If you're looking for a compact, easy-to-use lapel mic that plugs right into a phone's TRRS jack, the Rode SmartLav+ is 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.
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Key Features
- For ENG, EFP & Vlogging
- Low-Profile Lapel Mic
- Windshield, Clip & Durable Cable
- Compatible with Built-In Mobile Apps
If you're looking for a compact, easy-to-use lapel mic that plugs right into a phone's TRRS jack, the Rode SmartLav+ is 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.
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RODE smartLav+ Overview
Note:
For devices outfitted with iOS lightning ports, the SmartLav+ can make the connection using the standard TRRS to Lightning adapter kit, available separately.
Great for the Field
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.
Handy Includes
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.
Easy to Use
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.
Compatible App
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.
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RODE smartLav+ Reviews
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How does this smartlav+ mic compare to the Rode ...
How does this smartlav+ mic compare to the Rode Lavalier Go?
I’ve only used the smartlav, I do wedding videography, along with the rode rec app for my iphone its a life saver. No more wireless interference
Date published: 2020-06-14
Is the Rode SmartLav compatible with iphone 8?
Is the Rode SmartLav
compatible with iphone 8?
Yes, but you'll have to use your lightning converter that came with your phone. I have two Rode SmartLav's and I used mine with my iPhone 8, then my iPhone X and now my iPhone 12 Pro. I host an Amazon Prime travel show called "Places to Go" and it is the lav that you'll see clipped to my shirts except I also have the TRRS to TRS converter so that I can use it with non-phone recorders such as the Sony PCM-A10 used for most of the filming.
Date published: 2021-05-17
Can you record from your iphone with the lavalier ...
Can you record from your iphone with the lavalier plugged in at the same time?
No as soon as you plug a microphone to your smartphone, the smartphones microphone turns off immediately.
Date published: 2021-03-04
Can I use this to recorded directly into USB-C ...
Can I use this to recorded directly into USB-C iPad Pro and USB-C Mac, assuming use with the Apple USB-C to 3.5mm adapter?
Yes.
Date published: 2021-02-24
question
Works with sony transmitter?
The Rode SmartLav's TRRS connector is only compatible with the mic/headphone jack on a smartphone. Not compatible with wireless mic systems.
Date published: 2018-08-25
question
(This question is in regards to the Rode Rec app.) How much free storage space would I need on my iPhone to record approximately 30 minutes of audio?
Output in multiple formats including WAV, MP3, AIFF, AAC, Apple Lossless, FLAC and more. The memory used will be dependent upon the codec used. So recorded in standard Apple file format at 128kbps will yield a file size of about 28MB which is .028GB.
Date published: 2018-08-25
question
Will this mic work when it's directly plugged into a Zoom H1?
The Smartlav+ features a 3.5mm TRRS connector not directly compatible with standard audio recorder inputs. An adapter such as the Rode SC3 is required.
Date published: 2018-08-25
Can the nut at the end of the jack be removed so ...
Can the nut at the end of the jack be removed so that it can plug into a 3.5 mm lockable transmitter?
Not without cutting and rewiring.
Date published: 2019-08-18