IK Multimedia iRig BlueBoard
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IK Multimedia
iRig BlueBoard
Product Info
Article Number:
312265
Brand:
IK Multimedia
Model:
iRig BlueBoard
Category:
Other Controllers
Price:
$97.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The iRig BlueBoard is a neat little solution for guitarists and keyboard players wanting wireless MIDI control on the go. It's especially handy for triggering loops, changing presets, or controlling effects within your DAW or iOS music apps – a real boon for mobile performers or those wanting a streamlined studio setup.
Product Description
- IK Multimedia iRig BlueBoard
- Bluetooth MIDI Pedalboard
- Range: 10 m
- 4 Backlit rubber pads for sending program-
- bank- and other MIDI commands
- 2x 6.3 mm Jack inputs for optional expression pedals or switches
- BlueBoard iOS app runs in background on mobile devices or Mac computers and translates Bluetooth messages to MIDI
- Requires 4 standard AAA batteries
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 275 x 92 x 25 mm
- Weight: 250 g
- iRig BlueBoard is compatible with iPhone 5
- iPhone 4S
- iPod Touch 5th generation
- iPad 4th generation
- iPad 3rd generation and iPad Mini
- iOS 5.1 or newer required
- Computer: All Mac computers which support Bluetooth 4.0 / Bluetooth Low Energy
- Models: iMac
- Mac Mini
- MacBook Air
- MacBook Pro (all models from June 2012)
- Compatibility may change
PROS
- • Compact footprint ideal for mobile setups and pedalboards
- • Rubber pads offer tactile response and reliable triggering
- • Bluetooth connectivity simplifies setup, eliminating cable clutter
- • BlueBoard app provides flexible MIDI command customization
CONS
- • Battery operation limits playtime and necessitates frequent replacements
- • Compatibility list restricts older iOS devices and Mac models
- • Limited number of pads restricts complex MIDI control assignments
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Bluetooth MIDI Pedalboard
Controls
4 backlit rubber pads, 2x 6.3 mm jack inputs
Connections
Bluetooth 4.0, 2x 6.3 mm jack
Power
4 x AAA batteries
Weight
250 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
While generally stable, Bluetooth can be susceptible to interference; testing range and potential sources of interference before a gig is advised.
The BlueBoard primarily relies on the IK Multimedia BlueBoard app, but it *should* be compatible with any app that utilizes standard Bluetooth MIDI.
Standard 6.3 mm expression pedals or footswitches designed for MIDI control will work, just ensure they output a continuous control voltage (CV) signal.
