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The VideoMic Me-L is compatible with all Apple iOS devices with a Lightning port and running iOS 11 or higher. Key Features: The AI-Micro pairs perfectly with the RØDE Reporter iOS app, which allows you to capture broadcast-quality audio in the field, as well as giving you complete control over the input level of each microphone, the headphone output level, and access to advanced features like a high-pass filter for each mic. Assuming your microphone has a USB-C output, the simplest way to connect your iPhone or iPad to the USB mic is via a Lightning Accessory Cable like the SC15 or SC19. These cables directly bridge USB-C and Lightning ports and are all that’s needed to set up your USB mic with your iPhone or iPad, granted your device can provide enough power (see above note). Intelligent GainAssist technology automatically controls audio levels for perfectly clear sound in any application
Fortunately, there are plenty of microphones available that will elevate the quality of our audio recordings so that they match the production values of our HDR video clips from the best iPhones. If you’re using a USB microphone with a different port, you’ll need to use an adapter like Apple’s Lighting to USB Camera Adapter, which provides a USB Type-A port to plug in the cable that came with your USB mic. The AI-Micro is the perfect solution for connecting virtually any microphone with a 3.5mm output to an iPhone. This handy little audio interface features two high-quality microphone inputs and a headphone output for monitoring your audio, making it perfect for two-person interviews or podcasting on the go. Series IV 2.4GHz digital transmission, 128-bit encryption – crystal-clear audio at up to 200m (line of sight), optimised for extremely stable operation in dense RF environmentsWith a few exceptions, many modern phones and tablets no longer sport a 3.5mm output, so it’s important to look out for a USB microphone with its own headphone output – thankfully this is a fairly standard feature. Better still, if you go for a USB mic with zero-latency monitoring (like our NT-USB Mini and NT-USB+), you can listen to your voice or instrument without any lag. TRS analog output, USB-C and iOS digital output – universal compatibility with cameras, mobile devices and computers To use a directional shotgun mic you’ll need to be able to mount it onto your iPhone. Most gun mics (such as the Joby Wavo Plus) require you to buy a separate cage or smartphone tripod clamp that has a cold shoe adaptor to which you can attach the gun mic (see our FAQ section for more on that). Maximum SPL: 120dB SPL. Sensitivity: -42.0dB, re 1 Volt/Pascal, +/- 2 dB, 1kHz. Response: 20Hz-20kHz without HP filter. Equivalent noise: 18dBA. Weight: 40g: Dimensions (HxWxD): 46 x 55 x 40mm.
When choosing mic kits for this buying guide we tried to be topical, so the majority of our recommendations were released in 2023, this iPhone mic buying guide has been completely refreshed with new recommendations, and new models are added regularly. The Wireless GO is an ultra-compact wireless microphone system that is unique in its clip’n’go versatility and incredibly compact form-factor. The transmitter features an in-built omnidirectional condenser capsule and can be used as a clip-on mic or with a RØDE lavalier, sending crystal-clear, broadcast-grade audio via 2.4GHz digital transmission to the on-camera receiver. It’s the perfect wireless mic solution for content creators in all disciplines: filmmakers, on-camera presenters, newsgatherers, vloggers and more. With a shotgun mic, you need a smartphone cage or smartphone tripod mount that has a cold shoe slot to attach the gun mic to, such as the JOBY GripTight. The mic slots into the cold shoe mount and you then plug it into your iPhone. Do I need an adaptor to connect a mic to an iPhone? Series III 2.4GHz digital wireless transmission with 128-bit encryption delivers crystal-clear audio under any conditions and excels in dense Wi-Fi and Bluetooth environments (shopping malls, conventions, hotels etc) Read our full Hollyland Lark Max Duo review for more details How to choose the best iPhone microphoneNote: Some USB mics may require more power than your phone or tablet can provide, in which case you’ll see a relevant error message display on your device when hooking up your mic. If this is the case, you may be able to provide your microphone power using something like Apple’s Lighting to USB 3 Camera Adapter (if you’re using an iPhone or iPad) and providing extra power via the second USB port on the adapter. However, unlike a gun mic, a wireless mic runs the risk of signal drop out but the ones featured in this guide are pretty reliable and many have on-board recording so you can replace drop-out in post. There are a few different standards of connection available in USB mics, but we’d recommend you opt for a USB-C microphone. This is the latest standard and will give you the greatest flexibility when connecting your mic to a mobile device, often allowing for a single cable. I’ve been recording sound professionally since the late 1980s and the younger me would be astonished by the quality and range of modern wireless mic kits, especially as I no longer need to hold a heavy gun mic on a long pole just out of frame above the subject’s head! These digital days we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to iPhone mics as you can see from this buying guide’s candidates. FAQs How do I attach a gun mic to an iPhone? Rode SmartLav+ is an omni-directional, condenser microphone fitted with a standard TRRS connector, which plugs directly into the headset input of a compatible smartphone or tablet. It is fully compatible with the iPhone 5S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5C, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPad Air, iPad (3rd generation), iPad 2, iPad mini and iPod touch (5th generation) in addition to a wide range of TRRS devices. A list of compatible devices is available at http://www.smartlav.com.
Whether it’s for vlogging, filmmaking, making a podcast, or recording music, let’s take a look at the top RØDE mics for recording with an iPhone. The single best way to vastly improve the audio quality of your content is to use an external microphone. This doesn’t mean you have to start lugging around tonnes of recording gear either – there are many compact microphones in the RØDE range that deliver professional-quality audio and plug directly into your phone. For a more discrete way to record your voice, you can clip the transmitter onto your belt (out of sight) and then plug a supplied lavalier cable mic into the transmitter. The lavalier clip mic’s cable can go inside your shirt with only its small mic visible when clipped to the top of your shirt.
VLOGGER KIT UNIVERSAL
Complete accessory kit, including smart charging case, two Lavalier II microphones, cables, MagClip GO magnetic mounting clips and accessory case The iOS Vlogger Kit contains everything you need to get professional results when filming using your iPhone. The VideoMic Me-L microphone connects directly to your device, delivering crisp, clear, directional sound for any application. The SmartGrip secures your device firmly in place for stable recording and connects seamlessly to the Tripod 2 for either handheld or tabletop use, while the MicroLED ensures all your shots are perfectly lit. Like the other wireless mic kits reviewed in this guide, the Hollyland Lark Max Duo has a charging case that keeps the two transmitters and the receiver fully and equally charged, enabling consistent performance from each unit. Both transmitters automatically pair with the receiver when you remove them from the case so you can start recording immediately.
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