Powered USB Hub for under $20?

In this video, I check out the Tendak 4 port powered USB hub, which is a budget USB hub that can help you power and connect your USB devices to your Mac, PC, iPhone or iPad.
Check out the Tendark Powered USB Hub on Amazon:
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A powered USB hub can help you connect USB audio interfaces, microphones, MIDI keyboards and a whole range of USB devices to your iPhone, iPad, desktop or laptop computer.
If you are using audio equipment, especially with a mobile device, then a powered USB hub is an essential piece of gear to ensure you can connect and use all your USB audio gear with your iPhone, your iPad or your Mac/PC.
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[@PeteJohnsMusic]

⚡ Check out the Tendark Powered USB Hub on Amazon: US - amzn.to/2oeOyqu CA - amzn.to/2AH0nYX AU - amzn.to/338XpsF

[@GABRIELADAWSON]

Can I use my USB DRIVES for this???

[@SeanBrown23]

Hi! I use Bluetooth audio sound cards, do you think wireless or wired sound cards work better for condenser microphones?

[@howardanderson3061]

Hey Pete, I periodically am looking back at your old content and I must say, it’s always a pleasure to see your bright and positive personality. So refreshing….you make the world a better place!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks Howard. Really appreciate it my friend. Gold to hear from you again.

[@DonFranko68]

Hey Pete thank you so much for this great video. You can explain the technical function very well. It’s a fun to watch.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@MrRadsVarietyChannel]

Very true Pete, a powered usb hub is very important for a home studio space. Good work 🙏🙏

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Agreed! 👍

[@anomalisticaly]

thanks pete. i think this is the last piece of equipment i need for my home studio set up 👍 much love 👊

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@asd67lkj]

Just bought the current model of this hub from Amazon. Works as shown, for the Iphone 11 and Ipad Air2....thanks, subbed and binging your videos......

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend. Glad to hear. Yes, it’s a really solid hub even with today’s modern devices.

[@gleannmhuire]

Thanks Pete. Good work.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@x_xSanta]

Thank you for the recommendation! Works well.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Excellent! Great to hear.

[@stephen_belmonte]

Thank you, I am getting a HyperX Quadcast and I didn’t know what usb hub to get this helped a lot :D

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@VikramYarremsetty]

Almost 8 month old video,but still relevant and very well informative , thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@klaytonvonkluge4905]

Thanks a bunch , Pete, I've made numerous recordings via GarageBand because of YOU, (And I just today , 3/4/21 , picked up one of these Tendraks upon your recommendation, so I can record vocals and acoustic guitar into my ipad Air ) Thanks so much, I will recommend my other musical peers to check you out and "sub" !! You're very generous with your knowledge, and you're talented bloke to match! ~ Cheers

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks so much my friend. Appreciate you taking the time to let me know.

[@MrRadsVarietyChannel]

It's pretty cool that 4 different inputs can go through that one usb cable

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, USB hubs are super handy if you want a simple but flexible mobile recording setup.

[@peterbullock1498]

Hi. I have three of these. Two 7 port and one 4 port. They work perfectly. I purchased them from Amazon in the UK . They are known as Atolla here in the UK.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Ahhhhh.... that makes sense that these are the Atolla ones I hear a lot of my UK friends rave about. Thanks for the heads up!

[@RAYstllion57]

Great video thanks bro

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks my friend.

[@marionannmacredie]

Awesome! Ha...when I sang for the NZ Opera we had an Australian conductor who scathingly said “ the lights are on but there’s nobody home” referring to our inability to act and portray characters while singing 😁

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! Sounds like someone taking music tomorrow seriously there! Gotta have fun. 😄🙏

[@RainBow-op5go]

Awesome brother

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers my friend. It’s a pretty cool piece of kit.

[@slumdogjay]

I got the Atolla USB hub. Much the same as this one. Handy piece of kit.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, from the looks and specs, the Atolla is a rebranded version of the Tendak, just with a GB plug. Glad you like it. I use mine on the daily now!

[@guydanjou1804]

Yes the Atolla is exactly the same, and here in Canada on Amazon, it's less than half the price of this one.

[@YourreelmemoriesAu]

Thanks for the info Pete. As per your advice I’ve just received all these little devices and cables shown in this video and have connected to my new iPad mini. All working really well so no excuse for me not to be a bit creative. The good thing is with this setup I can even be amongst nature and have a little mobile studio while I’m camping here in NZ. Might be musically inspiring for me ha ha!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Awesome! That’s so good to hear. Yes, I love getting out in nature and recording music. There’s something about the combination or the natural with the cutting edge tech that makes it super inspiring.

[@godoscureful]

Hey Pete !. How is it going ?. Thank you so much for everything you have contributed to this channel. I got a question for you. I recently bought the usb microphone Samson C01U Pro ,(it hasn’t arrived yet) for working on my iPad. And I’m also looking for a usb hub to connect not only the mic but a mouse, keyboard and a usb flash drive. My question is: do I need specifically a powered usb hub ? Or with a normal usb hub it will be ok ?. Thank you so much !

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You will need a powered one like this to provide enough energy to power everything while connected, otherwise you'll be constantly battling "this device uses too much power" issues. If you want a portable solution, you can power your hub via a USB battery like this - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWOvoX-gfdN-fdk

[@meenamink418]

Can you please show of this setup works with harddrives without connecting charger to ipad as well. Or buying usb3 adapter with lightening charging port is absolutely necessary?!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. In my experience so far, all drives I have tried require the additional power. I am yet to try an externally powered hard drive but have heard that these DO work without additional power as long as they get all their power form the AC connection. I still highly recommend having a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter for reliability and flexibility however.

[@natan_km]

Great content! I was wondering if this hub simultaneously charges the iPad as well. If not do you know of any usb hubs that do? Sometimes with longer recording sessions it would be nice to have the iPad powered as well so it wont power off halfway through. Thanks.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes. It has a separate charge only port on the front that works great for this as long as you have an adapter with a lightning ot USB-C pass-through. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@emiel333]

Lovely those blue led lights on the hub! Great review btw. And I assume it’s $20 AUS? Maybe I will buy one of these to check it out for myself, Pete. And for I forget, I will send you an email within the next couple hours. Greetings, Emiel.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one Emiel. It’s $20 US actually. Cost me $24 here in Australia this is actually an ever better deal with the current exchange rate. Look forward to your email sir.

[@bencooperdrums]

Nice one Pete, you sound like mad craic! Is it possible to also power the iPad off the usb hub while interfaces etc are connected?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers mate. Yes, you can with this one as it has a dedicated power only port on the top. Don’t use any of the data ports or a gun that doesn’t have this or you could create a loop that may cause problems. If you have a hub without a power only port, use a separate battery or power outlet to power it up.

[@michaelmattson3515]

Ok ,I’m watching this one now. Can I take my Apple usb to lightning cable and plug it into the charging port out to the lighting input of the Camera kit so it will charge my iPad Pro 2nd generation 12” while in use? Thanks again for your channel.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. The genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter has a dedicated Lightning charger port that can keep your device charged - studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@aju_v]

Sir Front usb ports of my pc does not detect external harddisc but also detect pendrive can i solve this problem with this prodect ? ( Nb. My backside usb ports of pc does not detect even a pendrive but it detects usb mouse and keyboard. When external hdd connect to back side port of my pc led light in the ext.hdd will glowing very litely can i solve this problem using this product )

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I’m not quite sure what you’re asking here sorry? This video has some troubleshooting tips that might help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYeXdpJuiq12oKM

[@8abbas8]

Hello Pete, you have a magnificent channel thanks for your work here , I want to ask you, how can I avoid latency while monitoring my voice in recording session, I am using M-audio fast track Duo and and behringer B-2 microphone to recording voiceover .. thanks again..

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So it really depends on hat software you’re using. Some have options for the buffer and sample size which can help you reduce latency. Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group at createrecordreleaae.com, or the Discord group here - studiolivetoday.com/discord.

[@blueser100]

Another fantastic video Pete. I was wondering where do you monitor from, e.g., the Behringer interface, or the audio out jack on the iPad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Always out of the audio interface once it’s connected.

[@Slowed_Songs26]

Hi Pete, I am quite confused. When I plug in my wall power it doesn’t switch on… like the l.e.d. Lights don’t work

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Press and hold on the button to turn in that port. Don’t worry / I didn’t get this right away either as you’ll see in the video. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@NC0212]

Hello, with this device would I be able to get audio output and power to my USB RGB razor kraken headphones while getting input from my blue yeti USB microphone? I use GarageBand on an ipad

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Generally not. If you have a USB mic the audio output is generally routed through the headphone jack on the microphone. Or through the device’s headphone jack on older devices.

[@doughamilton2782]

I got the powered hub, but sometimes it just doesn't work. It worked yesterday but to day the lights just seem to flash on and off. It seems to lose power off and on. Any ideas ? Thanks!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

That’s a bugger? I’m a big fan of the Tendak and Atolla hubs and find them super reliable. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@dragnbrucelee5373]

Hey...I have an Android phone ( type c ) with no headphone jack. I want to connect my usb mic and my headphones to My android phone. I'm trying to figure out if there's any suitable adapter for that. Could you please reply if possible?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, you can use a similar adapter to the one k show here for my iPad Pro. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvck2R_iN5mrc0

[@sergiofabiani9168]

Hi Pete, I am taking huge advantage of your videos to get my gear up and running. A question: what is the reason leading you to plug your ipad to the front USB socket instead to one of the 4 top ones? I realize that it works ony that way and not otherwise (using it with my Android Smartpone and m_audio Air 192-4). Thanks again! Sergio

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Sergio. So the Tendak hub has 4 days ports on top and a “power only” in the front. Powering the ipad through a data port can cause issues with feedback loops so you always want to power via a powered only port. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZSQkH-fqtaciKM

[@sergiofabiani9168]

@@PeteJohnsMusic hey Pete, thanks for your reply. My question was not clear I fear :) I see In your video you connect your iPad first to the USB plug in the cable which comes with the USB hub. My question is: what if you plug the audio interface first, to that cable, and the iPad to one of the 4 ports?

[@SteveGuitar]

Hi Pete, I just found your channel. Awesome work! Really helpful. Question: I need a powered USB hub like this but I also need to monitor the audio output. I saw your other video about the USB sound hub and thought that was the winner and then I realized it wasn’t powered. (I’m trying to plug a novation launchkey into my iPad but still be able to run the 1/8” out into headphones or my powered speakers.) Thoughts?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. I’m wondering if you can perhaps daisy chain the two hubs together and thereby power the other hub’s ports and get the sound card as well? 🤔 What iPad are you using? With the Lightning based iPads you can connect a MIDI keyboard and still monitor out of the iPad’s headphone jack.

[@SteveGuitar]

Pete Johns thanks for the reply! I might try that, or just get their steinberg interface you mentioned in another video. Appreciate your channel!

[@jaredebeling1412]

Do you know if they make a USB c type version of this at the end that connects to the back of the Scarlett 4x4 ? (My Scarlett model has USB C )

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Personally I just use a standard USB hub and use a USB-C to USB-A cable. But yes, USB-C hubs exist, they’re just usually more expensive.

[@ransomzac]

Can I charge the usb hub then plug it into my phone with an otg cable and plug in a usb mic to one of the ports

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Probably not. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2W7eXSPedt7ptU

[@themastersvoice8636]

Dear Sir, Thank you for explaining to us .But let me ask you my doubt. 1) If we use USB Hubs without which has no charger support ( Non-chargeable USB hubs ) to a tab/mobile ( not to Laptop/computer) ,will it drain the battery of the Mobile/ Tablet considerably? 2) When I connect a non-chargeable USB hub to my mobile /Tablet , can I plug in the very mobile’s/ Tablet’s charger to the USB hub which is connected to the mobile/Tablet ,to give power to the USB hub connected to the same Mobile/Tablet ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Check out my other comment replies for more information. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@noru8360]

can this powered usb hub charge 5 phones without increasing their collective charge time? and is there shch equipment to charge multiple phones without dropping power

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. This is a powered hub as opposed to a charger so not the sort of device you’re looking for.

[@lrlyricalmusic9558]

Can you plug the hub right into a wall or do you need a special plug cause it looks different. I got the Scarlett 3rd gen kit and I’m trying to connect it to my phone 7

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yes. The powered USB hub just plugs in to a wall socket. This and all my gear recommendations are at studiolivetoday.com/gear.

[@hanf71]

Hey Pete, I have a Rode nt-usb mic. Could I just connect straight through the hub? Without using audio interface? Cheers Sean

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. USB mics can connect directly as long as you have a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGGyaK2ojbGeqMUsi=eTKltEDeGK2TPEb7

[@bobgame6485]

Hey Pete, thanks for all your videos, very clear and fun. Went to link for this tandem thingy, Amazon Au and it’s 75 bucks! Yikes, I guess the under $20 was US? Anything cheaper and reliable I can use? Cheers.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Thanks for the kind words. Oh dear! So yes, this used to be $19.99 here in Australia too. Looks like the local supplier may have run out of stock. I guess I sent too many people to them already! I’ll try to source another inexpensive one here in Australia but a quick search and it seems pretty light on. I might have to buy a 10 pack next time they’re in stock!

[@davidjohn9006]

26.99 aust currently, exchange rate conversion 🏋🏼

[@swedendive]

Is a need if I use USB mic? I have an USB mic to iPad but it dont work perfect.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, make sure you have a genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter and potentially a powered USB hub if it’s not sending enough power. studiolivetoday.com/gear

[@yuntv9892]

I watched well happy new year friend

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Happy New Year to you too. Thanks for your support.

[@boija1767]

hey pete, how to connect the USB hub to my type G socket?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Type G? Not familiar sorry. USB-C? Just need a USB-C to USB adapter.

[@aj81ds]

Hi Pete. What iPad case are you using in this video? Looks like it offers good protection.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. Yes, it’s the Logitech AnyAngle and it is indeed awesome. Sadly they don’t make this specific model for newer iPads. 😕 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH61oaiIpdqohac

[@alanburton8916]

Thanks for the vid, it prompted me to buy one. I just received my Atolla version of this. It makes the ipad subtly vibrate (I feel it on the back of the ipad) and the hub itself emits an electrical charge which I can feel when it’s touched. In your experience is this just a normal side effect of the device or do you think my unit is faulty and should be replaced?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hmmmm..... I have had not rot these experiences with the Tendak version personally and have had many other folks use this and the Atolla branded version without reporting this, so I’m not confident that yours is working as it should? Have you tried it with a different outlet? Sometimes you can get fluctuations in power that can affect powered devices? If you continue to have issues I would suggest returning and asking for a replacement.

[@FilmsFromMyLife]

Thanks for your swift reply. In that case I think it must be a faulty unit. I’ll get it replaced ASAP. Keep up the great work

[@Ruch120]

Hey has anyone tested if a Razer Nari Essential usb dongle will work with this to an iPhone/iPad? It should, shouldn’t it?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Generally most USB accessories are class compliant and will work these days.

[@Ivan-yj1wo]

Hello Pete. One more question if I may. I received my Tendak Hub today. Do you have any videos that will help me record my Yamaha P125 keyboard to my iPhone using this hub? I’m recording using my audio output to my Scarlett Solo interface. Thanks again.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. You’re wanting to capture MIDI? If so, this will help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKDQoaWdrddjl8U Capturing audio? kzbin.info/www/bejne/epPdaaauqt5ojpI

[@Ivan-yj1wo]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks so much.

[@blueser100]

I have this hub but Its not compatible with my iPad Air 4th gen (which is usb-c). What adapter or cable would I need to connect this hub to my iPad? Thx.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Just pretty much any USB-C to USB adapter will work. I use and recommend this one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvck2R_iN5mrc0

[@blueser100]

@@PeteJohnsMusic terrific Pete. I should have known that you already made a video on that! 😊👍

[@wuwliwonka]

Apart from powering the other devices, will it also power the iPad itself? More specifically, will the iPad remain connected to the devices whilst charging? This is a problem I encountered. I went for something similar because I couldn't find the Tendak where I'm from.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. It won’t charge your actual iPad or iPhone. You’ll need to use the genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter and plug in to the lightning port on that.

[@wuwliwonka]

Thank you for your prompt response! I don't suppose it makes a difference if my iPad is USB-c compatible? @@PeteJohnsMusic

[@e12onbeatmusic17]

I like your video

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thank you my friend. I hope you enjoy the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing.

[@m.a.qureshi6998]

Pete i added your music on a video, but there is no nusic sound, (muted) just i see on the screen, that your music is on my video

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. I might need some more information here. What are you using to add my music to a video?

[@josephmartin5436]

Can you use it to power behringer uphoria ucm204 HD and connect to the computer

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You can, but most computers don’t need a powered hub. Most can power the interface directly.

[@_Mukulpasrija_]

Hey @petejohnsmusic can you tell me the power adapter jack size. Thank you.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Can’t remember sorry. I think I explain it in this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWOvoX-gfdN-fdksi=s6ST3OX2_CDQLsSO

[@LoveyFingers]

Hi Pete, good video, Soooo... i have an older 5th gen Ipad, (lightning port) I just ordered one of these hubs because I just purchased my first interface, the Audient EVO 4 interface (based on Patricks review of it) and was disappointed to find out that it can't be powered via the genuine Apple lightning to usb 3 adapter, so now I need one of these too (ugh, this is exactly why I resisted DAWs for so long) anyway, based on your Ipad videos, I think I'm gonna upgrade real soon to an Ipad Air 11", 512 M2 model. My interface can be powered via the USB C from that model Ipad (C to C), but how do I keep power to the Ipad while using the interface? Can this hub help with that? I think I'm overwhelmed from all the research on options right now and can't seem to wrap my head around it at the moment. Thanks for all you do!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. So, you’ll need yet another decide (I know!) which I cover in this one - kzbin.info/www/bejne/labCo6mJgbWMmq8si=cMnFrNe2oY3eooqE

[@LexiAzure]

If I have a plug in my ipad and use a non powered usb hub will it work the same way?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. In my experience a powered hub works more reliably.

[@drums5434]

Pete, Could I plug an USB mic or possibly two USB mics directly into the hub without using an interface? My recording software is right on the iPad. Thanks,

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You can use one USB mic as it has its one interface built in. However you can’t use a second one - iOS only supports one input/output device at a time. studiolivetoday.com/usb

[@drums5434]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Even if I use a powered hub? Would it be better to use an interface with two jacks and could I plug that directly into the iPhone? I guess if I was doing that I wouldn’t have to use a USB mic. I still like the idea of using one USB condenser mic I could probably pick up the whole kit if it was placed correctly.

[@azjeep]

does these hubs feed power backing your computer? i hooked one up and if feed power into my motherboard is this normal?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It should only provide power to the USB devices connected and shoul not harm your computer.

[@Nobody-te9ek]

I have an iPad 6th generation will it be able to support recording vocals via this kit ? If anybody knows pleas tell me thank you 😊

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. As long as your iPad runs iOS 14 it should be usable. studiolivetoday.com/ipad

[@Nobody-te9ek]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks for the millionth time man

[@GeoffreySecco]

I Pete, thank you for your vidéo. Is that possible to do Instagram live with this configuration? (Recording music live on instagram?)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

It does work with most apps including Instagram. Sometimes you need to unplug and replug once you’re in the app.

[@GeoffreySecco]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks!

[@khaldrago9918]

bro i hav ipad 6th gen how to connect with my midi

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’ll generally need either an audio interface with MIDI in or a Lightning to USB 3 adapter. Here’s a video which will help - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGLKeaqAocajaNU

[@oscaroscar7904]

Hi :-) I have being trying to get this to work, and your channel is the only one I can find with some details on this issue, I got my microphone, I also have a focusrite scarlett 2i2, and the last thing thats left is to connect the ipad to it, but I went and bought a usb hub 3.0 since I know it need to be 3.0 to draw enough power (not 2.0 ) or something, however the light on the scarlett is red, and it works on the pc, so I am thinking its something to do with the usb hub I bought (it was just a normal 3.0 usb hub) and maybe it eather needs even more power from a larger (better) usb hub, or it has to have another appel thing to make it recognice itself in garageband, any tips? By the way I heard some of your electronic music in a video in my feed, great stuff, really detailed compositions, I will have to try that one day :-)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sounds like it could be a power issue? Make sure the hub you use is powered. This video has more details - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZSQkH-fqtaciKM

[@dxncypher]

download the drivers 😕

[@hassanabbas5951]

Hello dear thx for the video, does it work with out connecting to power for mouse and keyboard or need power ?does an power bank can deliver the power to the hub or only ac power ? Thx

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Most keyboards and mice don’t require much power, especially wireless ones as they have separate batteries. This video shows how you can use the hub with a portable battery. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWOvoX-gfdN-fdk

[@hassanabbas5951]

@@PeteJohnsMusic great and fast answering thx

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

👍🙏🤘

[@fijaystudio]

how'd you get it for 20 bucks? Only a few mths later and amazon here is 32-33 bucks and ebay?! 60 and up

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah, I got it originally for AUD$19.99 and at the same time it was USD$19.99. Now it's about $23 US and over $30 here in Aus. Hopefully it wasn't me that increased the demand and pushed the price up!

[@commanman974]

I am new to apple. I bought an ipad air 3. There is an app called home in my ipad. When I try to open it, it always stays loading for many minutes and it never opens. Is there something wrong with it?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

What are you looking to do with Home? I don’t own any Apple connected home products so I don’t use it. If it’s not loading, the standard advice is to close all apps, power off and back on and then try again. You can also try deleting the app and then downloading again from the App Store if you are still having problems.

[@commanman974]

@@PeteJohnsMusic surprisingly the opened without doing anything ha ha. Thanx for the reply.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! Glad I could "help". 🙏

[@LexiAzure]

Have you tried an orico powered hub? Its also under $20! Edit : I received but its not acting like a regular powered usb hub. When I plug the hub to my ipad it wont work unless my ipad is plugged in and charging! It works but it wont work unless the ipad is charging. Is it the hub or my ipad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I haven’t no. Different hubs are sold in different parts of the world and the Tendak seems to be in the most places

[@i-adonald1499]

I have a multichannel digital input. Is the sound quality acceptable though the lightening connection? I am considering buying the powered USB lightening adapter. I know you say its an investment. I tried a cheap one and it didnt work! (Like you suggested it wouldn’t) $65 for an apple dongle thing? 🤬 Yes yes it’s useful for lots of things. LED Lights. Feelin the blue goodnessss. OH YEAH

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! Nothing beats a blue LED. I know. It genuinely hurt handing over 65 clams and walking out with a piece of plastic, but I've gotta say it's the most useful and integral part of my mobile recording setup and has literally never failed in the 2+ years I've had it, and it still in perfect condition despite getting a beating from me on a daily basis. I'm genuinely not one to suggest people spend money when they don't have to, but this is one place where you definitely get what you pay for.

[@i-adonald1499]

I’ve ordered the famous dongle and the USB hub. I’ve shopped the hubs. The Tendak hub with the power supply is fantastic value at $24 AUD on Amazon. Thank you for the vid. 🙏

[@falc56]

Hi Pete, will the charge port power the iPad Pro 12.9 ? Great video 👍

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there Colin. Sort of. I have found that it keeps it at about the same level of charge when you’re using it, and sometimes even loses charge slowly if I’m recording or mixing a lot of tracks.

[@falc56]

Hi Pete, Very much appreciated for your swift reply and information. I will give it a go and update you 😀

[@SPSMILE19]

Where you go to buy Tenourk USB 3.0 HUP

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there! These are sold on Amazon. Links in the video description or at studiolivetoday.com/gear.

[@princessl.d.g.]

What if I don't a computer? Could I just plug it in the wall?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. That’s what I recommend.

[@davidjohn9006]

And the follow-up result, yes or no for general, long-term as a port? 🏋🏼

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yep. Still using it today as my go-to powered USB hub.

[@davidjohn9006]

Pete Johns great, putting it on my shopping list... your word is gospel 😉👍🏼

[@rmadayah7990]

Thank you for the review now I know how to turn it off. 😂 I bought one off eBay yesterday.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Glad I’m not the only one who struggled with that. 😎

[@freddiemurphy2000]

Hey Pete, I bought a 2.0 USB Hub. Will this work?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Yup, should do as long as it’s sending 5v of power and is a powered hub. (Not just a power bank).

[@TheAmateursOriginalMusic]

For a limited budget would you choose that Beringer over an Irig 2?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I would go in the middle and buy a Steinberg UR12 actually, but if you have a limited budget and have (or can buy) a lightning to USB adapter, the a Behringer is a good entry level option and I would select this over an IRig 2 (analog), but it is probably on par with the iRig HD (digital version using lightning).

[@TheAmateursOriginalMusic]

Pete Johns cheers Pete, do you know if the UMC22 and UMC202HD are also compatible with Ipad?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, the UMC range will work, but will need a powered USB hub to run - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6uZqqiMlNuMn6c

[@ZuirfanJamil]

Hello Pete, does this work for Macbook?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. Anything you can connect via USB.

[@johnkluth1894]

How many volts for the power supply?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

The hub just uses any AC adapter that can send 5v.

[@andthesunsets]

Did you test the speed though? Is it really 3.0? or just a fake 2.0?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

To be very honest? All the gear I use is USB 2 anyway and I rarely use any external drives which need a lot of speed. Others have used. And confirmed it’s USB 3 transfer speeds.

[@j.d.3269]

Nice video! Is it compatible with UASP?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

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

[@j.d.3269]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thank you very much for the info.

[@joaquinflores3547]

Will this work for a USB mic?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yup. Any powered USB devices - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2W7eXSPedt7ptU

[@blueredman1070]

But does the USB power hub power the ipad at the same time as the interface?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes. But you need to connect to the charging port and then to the Lightning to USB 3 adapter.

[@rachelkaraoke7461]

That hub is wicked

[@ardimaulana8429]

Any update ? Is this scenario is good ? I mean, doeas its effect the charging time ?

[@m.a.qureshi6998]

Now i have your song, well the error happened, it was cause by DC.., now is all fine. Thank you

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hi there. Glad all is fine. 👍

[@thepadenshow1945]

Can it work with a Android phone as well ??

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I would imagine so? But don’t use Android so not sure sorry.

[@thepadenshow1945]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks anyways I think I'm gonna go for it and see what happens I'll message you too let you know if it works

[@dafingaz]

LED lights for the win!!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nothing makes me happier than blue LEDs... until the novelty wears off on about day three. 😅

[@dafingaz]

Pete Johns LoL.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

😁

[@MrRadsVarietyChannel]

Yes my friend. LED FOR THE WIN

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

😅🙏

[@josh_gamboa]

Can u use it on the ps4

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I haven’t tried it but I believe so?

[@josh_gamboa]

Thanks bro

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

👍

[@jerrymontalbano3222]

Critique: The review was good. Further, it's not great if it only includes PROs and forgets about the CONs. I've found a few CONs and it should be mentioned. One, the unit has "blinking capability". When I plugged in a USB "Pocket Juice" which allows me to bring the portable charger out in the field for charging power., the unit's other plugged in unit "blinks". So, I'm assuming it gathers too much power to charge the unit and the other 3 USB devices which are plugged into the Atolla 7-port start blinking. It blinks until I disconnect the Pocket Juice. Obviously not every device charges well. I received a Windows Explorer error: "power surge on the USB (unknown device needs more power than the port can supply error"). The juicer turns red hot to the touch trying/plugging in the charger. The computer continued to give me warning about the power surge.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice additional information my friend. Thank you. Yes I tend to review based on my real world use but others may (and do) have different experiences which is important to note.

[@hannahgreathouse4173]

Why isn’t garage band in the App Store..

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. It’s likely you are running iOS 12 or earlier if you can’t see GarageBand in the App Store. GarageBand requires the new iOS 13 to download and run. If you have downloaded GarageBand before, you can re-download it using the method I show in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXvXZWyXnKmfZq8.

[@hannahgreathouse4173]

So it’s not available on IPhone 6? Because that’s what I’m on

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

No, unfortunately iOS 13 is only available on iPhone 6S/SE or above. Check out this video for more information - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXvXZWyXnKmfZq8

[@kemmiitv762]

I bought a usb hub ..... but it wasn’t powered 😑🤦🏾‍♂️

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Bummer! 😕

[@hassanabbas5951]

Is there any problem connect it to mouse keyboard and external ssd r hdd at same time ? Or need more power ?

[@MrChato-yi7zw]

Unfortunately I bought this item because this site made a video showing that It was possible to connect a USB audio interface to an iPad and it would work for use of a microphone to do recordings... but it doesn’t. there is NO power being sent to the iPad using this device when plugged into the wall, only power to the interface when combined (which I could’ve just as well used an adapter to plug directly into the wall alone).... still not sure of the usefulness and what good this device is #wastedmoney

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. Did you combine this with a class compliant interface and genuine Apple Lightning to USB 3 adapter? I show this again in this video if you need more guidance - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZSQkH-fqtaciKM

[@MrChato-yi7zw]

I thought having the Tendak USB port you featured (when plugged from the wall while having my Presonus 24C interface plugged into it - and the Tendak when connected via a lightning adapter, into my Apple iPad would automatically mean power to BOTH essential units for recording .... but it doesn’t, and so I’m guessing there isn’t a way to power BOTH the interface AND the iPad so I don’t have to eventually run out out of battery life on the iPad?

[@tapptom]

It failed after one week

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thanks for the feedback. Not good news! I’ll see how I go. Hope you could get a refund/replacement.

[@melarryo1676]

DO NOT BUY THIS HUB.... Read my story...... I bought two and they are garbage. I plugged mine into the USB 3.0 port on the back of my computer and turned on all the switches. I plugged in a Western Digital 500GB Blue 3Dnand drive into one of the ports and copied some files from my computer to the WD drive. I got a transfer speed of 200+ MB/s. Then I plugged it into the next port and got a transfer speed of 1.1MB/s. Yup... I kid you not... 1.1 Then I plugged into the next port and the next port and got 1.1MB/s again. SO that's THREE ports of 1.1MB/s and one port of 200MB/s. The port closest to the cable connections is the one that gave me the 200MB/s. I contacted the seller who said he would send me a new one free of charge. I offered to send the original two back but he said it wasn't worth it. So when I got the new one, I made the same tests and got the EXACT same results. High speed on the first port near the connectors and 1.1MB/s on the other three ports. So... I plugged it into another USB port and get the same results. Then I plugged it into another computer and got the same results. Then I switched out the WD 3Dnand for a HP 240GB and got the same results. Now, the speeds on the HP were a bit slower than the WD because it wasn't a 3Dnand drive but the overall result was the same. At that point, I just threw all three of them away. I swear on a stack of bibles with my hand in the air... this is a true story.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Sorry to hear. I guess like all things nothing is perfect. Mine is still going strong and many folks have picked these up without issues.

[@melarryo1676]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Yeah, you say that, but have you ACTUALLY paid attention to it working properly? I mean, when I plugged the drive into ports 2, 3 and 4, they worked. I was able to format a drive and copy files, but the speed was seriously compromised. If I were you, I'd perform a similar test to make SURE your ports are working at USB 3,0 specs.

[@themastersvoice8636]

Dear Sir, Thank you for explaining to us .But let me ask you my doubt. 1) If we use USB Hubs without which has no charger support ( Non-chargeable USB hubs ) to a tab/mobile ( not to Laptop/computer) ,will it drain the battery of the Mobile/ Tablet considerably? 2) When I connect a non-chargeable USB hub to my mobile /Tablet , can I plug in the very mobile’s/ Tablet’s charger to the USB hub which is connected to the mobile/Tablet ,to give power to the USB hub connected to the same Mobile/Tablet ?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I would recommend just getting a powered bus hub. Non-powered hubs rarely work with these sort of applications.

[@themastersvoice8636]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thanks.