If you are seriously looking into recording videos, music, and podcasts on your iPhone, you should consider buying an external microphone to give your audio the best quality. Here are some of our suggestions for great external microphones on iPhones. These are all compatible as long as your iPhone has the lightning port.
Rode SC6-L
This mic is great for interviews, as it features an input and output breakout box that allows for two mics and one pair of headphones. You can also record on separate tracks through the app.
Rode VideoMic Me-L
This mic is directional, and allows you to focus on one noise source while reducing other noises around you. It comes with a clip and windshield to secure your mic even further and to protect it in harsh outdoor weather.
SHURE MV88
This mic has a great sound quality. It’s pocket-sized and compatible with iOS. It has an all-metal construction with both directional and stereo pickup. You can download the Shureplus MOTIV app to change different settings on the mic as well.
ZOOM iQ7 Mid-side
This mic features a capsule that can be rotated in order to be used horizontally or vertically. It also has two directional mid and side elements that can help you record audio coming from different directions.
ZOOM iQ6 X/Y
The ZOOM iQ6 X/Y features two unidirectional recorders to cover wide areas and center sound sources. You can change the analog dial to suit your needs, and choose the best option mic gain setting whether you’re in a loud area or a quiet one.
Conclusion
All of these mics are of great quality, so be sure to do your research and choose the one that best fits your needs. When filming and recording with your iPhone, other additional equipment might also be your friend as well.
So which mic will you choose? Do you have others to recommend? Let us know!
- By Julianna Martinek
