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Zoom iQ7 Mid-Side Stereo Microphone for iOS Devices with Lightning Connector

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Zoom iQ7 Mid-Side Stereo Microphone for iOS Devices with Lightning Connector
Key Features
  • For Vlogging, Music Videos & More
  • Stereo Capsule with Lightning Connector
  • Realistic Stereo Recordings on iPhone
  • Broadcast-Quality 48 kHz / 16-Bit Audio
Record high-quality, Mid-Side stereo recordings straight to your iOS device with the Zoom iQ7, a microphone that plugs right into an iOS device thanks to its Lightning connector. With a naturalistic stereo depth of field, the mic is wonderfully suited to music-video recording, video-based podcasts, and more.

The iQ7 records broadcast-quality digital audio, and offers a stereo-width slider to adjust how "wide" you want the resultant recording to feel. The controls for width control and gain are easy to master. Optimized for the Zoom Handy Recorder App, the iQ7 comes with a removable spacer that allows it to be used with most iPhone, iPad, and iPod cases. It also ships with a foam windscreen.
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Zoom iQ7 Overview

Record high-quality, Mid-Side stereo recordings straight to your iOS device with the Zoom iQ7, a microphone that plugs right into an iOS device thanks to its Lightning connector. With a naturalistic stereo depth of field, the mic is wonderfully suited to music-video recording, video-based podcasts, and more.

The iQ7 records broadcast-quality digital audio, and offers a stereo-width slider to adjust how "wide" you want the resultant recording to feel. The controls for width control and gain are easy to master. Optimized for the Zoom Handy Recorder App, the iQ7 comes with a removable spacer that allows it to be used with most iPhone, iPad, and iPod cases. It also ships with a foam windscreen.

Capture Events Just as They Happen
M/S stereo is beloved in the pro world, for the technique results in a highly realistic recording, both in terms of width and depth. M/S recordings also "fold down" to mono without issue, and this makes them particularly attractive to people who demand mono-compatibility for their stereo recordings. With the iQ7, you can rest assured that your audio will sound equally good, whether its heard on headphones or off a phone's speaker.
For Horizontal Video, Vertical Video, or Audio Only
Built with a rotating capsule design, the iQ7 mic can align with your camera to capture audio while recording video, or to better suit an audio-only recording. It can also be used to record audio for horizontal or vertical video, delivering perfect left-to-right stereo orientation in the resultant recording. When recording audio without video, simply rotate the mic to the audio position, and point your phone like a mic to the sound you want to record.
Broadcast-Quality Sound
The iQ7 records audio at broadcast-quality 48 kHz/16-bit. You'll have the ability to adjust the stereo width using a slider. The controls are easy to master: a simple gain knob, and the aforementioned stereo-width control. Note the 3.5mm headphone jack as well; this output allows you to monitor audio through headphones while you record, and it can be used as a line out for recording an analog backup recording if desired.
Easy Controls & Monitoring
Adjust your input level, with a large front-facing MIC gain knob and LED level meters. Use the headphone jack for monitoring your audio before, during, and after recording.
Available Zoom Handy App
The mic is designed to work with Zoom's free Handy Recorder app, available on the iOS store. You'll be able to monitor audio without latency straight from the app. When it comes to preparing your recording for the outside world, you'll be able to perform fine editing functions with a waveform display, save your files in either linear PCM or AAC file formats, and apply effects such as compression, EQ, and reverb to further enhance the sound. Share your resulting files over email, or post them to SoundCloud for the world to hear.
UPC: 884354014124

Zoom iQ7 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Single-Point Stereo
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
2x Condenser
Maximum SPL
120 dB
Analog Output
No
USB/Digital Output
1x Lightning
Power Sources
Bus Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Single-Point Stereo
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
2x Condenser
Sound Field
Stereo (Adjustable Width)
Orientation
Side Address
Controls
Gain/Sensitivity, Polar Pattern, Stereo Width
Performance
Maximum SPL
120 dB
Connectivity
Analog Output
No
USB/Digital Output
1x Lightning
USB Class-Compliant
No USB Connectivity
Wireless
No
Digital Audio
A/D Conversion
16-Bit
Sample Rate
48 kHz
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: Handy Recorder
Power
Power Sources
Bus Power
Physical
Color
Silver
Mounting Thread Size
No Mount Included
Dimensions
H: 2.1 x W: 2.3 x L: 1" / H: 54.5 x W: 57.2 x L: 26.5 mm
Weight
1.1 oz / 30.5 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.375 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.15 x 4.5 x 2.3"

Zoom iQ7 Reviews

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question

Does this device work with Facetime?
Asked by: Anonymous
The iQ7 will work with Facetime as well as most other apps that support input from an external microphone.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2021-03-17

question

Will this product work with the SuperNotes app on my iPad Pro???
Asked by: Anonymous
We do not field test 3rd party apps. We can only endorse Zoom's free Handy Recorder app, available from the iTunes App Store.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-25

can the iphone have case when connected?

can the iphone have case when connected?
Asked by: Hongda
This will depend on the specific make and model of case you are using. However, the iQ7 can be attached to most phones with cases by removing the black spacer around the iQ7's lightning connector.
Answered by: Zoom Customer Support
Date published: 2023-05-05

question

Can I use the iq7 on my android device via adapter converter?
Asked by: Ahmed A.
The iQ7 is currently compatible with iOS devices only.
Answered by: Jeff P.
Date published: 2018-08-25

will this work with iphone 13 pro max?

will this work with iphone 13 pro max?
Asked by: jung chi
Yes, this is compatible with the iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Answered by: Zoom Customer Support
Date published: 2022-02-28

Will this work with an Iphone 11?

Will this work with an Iphone 11?
Asked by: Patty
Yes!
Answered by: Zoom Customer Support
Date published: 2019-10-08

Will this device Work with the instagram app?

Will this device Work with the instagram app?
Asked by: augusto
The iQ7 works with Instagram though the audio will be mono rather than stereo.
Answered by: Zoom Customer Support
Date published: 2018-12-28

Will this work as a hearing aid booster in a ...

Will this work as a hearing aid booster in a restaurant with Bluetooth to hearing aids?
Asked by: Paul
The Zoom iQ7 does not have wireless capability. It is meant to plug directly into an iPhone with a Lightning connector to provide audio for recordings.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-03-06
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