If you're looking for a compact, easy-to-use lapel mic that plugs right into a phone's TRRS jack, the RODE SmartLav+ Lavalier Microphone for Smartphonesis the microphone for you. This mic offers a broadcast-quality sound in a tiny form factor, and can record to many phones and devices that offer 3.5mm TRRS connectivity.

No controls are on hand, which streamlines the process: simply clamp the mic to your subject (or yourself), plug the mic into the phone, and start recording. The mic will work with any app that records audio, including the built-in iOS Voice Memo App—but when you pair it with the iOS Rode Reporter APP, you'll have access to a wide array of mixing, editing, and exporting tools. Perfect for electronic field production, run-and-gun news reporting, or simple mobile vlogs, the mic comes with a windshield, a durable clip, and a Kevlar-reinforced cable.

For ENG, EFP & Vlogging    Low-Profile Lapel Mic    Includes Outdoor Kit with Fur Windscreen    Windshield, Clip & Durable Cable    Compatible with Built-In Mobile Apps    Omni Polar Pattern for Fuller Pickup    Broadcast-Quality Audio Capture    Powered via Phone over TRRS Jack    Tailor Made for RODE Reporter App

The mic is easily hidden, but it offers an omnidirectional polar pattern that ensures you'll get an even sound at any angle of address. This makes it great for run-and-gun sound pickup.

The included windshield protects against plosives. The clamp makes mounting the mic a cinch. The cable is durable, being reinforced with Kevlar, so you won't find it breaking on you in the field. When you're done, store everything in the included carrying pouch.

The mic offers no controls and operates in the analog domain. This makes operation a breeze: simply plug it in and play. There's no software to install to make it compatible with your phone-unless you want to achieve extra functionalities, such as the ones highlighted in the next feature.

The SmartLav+ is compatible with any audio app that accepts input from the headset connection; however, it has been designed to pair perfectly with Rode's Rec app for Apple iOS devices. Rode Rec turns the user's iOS device into a fully featured field recorder, with a wide range of equalization presets to suit various recording situations, in addition to professional editing functions and the ability to publish to SoundCloud and Dropbox direct from the app.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If I bought a splitter and plugged two of these in would my iPhone record the audio from both?

A: Into one channel yes. The RDE SC6 is the adaptor we make that gives you two inputs and also a headphone out for using the smartlav.

Q: 2. Plug in power

A: All you need to do is plug the mic into the headphone jack. The mic needs no other power.

Q: 3. Is the Rode SmartLav compatible with iphone 8?

A: This lavalier mic will work with the iPhone 8, with the addition of an Apple Lightning to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter, BH #APLAADAP.

Q: 4. Can I use the Mic to broadcast media e.g. Periscope. Or to record video on my phone?

A: Yes the smartlav+ does become the default audio device when connected to the iPhone, so it works fine with Periscope and other apps such as the native Video app. We have uploaded a few videos showing the smartlav+ being used for Periscope on the RDE Youtube channel.

Q: 5. Can you connect this directly to a ZV 1 microphone jack? Or do you have to use it with a Rode Go? For desktop recording where the camera is right in front of me.

A: Yes you can use it with the Sony ZV1 but you will need this adapter as well to change mic from phone connection to camera connection, link below https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1048150-REG/rode_sc3_trrs_to_trs_adaptor.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Q: 6. Do I need the adapter part to use for the Zoom H1

A: Yes, you're going to need the trrs to trs adaptor.

Q: 7. Will the mic work with a the Sennheiser 100 ew body pack?

A: Yes

Q: 8. can i use it Sennheiser W100?

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Q: 9. Can you monitor the recording via Bluetooth headphones connected to the phone? Particularly iPhones, but any insight is welcome.

A: You would need the Rode SC6 to be able to monitor your recording while using the Rode Smartlav in a smartphone.

Q: 10. 1) how long is the cord?2) I want to record 1 minute video clips into my iPhone7 plus. Will this work? Does it connect straight to my phone? Will I need anything else to accomplish what I want to do?

A: 1) The cord is 42 inch long.2) It connects straight to the phone and the camera automatically use it. It doesn't need anything else to record video from your iphone.