iXZ
Mic/Guitar Interface for Smartphones And Tablet Computers
iXZ is a pocket-sized mic/instrument input for smartphones and tablet computers. This powerful little gadget turns such a device into an instant recording studio. Plug in a microphone, guitar or bass to interact with the latest guitar amp, sampling, recording and DJ apps. The iXZ supplies phantom power for condenser microphones and a control to set the gain. There is also a headphone output to monitor from your iOS/Android* device.
The iXZ can be used in various applications and will surely be an indispensable tool for anyone who enjoys creating music.
Features at a glance
- High-quality mic/instrument preamp for smartphones and tablet computers
- Use your iOS/Android device for serious recording, guitar/bass/vocal training or karaoke
- Balanced/unbalanced combo input connector (XLR/TS)
- Switchable phantom power for condenser microphones
- Level control on mic input
- Headphone output
- Connection with mobile device via 4-pin mini plug (CTIA standard connector; an Apple Lightning adapter or OMTP adapter may be required to connect to your mobile device)
- No battery required when used as instrument preamp
- Two AA batteries required for mic preamp and phantom power
- Tascam 2-track recording app can be downloaded from AppStore at no charge
- Apple is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Specifications
| Analogue audio inputs and outputs | |
|---|---|
| Microphone/Guitar input | |
| Microphone input | XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) |
| Input impedance | 2.4 kΩ |
| Nominal input level | –42 dBu (INPUT Volume set to max.) +2 dBu (INPUT Volume set to min.) |
| Maximum input level | +2 dBu |
| Guitar input | 6.3-mm mono standard jack |
| Input impedance | 470 kΩ |
| Maximum input level | –10 dBV |
| Headphones output | 3.5-mm stereo mini jack |
| iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad connection cable | 3.5-mm 4-pin mini jack, 500 mm (CTIA standard, adapter required for OMTP-compatible devices) |
| Power supply and other specifications | |
|---|---|
| Power supply | Two alkaline batteries or NiMH rechargeables (used for microphone input) |
| Power consumption | Approx. 0.32 W (with phantom current 5 mA) |
| Battery life time (continuous operation) | 15 hours (with Evolta alkaline batteries, phantom current 5 mA) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 106 mm x 40 mm x 45 mm |
| Weight | 101 g (excluding batteries) |
| Operation temperature range | 5–40 °C |
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
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