Connecting a USB-C microphone to your iPad Pro is relatively straightforward if your iPad model supports USB-C, such as the iPad Pro, iPad Air (4th generation and later), and iPad Mini (6th generation and later). Here's how you can do it:
1. Ensure Compatibility: First, verify that your iPad Pro has a USB-C port. Most recent models do, but it's essential to check.
2. Choose the Right Cable: You will need a USB-C to USB-C cable. Rode offers a suitable option, the SC16 cable, which is specifically designed for this purpose[1][2].
3. Connect the Microphone: Simply plug one end of the USB-C to USB-C cable into your iPad Pro's USB-C port and the other end into the USB-C output of your microphone.
4. Set Up Your App: Once connected, open the app you want to use with the microphone (e.g., GarageBand, Voice Memos). The iPad should automatically recognize the microphone as the input device. If not, you may need to select it manually within the app's settings.
5. Adjust Settings: If your microphone has volume controls or other settings, you can adjust them as needed. For example, if your microphone has a headphone volume control, you can use it to monitor your audio levels.
6. Power Considerations: Most USB-C iPads can provide enough power for standard USB microphones. However, if you encounter issues with power, you might need a powered USB hub, though this is less common with modern iPads.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully connect and use your USB-C microphone with your iPad Pro.
Citations:[1] https://rode.com/en/about/news-info/using-a-usb-microphone-with-your-ipad-iphone-or-other-mobile-device
[2] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/254765716
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VkkKaqj8Ng
[4] https://www.reddit.com/r/ipad/comments/gpayew/ipad_pro_usbc_external_microphone_how/
[5] https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/support/audio-solutions-question-of-the-week-is-the-atr2500x-usb-microphone-compatible-with-my-ipad-pro
[6] https://support.apple.com/guide/ipad/use-live-listen-ipad85f8f503/ipados
[7] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJEN4UKheRs
[8] https://service.shure.com/s/article/iPad-Pro-compatibility-with-MV88-MVi-MV51-MV5?language=en_US
[9] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIgE495FIEE
[10] https://help.explaineverything.com/hc/en-us/articles/360013905920-How-to-connect-an-external-microphone-to-Explain-Everything-iOS-through-an-audio-interface-like-Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2
[11] https://discussions.apple.com/thread/253438632
[12] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uckl4yca4o