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Recs for a powered USB hub for a USB-C (2020 iPad Pro)?
See thread title. Just need to plug in my interface (USB-A or C), MIDI USB (A), and would like something that will charge the iPad (USB-C)/provide power while using.
I know there’s threads, but nothing recent, and I’d like something shiny and quality, not just a cheap fix. Have an Apple A to C adapter if needed.
Thank yous
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Kingston Nucleum working well here. 2020 iPad Pro M1 with MOTU M4 and Apogee Jam+ interfaces.
Recent thread, very high quality, zero issues I love it:
https://forum.audiob.us/discussion/46468/baseus-ipad-usb-c-hub-works-really-well#latest
Note that there are two models, revised one (mine) has two USB-A ports and on/off switch.
You can also consider an interface that can be powered with DC power. I like the Tascam HR series interface I have right now. I find this simpler than a powered USB hub with iOS devices, but it depends on your needs, maybe a USB hub will be useful to you for more than just power.
I use the Uni USB-C hubs. They're the only ones I’ve found with a detachable cable.
https://smile.amazon.com/Ethernet-Adapter-uni-Detachable-Compatible/dp/B07Q6YS7W2/ref=sr_1_4?crid=304YCWYBTK410&keywords=uni+usb+c&qid=1643324643&sprefix=Uni+usb,aps,110&sr=8-4
I got an Other World Computing (OWC) Thunderbolt dock for my M1 iPad Pro and I love it. They also have USB-C (non-Thunderbolt) docks that are considerably less expensive. I agree that this is no place to pinch pennies since every device I want to connect has to run through that dock. If the 2020 iPad Pro supports USB 4 for example, then don't settle for a USB 3.1 dock.
Having lost so many devices to overworked attached cables, the detachable cable is hella sexy.
@oat_phipps . To charge the iPad while the hub is connected, the hub needs to support USB-C Power Delivery. These are not just words, it's a standard. The hub will have one USB-C port that is power only, and you connect a USB-C charger module to it. You may need one with a higher wattage rating than the one that came with the iPad, since it needs to power the hub and the connected devices as well as the iPad. Power delivery uses voltages higher than the traditional 5 volts. The actual voltage used is negotiated between the charger and the device.
here is another with detachable cable that has been working well for me. has one more usb-a port fwiw:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KJR8LV5
That’s pretty slick. I actually ended up returning the bigger Uni one and getting their smaller one and an additional USB 2.0 hub to mount under my desk. Something like this might have saved me the trouble.
The other thing to note with these hubs with the detachable cords is that the cable between the hub and the iPad is VERY important. Turns out I got the wrong one (the one in the box is fine but very short), so it doesn’t work with my new external monitor. Luckily Amazon is fast with these things.
https://shop.acasis.com/products/acasis-portable-10-in-1-hub-with-ssd-enclousre-kickstarter-hot-campaign
If you prefer to have all ports USB-C then I can really recommend the Sitecom CN-386. Very low power consumption because it does not have all these ports for HDMI, Ethernet, cards, etc. You can just use the Apple headphone dongle.
https://www.sitecom.com/en/usb-c-hub-4-port/cn-386/p/1881
I am using the powered LINQ 4-in-1 USB-C. Both on iPad Pro and Mac mini. Works like a charm
Thank you all
Interesting. I thought "Is this the long-sought USB-C hub?" But it looks like those are just high-speed USB 3.1 ports with USB-C connectors. This is probably great for music applications, but might not handle all devices using USB-C connectors. Certainly, it makes sense to drop all those extra features that just suck power.
Really happy with mine- I have the earlier version and am planning to buy the updated one.
No issues at all, have gigged with it too.
The form factor can't be beaten- it looks like part of my iPad pro when attached.
Writing this is a good reminder to sell the crappy Apple adaptor that cost more...
Yes, it’s „only“ USB 3.1 @10Gbps and not Thunderbolt or USB4. IMHO that’s enough for most external drives but surely for music making. It’s also worth to mention that it doesn’t support DP-Alt, so no USB-C monitors. AFAIR power consumption is below 0.6 Watts. There are multiport hubs out there that consume a whopping 8 W.
Thanks for the clarification. Just want to alert folks who might have grander expectations.