[NAMM] Alesis StudioDock

Alesis lists the StudioDock’s headline features as follows:

• Pro audio dock for iPad

• Connect microphones and instruments including guitar, studio monitors, PA speakers, headphones, and MIDI controllers

• Universal device works with every audio and MIDI app in the App Store; Core MIDI compliant

• Video output for connection to TVs and projectors

• Inputs: two combo XLR-1/4" for use with audio gear, instruments, and computer audio

• Input channel gain controls and switchable phantom power for use with condenser microphones

• Guitar-direct switch for use with amplifier- and effects-modelling app

• Outputs: pair 1/4" and 1/4" headphone with separate volume controls

• Control: MIDI In, MIDI Out, USB MIDI, and assignable 1/4-inch footswitch input

It looks like a power supply is required for the StudioDock, though.

According to various sources, Apple Certification is pending, as is the announcement of a price and release date.