IK Multimedia iRig 2

Playing the guitar (in my case) allows you to use this gadget while sitting on the couch using your phone. Connected to the phone (there must be software installed) and you play. I will name one minus: this is an extremely short mini-jack that connects to the phone. It would be better to make it separate or longer. The quality of the material is good. Since I do not use additional pedals, I do not use the thru fx switching function. This device allows you to play both through headphones (without distracting others with your game) so connect to the speakers. The quality of the materials is good.

It's a fine piece of equipment but it doesn't really blow me away.
If you're looking for something to allow you to get some practice while you're on the move then sure it'll do that but do expect to be fiddling around with sounds on the app for longer than you expected.

The device itself as a piece of hardware is of decent construction. It's well laid out to keep it streamlined and it is easily attachable to a mic stand or to your belt with the provided velcro strap which is a nice touch.
The connections are all solid and it feels sturdy enough for its plastic construction.

Due it being reliant on other hardware/software however it does leave a lot to be desired when it is paired with amplitube for android.
Maybe it's because it's still early in it's foray into the android market but it is lacking in comparison to using it on Apple.
I'm not a fan of Apple products but I have used amplitube on iphone and ipad with the original irig and it had a wealth of extra features that just don't seem to be catered to on android.
I wouldn't really recommend it yet but once they work the kinks out I'd hope it will get better.
Still if you're going to be on the road practicing then it does the job

Brilliant little device that helps you make the most of music production apps. I'd previously used Garage Band (other apps also available)for producing tracks by exporting files from my PC to my iPad as that was the only way of recording guitar through an USB audio interface but now with the iRig, my iPad can communicate with my guitar and I can record directly to the app. The device in itself is sturdy, light and unobtrusive. It can stand the knocks and isn't overcomplicated with excessive switches. Input gain adjustable so you can listen directly via studio headphones as you strum/record or even route it through studio monitors/amp. My only complaint would be that the input gain adjust wheel is a little fiddly and requires checking to see if it is on max/min or if in fact you're turning the wheel at all. But for that, I'd have given it 5 stars.

I got it with at the same time as my first electric guitar instead of an amplifier because I play mostly at home and don´t have a lot of space for an amplifier.

I found it quite easy to setup and start working with, it works really good with my apple computer and phone. I can mention that it works as it should with any amplifier simulator software, but it has a bit of background noise that is not there when I plug the guitar to an amplifier. I´m happy playing with it also because I can simulate any amplifier and pedal I wish to understand what I like and want to get in the future, as mentioned before I just started into the electric guitar world.

Got this one for my iPad and using it with amplitube. Works like a charm and the monitor output is of huge benefit. It can work with rehearsals, and when being on the road with a little amp.
Of course you can use it on the stage or in studio, but I prefer my pedal board and rig. On stage I'm kinda old school.
It's perfect for having around for students to work with good sounds.

The only reason I gave it 4 stars out of 5 is that I'd like to see the future version with 2 isolated inputs, so you can plug 2 guitars. I guess amplitube, or what ever is out there to be used, also needs an upgrade.

Anyways, this is it for guitar players, goin for the cool sounds of digital rigs coming out of a monitor.