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Indeed...
I mean the iPhone shipped with a Lightning headset and that's a no-go with every single hub I've seen so far?!
The LinQ USB-C bridge/hub I have accepts an additional USB-C device so when I don't have my Audient ID4mk2 connected I can connect the Apple USB-C -> 3.5mm dongle to it. If I use TRS headphones (with no in-line microphone) I can also record from a USB mic such as my 1st gen iRig Mic HD and monitor thru the headphones though the latency will be set by the hosts buffer size and hearing one-self 'delayed'(especially >1024 buffers) in the headphones is a sure way for getting dizzy fast and it becomes hard to speak clearly.
And I'll tag @jakoB_haQ since he's in Sweden. Kjell & CO seems to have added LinQ stuff to their product line-up!
This the new gen of the the one I've got minus the card-readers.
https://www.kjell.com/se/varumarken/linq/dator/mac-tillbehor/linq-5in1-pro-multiadapter-for-usb-c-5-anslutningar-p65834
(I've got the previous generation 7-in-1).
Cheers!
I’ve used this one for about a year . It’s been put to the test as I make music wherever I am . The car waiting to pick up kids , my studio or in bed 🤷♂️ I used it for about 6 months with a cheap
extension that was handy because if inserted into iPad with logo up on the ext cable , audio would continue from iPad speakers . Logo down and it would come through the hub 😉 but the cable died 🤣😂🤣 . The hub however (🤞don’t jinx me) is still fully functional 👍 snaps in tight even when left hanging when in iPad stand . It’s light but feels sturdy enough as I’ve dropped it a couple of times onto tile floor. I haven’t had need to test the sd or tf inputs but didn’t buy for this use so 🤷♂️ I have the 3 usb unit but see now there are 4 usb units . Have link here to same unit I have . I don’t know this seller , just sourced a link to similar unit .
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/165737744394?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=LccEW6gUQxm&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=lKZ1SDZvQOe&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
I think you just need the Apple headphone to USB-C adapter:
https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MU7E2ZM/A/usb-c-to-35mm-headphone-jack-adapter
You can plug it into a hub if you also need to run peripherals at the same time:
https://www.cultofmac.com/678055/pro-tip-your-apple-usb-c-headphone-adapter-works-anywhere/
So to summarize: you probably don't need an expensive USB hub.
There are several options that should work without problems:
If all you need to do is use headphones then there are two simple options:
Apple USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter:
https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MU7E2ZM/A/usb-c-to-35mm-headphone-jack-adapter
or the Apple USB-C to USB Adapter with a cheap DAC such as a Sharkoon or Soundblaster Play. Or a more expensive DAC such as the Dragonfly series:
https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MJ1M2ZM/A/usb-c-to-usb-adapter
If you need to power peripherals and use headphones, then get the more expensive Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter:
https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/product/MUF82ZM/A/usb-c-digital-av-multiport-adapter
then you can plug any hub you like into that, and also deliver power to the iPad using a powerbank plugged into the Apple adapter. This should charge your iPad and also help deliver power to your peripherals. If you plug a hub into the adapter (any hub will do, it doesn't need to be fancy), then you can plug a DAC into the hub, or even the Apple USB-C to 3.5mm adapter.
FWIW I'm still running a 10.5 Pro, but as it happens I always use a DAC anyway (never the headphone jack). But I am thinking of getting a new iPad Pro which is why I'm researching all the options. From what I can tell the simplest solution is to use the Apple adapters and a basic hub.
Just a FYI, the Apple headphones adapter beats most DAC’s available.
Ah - but the headphones I use aren't USB C. So I'd need a 3mm to USB C dongle, then a USB C to 3mm dongle?!!
Yes I agree, the main benefit of a separate DAC is to be able to control the sample rate so it's not locked to 48khz, but I'm not sure how well that works on the new iPads (I don't have one to test yet).
I was assuming you were using regular headphones with a 3.5mm connection, in which case the Apple dongle should do the job
(edit) in case it's not clear, you plug regular headphones or headsets into this:
That's the one I have, the cable feels pretty fragile so a a bit of gaffer-tape will do wonders just in case
I've abused the old Lightning -> 3.5mm dongle quite a bit and it's still working...
Oh I know it well, I use Yamaha’s other Bluetooth dongle, the UD-BT01 for another piece of kit, the Line 6 Short Board mkii midi foot controller which connects via USB-B. So the dongle powers it and transmits midi via BT. The short board has its own midi assigning software on desktop so you can go in there once and set everything and forget. Seriously works flawlessly with something like th-u which does CCs and midi mapping. The short board has like 13 footswitches and an exp pedal. I haven’t yet found a better combo than UD-BT01 plus ShortBoard mkii. For the dongle it needs to just be recognized first by your iPad via Midimittr app, and it’s set and forget.
How does this handle the mapping of the command key? Can it be remapped to the key(s) right next to the space bar?
This intrigued be for a bit….
https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-400/
Ah yeah, but I think that each of the hubs I used only had one USB C port and that was for charging. Apart from that they had only other types - USB 2 probably
fwiw, this Dell adapter might be a cheaper alternative to the apple adapter with power delivery:
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Adapter-USB-C-Power-Pass-Through/dp/B08BN321Z2?th=1
and fwiw^2, this Sabrent hub mostly works well for me with an m1 ipad pro, komplete audio 6 ifx & a couple usb midi controllers :
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KJR8LV5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
only problem is it will sometimes lose the ethernet connection until i cycle power on the hub. but my ethernet is a bit odd to begin with.
look at this... original hyperdrive ;-) solves your problem with Anker
This is very true, my hyperdrive 6 in one hasn't skipped a beat, no drop outs, works with multiple devices connected even by an Anker usb 3 hub in the usb a socket..
My Anker hub works like a dream had it for a few years
Yeah I’m gonna get the camera connector kit for my new M2 Pro and continue use to use my current audio interface with that. I already have a powered USB hub to power it all and connect my Keystep Pro. As long as I can plug in my ATH-M50x phones I’m happy.
I use Caldigit SOHO USB-C dock with a 65w Apple brick
it’s real limited for USB ports and I use the one usb-c for headphone dongle
But so far it has been working well. And it’s the newest fast usb spec.
Hello,
my angled Basseus' working good. On 2 iPads. But remember, this is version without memory card slots. This on Amazon is old crap. Shouldbe with HMDI on top, then on the side 2 x USB 3(?), USC-C w/PD, and audio jack. No troubles. Of course, in my rig, this hub is connected to another one, where all of the rest of my stuff is connected.
Cheers.
Get this. No need to thank me.
[picture of Novation AudioHub]
Forget it. It's discontinued.
Dang. I think you can still find em used for pretty reasonable price? It works very well as a midi usb hub in addition to the audio interface capabilities. I think it even has like 6 separate assignable outputs, technically. And a separate gain knob for headphone output.
I was very surprised at how much it could do!
Too bad
Just bought Hyperdrive 6-in-1 and i’m very satisfied … it firs perfectly and even with smart cover ot’s relatively ok, top cover is just s tiny bit elevated when closed, bottom cover no problem at all, fits perfectly ..
Just as a warning: I don't have first-hand experience with these, but other forum members have had issues, like shorting contacts in the connector (because it's easier to inadvertently apply torque to it) leading to pretty disastrous consequences for the hub and the ipad. Maybe that rubber thing does help prevent any meaningful twisting though.
yeah thst rubber black removable thing is absolutely essential.. i know some people remove it but that is bad idea and i can see how it can lead to issue you described .. when used properly (with it or using little cable adapter), it's pretty safe
Strongly recommend against this. Have had several, they both ended up failing and furthermore caused problems with my USB c port that were expensive to fix. If you are going to use it, at a bare minimum don't use it with the smart keyboard attached.
This is true about electrical issues - whoever did the wiring in the apartment I'm in needs to be shot lol
Also, to elaborate Dendy, when I last had problems with these models that sit flush to the iPad, although it seems you can use them fine with the smart keyboard, when I try to contacted the seller to discuss the hub failing and destroying my USB C port, they said it is not designed to be used with the smart keyboard due to the potential torque issues mentioned above by someone.
well in case you use any kind of cover or keyboard which may interfer with it’s direct connection, you can aways use it like this
as i said, in my case together with original apple smart cover it fits almost perfect