Zoom iQ7 Professional Stereo Microphone for iOS

Zoom iQ7 Professional Stereo Microphone for iOS
The iQ7 is one of the most versatile microphones available for iOS. As it allows for 90 degree, 120 degree, and Mid-Side recording, it captures the minutest of details easily, ideal for concerts, rehearsals, outdoor events field work and interviews. With the iQ7, you can create great-sounding recordings on your iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch any time, any place. 

Comprehensive Control
The iQ7 offers advanced features that allow you to create extraordinary stereo recordings every time. A large front-facing MIC GAIN knob allows you to easily set the optimum input level, and three-segment LED level meters to ensure clean, crisp sound with no signal overload. In addition, a dedicated headphone jack—which doubles as a line output—allows you to monitor your audio during both recording and playback.

Extended Compatibility
The iQ7 works with all Lightning-equipped iOS devices. It comes with an extended Lightning connector and a removable spacer for compatibility with most iPhone, iPad, and iPod cases. Leave your case on and start recording.

Perfect Left-Right Every Time
The iQ7's rotating mechanism ensures correct left-right stereo orientation whether you're creating audio-only recordings or capturing audio for your video.

Mid-Side Recording
Mid-side is an advanced recording technique that allows the width of the stereo image to be varied, even in post-production. The two microphone elements in the iQ7 include a directional "mid" mic that captures signal coming from directly in front of your iOS device and a bidirectional "side" mic that captures the audio coming from both sides. A three-way switch allows you to select between 90° (to focus on sounds coming from the center) and 120° (for a wider image that includes ambiance and room signal). A third setting, labeled "M-S," enables you to record the audio "raw" and adjust its stereo width afterward, using Zoom's free downloadable Handy Recorder iOS app.

The Zoom Handy Recorder App
Zoom's free Handy Recorder app, available from the iTunes App Store, adds a wealth of audio tools to your iOS device. Overdub to the stereo recordings created with your iQ7. Perform fine editing functions in its waveform display. Save your files in either linear PCM or AAC file formats.  Apply onboard effects such as compression, EQ, and reverb to further enhance the sound. Handy Recorder even allows you to email the audio you create and to upload it to SoundCloud for sharing with the world.

Amplify Your Creativity
The iQ7 is compatible with most iOS apps that support input from an external microphone, including Apple's Voice Memo and Garageband, as well as another popular music recording, voice recognition, and streaming apps. For optimum audio quality, the Handy Recorder app supports a sample rate of 48 kHz.

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