MixPre II Series as Audio Interfaces for Tablets and Phones

The process described below is for connecting a MixPre II to a mobile device. Function and connectivity will vary based on the mobile app. Not all audio or calling apps allow USB audio. We have tested Zoom and Garageband. The following set-ups have been verified with the MixPre II Series but may also work for the first generation MixPre Series.

Recommended

 

USB from MixPre MixPre Model Device Type Required for Connection Notes
USB-C MixPre-3 II, MixPre-6 II, MixPre-10 II iPad (Models with USB-C Port) USB-C to USB-C cable 2-in/2-out audio interface to iPad (models with a USB-C port). iPad Pro will power the MixPre-3 II or -6 II in this configuration.
USB-C MixPre-10 II iPhone/iPad (Models with Lightning Port) Apple Camera Kit adapter 2-in/2-out audio interface to iPhone/iPad. Since this adapter cable has a power input, the iOS device can be charged at the same time. You will need to connect a USB wall charger to the camera kit adapter power input.

Not Recommended

USB from MixPre MixPre Model Device Type Notes
USB-C MixPre-10 II Android MixPre-10 II USB-C port can be used as a 2-in/2-out audio interface but compatibility is mixed and unpredictable. A Samsung Galaxy S4 running the Audio Evolution Mobile 5.0.3.2 app on Android 10 has been tested successfully.
USB-C MixPre-3 II, MixPre-6 II iPhone/iPad (Models with Lightning Port) As a 2-in/2-out audio interface to iPhone/iPad (w/lightning port) using the powered Apple Camera Kit adapter, compatibility is mixed and unpredictable.

Incompatible

USB from MixPre MixPre Model Device Type
USB-A MixPre-3 II, MixPre-6 II, MixPre-10 II iOS, iPad, Android
USB-C MixPre-3 II, MixPre-6 II Android