1. Professional table microphone with Bass-weakness for iPhone or iPad
- Convincing: The Apogee MiC is one of the best iPad/iPhone microphones. A noise you don't hear on the recordings, instead, a clear and distinct Sound. Price: approximately 180 Euro.
- Compatible: The microphone is compatible with almost every App is compatible. We used in the Test, Apple's own App "GarageBand".
- Weaknesses: At the time of recording, the bass can not match frequencies with Studio-quality. In addition, the MIC is very sensitive to the touch. You therefore make use of, in any case, the included table stand.
- Tip: With this microphone pop screen is a must. Whether you are looking for a cheap Popkiller for Clamping or wind protection to decide, doesn't matter.
Apogee MiC (Image: Amazon)
2. Clip-on microphone with good equipment
- Convincing: The small MicW i436 is not only suitable for the volume measurement, but is very happy for quick voice recordings used. In this size, the performance of the ball-the microphone is exceptionally good. Price: around 85 euros.
- Compatible: For volume measurements is the App in the "Noise Immision Analyser". For voice recordings you can put on any standard Recorder App.
- Weaknesses: A little reason, the microphone noise is not suppressed and as a plug-in microphone, it is, of course, dependent on accessories. Even if the microphone has an omnidirectional characteristic, a deterioration in the recording quality of the attached microphone very quickly. Therefore, pay attention to the correct orientation of the microphone.
- Tip: The right accessories you can obtain for a cost of about 30 euros, but for voice recordings is essential. It includes a windscreen and a cable for "handy" Interviews.
MicW i436 (image: Amazon)
3. Special microphone iShotgun
- Convincing: The MicW iShotgun is actually as an external microphone for a camera meant to be. The great Sound you can record via the App. In particular, the minimal background noise and clear voice quality of the recordings convinced in the Test. It is roughly comparable to the Zoom H1. Price is about 180 Euro.
- Compatible: With a 4-pin connector, you can connect the microphone according to the manufacturer, even on your Smartphone. In practice, the recording quality, however, was significantly lower and varied in addition among the individual Recorder Apps. On iOS, you can use almost any App.
- Weaknesses: When using the accessory, you need to try first, which by the end of the cable connect with the iPhone and the microphone. Otherwise, you will be surprised at a very poor Audio quality.
- Tip: The extensive accessories is included in the Kit, and includes a microphone-fishing as well as a long cable. The microphone is a directional characteristic, so that you will receive many, low-noise, good voice recordings.
iShotgun (image: Amazon)
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