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Apogee

Description

Apogee is a world leader in audio input devices for the Mac. The improved JAM allows you to take a world-class preamp and A/D convertor on the road with you at all times. The JAM 96K is additionally useful as an instrument preamp even when portability is not a factor. It sounds THAT good.

Perfect tone anywhere
Capture the warmth and richness of your guitar's tone with digital purity using one simple ˜take-anywhere' device, Apogee JAM 96k. JAM 96k delivers your next great performance to your iPhone, iPad or Mac whether you are on-the-go, or in the most advanced recording studio.

Made for GarageBand & Logic, works with any app
JAM 96k is built for GarageBand and Logic Pro. Its special circuitry is optimized to make the amps and effects in any guitar or music creation app sound their best. For the beginner or the most seasoned guitar player, JAM delivers inspiring tone for practicing, recording or just jamming.

Built for the future
Introduced in 2011, the original JAM became the standard iOS mobile recording device for both aspiring and professional artists. Redesigned for the future, the new JAM 96k delivers unsurpassed recording quality and even better tone. JAM 96k is optimized for the latest Apple iOS devices and includes the ability to record in pristine fidelity - up to 24-bit/96kHz.
Apogee JAM 96K
Apogee JAM 96K
Apogee JAM 96K

Features

  • Connect electric guitar or bass to iOS devices and Mac
  • Studio-quality you can take anywhere
  • Direct digital connection for up to 96kHz / 24-bit high-definition recording
  • Discrete, Class A input delivers punchy, tube amp tone
  • Apogee's PureDIGITAL circuit design eliminates signal noise
  • No setup required, just plug in and play
  • Powered by iOS device or Mac (no batteries or ext. power required)
  • Dial-in the perfect level with gain wheel and multicolor LED meter
  • Works with GarageBand, Logic, and all Core Audio compatible applications

Specs

System Requirements
  • iOS version: 6.1 and later
  • iPod Touch (5th gen.)
  • iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5, iPhone 4s, iPhone 4
  • iPad Air, iPad (4th gen.), iPad (3rd gen.), iPad 2
  • iPad mini
  • Connection: Lightning
  • Power: From iOS device
  • Software: Made for GarageBand
  • Also works with: JamUp, AmpKit, Amplitube
  • Works with any Core Audio compliant application on iOS
Mac OS
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  • Mac OS version: 10.7.5 or later
  • Computer: Mac, with an Intel processor
  • Memory: 1 GB minimum of installed RAM, 2 GB recommended
  • Connection and power: Any available USB port on a Mac
  • Software: GarageBand, Logic Pro, MainStage,
  • Pro Tools (v. 9 and later)
  • Works with any Core Audio compatible application on Mac

Reviews

5

4 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Amateur Recording3
  2. Home Studio1
  3. Learning to Play Guitar1
  4. Practice1
Cons
  1. Pricey / Poor Value2
Describe Yourself
  1. Novice3
  2. Experienced1
Pros
  1. Compact3
  2. Easy To Use3
  3. Good Audio3
  4. Lightweight2

Reviewed by 4 customers

  • Awesome product

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byStephanovice

    fromMarlton, NJ

    I just wanted something to use to record my guitar into GarageBand. I bought a cheaper item but it only picked up sound through the iPad's microphone. So, I went for the more expensive option. A bit pricey for a small connecting device but I'm just happy to have an option. Very happy with my purchase! Works great and the sound is very clear.

  • I Love the Sound, Simplicity and Customer Service

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byNewbie

    fromSeattle, WA

    I have had this for about a year and love it. I just started learning how to play guitar and wanted something easy to play along with Yousician. The sound that comes out is big, crisp and responsive, and always sounds like the presets I choose in Garageband. I prefer playing with this over my real amp. Their customer service is great too. I recently had problems with the cable that connects Jam to my laptop (could have been my son's fault). Regardless, when I wrote to Apogee to learn more about the issue they sent me a replacement before I even had to ask. I really appreciated that. Highly recommend getting this.

  • the Jam is fun!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted10 years ago

    byBorf friend

    fromBrooklyn, NY

    Great tool for recording, works with acoustics but you will want to use with an electric guitar to really get some sounds out of it.

  • Great Interface

    5

    submitted10 years ago

    byArmycopter

    fromMaine

    Wow, I can't believe I am the first to write a review on this product here at GC. I bought an IRig and brought it back the same day due to it not working. I picked up the Apogee instead and found it to be a great product. Unfortunately it is quite a bit more expensive than they IRig but I guess you get what you pay for. I use this for practicing. I can plug my guitar into my iPad and run the ToneStack app (great app in my opinion) to play along with my favorite songs. I will generally dial in the tone I want and then open up YouTube and play the music video while I play along. You can also record yourself playing along and listen back without all the accompanying instruments. I found I really don't sound as good as I think I do without the drums and bass! Anyway, I recommend this product if you are looking for a company setup to use while watching TV or relaxing in the living room.

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  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byIbanot

    fromundisclosed

    Does this work with Yousician?

    Open Reply - Gear-Head
    Yousician is supported.