Without going into the details, take it from us – it’s not going to sound as good as you’d like it to. Plus as an added performance feature, iRig HD 2 has an integrated microphone stand “clip” and Velcro strap so you can secure it to a mic stand on stage for live performance. It might seem targeted at beginners who are just starting out, but it’s good enough for professionals who know what they want.

But my android connected with no problems and works well with my DAW and with the effects in my DAW as well.

Two microphones are sitting in front of the amp’s speaker – tightly together to alleviate possible phase issues. Thus allowing me to have both available for clients who are wanting my guitar playing added to their tracks. Its aluminium casing and small size means you can travel with it without worrying about damaging it. Also new is a knob to control input gain, plus a belt clip and Velcro loop so that you can attach the iRig 2 to a microphone stand. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development.

There are plenty of times I'd love to plug in and play guitar, but can't, because either my wife is watching a show or I'm afraid I'll wake the kids up. iRig HD 2 features an unbalanced 1/4" Amp Out jack that you can use to send your processed or unprocessed guitar signal to an external amplifier, floor tuner or completely different rig setup for live performance. Better still, the IK Multimedia iRig 2 allows you to connect to an amplifier and even connect headphones thanks to a range of outputs that accommodate any setting, whether that's in the studio, stage or just jamming with friends.

TONEX syncs all your Premium Tone Models across Mac/PC and iOS, plus gives you access to ToneNET for a limitless supply of inspiration. The other jack socket (with a little amp icon) has a lead which takes the signal into my guitar amplifier. However, you can also use the amplifier output jack to go to your guitar amp, a powered speaker or studio monitors. The easiest thing is to use the headphone jack in the HD 2, though there are a number of different options.

The iRig HD 2 was class compliant with the Mac OS, but I still had to make sure it could "talk" with whatever software I was using. noise that the iRig introduces to the signal is totally audible – and of course, totally unacceptable. You can then use programs like AmpliTube 5 (full or SE version) to run effects and amp models, or to record and produce your own music.iRig HD 2 will free your mind from the confines of tradition and inspire you to be your creative best.