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The smartLav+ is a broadcast-grade wearable microphone designed for use in a wide range of film, television and broadcast scenarios, or wherever broadcast quality audio is required in a discreet, portable format without the complication and expense of additional wireless equipment.

With the smartLav+ the user simply mounts the microphone on the talent, connects it to a smartphone or tablet headset jack and records via the RØDE Rec app for iOS, or any other audio app of their choice.

By employing a professional quality omni-directional condenser capsule the smartLav+ picks up sound equally from all around the microphone, allowing for versatility when mounting and ensuring a high degree of user-friendly operation.

A foam pop shield is supplied to minimize wind noise and vocal plosives (hard ˜b', ˜t' and ˜p' sounds), as well as a durable mounting clip with in-built cable management. Its Kevlar reinforced cable ensures that you never stretch or snap your microphone under normal usage conditions.

The smartLav+ is compatible with any audio app that accepts input from the headset connection, however it has been designed to pair perfectly with R˜DE's RØDE Rec app for Apple iOS devices. RØDE Rec turns the user's iOS device into a fully-featured field recorder, with a wide range of equalisation presets to suit various recording situations, in addition to professional editing functions and the ability to publish to SoundCloud and Dropbox direct from the app.
RODE smartLav+ Lavalier Microphone for Smartphones
RODE smartLav+ Lavalier Microphone for Smartphones
RODE smartLav+ Lavalier Microphone for Smartphones

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  • Broadcast-grade lavalier mic for smartphones
  • Professional quality omni-directional condenser capsule
  • Foam pop shield minimises wind noise and vocal plosives
  • Compatible with just about any audio app
  • Designed to pair perfectly with the RØDE Rec app for iOS

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  • Acoustic Principle: Pressure Gradient
  • Active Electronics: JFET
  • Capsule: .10"
  • Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional - picks up all sides equally
  • Address Type: End
  • Frequency Range: 20Hz - 20kHz (selected HPF @ 0)
  • Output Impedance: 0Î
  • Maximum SPL: 110dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KÎ load)
  • Maximum Output Level: 189.0dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KÎ load)
  • Sensitivity: -35.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (17.80mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2dB @ 1kHz
  • Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): 27dB-A
  • Weight: 6g
  • Dimensions (HxWxD): 1180mm x 4.5mm x 4.5mm
  • Output: TRRS Output
  • Warranty: 1-year

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One year warranty.

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3.17

6 Reviews

75%

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  1. Amateur Recording1
  2. Home Studio1
  3. Outdoor Events / Games1
  4. Weddings1
  5. Iphone Video1
Cons
  1. Pricey / Poor Value2
  2. Cable Too Short1
  3. Limited Functions1
  4. Not Durable1
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Reviewed by 6 customers

  • Mic cable WAY too short.

    1

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 years ago

    byMark

    fromUndisclosed

    I wanted to use this to create videos of myself with quality sound, using a tripod to take the video. The cord on this mic is only about 3 feet long, making it useless for this purpose. This short of a cord would only work for recording audio, or taking video of someone else while being very close to them. If the product description said 3 feet, I never would have purchased this. Why would this not be a prominent part of the description?

  • Cable way too short

    1

    submitted6 years ago

    byKing of Claims

    fromJacksonville, FL

    I wanted to use this to make videos with better sound. The mic cable is far too short to have the cellphone camera used for the videos, making it useless. This seems to be made only for voice recordings, or very close up videos. It would have been good to know the length of the cable before buying it, but it was not listed anywhere.

  • I actually just bought my second one

    5

    submitted6 years ago

    byTyler

    fromUndisclosed

    Good sound. Quiet and clear. Super easy to setup!

  • Excellant mic...but POOR package shipment from Guitar Cente

    3

    submitted8 years ago

    byAmy Wong

    fromPlano, Tx

    This Rode smartLav+ sounded very crisp & clear. For this little device delivered quality sound I was surprise by it. I am totally willing to pay for this smartLav+ Lavalier Microphone even thought it's pricey! However, Guitar Center will do a price match so I was able to get it below the MSPR price.

  • The SmartLav+ Lavalier Micrphone is great

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    bySteve Buerer - the video guy.

    fromSacramento, CA

    I am a videographer doing primarily weddings. I have done three in the last two weeks and have found created very reliable. The most recent was actually a 50th Anniversary and the groom didn't speak because of a stroke. The couple was mostly seated at the alter of the church. They had a drape of the two chairs on which they were seated. I watched the mic between the couple on the drape. It picked the bride and the pastor quite well include the readers a few feet away on the house sound system. Ian very satisfied for the price.

  • Great for Periscope

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byCathySirvatka

    fromChicago, IL

    I use this with my iPhone 6 for Periscoping (live broadcasting over the phone) and it works wonderfully. Improves the sound and makes you more professional. Great product for the price. Wireless are nice but cost a lot more.

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byTrisha

    fromSilver Lake, NH

    Can this Rode SmartLav be plugged into the headset jack and used with a laptop (MacBook Pro)?

    Can this Rode SmartLav be plugged into the headset jack and used with a laptop (MacBook Pro)?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No. The headset jack is an output. For a microphone you need an input. Give us a call to help you out – 866 498 7882

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byBob

    fromBrick, New Jersey

    I purchased a ZOOM H1N to record Board Meetings of a Home Owners Association. Would this Mic be a good option to capture all the audio in the meeting? The meetings are held in our clubhouse and attendance is usually from 50 to 100 people.

    I purchased a ZOOM H1N to record Board Meetings of a Home Owners Association. Would this Mic be a good option to capture all the audio in the meeting? The meetings are held in our clubhouse and attendance is usually from 50 to 100 people.

    Open Reply - Ronald
    This would be an alright choice, but since it's a board meeting I would assume there would be more than 1 person talking at a time. If that's the case I would recommend maybe getting a couple of mics.