IK Multimedia is now shipping iRig MIDI 2, their portable Lightning/USB MIDI interface for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch (as well as Mac and PC).

With detachable and interchangeable cable inputs, standard MIDI connectors, and compact design, iRig MIDI 2 adds a new level of portability and connectivity to mobile music-making.

“Universal” Connectivity. The iRig MIDI 2’s Lightning connector provides connectivity with iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPad Air, iPad (4th generation), iPad mini and iPod touch (5th generation). iRig MIDI 2 also works with earlier generations of iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, using an optional 30-pin connector. Connection to Mac and PC comes by way of its included USB cable. iRig MIDI 2 cables are fully detachable and interchangeable via its Mini-DIN connector.

For musical instruments or connecting other devices, iRig MIDI 2 is equipped with three standard-sized female MIDI DIN sockets: IN, OUT and THRU, allowing for full MIDI functionality and connectivity with any MIDI-enabled device.

Companion Apps. iRig MIDI 2 comes with a suite of music creation apps; for iOS users, via App Store download, sound/groove station app SampleTank FREE, and piano app iGrand Piano FREE.  Mac and PC users alike receive SampleTank 3 SE, a free special edition of IK’s SampleTank 3 desktop sound workstation. iRig MIDI 2 also works with all MIDI compatible Mac and PC software, plus the entire spectrum of Core MIDI apps for iOS such as GarageBand, Cubasis, Music Studio, BeatMaker 2, Animoog, Korg Gadget among others.

Pricing & Availability. iRig MIDI 2 is available now from music and electronics retailers worldwide, as well as from the IK Online store for only $99.99 / €79.99 (plus tax). Additional information is available at the IK Multimedia website.