NAMM 2018: IK Multimedia Stomp IO - So What Is It?

We got a look   01-Feb-18

IK Multimedia trailed this prior to NAMM as a groundbreaking piece of technology. We went to find out what it was all about.

• Four onboard switches, expression pedal with optical switch
• 96kHz/24-bit built-in high-quality audio interface with input gain and volume control
• Hi-Z/Mic/Line Neutrik® combo input, balanced stereo, and headphone output
• Class A preamp with +48V phantom power for condenser microphones
• In/out LED bar VU-Meters
• MIDI in/out with two additional 1/4" switch/pedal controller inputs
• Integrated device bay for easy positioning of iPhone, iPad or Microsoft Surface
• Over $/€800 of included software and apps: AmpliTube 4 Deluxe, T-RackS processors (White 2A, Black 76, VC-670, EQP-1A, Mic Room) and Ableton® Live 9 Lite™ for Mac/PC, AmpliTube and AmpliTube Acoustic for iOS, VocaLive iOS and Mic Room for iOS
• Seamless, plug and play integration with AmpliTube (iOS/Mac/PC) and VocaLive (iOS)
• When used with iPhone and iPad it charges your device while you play
• Can also work as a standalone MIDI foot controller, without a device or computer
• Road-ready, rugged metal construction - can be carried anywhere
• Ideal for both studio and live use
• Optimal for guitar and bass players, singers, and vocalists
• Includes Mini-DIN/Lightning and USB cable