never used anything else, so I don’t know how it compares to other devices, but it’s working fine for me.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Beautiful! Thanks for the extra info. Looks like a really solid option for those wanting an "out of the box" solution but wanting something more solid than the iRig range.

[@PeteJake100]

I would love to see a comparison between the iTrack Solo and the Scarlet Solo as those are the two I’ve narrowed my search to. I asked a KZbin reviewer if the iTrack and she said Scarlet will produce a bit better sound.

[@SMBorthwick]

@@PeteJake100 I’m not sure anyone could say that unequivocally unless they had tried both or studied the components list. For me, the iTrack Solo was an easy choice because I didn’t need an extra camera kit to get connected. I tend to think along the lines of the fewer additional connections in the signal path the better.

[@koolkd]

With the power bank does it have to be plugged into the wall? I’m trying to do this all mobile without anything being in the wall.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You can use a mobile battery instead. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWOvoX-gfdN-fdk&feature=shares

[@carlosestevez4582]

Hi! I have a new iPad7 purchased a month ago, on which I use GarageBand connecting my electric guitar to a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen. audio interface, and this one to the iPad. I can hear myself while playing and/or recording if I use my headphones on the interface or/on the iPad. But I can't hear my guitar without headphones, as the iPad's internal speakers stop working. Even if I activate the “monitor” icon in GarageBand, the iPad doesn't sound. I have tried the two solutions that Apple offers on its website, in the troubleshooting section, in the section "GarageBand for IOS: Audio is not heard when monitoring an external device" I have tried both solutions and the problem remains unsolved. Thanks beforehand

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. So, in my experience once you plug in an audio interface this replaces the audio input and output, so I don’t believe there is a way to do this?

[@peteryoung9991]

Hey Pete, did anybody ever say thank you for a great vid on how to use such gear? Then let me start today: THANK YOU Sir, ever so helpful. And thank you for letting us have the links to all your product suggestions.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks to you my friend. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. My goal is genuinely to get more people creating music and when I get feedback like this it really gives my motivation an extra boost. 👍

[@HieuDinh2011]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Pete i am 100% with Peter Young. Big THANK YOU THANK YOU , very helpful, to all of us newbie. Wanted to let you know. Hieu , I am from France.

[@LAMYGAMERSHORTS]

Can we use that Usb port and connect to pc while charging please tell i really need to use usb on pc while charging

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I’m not sure I quite follow the question sorry? Check out my USB guide here. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@Swordplay24]

So when I plug the interface into the iPad I dont get a message on the iPad acknowledging audio device

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Check out this video for my troubleshooting tips for this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/naixoolnjJiZhrc

[@That.old.mountain]

All the adaptors and need for power defeat the beauty of a mobile device. Wish there was a good all In one iOS audio interface

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

And there is! The iRig Pro I/O - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX2alZ95pr6rn8U

[@ZARAGOZA6958]

Can I use the Tendak USB 3.0 Hub in New Zealand?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. Either but the one with the AU/NZ plug or get an adapter if you have the US or a different model. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@Mr.Altavoz]

After so many years.. this is still the best channel for " GarageBand beginners"

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. Really appreciate it.

[@Ghoulikmusik]

How come I cannot hear the audio when it’s plugged in?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Might need to monitor the audio either through your interface or your software.

[@eastonotsae]

For whatever reason sound is only going to one side depending on what input I use

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes. Two channel audio interfaces use stereo to provide the two inputs. Apps like GarageBand let you record each one as mono but apps like the camera will see it as stereo. You’ll need to edit the video or audio afterwards to convert to mono, or use an app that supports mono. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4izf4F4f9F_orc&feature=shares

[@Eydri_]

BRO you LITERALLY saved my wallet thank you sooo much

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome!! Very glad to hear. 👍😎

[@Flyfishthebordersandbeyond]

Your videos are miles in front of the rest out there. Thanks for all your help

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers my friend. Appreciate the kind words.

[@RoxiieSays]

Awesome video! Does this work if I want to record video on my iPhone while using my shure sm7b? Or does this only work for audio?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Works great for video too. Just keep in mind that if you use a two channel interface it will put the audio on one side with if plugged in to one input so you may need to edit the audio to mono afterwards.

[@pizzakid135]

Hey on garage band, I can select input 2 with ease, but when wanting to play guitar while recording on the camera it only receives audio in one ear and I cant find a setting on the camera app as well as TikTok any suggestions?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. You’ll need to either use the app which came with your interface to make the audio mono, or fix this in editing using something like LumaFusion.

[@FeranoWibisono]

in my country there’s no any usb hub that requires power to the wall. is that going to work with my ipad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It may not provide enough power to run your devices if it is not an A/C powered hub.

[@HuseyinErdinc]

Do you need the lightning cable for it all to work? Can you not go directly from phone to the usb hub with a normal iPhone charger cable?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You need the genuine Apple Lightning to USB cable for this setup to work as it enables the creation of a USB Host.

[@dreikelvin]

Hey Pete, your channel rocks! I‘ve been following it for a year now and it helped me a lot, especially with music distribution and ios stuff. Keep on doing what you‘re doing! 🤘

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! Really glad to hear my friend. Thanks for taking the time to reach out.

[@mon_nobi]

Quick question: what’s the difference in quality between using any of these interfaces vs using the iRig? Are interfaces a better translation of the sound than the iRig?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So the iRig is pretty good these days. Probably not quite up to the quality of a dedicated USB interface. The difference is usually the quality of the preamp (less noise) and the converters (again, cleaner conversion).

[@steveapplegate322]

HEY PETE can I plug a flash drive into the powered hub and save my mixes on it? By the way thanks for the detailed explanations!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sort of. You can copy files over to a USB device.

[@steveapplegate322]

THANKS@@PeteJohnsMusic

[@bobbeaver2361]

I just received this exact same USB hub and it works great!!! I had an old M-Audio interface laying around that didn’t work with my MacBook anymore and I couldn’t believe it works with the iPad!!! It’ll be great to go out and record mobile wherever inspiration comes to me, thank you for this tutorial.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! That’s great news Bob. Thanks for taking the time to let me know.

[@karenwoods211]

Thanks so much Pete. You’ve got me up and running. Much appreciated.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! So glad to hear it Karen. Thanks for the inspiration for this one. Hopefully it helps other folks in the same situation. 👍

[@kongregant8100]

Would it work if I would plug my USB hub to a phone power adapter and then my MOTU M2 to it? I'm interested in using the audio interface as a mixer and amp without any software interface, just want to make sure nothing fries or blows up

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If I understand you correctly then yes, this should be fine. More info is here. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@kongregant8100]

@@PeteJohnsMusic ended up risking it and it worked! Straight into the phone adapter, had a blast. Thanks for giving me the intuition and the reply ✨

[@theanswer2730]

Hey Pete, loving the content on this channel, thanks! I’m considering between getting the 2020 base model vs 2020 iPad Air. Regarding the lightning connection situation on base model, is the only drawback just the inconvenience of having to use the additional lightning to usb converter? or does it have any other effects on playback sound quality or production performance in general, compared to having a direct usb c connection on the iPad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Great question my friend. In my experience the only real difference is that you definitely need a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter as opposed to USB-C where you can use pretty much any generic adapters. Once you have the connections converted to USB-A there is no difference in the reliability of the connection or quality of sound through any devices. Hope this helps your decision. studiolivetoday.com/ipad

[@theanswer2730]

@@PeteJohnsMusic ok great, I think I’m gonna go with the base model 8th gen as I’m a noob still. All best, Jon

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one. I think it will be a great iPad to get you recording. If you’re buying on Amazon feel free to use the affiliate links here - studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@Mr.SoulSpeak]

Can you connect a scarlet2i2 4th gen plug in with an MaonocasterE2?

[@BadKarma714]

My Scarlett 2i2 don’t work on my iPad or my iPhone 11 it makes this noise like a heartbeat and the light flashes where it says 48V And when I turn it off and still makes the same noise but lower

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sounds like a power issue? Are you using a powered USB hub? This video might help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/naixoolnjJiZhrc

[@BadKarma714]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I am using the power connector on the iPad power cord and plug

[@prod.mustang]

@@BadKarma714 did u fix it? I got the same issue

[@justinTime077]

You guys need a POWERED usb hub - it should be self powered.

[@sammodog]

Just started using Scarlett 2i4 yesterday and ran into a similar issue. The order in which you hook up the Scarlett is important. Make sure nothing is plugged into the Scarlett or iPhone. First plug in the iPhone/iPad camera adapter 3 into device and make sure power is connected to it. Then connect the Scarlett to the camera adapter USB port. Make sure phantom power is not on when you connect or you will get a not enough power message. Once connected and powered you can then connect your inputs and use phantom power if needed. These steps need to repeated any time the Scarlett or iPhone/iPad is disconnected. Also, in my case no matter what order I tried (and I’m ocd when it comes to troubleshooting) the Scarlett would not power up properly when connected to a powered usb hub. I’m using a usb 2 Scarlett btw. I’ve read that the 3rd generation may not have drivers installed on the device as 1st and 2nd gen do as well just fyi.

[@spencerpearson1321]

I use an HDMI interceptor/splitter

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cool.

[@nicholasmurchison8251]

You’re a legend cheers for all of this 👌

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@rebeccahoulihan6057]

You are the biggest legend I swear I've been screlambling my brains trying to get this to work. Thank you so much. I love your videos 💕❤️❤️❤️

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Great stuff Rebecca. Thanks for the kind word and very glad it helped. 👍

[@AriAurelia]

Is Native Instruments Class Compliant?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Good question. I’ve never actually used one. Maybe check in with the folks over on the iPad Musician or GarageBand Users Facebook groups. studiolivetoday.com/gbu

[@josemanuel2244]

I have a mixer with interface and I will like to connect my iPad to the mixer to manage video calls. I tried with that setup but didn't work. Any suggestions?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. You will need to make sure your interface/mixer is class compliant and you have the genuine Apple Lightning to USB adapter. It can also be difficult to record calls and get just one copy of both sides of the conversation. This is called a “mix minus” if you want t research it more.

[@celinareisoficial4930]

Very good 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@shevaphoenix4713]

Hey so I did everything you recommended using the Focusrite interface but now for some reason when I play my tracks - the beats I’ll be singing to - they sound all distorted. Usually I play them in the background from my iTunes and I also tried importing them to see if that would fix the issue but they sound terrible. When I disconnect everything they sound normal again so I know it’s not the tracks themselves. Any suggestions?? 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Howdy. I’ve replied to this on your other comment asking for a little more information. Where are the sounds you are importing being sourced from? And if you import them and play back are they still sounding distorted by themselves?

[@DAVIDHERNANORDONEZCHAVEZ-ig1ce]

Can I set multiple outputs with GarageBand connected to an audio interface that has 4 outputs?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Not with GarageBand iOS I’m afraid.

[@DAVIDHERNANORDONEZCHAVEZ-ig1ce]

That’s what I read! I wanted to confirm it. So all points that GarageBand only allows outputs 1 and 2; not multiple outputs. I wanted to use it as backing tracks live; outputting several different outputs for individual instruments but guess it can’t be done that way, isn’t it? Is either left of right only. Thanks in advance Pete

[@GQM3Z]

Hi Pete, very explanatory content again, thx. One question here: how do you cope with recording latency to the GB click?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I haven’t experienced a whole lot of latency with this setup. I find it quite low.

[@followyourpassion8378]

@@PeteJohnsMusic are all 3 devices the same regarding latency? Cheers

[@jonyroll2007]

Hello , generally the interfaces don’t have an usb in , what I want to say is , I have a blue yeti microphone the cable has an usb plug , I can connect it into my iPhone without use any interface or the power usb , just using the small white hub that you have , works fine , but I would like better quality, so I have been informed that I need an interface , but how to connect my mic on it ? Thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. You either need to connect a USB mic or an interface and use a standard XLR mic. Unfortunately there is no way to use both in iOS.

[@4everIR]

Hi Pete, I connect everything as you show in the video, but unfortunately it doesn't work, because the USB indicator of the Steinberg UR22 keeps flashing and in Garageband I don't see anything appear... What could be the cause? Thanks in advance, Roy (in the Netherlands)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Are you using the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter? And have power plugged in? kzbin.info/www/bejne/naixoolnjJiZhrcsi=TB6bNhXgH6RLeDjk

[@Fanzindel]

One day we’ll overcome the “your mileage may vary” nonsense 😌

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Maybe. One can dream.

[@stomptheelites]

how to have individual volume control for youtube and garage band?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sounds like you’re looking for a mixer? Audio interfaces like this only have one audio out. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@stomptheelites]

@@PeteJohnsMusic so i can use my focusrite? but I'll need to get a powered usb thanks

[@jrpwrld]

Can I just use a USB wall charger instead of a USB hub?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If you use a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter you can just use the Lightning power port. A hub is more flexible though.

[@bergstreisser]

Very helpful, thanks a lot. What do you think Pete, if I want to record or make a video with my voice on it for youtube with podmic Rode, should I do the same as you here or is there something else more? I plugged in my powerbank Fresh&Rebel with cabel USB 2.0 and Mini USB but Steinberg has no reaction and doesnt work. No signal USB or +48V on.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Check out my info here. Http://studiolivetoday.com/usb You’ll need to ensure you have a reliable adapter.

[@aaronhicks6613]

Would I hurt anything plugging the scarlet 2i2 directly into a 120v outlet? Instead of using a usb hub?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I’ll not sure it would be rated for A/C power so you’d probably at least need a D/C converter or you may risk frying it.

[@PradiptoSenguptamandolinist]

Can you tell me in India where can I get this product, because I purchased Rode NT USB mic, but I am not able to use it in my iPad air 2 as usb C cable has been delivered with the mic, and iPad air has the lightening cable port. Facing a problem. Can u help me please. Thanks

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. I’m not familiar with the beta lance to buy or order products in India sorry. Amazon is generally best in most countries.

[@PradiptoSenguptamandolinist]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thanks for reply..

[@bhajanbhaktisangeet5064]

Hi,i hv purchased AKG Lyra mic ,it has a USB to USB cable ,hw can i connect this with my iPhone....pl help

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You’ll generally just need the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter I show in the video. This video shows it too - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGGyaK2ojbGeqMU

[@joeurbanowski321]

Great stuff.. Why a hub..? How about an individual external power supply for the Ainterface..?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Also an option if your interface supports this, but many have just one USB input for both power and data. Http://studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@jzplayr]

I just tried the SAME iphone adaptor for hours, same hookup, nothing. Then tried ANOTHER adaptor, looks like slightly different model, same hookup...and it WORKED. I went back to the original first adaptor that I tried for hours. NOW it works. I dont understand.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sounds like the first may have been a non-Apple third party adapter. For reliability you really need the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@thegodnasr]

Thank you! Brilliant information for mobile and iPad creators💙

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@ScarletRed.]

Thank you so much, I was beginning to think I purchased the wrong device. I didn’t see you use the external power bank with the Focusrite so I’m assuming that’s a no go. Thanks again!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

So, yes you can! This video will help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWOvoX-gfdN-fdksi=Vzq8HoZ_sOe_ZT8C

[@23232-H]

Can you plug multiple USB microphones for a podcast interview || in the USB 3.0 HUB

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nope. Only one. Hey his video shares the sad news. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hau7Z52YidJjfsU

[@BartekStaniszewski]

when I record a video with behringer umc22 I have stereo sound i can hear one side on the headphones (iphone x) :( how to do mono to record on the both side for example video, live on tiktok, facebook etc. :)??

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Unfortunately as devices like this use the left and right for the two channels, in apps where you can’t set as “mono” you will always get this left/right issue.

[@brittanyatterberry]

Does this setup work for the new iPad Pro? I’m using the iRig but it only works with lightning cable

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Ah.... yeah, so you’d need one of the newer iRig Pro or HD models that has a standard USB connection as well. Anything designed for Lightning alone won’t work.

[@anrianka]

hi pete, how to hack our soundcard so we can get more than 2 input channel ? ( my soundcard only have 2 input channel) but i need 2 more input channel 🙏🏻

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’ll need to upgrade to an audio interface with more than 2 inputs. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@tejyofficial]

Can you play music from KZbin and streaming generally or does it only work fit garage band?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It basically replaces your headphones or speaker as the input and output of everything so you can use it with whatever app you like.

[@DanThomasUK]

Thank you for this Pete. When I record video this way, it pans the mic channel hard left. Is there any way to bring recorded audio to the centre?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So sounds like you might be selecting the “stereo” option. Make sure you select on channel 1 or 2 depending on which input you are plugging in to. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@NonzNanu]

can we connect from usb hub to the iphonevwith the lightning -usb cable? without using of camera 3 adapter

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

No. Pretty sure that’s what I talk about in the video? studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@carterleynes6380]

I did a facebook live today with the Focusrite. Only the left channel worked. I there a way I can make the mic work on both left and right channels?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Unfortunately not. This is the nature of a stereo audio interface I’m afraid. You would need a mixer to get a balanced mono signal.

[@juanmamedina7535]

Great video... I have an iPad Pro 10,5 and was wondering about the quality of the built in ADDA converters. Anyone?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Average. You’ll really need an audio interface to get good quality audio in and out. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@BitsAndPieces-h9j]

I am a bit lost -- I wish to run audio OUT from Ipad (or android) to the Focusrite 2i4 along with a microphone so I can record it the mix...URGENT help needed...do i just use the headphone jack? My usb port on 2i4 alreadyis hooked up to my pc for recording

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Not quite sure what you’re asking sorry? Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group at createrecordreleaae.com, or the Discord group here - studiolivetoday.com/discord.

[@notali3637]

Hi I’m using persons 24c which uses a type C power supply, how would I go about that?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Either just use a USB-C to USB -A cable, or you can connect directly if you have an iPad with USB-C. Updated stuff here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/labCo6mJgbWMmq8si=kMQ8MTxG3BwQIj-x

[@aldyrenaldi8542]

I tried to connect directly from the USB MIDI to the hub converter and it couldn't. is a USB 3.0 converter a solution?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

For Lightning based iPads and iPhones, you’ll need the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter. For USB-C, any adapter will do. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@raveredmusic218]

New iPads are coming with C type , can you make similar video for this cobnection

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup! Already got you covered. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvck2R_iN5mrc0

[@riffdex]

I’ve been trying to connect my Boss RC-600 looper pedal to my iPhone using the adapter and having no luck. Is the Boss RC-600 class compliant?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re connecting via USB I’m assuming? And using a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter? I haven’t actually used this personally so can’t confirm if it’s class compliant. Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group at createrecordreleaae.com, or the Discord group here - studiolivetoday.com/discord.

[@sturbz_6202]

Hey bro real quick question please. Before I buy the adapter do you know if this will work with the iPhone app "Smule"? I have an AT2035 & M-Track 2x2 Interface. I'm curious also how does it work without the drivers?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes, any class compliant audio interface will work with most apps using the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@nezihcakir5042]

I know that this is an old video but I have your recommended connection set up to my iPad PRO (2nd Gen) using Apple Camera Adapter, Tendak powered USB 3.0 Hub and Focusrite 2i2. I'm thinking about upgrading my iPad PRO (w/ M1 Chip) but I realize the new PRO comes with a different connector (Thunderbolt/USB4) which will not work with my current Camera Adapter. Is there any options to use my current setup with the new iPad PRO I buy a new Camera Adapter without buying a new Camera Adapter? Thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. Yes, the good news is that the newer iPads with USB-C support pretty much any adapter or hub that is USB-C. Apple seek their own but it’s pricey. I have some suggestions over on my gear guide. Http://studiolivetoday.com/gear You might also want to check out this video where I go through some of this gear. kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6usqqShd5JqeaM

[@BatuhanAltnok-ux5jp]

Hi Pete ! I want to do voiceovers for my Instagram reels videos. I am using iPhone 14 Plus. Can I add a sound card and microphone to my phone with an interconnect adapter and dub my reels videos in better quality?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. Any audio interface and the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter will do this for you. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@steveshalot7714]

Pete: GREAT VIDEOS! Question driving me CRAZY. I am a new book narrator. I “split” and deleted a middle section of a track and then “moved the right and let together. When I highlighted the right OR left side and moved the side bracket - the DELETED piece (or thought I did) showed up again! It’s very confusion, because it makes the audio down the line to the right, run together and causes a lot of mischief. WHAT am I doing wrong? How do u delete UNWANTED space or audio for good and make it stay deleted on GB for iPad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Steve. So, GarageBand uses “non-destructive editing” which is great for music… and not super great for spoken word. You need to do a bit of moving of clips to remove audio. One tip that might help is to merge your track, which will “bake in” the audio and your edits. kzbin.info/www/bejne/n57GmItol7xrqM0

[@jasontate6400]

Hey Pete great video, thx...I have a focusrite scarett 18i 20 rackmount...is it possible to plug my Lightning adapter to my iphone, then Lighting USB to my rack mount scarett 18i20...I what to record audio/stereo from the computer to my iphone 8+ ...probably garageband but open for ideas...thx again for you video and time in fielding my question...

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there Jason. So I haven’t personally used the 18i20 but I believe that the Scarlett series are all classic compliant menacing they will work with iOS as king as you have the genuine Apple Lightning to USB adapter.

[@katelingoldstraj]

Thank you very much for this info :) Wondering, where is it that you'd plug In your earbuds, or headphones to hear yourself? Wondering since the headphone jack on the Scarlett interface would be taken up by the RCA 1/4 inch cable. Would wireless bluetooth ear buds work? Right now I'm wanting to take the route of streaming live through my phone outdoors, and therefore would take the wireless route with the battery pack, and am wanting to hear myself through headphones

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Almost all audio interfaces have a separate headphone output as well as the RCA/TRS line outputs. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@robertsteinberger5667]

Dear Pete Johns, first of all I want to know how I can support you. I am about to buy a new iphone or ipad. My question is : is the midi keyboard - iphone reliable enough for live performances? Or is the ipad more reliable for that/ And what has changed since ios 14.5 some people are complaining, does the camera kit still work? If you answer me, you would be a life saver. Roland from Holland.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi Roland. iPad is more usable mostly due to the larger screen. And more recent versions have the M1 or M2 processor which is very powerful. A newer iPhone still works great however. The genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter had issues with iOS 16.5 with its charger port, but those have been fixed in iOS 16.5.1 so you’ll be all good. Thanks for your comment.

[@portcorner_noise]

Great video, I have a question for you... I recently got a new Ipad Mini 6 and loaded it with all my soft synths which I control with my Ableton Live DAW installed on a Mac Mini (attached to a M-Audio Air audio interface). Because this newer ipad doesnt have a 3.5 jack (its USB C) I am not sure how to connect this to my audio interface?... I am able to experience MIDI over Bluetooth and trigger the Ipad synths with hardware keyboards and controllers with the help of an app called Midimittr (which makes the ipad talk to my Mac Mini) but how do I get the sound to my speakers?... I feel like I am asking something really silly and may be able to figure it out anytime now, but for the moment I am stuck.. thanks

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sounds like you might need an audio interface, or at least a little go-between device like this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/raHYaniFid6oqJY

[@SMthaodyessy]

Do you know if a BEHRINGER U-phoria UMC404 would be compatible with an iPhone 8 with the same exact set up in the video?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yep; the Uphoria series works well and is used by many folks. You will definitely need the genuine adapter and powered hub however. Http://studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@sangminlee7405]

Hi Pete, I am trying to connect USB mixer( Soundcraft notepad 12fx) to iphone 11 for live streaming using PRISM live studio. Of course, Llightning to USB adapter is used with additional power. iphone showed pop-up message after connecting USB from mixer. But any sound was not recognized in iphone. However, USB mixer is working in Window PC installed OBS well. I thought Soundcraft notepad 12fx is not compatible with iphone, even if lightning to USB adapter is used. Your advice will be appreciated.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. I’m not super familiar with the mixer you’re using here. Just making sure that you’re using a genuine Apple Lightning to USB adapter for this setup? A third party adapter will generate power issues like the one you have mentioned. If it is class compliant and you have a setup using the gear I show in this video, it should work.

[@TelinaASMR]

this is SO helpful 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. 👍

[@FrIgHtNiGhT71]

Has anybody had their Volt 2 just stop functioning? Mine just stopped being recognized one day, very disheartening. I narrowed it down to the interface and it looks like it's the usbc connection, it's all loose and scratchy. I sent it back.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah right? I use mostly iRig, Strindberg and Focusrite. No such issues here.

[@zeding8030]

Can UR44C be used to connect ipad pro with electric piano korg D1 and speaker JBL 305p to make the sound source for playing ipad pro sound out of the speaker?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If your keyboard has stereo line outputs and the speakers have line inputs then you would be fine. Or you could use MIDI and a software instrument. This video has more info. kzbin.info/www/bejne/epPdaaauqt5ojpI And more info about About USB-C iPad connections here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvck2R_iN5mrc0

[@pablomoyasolano1561]

Hello sir I enjoy your teaching very much I have one cuestión. Can I use focus right liquid fire 56 with an iPad 2008? What kind of an adapter should I use?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Not familiar with this interface sorry. If it is USB and class compliant you can use the same process as I show here.

[@LUISAHmusic]

Hey Pete! I have a Tascam US - 1x2HR Interface. It has an USB-C Port (which I use to conect to my laptop), with an USB - USB-C cable. It also has another port saying "DC IN FV FOR TABLET USE", and it is a Micro USB port. How could I conect my interface to my Iphone, considering that? Thanks a lot!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So, sounds like you’d need to connect using the data connection via USB and then connect the other micro USB to a power source. This is generally on devices because phones and tablets don’t provide enough power so you need a separate power supply.

[@nery2626]

HI Pete 🎉 Thanks for all My question is Way do I have noise from the inside 🎙️ mic of the iPad? I'm not using any external hard were

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sometimes because you’re too close. Sometimes there’s interference. And sometimes here’s background noise. Short version … it depends.

[@overbeckstudios9964]

Very helpful video Pete. Will the Behringer U-PHORIA UMC22 work too?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup sure will. It does need the powers USB hub however.

[@ourdogteddy]

Help ,suggestions anyone? I have a volt 1(one xlr port) , lightening camera adapter, iPhone 11, wired ear plugs, 1/4 in adapter for interface headphone. I can not hear my self singing on smule, only can hear music? Any fixes for this issues.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sounds like you need to find and turn in the monitoring setting on the interface. Something like direct monitoring or latency free monitoring. Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group at createrecordreleaae.com, or the Discord group here - studiolivetoday.com/discord.

[@benosbandfriends1052]

Hello..maybe you van help me? When I use my Yamaha audiogramme6 with my Pixel4...everything work real fine but with my Iphone 7 and the right flash adapter...all light on my yamaka light up (wich I never see this before and usually just one light up) and a sound coming out from the flash adapter..and nothing can be record? tks Ben

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. This video will help you troubleshoot any of these sorts of issues - kzbin.info/www/bejne/naixoolnjJiZhrc

[@tonyarmstrong481]

Hi was wondering could you tell me which ipads are compatible with Garageband? I'm looking at a 4th gen with ios10. Thank you.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. This won’t run the latest version unfortunately. You’ll need at least an iPad Air 2. Check my guide here for compatibility info - studiolivetoday.com/ipad

[@SuperShonyy]

Hello everyone, please explain to me, will the Apollo Solo sound card be able to reveal the sound of headphones with an impedance of 300 ohms? I want to buy a Lewitt 540S microphone or similar in class and Beyerdynamic dt 250 250ohm headphones, and I can't decide on a sound card on which all this would work properly. Can anyone name specific models of sound cards that will cope with this?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Not sure personally. I use lower power headphones to ensure my interface can drive them. Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group at createrecordreleaae.com, or the Discord group here - studiolivetoday.com/discord.

[@SJMadrid11]

Would this powered usb hub work with Scarlett solo and iPad from 2013?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Probably? If you have the right adapters. I recommend the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@ninhaoak5006]

Hi Pete , first thank you for all this great videos, I am terrible with technology, I am 63 I love to sing , nothing professional just family and friends, I have this dream about recording my singing, I watch your videos , bought several equipment you suggested (thank you) I have several questions and if you can help me I would appreciate very much- I wonder if I can use some of the things I already have to have a nice singing and recording music- I have one Rockville RPA 7000UWM amplifier - one Acesonic BDK-2000 Karaoke player A pair of Acesonic Speakers model SP- 450 - 2 Bose speakers 4.2 Series ll / 2 Bose 301V and for my 63 Birthday I bought a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 Studio very nice " questions : can I connect the Focusrite to my amplifier and how ? Is there a way to listen my singing from the speakers? Which speakers I can use from the ones I have ? All my speakers are connected using the speakers wires how do I plug into the Focusrite? I have everything to plug into my iPad following your video but I wonder if is possible to all this connect to loud speakers, sorry if I am confusing you, any kind of help I would appreciate, I can't wait to use my Focusrite but I want to use the right way - Pete thank you for your time , appreciate you , your talent and your knowledge , hope i here from you , take care be safe 🎶

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. Thanks for reaching out. Yes, you should be able to use some of yo ur existing gear. The 2i2 has what is caked a stereo TRS output which uses 1/4” cables. So you just need to determine what inputs your speakers or other gear use and then connect it up. This video has some information you might find handy related to this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqrVqY2oisqGe8k

[@lowellirish]

Hi Pete! This was very informative! Question? I have a TCH Playacoustic. Can this be used in place of an interface? Is this an "interface" as well? Will I be good to go if I get the hub and that little white thingy 🤣?? Forget what you called it...? I currently have bandlab running on my android phone.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Not sure sorry? Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group. createrecordreleaae.com

[@TheRockk35]

What about a regular power strip with USB ports on it? (5V 2.4A - enough juice to power an iPad well, compared to a phone, I read) would that work? It doesn’t say if it’s AC power anywhere - it’s hard to tell

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

That will power things up but you need it to be a hub to actually send data as well as power.

[@fatihnomore]

Hi Pete. Thanks for this helping video. I have a question for you. Can I use this process with Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (Gen 3) into my iPhone 6S ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, as long as you have the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter and a powered USB hub.

[@berrytan17]

Hi Pete I need your help 🙏 How to setup for music live stream with this equipments (focusrite, pc, and iphone)? Thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I’ve shared details about my setup on my Patreon. studiolivetoday.com/patreon. You could also maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group at createrecordreleaae.com, or the Discord group here - studiolivetoday.com/discord.

[@shashankmasih5442]

Hello Pete, I get to learn from your videos. Could you please help me, I am trying to connect my iPad using everything that you've mentioned but my iPad is not picking up the condenser microphone from the audio interface. ( no input channel has been showing). On IPAD.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’re using a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter? kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6WZi5awmbqXjJY

[@los4698]

Hello. Great video. Thank you. Question. Can you also link video for example iglive streams. I’m trying to go from my dj mixer into an interface then into the iPhone.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So I’ve showed my live stream setup previously which you can check out here. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ol7Oqn94dtVji80 All my gear recommendations are here - studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@rayprod8571]

Thank you and please if you say iphone/ipad also illustrate the iphone connecting procedures not just the ipad

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks for the feedback. It’s identical however for all Lightning based iOS devices.

[@mississippi_721]

Nice video buddy! Is it possible to play the sounds from the garageband with the keyboard? And how?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, you can connect a midi keyboard - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGLKeaqAocajaNU Or use the touchscreen keyboard to play instruments / kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2XTgYOlfrSbp7c

[@Thecoolman1]

Thanks for the useful info! I plugged my Interface into the usb3 adapter directly, and after blinking a while the power light fully turned on. The volume is quite low though, do you think I need a powered USB hub to get full volume?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It shouldn’t impact the volume of its working. You might need to increase the input gain or use a condenser microphone. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@javiergiraldez1647]

Do you know how to connect them to a Microsoft surface dock and use the tablet to stream or recording. I try Audi y and didn’t work with my behringer

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah not my specialty sorry.

[@leorosendow9728]

Which one has better audio quality? M track 2x2 or Presonus Itwo ???

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haven’t used these sorry. Most made by decent manufacturers are pretty cool and decent quality. Just make sure they are 24-bit compatible.

[@danielsolda8731]

Hello! I use an MTK12 signature interface. however, the iPhone Camera App does not capture the audio. in other apps the interface works. How can I do it? Also, what app are you using in this video to test the interfaces?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I’m using GarageBand on this demo. And all my USB connection info is here. studiolivetoday.com/usb