In this video tutorial, the authors of PRO Hi-Tech studied the topic of professional video shooting with a mobile phone camera. The task is to consider ways to connect an external microphone to a smartphone for various tasks. The word professional indicates the difference that will allow the story to be broadcast, for example, on TV. Cheap microphones in this Chinese store. Cashback (return on purchases): up to 90%.

Since the presenter will record the sound immediately in the frame, you need a good microphone. There are options here. You can write directly into your phone using the buttonhole. Or you can do it separately, using a voice recorder. Or use a recorder. And then you need to mount it all.

To make the lavalier work instead of the phone's built-in microphone, you will need an adapter. If you try to connect a lavalier to the jack on your phone without it, nothing will work. But don't rush to buy it....

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Do you want to record a YouTube video on your phone, but don't know how to connect a microphone to your phone?

How the microphone/smartphone combination works

How to connect a microphone to your phone

Your smartphone, regardless of the model, uses a certain form of connector (four-pin), which can accept up to 2 channels of audio input.

Thus, the smartphone perceives external stereo sound. It also provides 2 channels of stereo headphone output.

This connector is also called a “socket”. This is where the pins for the input and output lines meet.

If this is not the case, the sound will not be clear and clear. The pins on a stereo microphone plug (TPC) are arranged differently than the pins on a smartphone (four pins).

So you can't just plug a gadget into your smartphone and expect it to work.

What you need for...

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Everyone knows that when television workers conduct interviews, they always bring the microphone to their interviewer.

Why use microphones at all? After all, the cameras can handle it themselves, someone will object. But let's see how it really is, especially in those moments when sound is very important. I think you all know that when you shoot a video in a noisy place, then you have to constantly listen in order to understand what is being said.

Initially, video on phones and smartphones was only for entertainment, since early cameras were very weak. But now, the situation has begun to change and shooting video on a smartphone has become almost professional.

Now the ability to connect an external microphone has appeared, which is very pleasing. Using this feature you will expand your horizons when shooting, especially if you have a good camera.

By connecting an external microphone (lapel, shotgun, radio, etc.) you can add professionalism to your video and...

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Sometimes the built-in microphone on a laptop or PC breaks, but there is simply no portable one. But the connection needs to be maintained somehow. Then a regular Android smartphone can come to the rescue. Without a doubt, many users have asked the question: “Is it possible, and if so, how can I connect my phone as a microphone to my PC?” Yes, you can. And it's quite easy to do. Moreover, there are several programs for this.

WO Mic

How to connect your phone as a microphone? The first option is using the WO Mic program. The application is available on the Play Store for free. It has already been downloaded more than a million times, which clearly gives a clear idea of ​​​​the demand for this utility.

It allows you to connect your smartphone to a personal computer using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or a regular USB connection. In order for the interaction between the smartphone and the PC to be successful, you need to download the drivers and the WO Mic client itself to the computer. This is a requirement.

Then you need to click the Start button on...

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Link to Lavalier microphone like mine BOYA BY- M1 1. http://goo.gl/Gc2Rbh In today's video I will show you a great idea on how you can make a mini stereo lavalier microphone with your own hands at home. The external microphone is more or less well isolated from the camera, and you don’t have to worry about using the mechanically noisy optical stabilizer and camera focus drive, and you don’t have to worry about being able to record the sounds of camera controls and changes in hand grip. Make your own homemade Stereo Microphone at home! **************************************** ********** I welcome you to my Roman Ursu channel, where you will learn how to make homemade items, New Year's crafts, gifts, toys, scarecrows for Halloween, and most importantly, that all this can be done at home and with your own hands! Are you into needlework, homemade items, or just have nothing to do? Then you've come to the right place...

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Do you understand that there is a way out and there is an entrance??
The headphone OUTPUT cannot take a signal from an external microphone - the amplifier output is connected inside the smartphone - OUTPUT, understand?.
If Android doesn't have a microphone input, that is, it doesn't have one. You won’t be able to do anything without disassembling your smartphone. No splitters will help you.

Bl. yat. children and programmers have become completely stupid and climb and climb with their dirty little hands without brains.

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In terms of video recording, modern smartphones “give a head start” even to semi-professional cameras, but gadgets, alas, have not learned how to produce high-quality sound recording. Fortunately, the mobile electronics market allows users not to put up with poor sound - there are now a huge number of external microphones for smartphones on sale that guarantee clear and 100% “readable” audio.

Who needs an external microphone for a smartphone?

Manufacturers of mobile devices who consider the sound recording function for a smartphone to be of secondary importance should pay attention to how large the number of people who, due to their occupation, have to constantly record audio, is. Potential users of remote microphones are:

Journalists/interviewers. For people who earn their living through interviews, an external microphone is a must-have technique. Interviewing can take place in a noisy place (on the street or in a cafe) - the gadget’s built-in microphone with the task...

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A computer microphone is often used by users for voice communication in applications such as Skype, Viber, in softphones with a SIP connection, as well as for recording audio tracks. Therefore, we can safely say that a microphone in a computer is an essential component. High demand also determines its fairly high cost.

How to use Android as a microphone

It may happen that your microphone stops working due to an accidental fall, electrostatic discharge, the laptop was flooded with beer, what to do, or for another reason unknown to you. The most unpleasant thing is that, as a rule, this happens at the most inopportune moment, for example, when you urgently need to record an audio track to perform important work. Most likely, you won’t be able to immediately replace a faulty component; few people keep a spare microphone at home. Moreover, replacement can cost a lot of money. What to do?

And here I want to make you happy. For temporary, cheap, but effective...

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How to connect a karaoke microphone to a computer? Can I use a dynamic microphone for Skype? Why is the sound very quiet when connecting a dynamic vocal microphone to a standard computer sound card (Realtek, VIA)? Will a simple adapter help to connect a karaoke microphone to a computer? How to amplify the voice from a vocal microphone, make the recording louder? What kind of preamp is needed for a dynamic microphone?
You will find the answer to these questions in this video.

Thanks to Oleg Mazroff for providing the recording of a Shure SM58 dynamic microphone to the microphone input of a Realtek ALC 887 motherboard.
The original of this recording can be downloaded here: d/fhh8mvkb3QzWUg

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If you have interesting ways to solve a problem, please do not hesitate to share them! Because there is very little information on this issue.
For example, these relatively high-quality recordings on Apple computers using an external USB audio card: 2bAaOh

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I abandoned the blog for a whole month. The reason is more likely to be a reluctance to repeat. Tired of simple forays into the garden, park, forest...

All this time I was filming a bunch of videos, shows, clips, but did not publish them, mainly due to the non-format. There is profanity and I don’t think my subscribers listen to rap. This is exactly the theme.

If you are still interested, then all creations can be seen on the channel:

Get to the point. We often shoot reports or reviews, and once we filmed near a busy highway, I felt a catch on the spot and when I came home I was convinced that the sound had rejected all the content...

Then I finally began to move along the path of purchasing an external microphone, the so-called body microphone, lavalier microphone.

And now, I’ve already ordered this handsome guy for my slando:

Wired, without a receiver - transmitter, and all because my budget camera does not have a connector for connecting an external microphone.

This means that sound is needed...

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In terms of video recording, modern smartphones “give a head start” even to semi-professional cameras, but to produce high-quality sound recording gadgets, alas, never learned. Fortunately, the mobile electronics market allows users not to put up with poor sound - there are now a huge number of external microphones for smartphones on sale that guarantee clear and 100% “readable” audio.

Manufacturers of mobile devices who consider the sound recording function for a smartphone to be of secondary importance should pay attention to how large the number of people who, due to their occupation, have to constantly record audio, is. Potential users of remote microphones are:

• Journalists/interviewers. For people who earn their living through interviews, an external microphone is a “technique” must-have" Interviewing can take place in a noisy place (on the street or in a cafe) - the built-in microphone of a gadget with the task of sound recording will definitely not work in such conditions.
• Musicians. It is extremely important for musicians to be able to “catch the muse by the tail” - to capture on audio a melody that suddenly began to sound in their heads.
• Students. Not all teachers make sure that students have time to record their words on paper or a sheet of Word. Thanks to the remote microphone, you can record a lecture on audio so that you can convert it into written form at home, in a comfortable environment.
• Bloggers. It doesn’t matter whether the blogger makes reviews of technology or just funny videos - if the sound is “out of the box”, his videos will not become popular.

What types of external microphones are there?

Based on their design features and appearance, microphones are usually classified into 3 categories:

"Labels". Lavalier microphones are characterized by their small dimensions, the presence of a clip-on mount, and a relatively low price. Lavaliers are used mainly to record interviews and the voice of the presenter or blogger. Here's an example - MXL MM160, an inexpensive microphone suitable for smartphones on both iOS and Android:

Lavalier microphones also have disadvantages. "Labels", as a rule, are undirected, and therefore extraneous noise in the recording is heard as clearly as the useful signal (that is, the voice). In addition, lavaliers are not suitable for recording music due to the limited frequency range.

"Guns". The shotgun microphone is directed microphone, and therefore is free from the disadvantages that “lavaliers” have. The “gun” records sound directly in front of itself, cutting off the overtones on the sides - it turns out that an exclusively useful signal appears on the audio track. An example of this type of microphone is Rode VideoMic Me, a fresh model presented at the exhibition Photokina 2016:

VideoMic Me is considered a breakthrough model for two reasons: Firstly, this microphone is connected via 3.5-Jack, which means it fits all gadgets, secondly, it has a very liberal price - about 3 thousand rubles.

“Guns” are also not suitable for recording songs – precisely because of the direction. Microphones of this type do not record reverberation and echo, but it is sound reflections that make music “live”.

Stereo microphone. Musicians need such equipment. A stereo microphone captures sound throughout the room, which means it also captures useful reflections that are so important for the liveliness of a composition. Contrary to popular belief not all stereo microphones are expensive: on AliExpress, for example, you can purchase a “no-name” device capable of recording stereo, in total for 150 rubles.

If a musician wants to buy high-quality stereo equipment from a well-known manufacturer, he should pay attention to microphones Zoom. At the peak of popularity is a model with two capsules :

Microphones of similar design not cheap– for iQ6, for example, you will have to pay about 8 thousand rubles.

How to choose an external microphone for a smartphone?

When choosing an external microphone, you need to proceed primarily from the purpose of using the equipment. Obviously, a home blogger, a professional interviewer, and a musician will have different requirements for a recording device. If a user buys a microphone to record voices and conversations, he should pay attention to the following:

• Wire length. This indicator is important for lavalier microphones. 1.5 meters will be quite enough for convenient operation of the equipment. There are microphones with cables of 6 meters or more included - in this case, you need to make sure that there is a special reel around which the cable can be wound so that its excessive length does not become a hindrance.
• Microphone size. Here, as in the case of portable speakers for smartphones, there is a dependence: the larger the microphone, the higher the recording quality. For video bloggers who only care about readability, a small lavalier like the Rode SmartLav+ is suitable. Professional interviewers usually prefer directional guns.
• Equipment. If we are talking about a buttonhole, then in addition to the cable, the kit should include a clip for attaching to clothing and a wind protector. Both elements seem very insignificant, but if they are absent, the user will understand how important they are.
• Device compatibility. Unfortunately, some “guns” can only work with “Apple” gadgets. Therefore, if equipment is purchased for Android, you should immediately tell the store consultant about it. “Lavels” are compatible with all Android devices, but only with a special adapter (we’ll talk about it later).

Musicians also need to pay attention to compatibility - series devices IQ from Zoom, for example, are connected only through the connector Lightning, and, therefore, suitable only for iPhone. However, compatibility with gadgets is not the only important criterion; there are others:

Frequency range. There are external microphones on the market whose specifications indicate that they record in the range from 20 to 20,000 Hz. 20–20000 Hz are all frequencies that the human ear can detect. If you are purchasing a microphone for interviewing or recording audio for a blog, such a wide frequency range will not be an advantage. The equipment will record not only the sound of the voice, but also the noise in the next room, behind the window glass - the output will be a track with a huge number of extra sounds. This is the case when more doesn't mean better: microphone with range 60-15000 Hz will allow you to record the conversation even better.

For musicians, it is extremely important that the width of the range is maximum - otherwise it will not be possible to reflect the authentic sound of the instruments. For example, the frequency range of a grand piano starts at 27 Hz; The overtones of the same instrument are located around 13 kHz. If you write a piano on a microphone 60-15000 Hz, the sound will be too “mechanical”.

Ability to adjust cardioid. Circular polar pattern of the microphone (in the diagram below it is indicated as Omni-Directional) will not allow you to get rid of excess noise, which can be made, for example, by the musician himself, telling his colleagues with gestures how to play.

If you change the polar pattern to cardioid, the microphone will not “hear” what is happening behind it. A device with a cardioid simply needs to be positioned with its back towards the noise source, and there will be no extra sounds in the recording.

There are microphones that allow you to use other polar patterns: hypercardioid, supercardioid, figure-of-eight. The more modes the equipment supports, the better for the musician - he has room for experimentation.

Maximum sound pressure level (SPL ). Characteristics " maximum SPL"shows at what sound pressure level the microphone will begin to distort. Threshold SPL 120 dB is a good indicator, 130 dB is almost outstanding. It is worth noting that 140 dB causes injury to the inner ear.

Fans of rock concerts should pay attention to the maximum sound pressure level. If the threshold SPL installed high enough, you can record sound with a microphone while standing literally right next to the speaker.

Preamp power. The signal coming through the microphone to the smartphone is usually very weak. Therefore, microphones are equipped with preamplifiers. Using the regulator Gain the user can adjust the amplification strength according to his taste. Sufficient preamp power for external microphone - +40 dB / +45 dB.

Some microphones can not only amplify the signal, but also attenuate it. For example, on Zoom iQ6 you can turn the Gain control down to -11 dB.

How to connect an external microphone?

To record sound from a lavalier microphone to a smartphone, you will have to use a special adapter-splitter (aka - splitter). The purchase of such equipment is unlikely to burden the user: AliExpress splitters are sold at prices starting from 34 rubles.

Without adapters, smartphones can only recognize condenser lavalier microphones!

Recording from the buttonhole should be done as follows:

• Plug the splitter plug into the headphone jack of your smartphone.
• Insert the microphone plug into the appropriate hole in the splitter. How do you know which of the two holes is the right one? As a rule, there are pictures under both connectors - you should use the connector opposite which the microphone is shown.
• Wait until the headset icon appears on the gadget screen.
• Secure the microphone to your clothing. Important point: the distance from the buttonhole to the sound source (that is, the mouth) should not exceed 25 cm.
• Set your smartphone to " Airplane mode"so that the SIM card is inaccessible. If they call the gadget, the recording will be interrupted, and the take (perhaps the most successful) will be spoiled.
• Open the application " Dictaphone” and start recording. You can use not only built-in iOS and Android utilities for sound recording, but also third-party applications downloaded, for example, from Google Play.

To connect external stereo microphones to Android, you also have to use an adapter, but a different one - with Lightning- plug (which, by the way, is a difficult task to find). You can connect a stereo microphone to an iPhone without any additional equipment.

Conclusion

On the modern market of mobile accessories you can find recording equipment that can satisfy the requirements of even the most demanding audiophile. However, buying a microphone whose characteristics promise the highest sound quality, regardless of the purpose of using this equipment wrong. The user risks overpaying for benefits that are meaningless for the type of activity he intends to engage in.

Do you want to record a YouTube video on your phone, but don't know?

How the microphone/smartphone combination works

How to connect a microphone to your phone

Your smartphone, regardless of the model, uses a certain form of connector (four-pin), which can accept up to 2 channels of audio input.

Thus, the smartphone perceives external stereo sound. It also provides 2 channels of stereo headphone output.

This connector is also called a “socket”. This is where the pins for the input and output lines meet.

If this is not the case, the sound will not be clear and clear. The pins on a stereo microphone plug (TPC) are arranged differently than the pins on a smartphone (four pins).

So you can't just plug a gadget into your smartphone and expect it to work.

What you need to get high-quality sound is a microphone that has a built-in adapter (for example, Rhode Smartlav+ or GORA Lavalier).

Another option is to use an adapter and a standard microphone.

The type of adapter depends on the microphone, of course, but again it's important to make a good choice.

Just remember that the plug on the adapter should be four-pin, and the socket should probably be either TRS or XLR connectors. These are the two most common types of forks.

How to use an external microphone on an Android phone with a 3.5mm headphone jack

Connecting and recording audio from an external source on your phone is a fairly simple procedure.

But many new users complain that doing this is not as easy as it seems.

At first you might think that you just plug in a microphone and everything should naturally work.

But if you've tried this before, you know it won't work.

The headphone and microphone jacks are different on Android devices.

Headphones work great on Android, but it doesn't work with microphones. You just have to know how to do it.

The only place you can plug it in is into the headphone jack.

But to prepare the device for operation, you will need an adapter cable.

It depends on it whether the microphone input, as well as the audio output for headphones, will be fully functional. It is this small detail that causes difficulties.

Choosing the Right Adapter

On the Internet you can find universal multifunctional adapters.

When the adapter is connected, the user has the opportunity to connect a microphone and headphones at the same time. Both of these devices will work simultaneously.

For example, StarTech TRS to TRRS can be purchased on popular online platforms for only $7.

They compare favorably to many other devices that only have one headphone jack.

Smartphone as a universal device

Today, smartphones are undoubtedly powerful pocket computers that can do many amazing things.

While the ability to test on the go was once considered an incredible feat, today their possibilities seem limitless.

We play games on them, take and edit amazing photos, view and edit spreadsheets and documents.

Many users can't imagine a day without drawing, scheduling tasks and reminders, saving their most personal notes, and recording and editing audio - be it on blogs or forums.

The smartphone is also used to download current music.

Bloggers shoot exclusive ones.

It has also become common practice for musicians to take out their smartphone as soon as a new song idea pops into their heads.

Creative people use smartphones to record their unique ideas.

And let's be honest, there is one small detail that users are really missing.

Even most top-end smartphones are practically unable to produce thick, powerful sound without distortion, muffling and interference. There is also no bass at all.

Luckily, there are many external microphones available for capturing full-featured audio.

The bad news is that most of them only come with the Apple Digital Connector. It's a shame that Android users can't enjoy many decent options.

But they have developed the ability to connect a digital microphone via an OTG USB cable.

This means that users have unlimited options available to most PC users.

How to Connect an External Condenser Microphone to Your Android Device

There are many reasons why you might want to connect a high-end microphone to your mobile device.

Having a mobile phone, you can achieve almost studio-quality recording. A sound source can be really helpful.

Regarding high quality video, there are no problems here.

Mobile image sensors are responsible for their processing, which create decent opportunities for video recording.

But a low-quality audio signal can be a big turn-off for budding video makers and vloggers.

If you're a mobile videographer looking to optimize your audio recording quality, or you're simply looking for a better alternative to existing solutions, an external microphone is worth a look.

This is obvious. With all that said, here are a few mobile gadgets that are worth considering.

Simple solution: discrete solution for one Rode smartLav+ speaker

The lavalier or lingering type is widely known to the audience. This device is still widely used among video bloggers, who rarely film more than one person in a video.

Some people use them in clips; it can be attached to clothing, usually in the chest area. Then it is customary to hide the cable under clothing.

Obviously, in this case there is one limitation - the speaker is not too far from the phone.

It may be a good idea to use a lapel microphone in an additional device that is located in your pocket while the other camera is capturing video.

Otherwise, interference may occur.

If we talk about the price of the above options, you can find fairly budget solutions for $14 or purchase branded devices from Rode.

In any case, lavalier solutions are a great compromise between size, ease of use, and sound quality, but they are not the best option if you want a noise-free audio signal.

• Compact and discreet
• Easy to connect and configure

• Not suitable for multiple audio sources
• The cable may interfere with use

Omnidirectional and portable: The Mighty Mic

It is louder, more sensitive, more directional. But the most unique thing is that it does not take up much space.

Indeed, The Migthy Mic is a great option if you want to record video with noticeably better sound than what the standard built-in gadget is capable of.

There is also a headphone jack for monitoring purposes.

• Ultra-portable directional
• Easy to connect and configure

• Not suitable for loud sounds
• Not an optimal choice for recording music

Reliable Stereo Recorder: Shure MV88

This device is designed with a serious focus on performance.

The architecture is designed for clear stereo sound. The user gets 5 digital presets to customize the recording parameters according to the current situation: speech, singing, apartment, acoustic instruments, loud ambient atmosphere.

Polarity option and gain options are also available. It's obviously designed for serious applications.

It can capture the deafening sounds of a rock concert and try to turn them into crisp recordings, but the price tag certainly reflects that.

So the user will have to prepare to fork out money. But the result will be worth it.

• Stereo recording
• Rugged housing
• Presets for several different scenarios
• Advanced features such as wind reduction, equalizer, compressor and limiter
• Works well in noisy environments

• A little expensive
• Cannot be used with smartphones with cases

Fashionable gadget for meaty sound: Zoom iQ6

This module consists of two, located X/Y figuratively to the recording source.

The idea is that the off-axis attenuation performed by each of the microphones creates a difference in stereo and a difference in level.

The result is good, the sound is very rich.

This device is great for recording acoustic instruments.

The gadget can record songs as well as any special sound effects that you want to capture from the real world and turn into digital materials.

The Zoom iQ6 will cover your iPhone's audio jack, but don't worry - the microphone and output will be free. These can be used if you want to control your tracks!

• Captures deeper, more realistic sounds
• Variable angles
• Fine gain control
• Handles very well in noisy environments (up to 130 dB)
• Extended Lightning connector and removable spacers accommodate most smartphones

• Not the best choice for beginners
• Can't capture wide stereo

Wide range of settings: Blue Microphones Mikey

This rugged beauty is built to handle loud sounds - according to the specification, it can handle up to 130dB of volume.

To understand what this parameter is, it must be said that the volume at a rock concert fluctuates around 120 dB, so you should feel quite comfortable.

There are three amplification modes - quiet, car, and loud.

The gadget adapts depending on the situation, and its protection is able to reflect unwanted noise.

The device also has a micro-USB port that allows you to charge your / iPod / using the microphone. This option is implemented just in case there is a long recording ahead.

Unfortunately, the device blocks the headphone port on the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6S.

You will not be able to use headphones for monitoring.

Therefore, in places where constant tracking and monitoring is required, it is worth using a different device.

iPhone 6/6S users - you can still use it for demo recordings, or capturing a clip of your favorite band, but when using it for studio work, be prepared for the inevitable disappointments.

• Stereo capture
• Rugged housing
• 230 degree rotation
• Micro USB port for charging your phone while recording
• Built specifically to handle loud environments (130dB), and can cancel out unwanted noise

How to connect a microphone to your phone

How to connect a microphone to your phone: The easiest ways

After spending more than 26 hours and listening to more than ten hours of test recordings, we came to the conclusion that the Boya BY-M1 will allow you to significantly improve the sound quality in your videos for little money. It is the best lavalier microphone for a video camera, for a camera and for your phone or smartphone. Its ideal application is interviews and conversational programs. Recording quality, versatility and an inexpensive price compared to professional lavaliers put this microphone in first place.

Update January 18, 2018
Added a more explicit description that the Sennheiser ME 2-US microphone requires phantom power from the recorder to operate correctly. The comments after the article also provide an example of how you can supply power to this buttonhole using the original Sennheiser MZA 900P phantom power adapter.

One of the best lavaliers, which is very popular among journalists and has received a large number of positive reviews. It costs about three times more than the inexpensive Boya BY-M1 model we recommend, but that’s not for nothing. The workmanship is consistent with other Rode products. The microphone has a metal body, reinforced Kevlar cord and a high-quality capsule with an omnidirectional polar pattern. The kit includes a windscreen combined with a pop filter that copes well with wind noise.

SmartLav+ was originally created for use on iOS/Android smartphones and tablets, so it has a plug with a TRRS connector that connects to a standard headphone input. However, the buttonhole can and should even be used with video cameras and cameras; for this you need to purchase a TRRS-TRS adapter (for example, a proprietary SC3 adapter cord or its equivalent).

Another professional and high-quality circular buttonhole, only from Sennheiser. It differs from models with a lower cost in better sound quality and a larger frequency range for recording. The quality of the materials used and workmanship is also excellent. Many bloggers consider it their number one buttonhole. This lavalier is not only sold separately, but also comes complete with expensive wireless radio systems, such as the Sennheiser EW 100 ENG G3-A, for which it was originally created.

The Sennheiser ME 2 has one feature that we have to mention. It consists in the fact that on the plug there is a threaded nut (it can be seen in the image), which is screwed onto the wireless transmitter hanging on your belt. The thread allows you to securely secure the plug and avoid disconnecting the microphone during the presenter's movements.

The same nut, when used with equipment from other manufacturers, does not always allow you to insert the plug into the audio input all the way and fix it there. With careless and strong movements, the plug may jump out of the audio input and then you risk losing your sound recording if you do not control the sound level at this moment.

And also have a setting.

Probably the most budget lavalier deserves special mention, as it has good sound quality for this price. This is the Dagee DG-001MIC model, which can be purchased for about 120 rubles ().

If you need to shoot some kind of action or record several people in the frame at once, and you do not want to limit the actions of the presenter with a wire from the lapel, then we recommend choosing ours, which is installed directly on your photo or video camera. It is even easier and faster to use than a buttonhole. All you need to do is install the microphone and plug the plug into the audio input. That's it, you're ready to start recording.

Why you can trust us

We spent over 26 hours researching for this article and listened to a total of over a dozen hours of audio recordings with various tests and examples of lavalier microphones. On the Russian-language Internet we came across only a few high-quality reviews that can be counted on the fingers of one hand. As a result, we spent most of our time studying foreign articles and comparison tests of lavaliers on Youtube.

Who is the lapel microphone suitable for?

The lavaliers are distinguished by their good sound quality at a low price and miniature size.

A lavalier microphone or simply a lavalier is perfect for those who want to record only the presenter’s voice and exclude other sounds from their audio track as much as possible. They are designed in such a way that they are maximally sensitive to sounds within a radius of 20-30 cm around them, and almost do not perceive sound from more distant sources. That is why they are most often attached to the lapel of the presenter’s clothing (next to the buttonhole).

The buttonhole is suitable for those who want to record only the voice of the presenter and exclude other sounds as much as possible

You can use such microphones with both video cameras and cameras and phones/smartphones. There are no restrictions, the most important thing is the presence of a 3.5mm input on your device. Please note that the input on the photo/video camera and on the phone are different, because... The jack on a smartphone is primarily used as an audio output for headphones. To ensure that one buttonhole works on all devices, you need to use a special adapter cord with TRRS or TRS connectors.

The versatility factor and the ability to use the Boya BY-M1 with both video cameras and phones without various adapters greatly influenced our choice of this product as a recommended one.

Why Boya BY-M1 is the best inexpensive lavalier microphone for camcorders, cameras and phones

The BY-M1 comes with everything you need to start recording right away.

Boya BY-M1, due to its inexpensive price (compared to professional lavaliers, more about them below) and good sound quality with a low noise level, in our opinion, is an ideal option for beginners. This small microphone is great for presentations, vlogging or recording Youtube reviews, podcasts, and anything else where the audio comes primarily from one person.

The biggest plus is the connection to photo/video cameras and phones without adapters

The biggest advantage of this lavalier, as mentioned above, is its versatility and the ability to use it on absolutely any recording devices. It can be connected to a video camera, camera, computer or special sound recorder, as well as to a phone, smartphone or tablet. In this case, you do not need to buy additional adapters, which, of course, are always sold separately and at an additional cost. You just need to switch the lever on the built-in signal preamplifier and select the desired option from two possible ones.

The Boya BY-M1 is an omnidirectional condenser microphone that weighs only 2.5g and picks up the sound around you without any exceptions. It is equipped with a very long six-meter wire (in other lavaliers it is usually up to 1.5 meters), which allows the presenter to be several meters from the camera without any constraint and even move a little in the frame. This is especially useful if we are shooting street video rather than studio video.

The fastening for clothes is quite strong and tight, the buttonhole holds very tightly.

The sound quality of this lavalier is very decent, especially when recording in a quiet room and in the absence of strong movement from the presenter. It must be secured so that the pickup element does not touch clothing. Otherwise, with any movement or contact of the microphone, you will hear strong interference on the audio track.

The package includes the buttonhole itself with a built-in power supply, a clothespin for attaching to clothing, an adapter from a 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm plug (from 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch), a windshield and an LR44 battery for powering the microphone when working with photos/ video cameras. The power supply, in turn, also has its own clothespin and is easily attached to a belt or other items of clothing.

Reviews of Boya BY-M1

We found most of the reviews about this microphone, of course, on Youtube. Bloggers and hosts of their own video programs and entertainment shows are the target buyers of this microphone.

The main advantages are the price and sound quality

We came across several articles in text form. For example, one of these reviews is from the author of the site mysku, who comes to the following conclusion: the microphone really records sound perfectly, the difference is very noticeable when recording on a video camera, although it is also available on smartphones. However, in smartphones (I assume) the internal filling of the smartphone, which is responsible for recording sound, plays a big role. Pros: 1. Price compared to analogues 2. Good quality of materials 3. And most importantly, for fairly little money we get high-quality sound.

Another positive review from an amateur on the Recommendation: Compared to conventional microphones, BOYA BY M1 has a signal preamplifier and a fairly long cord, so it is very suitable for interviews or vlogs. In general, I liked the buttonhole, the microphone and amplifier are made in a durable metal case, have a high-quality shielded cord and sound recording, so I recommend it for your home “recording studio” and not only, due to the versatility and affordable price of the microphone.

Main characteristics of Boya BY-M1

Features of use

The Boya BY-M1 power supply does not have any indication of the battery charge level. Because of this, it is imperative to have a spare LR44 battery with you.

The main feature is related to the microphone's power supply, namely the absence of any charge indicator for the inserted LR44 battery, although it will serve you for quite a long time. Power is required only when working with photo and video cameras. This leads to the need not only to make test recordings every time before shooting to make sure the buttonhole is working, but also to have a spare battery. The chance of forgetting to turn off the microphone after another shoot is too high. In this case, you will have to be content with the microphone built into the camera.

We also draw your attention to the fact that the quality of the recorded sound with absolutely all microphones, whether stationary, lavalier, or on-camera, very much depends on the preamplifier installed in the recording device. As a rule, they are much better in video cameras than in cameras. Don’t forget the fact that absolutely all professional sound recordings undergo additional processing in audio editors, which allow you to further reduce the amount of noise and enrich the sound of the track at your discretion.

Professional lavalier microphone

Professional lavalier with excellent sound quality. By default, suitable for smartphones and tablets, requires an adapter for recording with a video camera or camera.

If you want to get a real professional lavalier and are willing to spend a little more money for high-quality sound, then we recommend looking towards the Rode SmartLav+ (namely the version with a plus in the name). Initially, this lavalier microphone was created to obtain high-quality sound and be used with iOS and Android smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices. That is why there is a TRRS plug at the end of the wire. To install SmartLav+ on a camera, video camera or recorder, you will need to purchase a separate adapter cord with a TRRS -> TRS (TRRS female -> TRS male) connector, for example a branded adapter from RODE.

The sound from this buttonhole will sound better and richer

In our opinion, the recorded sound from this lapel will sound better and richer than from the Boya BY-M1. SmartLav+ picks up slightly less noise, does not require a separate power supply and is considered one of the best lavalier microphones according to Micreviews and is an omnidirectional condenser microphone designed primarily for recording interviews and other broadcast work.

The microphone is made of very high quality, the body is made of metal, the cable is reinforced with Kevlar. The kit includes a clothing mount, foam wind protection and a soft case. In general, this is exactly what we expect to see in proprietary models of famous brands.

The length of the cable is a little frustrating, only 115 cm. This length allows you to attach the buttonhole to yourself or the presenter and connect it to a smartphone, which you put in your pocket. Or, when recording video, be very close to the camera. Most likely, you will still have to purchase an extension cord if you want to record sound on a video camera.

Best Lavalier Microphone for Wireless Radio Recording System - Sennheiser ME 2-US

Another professional lavalier microphone with an omnidirectional polar pattern, which is used for recording speech and even instruments. Initially, it was created for Sennheiser Evolution wireless radio systems (for example, for one of the best in its class EW 100 ENG G3-A), with which it is supplied, but users liked the sound quality and price so much that they began to buy it for use directly with cameras. In terms of recording quality, this is one of the best solutions on the market and this lavalier has almost no competitors. It has a very wide sensitivity range, and is capable of recording frequencies from 30 to 20,000 Hz.

The kit includes the buttonhole itself, a clip for fastening and a metal windshield. The cable length is 1.6 meters, which is a standard length, not as short as the SmartLav+, but not as long as the Boya BY-M1.

One of the best wireless radio systems is Sennheiser EW 100 ENG G3-A, which includes the ME 2-US buttonhole.

ME 2 requires phantom power on the recorder

For correct operation of the Sennheiser ME 2-US for purposes other than its intended purpose, i.e. not on a wireless system - your recorder\camcorder\photo camera should supply phantom power to it, and also have a setting for mixing mono to stereo (MONO MIX).

As mentioned at the beginning of the article, the peculiarity of Sennheiser ME 2 is precisely in use with Sennheiser wireless systems and it is very desirable for it to supply phantom power from the source. The 3.5 mm plug is not made as standard. There is a threaded nut on it (you can see it in the photo), which must be screwed onto the wireless transmitter, and this same nut may prevent you from fixing the plug into the regular audio input of your camera or video camera. If you move it carelessly, the plug may pop out of the socket and you will stop recording sound if you do not monitor it in real time.

If you are ready to put up with this feature (for example, you run a video blog on Youtube and the camera is constantly in front of your eyes) or in the near future you are going to buy a wireless radio system from Sennheiser, then for the money you will not find better quality. Everything else will cost several times more. We highly recommend this model.

The best on-camera microphone for recording Youtube videos and vlogging

If you need to record more than one person in a frame, you are filming more than just interviews and conversations, or your videos involve at least some kind of activity, then the lavalier wire will be a big nuisance. You might consider a cordless system, but it costs over 10 times more than a quality lavalier. Even the 6-meter cable of our winner Boya BY-M1 will not allow you to move further than a few meters from the camera.

For such purposes, directional microphones were invented, which are most often placed on the shoe of a camera or video camera. Although this is not a rule at all, you can attach such a microphone to a smartphone in a special rig or simply to a regular monopod or stand. These are the microphones we recommend using.

List of competitors

Cheap microphone from Aliexpress Dagee DG-001 MIC

Another popular Chinese and cheap microphone costs about 200 rubles on Aliexpress. .

We've seen it more than once in reviews by bloggers on Youtube. It really sounds good when compared with other cheap Chinese counterfeits in the price range from 50 to 250 rubles, but it cannot be compared with our winner Boya BY-M1. Yes, this lavalier costs five times more, but do not forget that the sound is much more important than the video. Don't skimp on a microphone.

The best microphone in the range from 50 to 250 rubles

By default, it is only suitable for phones/smartphones, so you will have to buy a separate adapter if you want to use it with photo/video cameras. It also cannot boast of the length of the cord, only 1 meter. The only plus of this microphone is the price. It has no other advantages.

Audio-Technica ATR3350

One of the best options in the mid-price range

Let's start with the main competitor. It was from this popular lavalier microphone that the Boya BY-M1 was copied. In terms of configuration, characteristics and even the design of the box, they are almost twin brothers. As for the sound, everything remains a matter of taste and color. In our opinion, the ATR3350 sounds a little better, records less noise and extraneous sounds, which means you have to spend less time on post-processing. Considering the cost is twice as expensive as the BY-M1, we did not buy it, but it is definitely one of the best options in the mid-price range.

The difference between the ATR3350 is that the power supply has the same switch lever that is responsible for turning it on and off, but without a special adapter it cannot be used with a phone or tablet. Check the package when purchasing. It is advisable that the adapter comes complete with a buttonhole, but the number of accessories increases by one more piece.

The ATR3350, just like the BY-M1, requires power from an LR44 battery to operate, and both of them do not have any indication or LED that would indicate a low battery.

Rode SmartLav

Buy only the version with a plus in the name - Rode SmartLav+

The Rode SmartLav is the previous version of a more modern model that was released to replace it within just a few weeks and it is the Rode SmartLav+ model that we recommend as one of the alternative options.

We strongly do not recommend buying the regular version of SmartLav (without the plus one), because... it records a very large number of hissing noises. Don't skimp and don't buy it. In the new version of SmartLav+, essentially only the audio pickup capsule has been changed, resulting in a significant reduction in noise. There are also versions of users that the capture of low frequencies has also decreased, as a result of which the sound without processing began to sound less rich and bassy.

Otherwise SmartLav and SmartLav+ are the same.

BOYA BY-LM10

The Chinese analogue of the Rode SmartLav+ microphone is priced similar to the cost of our winner in this category and even cheaper (about 1,100 rubles) - Boya BY-M1. Just like SmartLav+ is designed for use with phones, smartphones and tablets. An adapter for installing it on video cameras or cameras is not included in the kit; you will have to purchase it separately. We did not consider this microphone as an alternative to BY-M1 or SmartLav+ and did not study any additional information on it.

What's the best way to connect a lavalier microphone?

Here are some useful tips from professional sound engineers we encountered while preparing this article.

The best place to mount is in the middle of the chest.

The best location for a lavalier microphone is considered to be in the middle of the chest, approximately where the neckline of a sweater or the second button of a shirt is located. If you place the buttonhole even lower, the sound will be recorded quieter than expected. Any higher and it might start to sound weird.

There is another opinion that the buttonhole should be attached not in the middle, but on one side of the chest. This will prevent sound waves from reflecting inside your chest and being picked up by the microphone.

Experiment with the position a little and see which position works best for you.

Secure the microphone so that the capsule does not touch clothing.

Attach the buttonhole so that its noseband or windshield does not touch the leader’s clothing. If the microphone is not secured properly, then any movement on your audio track will produce a loud and unpleasant knocking/rubbing sound. This is very annoying and shows the complete lack of professionalism of the team.

The only thing worse than this were the reviewers on YouTube, who, when connecting different microphones to the audio input, did not take care of their viewers and did not cut out this sound of plugging/unplugging of a plug, at which the sound volume becomes terribly loud and makes you want to immediately close such a video forever.

When you attach the buttonhole in the middle of your chest, there will be a wire running down from it to the camera or recorder. If the presenter is wearing, say, a tight T-shirt or shirt. Then this wire will be very noticeable on his body and, accordingly, on the video recording.

In this case, advice from professionals working with sound will help. Instead of hanging the cable down the front of the presenter's body, wrap it over the host's collarbone and shoulder and down his back to the recorder. This will allow you to hide the wire well and the viewer will not see it.

Let's sum it up

Pros of the Boya BY-M1 buttonhole:

• Good sound quality
• Inexpensive price
• Versatility of use: suitable for camcorders, cameras, recorders, smartphones, etc. without additional adapters
• Very easy to use
• Wind protection and adapter included

After spending more than 26 hours researching, we came to the conclusion that the best lavalier microphone for a video camera, camera or phone is the Boya BY-M1. For a fairly inexpensive price, you get good sound quality and the ability to use it on all devices without any adapters.

If you are already familiar with sound and are serious about it, then we recommend buying a professional Rode SmartLav+ lavalier or going even further and thinking about purchasing a wireless radio system. In this case, buy Sennheiser ME 2-US immediately.

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Sometimes the built-in microphone on a laptop or PC breaks, but there is simply no portable one. But the connection needs to be maintained somehow. Then a regular Android smartphone can come to the rescue. Many users asked the question: “Is it possible, and if so, how to connect the phone as a microphone to the PC?” Yes, you can. And it's quite easy to do. Moreover, there are several programs for this.

WO Mic

How to connect your phone as a microphone? The first option is using the WO Mic program. The application is available on the Play Store for free. It has already been downloaded more than a million times, which clearly gives a clear idea of ​​​​the demand for this utility.

It allows you to connect your smartphone to a personal computer using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or a regular USB connection. In order for the interaction between the smartphone and the PC to be successful, you need to download the drivers and the WO Mic client itself to the computer. This is a requirement.

Then you need to press the Start button on your smartphone and Connect in the window that opens on your computer monitor.

When using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections, it is worth considering that both the PC and the smartphone must work from the same network: from the same Wi-Fi.

But this is just one example of how to connect your phone as a microphone. There are a couple of alternative methods, the first of which is similar to the one described above, and the second of which is completely different from both of them.

Microphone

How to connect your phone as a microphone using the Microphone program from the developer Gaz Davidson? Even easier than in the previous case. You just need a four-pin audio cable with identical plugs at the ends: 3.5 mm audio jacks (the same as those installed on the headphones).

In this case, it is enough to simply connect one end of the wire to the smartphone, the other to the personal computer, and then the PC will begin to read the voice recorded on the phone’s microphone.

This program makes the question “how to connect your phone as a microphone to your computer” almost completely irrelevant.

What problems might arise?

Even if the user correctly fulfills all the given conditions and launches the programs in the required sequence, the result will still not be guaranteed. It is possible (but not necessary!) that the program may require root rights to operate, since in fact the PC system, be it Windows or Mac OS, must penetrate the Android OS and begin capturing sound from the smartphone’s microphone. It is unlikely that most standard firmware from official developers will allow this by default. After all, such actions clearly violate the Android security system and jeopardize the confidentiality of data stored on the device.

Alternatives

How to make a microphone from a phone? You can connect another high-quality microphone to it. Why not?

You can purchase an adapter for Jack - audio/video connectors - and connect some kind of lavalier microphone to it. There is only one problem: the microphone may not work this way at all. And it doesn’t even depend on the presence or absence of root rights. They are not needed here.

The fact is that some smartphones, when connecting an external headset built into the headphones, continue to record sound from the main microphone, and some begin to record sound from the headset microphone.

To check whether you can connect an external microphone to your smartphone, just connect any headphones with a headset to the phone and check whether sound will be recorded.

If the answer is yes, then you can safely purchase an adapter and an external headset; if not, you shouldn’t spend money on anything. We need to look for another way.

By the way, on iOS devices you cannot definitely connect an external microphone. Apple developers are generally famous for making their OS as closed as possible to external influence. This applies to any accessories that could somehow harm the security of the system.