iPad Pro Recording music on iPad Pro 2018

[r_stranger]

Hello, I just received the iPad Pro 2018. While I do most of my recording on my MBP, I would like to record some tracks on the iPad as well. I have an Apogee Mic 96k (USB mic) which I'm told I can use an adapter to switch over to USB-C. Great.
However, without a headphone jack, how do I input both 1/8" headphones and USB mic into the iPad? I need to monitor the tracks I'm recording. Just to clarify, I don't need any XLR inputs.
I'm sure there are a million items out there, but I was hoping to hear from someone that has solved this situation for themselves that may have a recommendation, etc. Thanks!

 

[Stackin]

I think you need a USB hub. There are versions available that have headphone jacks as well as USB for your mic.

Just do a search on Amazon for “usb-c hub headphones” and you’ll find a number available. I have a USB-C hub myself, but it doesn’t have an headphone jack, so I can’t test this. Perhaps someone can confirm this would be suitable?

 

[r_stranger]

I think you need a USB hub. There are versions available that have headphone jacks as well as USB for your mic.

Just do a search on Amazon for “usb-c hub headphones” and you’ll find a number available. I have a USB-C hub myself, but it doesn’t have an headphone jack, so I can’t test this. Perhaps someone can confirm this would be suitable?

Hi Stackin, yes, you are correct. After a bit of research, I found some on Amazon. I had no idea hubs were made for iPads—initially I was searching for adapters and wasn't having much luck in the results. Thanks so much for your help.

 

[AutomaticApple]

After a bit of research, I found some on Amazon.

I would specifically recommend this one.

USB C Hub Adapter for 2018 2020 iPad Pro 12.9" 11", 10.9" iPad Air 4, 4-in-1 Mini Type C Hub with USB C to HDMI 4K@60Hz, PD Charging, USB2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack Compatible with MacBook Pro Air

www.amazon.com

 

[r_stranger]

I would specifically recommend this one.

USB C Hub Adapter for 2018 2020 iPad Pro 12.9" 11", 10.9" iPad Air 4, 4-in-1 Mini Type C Hub with USB C to HDMI 4K@60Hz, PD Charging, USB2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack Compatible with MacBook Pro Air

www.amazon.com

Thank you for this recommendation!

 

[georgivelev]

I record music on the iPad with the program Cubasis and a Yamaha mixer + xlr microphone. It’s a great combination because this way I avoid any noise that may come from my mac mini ventilators. I connect the iPad to the mixer with a USB-C to USB-B cable.

 

[r_stranger]

I record music on the iPad with the program Cubasis and a Yamaha mixer + xlr microphone. It’s a great combination because this way I avoid any noise that may come from my mac mini ventilators. I connect the iPad to the mixer with a USB-C to USB-B cable.

Thanks for this info, georgivelev. I imagine this allows you to monitor while recording (and playback) with headphones through the mixer?

 

[georgivelev]

Thanks for this info, georgivelev. I imagine this allows you to monitor while recording (and playback) with headphones through the mixer?

That’s exactly what I do. There is no latency whatsoever. The mixer has a setting which does not route the playback coming from the iPad (channels 9/10) to the audiobus - I hear it but it does not get recorded.

Cubasis allows me to loop record multiple takes (for a specific song excerpt I got to 60+ takes - meaning that I am not a good instrumentalist but hey it’s just a hobby). So far Cubasis and iPad work without breaking a sweat.

 

[r_stranger]

That’s exactly what I do. There is no latency whatsoever. The mixer has a setting which does not route the playback coming from the iPad (channels 9/10) to the audiobus - I hear it but it does not get recorded.

Cubasis allows me to loop record multiple takes (for a specific song excerpt I got to 60+ takes - meaning that I am not a good instrumentalist but hey it’s just a hobby). So far Cubasis and iPad work without breaking a sweat.

Excellent. I appreciate your feedback!