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Rating 3.7 out of 5 stars with 98 reviews

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Customers regard the sound quality of the directional microphone for smartphones as great, especially for acoustic videos. They also find the microphone easy to use and appreciate its functionality. However, some customers have concerns about its compatibility, particularly for professional filmmaking.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    So much better

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I attend a lot of meetings every year. I can only write and take notes so fast. Majority of them are intimate meetings but about 25-30% of them are large 100+ people. I started recording them for review but the audio quality was poor with just the phone's microphone. But after getting this microphone audio quality is way better, nice crisp and clear playback in small and large rooms. I love that it nearly eliminates background noise. Barely any of people near me eating, trying to whisper, or open wrappers. Only downside is I have to take off my phone case in order for it to for in the jack. Now it stays in my bag everywhere.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Surprisingly well made!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When I first saw It, could not believe that someone actually made a directional microphone for a smartphone. When I realized it was Insignia brand I was concerned at build quality. Turns out, it's a great little mic and perfect for flogging or even interviews. Great mic, great buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Nice size

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I expected the microphone to help me make my beginner videos. The discriptions. Could have been clearer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good noise isolation

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this mic with an iPhone 6s primarily for filming videos of homes that are narrated - often from a distance. The mic works well from long distances and does a good job reducing ambient noise. It also can be pointed in multiple directions. Only drawback which is likely with any non blue tooth mic is that most phone cases will need to be removed. Thinner bumber style cases can work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Volume

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Helps just a bit

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This microphone is decent to pick up a little more sound coming from different directions. It does not really boost the loudness of someone's voice for recording though. I use it to record podcasts and I still find that I have to get very close to the mic to pick up my voice at a decent volume for the recording.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use, Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good for basic recording

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    using this on my S7 for an emergency. It picked up sound fairly clearly and is super easy to use, just plug it in and it works. There is not much difference if it is fairly close to the subject but works best at a distance, I used it about 25 feet away.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    A good mic for the iphone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This mic worked well for me. Make sure the mic is plugged all the way in for the best results. The inclusion of a cord would be helpful.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good not great microphone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This microphone will improve audio quality but don't expect major improvements. If you're looking for a decent microphone without spending a lot of money this is perfect for you. I use it with my iPhone 6s Plus to live stream sermons from my church on Facebook.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Microphone Superb for its intended Purpose

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    As a radio talk host I need high quality microphones for broadcast of programs. There cannot be compromise of quality. This microphone fills the bill and I have used it to host programs as long as 4 hours in length and the engineers tell me that the quality is of a broadcast level. There need be nothing else added.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    An Affordably Adequate Stopgap

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Mic enhances your phone by being a little louder and helping filter out a little noise. The assembly feels decent but the guts are really delicate and come out easy, meaning the housing can’t protect it much. Still it’s a quick convenient solution for getting audible voice overs on the go.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    More volume and much better sound than built in mic. When a recording of music was played back over good speakers it sounded basically as good as original.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Works well

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Picked this up for recording videos with iPhone. Significant improvement in audio quality over built in, resulting in much more polished videos.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Good for close up videos

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this item to help enhance videos in a small basketball gym. It really made the sound crisp up close, but didn't catch as well from about 20 feet away. Got a good deal on it so we will still use it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Audio Quality

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Actually suprised me. I bought it on sale and wasnt really expecting so much of a difference in audio quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This microphone works very well, definitely better than the microphone on the phone. Good purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works with smart phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very easy to use with a smart phone and very reasonably priced.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good not great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good microphone for the price. Does pick up noise from everywhere, videos may seem to crowded.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    The mic barely makes a difference!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    i bought this because it had fairly decent reviews on Best Buy but honestly, there is hardly any difference in the recording with or without the mic. I'm not expecting wonders and miracles for what I paid for but at least minimize the wind or background noise, but no I didn't get any of that. I'll give it a couple of stars because it looks pretty cool and small enough to fit in your pocket.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good Mike

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good mike works well. Mike has good coverage range. Recorded sound is of good quality.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Simple

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Simple and quick connect. Bends to a direction if needed. Quick disconnect when done.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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