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The key decision you need to make is whether you need a wireless mic kit or an on-camera shotgun mic?
By shooting with a mic mounted on this rig you’ll not get mistaken for a wedding guest with an iPhone, so if you need to look more professional then a directional gun mic (and its accompanying accessories) should suit your needs. 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? Complete accessory kit, including smart charging case, two Lavalier II microphones, cables, MagClip GO magnetic mounting clips and accessory case
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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.
Up to two transmitters can be paired to the RØDECaster Pro II for wireless recording with the full suite of APHEX® processing 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 wireless mics, I like to see how far I can get before the signal drops out, especially when the transmitter loses line of sight with the receiver. Because I test the mics with a top-of-the-range iPhone (the 7Artisans mic was recorded on an iPhone 15 Pro Max) I do get nervous when I’m around 60 meters away from the iPhone - especially when I’ve left it perched on a wall in the city!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? Wireless mics such as the Saramonic BlinkMe give you the freedom to record sound from a distance, but you do need to spend time clipping the transmitter to your ‘talking head’ subjects. If you’re in a busy and unpredictable location like a live event then you can plug a shotgun mic like the Joby Wavo Plus into your iPhone and capture better on-location sound. Most wireless systems require you to plug a lavalier mic into the transmitter, but the Wireless GO II features a built-in mic, making it super easy to set up and use. However, if you prefer using a lavalier mic, the Lavalier GO is the perfect companion. The Wireless GO II is the ideal mic for vlogging, filmmaking, recording interviews, or reporting – basically anything where you need the freedom of wireless audio. 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. Intelligent GainAssist technology, flexible output gain control and safety channel for ensuring pristine audio when recording direct to camera
The Wireless GO II boasts a range of powerful features, including universal compatibility with cameras, mobile devices and computers, extended range (200m line of sight) and improved transmission stability, on-board recording capabilities, and much more. This is next generation wireless audio. Key Features:
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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). 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)
On-board recording means you never have to worry about dropouts or audio issues again, while the flexible gain control lets you precisely tailor the output to your device. The Wireless GO II also offers the option to record each channel separately or combine the two, ensuring ultimate flexibility in post-production. Any USB microphone is going to offer a massive step up in audio fidelity over the in-built microphone on your phone or tablet, but while you’re upgrading, you may as well choose a top-quality USB mic, ideally with a few specific features to help you out. Let’s take a look. 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 environments 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. Intelligent GainAssist technology automatically controls audio levels for perfectly clear sound in any applicationThe kit also has windshields that you can attach to the transmitters to keep wind rumble to a minimum, plus a pair of cabled lavalier mics for more discrete recordings (just like the Rode Wireless Pro and the Godox Virso M2 kits). We tend to get offered test units to play with before they are released which helps us keep up to speed with the latest technologies - for example, none of the wireless mics in our previous roundup had on-board recording. We’ve also aimed to include a range of different manufacturers and a range of prices to suit a range of budgets. How we test the best iPhone microphones Compatible with all RØDE Series IV devices, including the Wireless ME, Wireless GO II, RØDECaster Duo, RØDECaster Pro II and Streamer X
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