If you want to record yourself into GarageBand on your iPad, there are many options open to you. In this feature i’ll show you 3 ways you can record in GarageBand on your iPad.

Once only available for desktops, Apple's GarageBand is now available for the iPhone and iPad. The functionality they've packed into this low-priced app is truly impressive - for $5 you get multi-track recording, effects pedals, 'smart' drum and keyboard tracks, and much more. Dec 01, 2018 How to use a USB MIDI Keyboard in GarageBand iOS (iPhone/iPad). In this video, I give you my beginner's guide to all things USB MIDI keyboard in GarageBand iPhone and GarageBand iPad. Garageband will recognize exactly what tool you’re using the moment you connect it.

BUILT IN MICROPHONES

By far the quickest and easiest way to get audio into GarageBand on you iPad is via the built in microphone.

Every single iPad model has a built in microphone somewhere on its body.

The quality you can get from your iPad’s built in microphone will vary depending on the model. Overall it isn’t going to sound all that professional.

You will lose a lot of frequencies recording this way. That can leave your recordings sounding a wee bit thin especially on the regular iPad models.

Results will be better on Pro models. Apple actually added ’Studio quality’ built in microphones to its latest iPad pro models (the 2020 pro at time of publication). So essentially the newer the model, the better recordings you will get.

USB MICROPHONES

The USB microphone market has exploded in recent years. The rise in popularity of streaming, Youtube and home recording has meant the simplicity of USB Microphone’s plug and playsetup is a great solution for many.

You have a lot of choice when it comes to selecting a USB microphone. Brands like Blue, Apogee and Audio Technica all make great microphones. They will give higher qualityrecordings when compared to your iPad’s built in microphone.

Regardless of what model iPad you have, if you want to hook up a USB microphone you’ll need to embrace that dongle life.

If you’re iPad has a lightning connection, you’ll need Apple’s camera connection kit.

If your iPad has a USBC connection, you’ll need a USB adapter.

XLR MICROPHONE & AUDIO INTERFACE

The final way to record your voice in Garageband on your iPad is through an XLR microphone with an Audio interface. By far the best way to get the highest quality vocal recordings, you have a huge amount of choice when it comes to what microphone and interface to go for.

A couple of things to consider here, if you want to record using a condenser microphone, you will need to use an interface that has 48v phantom power (the vast majority do nowadays).

Using phantom power requires more power so again you may run into issues if you have a lightning based iPad, I cover the issue of powering an audio interface with a lightning based iPad in this video if you want to check that out.

The world is your stage. This is your instrument.

GarageBand for iOS makes it incredibly simple to play, record, and share your music, no matter where you are. Tap into a wide range of instruments from around the world. And with the ever-expanding Sound Library, you can browse and download from a massive collection of free sounds, loops, and samples created by some of the biggest producers in the world.

Play Make music. With or without an instrument.

The moment you launch GarageBand, you can start making music. Play stunningly realistic Touch Instruments, instantly build big beats, and create music like a DJ — all with just a few taps. The all-new Sound Library lets you explore and download sound packs tailored to help you build your tracks with just the right elements for the style you want.

Live Loops makes it fun and easy to create electronic music. Simply tap cells and columns in the grid to trigger musical loops, and then build your own original arrangements. You can even use Remix FX to add creative, DJ‑style transitions with Multi‑Touch gestures, or just by moving your iOS device.

If you can tap, you can play.

GarageBand comes with beautiful and highly expressive Touch Instruments that sound and respond just like the real thing. Play keyboards, guitars, and bass, as well as sounds designed for EDM and Hip Hop. Smart Instruments make you sound like a pro — even if you’ve never played a note. And now you can explore the sounds of Asia with traditional Chinese and Japanese instruments, including the Guzheng, the Koto, and an array of Taiko drums.

When it comes to how you make your beats, the choice is yours — from jamming live on virtual drum kits to instant drag‑and‑done Smart Drums. The all‑new Beat Sequencer lets you easily build rhythms using sounds and a workflow inspired by classic drum machines. And Drummer gives you access to a team of virtual session drummers, each playing a popular electronic or acoustic style with a signature kit.

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Plug it in. Tear it up.

Plug in your guitar and choose from a van‑load of amps and stompbox effects that deliver the perfect feel — from dreamy soundscapes to stadium‑size rock.¹ Our bass amps let you hold down the bass line with clean or distorted rigs modeled after vintage and modern amplifiers.

GarageBand includes Alchemy, one of the world’s most advanced synthesizers. Explore hundreds of Apple‑designed Patches, perfect for EDM, Hip Hop, Indie, Rock, and Pop music. Use the expressive Transform Pad to morph between sounds in real time, or just have fun using the simple Chord Strips that help anyone play like an expert.

With the Sound Library, you’ve got instant access to an incredible and expanding collection of free loops and instruments from right inside the app. With Producer Packs, you can use royalty-free sounds in your songs that were created by some of the biggest hitmakers in music today. And Remix Sessions let you create your own versions of hit songs by artists like Dua Lipa and Lady Gaga.

You can easily manage your library as it grows, and GarageBand will even notify you when new sounds packs are released and ready for you to download.

Record A full recording studio. To go.

With its powerful and intuitive interface, GarageBand makes it easy to capture, adjust, and mix your performances into a finished composition. Build a complete song using any combination of Touch Instruments, audio recordings, and loops.

Work with up to an astounding 32 tracks with GarageBand for iOS.² With a compatible third‑party audio interface, you can even plug in the entire band and record everyone simultaneously on separate tracks. Take multiple passes to nail your performance using Multi‑Take Recording — just choose any Touch Instrument, tap Record, and play continuously over a looping song section. GarageBand automatically captures each one, and you simply choose your favorite.

Fine‑tune your tracks and record each tap, swipe, and twist of the knobs. Draw and edit volume automation for precise control over your mix. And let the Simple EQ and Compressor keep your tracks sounding crisp and clear. For even more detailed control, take advantage of 10 track‑mixing effects directly from Logic Pro, like the Visual EQ, Bitcrusher, Vocal Transformer, and more.

Audio Unit Extensions let you use your favorite compatible third‑party instrument and effect plug‑ins right in your GarageBand song. Browse the App Store and download your selections from leading music app developers like Moog Music.

iCloud GarageBand everywhere. Tweak your tracks. On any device.

iCloud allows you to keep your GarageBand sessions up to date across all your iOS devices. Using iCloud Drive, you can import song sketches to your Mac and take them even further, then share your finished piece on any of your devices. You can also import a portable version of a Logic Pro X project and add more tracks. When you bring the project back into Logic Pro, the original tracks are all there, along with the new ones you’ve added in GarageBand.

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Your personal music creation studio.

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Play, record, arrange, and mix — wherever you go.