If you're looking for a compact, easy-to-use lapel mic that plugs right into a phone's TRRS jack, the Shure MOTIV MVL 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 incredibly: 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 ShurePlus MOTIV iOS or Android 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 windscreen, a tie clip, and a drawstring carrying pouch.

For ENG, EFP & Vlogging    Low-Profile Lapel Mic    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    Works with ShurePlus MOTIV App    App Available for iOS & Android    App Allows Recording Media

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 windscreen protects against plosives. The tie-clip makes mounting the mic a cinch. Put everything in the storage pouch when you're done.

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.

With the ShurePlus MOTIV iOS or Android app, you'll have access to a wide array of mixing, editing, and exporting tools. Adjust mic gain, monitor mix, EQ, limiter, compressor, and more.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can we get more detailed photographs of the SC6 device shown in the product pictures? I cannot tell what the reverse side looks like.

A: I just posted a review of the product with a photo of the back (clip) part of the mic. I am not able to upload photos to this reply, so I hope this helps.

Q: 2. Will this work if connected to a Win 10 2-in-1 PC? Not sure if PCs provide the power needed to operate the mic.

A: It will not work in your computer. That is a TRRS cable made for phones. You can try turning it into a TRS with this cable B&H # ROSC3 available on our website.

Q: 3. Will this work with the stock Android video recorder...or only with the Shure app? Thanks!

A: The MVL will work with any app capable of recording audio.

Q: 4. Will this microphone work when connected to a iPhone with a lightning connector using the Apple Lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter?

A: Yes, it will. Please note, this setup would be meant for recording audio to a video or voice memo only.

Q: 5. Can you use this mic only with the Shure app? Will it work with a video recording app to have synced audio and video?

A: This will work with any app that records audio. That includes apps that record video. This will defeat the mobile devices built-on microphone.

Q: 6. How well does it work with the iPhone camera app?

A: It works very well. I have used it to shoot a number of iPhone videos, both indoors and out and it has worked very well.

Q: 7. is this compatible with the VIXIA HF R50?

A: Not sure, but I tested my MVL with my Vixia HFM40 and it does not work.

Q: 8. Would this work on the 3.5mm adapter for the Gopro4 which is connected on the Gopro?

A: No - it is designed for devices offering a female 1/8 TRRS input like smartphones and tablets.

Q: 9. Would this work with a digital voice recorder? (i.e. Olympus WS-822?) Thanks!

A: No. It is compatible with mobile phones or tablets that offer a 1/8 TRRS Connector

Q: 10. Will this work properly on portable recorders like the Zoom H1?

A: Two things: 1) You'll need a TSSR to TSR adapter such as the B&H # ROSC3. 2) You'll need to turn on plug-in power. I have the Zoom H6 Handy Recorder and the Shure MVL lavalier works great when plugged into the 3.5mm jack on the XY module with plug-in power turned on.