Zoom iQ5 MS Stereo Microphone

The Zoom iQ5 MS Stereo Microphone is a high-quality mid-side stereo condenser mic, perfect for recording music and compact enough to be slipped into your pocket. Simply connect it to the Lightning connector of your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch and get ready to do some serious stereo recording any time, any place.

The Zoom iQ5 MS Stereo Microphone enables you to create anywhere and stir the world around you. Blur the line between observer and instigator by matching significant content with quality sound.

The Zoom iQ5 MS Stereo Microphone employs a unique rotating mechanism that enables audio recording with correct left-right stereo orientation whether used vertically or horizontally. Use it in standard “audio” position or simply rotate it to the “video” position in order to record video with the attached iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch held horizontally.

Mid-side recording makes it easy for anyone to record in realistic (and fully mono-compatible) stereo. The Zoom iQ5 contains two microphone elements: a directional “mid” mic that captures audio coming from in front, and a bidirectional “side” mic that covers ambient signal.

The Zoom iQ5's dedicated headphone jack enables direct monitoring during both recording and playback.

Zoom's free Handy Recorder app is specially designed for use with the iQ5. Simply download it from the App Store and install it on your iOS devices. The Handy Recorder app allows you to record in linear PCM (WAV) 16-bit/44.1kHz format for CD-quality audio that accurately captures the full subtlety of acoustic instruments and spaces.