IPhone can record videos with an external microphone. The iPhone has a built-in microphone, but if you want to improve the audio quality of your recordings, using an external microphone is a great option. It allows you to capture clear and professional-sounding audio.
To connect an external microphone to your iPhone, you will need to use an adapter, as the iPhone no longer has a dedicated headphone jack. The specific adapter you’ll need depends on the type of microphone you have.
If your microphone has a 3.5mm TRRS (Tip-Ring-Ring-Sleeve) jack, you can use the Apple Lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter. This adapter plugs into the Lightning port of your iPhone and provides a 3.5mm audio input, allowing you to connect your microphone.
If your microphone has a 3.5mm TRS (Tip-Ring-Sleeve) jack, you will need a TRS to TRRS adapter. This adapter converts the TRS connection to a TRRS connection, which is compatible with the iPhone. It typically has three rings on the TRS end and four rings on the TRRS end. You can then use the Apple Lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter mentioned earlier to connect the TRRS end to your iPhone.
If your microphone has a Lightning connector, you can simply plug it directly into the Lightning port of your iPhone. Many external microphones designed for iPhone come with a Lightning connector for easy connectivity.
For microphones with XLR connectors, you’ll need an XLR to TRS/TRRS adapter. This adapter converts the XLR connection to a TRS or TRRS connection, depending on your microphone and adapter requirements. Once you have the XLR to TRS/TRRS adapter, you can follow the steps mentioned earlier to connect the microphone to your iPhone.
Keep in mind that the length of the cable provided with your microphone may not be sufficient for your needs. In such cases, you can use an extension cable to increase the reach between the microphone and your iPhone.
It’s worth noting that not all external microphones are compatible with iPhones. Some microphones require additional power or features that may not be supported by the iPhone. It’s always a good idea to check the compatibility of the microphone with your iPhone before purchasing or using it.
The iPhone can indeed record videos with an external microphone. By using the appropriate adapters and cables, you can connect a wide range of microphones to your iPhone and capture high-quality audio for your videos.