Zoom iQ6 iOS XY Stereo Lightning Microphone Clip-On Field Recorder Mic
Brand
ZOOM
The Zoom iQ6 is a compact XY stereo microphone designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices with Lightning connectivity. It delivers high-quality stereo recording using dual condenser capsules in an XY configuration, capturing clear and natural sound with excellent depth and realism. With adjustable 90° and 120° microphone angles, it adapts easily to music, interviews, field recording, and video production. The rotating capsule design ensures correct stereo orientation for both portrait and landscape shooting. Featuring a built-in gain control wheel and real-time monitoring support, the iQ6 turns your iOS device into a powerful portable stereo recorder for professional-grade audio capture.
Zoom iQ6 XY Stereo Microphone for iOS Devices
The Zoom iQ6 is a compact, high-quality XY stereo microphone designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. Built for mobile recording, it transforms your iOS device into a powerful field recorder capable of capturing detailed, natural stereo sound for music, interviews, video production, and live environments.
Professional XY Stereo Recording
The iQ6 features two high-quality unidirectional condenser microphones arranged in a classic XY configuration, delivering accurate stereo imaging with excellent phase coherence. This design ensures a natural, well-balanced sound field suitable for both close and wide recording situations.
Adjustable Stereo Width Control
Users can switch between 90° and 120° microphone angles, allowing precise control over stereo width. The 90° setting provides a focused sound image, while 120° delivers a wider, more immersive stereo experience ideal for ambient recording and live performances.
Optimized for Mobile Field Recording
The iQ6 connects directly to iOS devices via Lightning and is powered by the device itself, offering a simple plug-and-record solution. It is designed for creators who need professional audio capture on the move without additional equipment or complex setup.
Precise Gain Control and Monitoring
A large analog-style MIC GAIN wheel allows accurate input level adjustment, while LED level meters provide real-time feedback to prevent clipping and distortion. A dedicated headphone output enables direct monitoring during recording and playback for full audio control.
Flexible and Case-Friendly Design
The iQ6 includes an extended Lightning connector and removable spacer, allowing it to fit most iPhone and iPad cases. This ensures uninterrupted recording access without removing protective covers from your device.
High-Quality Audio Performance
Supporting 44.1 kHz / 16-bit and 48 kHz / 16-bit recording formats, the iQ6 delivers clear, detailed audio suitable for professional and semi-professional applications. It is ideal for capturing live music, interviews, podcasts, and environmental sound.
Key Features
- Professional XY stereo condenser microphone for iOS devices
- Adjustable stereo angle: 90° and 120°
- High-quality unidirectional capsule design for natural stereo imaging
- Analog MIC GAIN wheel for precise input control
- LED level meters for accurate monitoring
- Built-in headphone output for real-time monitoring
- Extended Lightning connector compatible with most cases
- Powered directly via iOS device (no external power required)
Specifications
- Microphone Type: XY stereo condenser
- Audio Resolution: 44.1 kHz / 16-bit, 48 kHz / 16-bit
- Stereo Angle: 90° / 120°
- Maximum Input Sound Pressure: 130 dB SPL
- Gain Range: +11 to +51 dB
- Connector: Lightning
- Output: 3.5 mm headphone/line output
- Power Supply: Powered via iOS device
- Weight: 30.5 g
- Dimensions: 61.1 × 53.1 × 30.6 mm
Ideal For
The Zoom iQ6 is ideal for musicians, filmmakers, journalists, vloggers, and mobile content creators who need reliable high-quality stereo recording directly on their iOS devices for field recording, live events, interviews, and video production.
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