Rode VideoMic Me-L
Elevate your mobile video audio with the Rode VideoMic Me-L. This directional microphone is designed for iPhones and iPads with a Lightning connector, delivering crisp, clear sound by minimizing background noise. Its cardioid polar pattern ensures your subject is the focus. Enjoy direct headphone monitoring and playback through the 3.5mm jack. Built with durable aluminum and including a secure clip and furry windshield, it's perfect for capturing high-quality audio on the go, indoors or out, for iOS devices running iOS 11 or higher.
$67.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
73
/ 154
#73 in Mobile Phone Camera Accessories
Price vs Category Average
+131%
Above average
Acoustic Principle
Pressure Gradient Electret Condenser
/ Pressure Gradient Electret Condenser
Who it's for
- Direct Lightning Connectivity
- Significant Audio Improvement
- Headphone Monitoring Capability
Who should skip it
- iOS Exclusive Compatibility
- Potential Camera Obstruction
- Reliance on Phone Power
Key Specs
Acoustic Principle
Pressure Gradient Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Frequency Range
20Hz-20kHz
Maximum SPL
115 dB SPL (1kHz @ 1m)
Connectivity
Lightning Connector
Analog Output
3.5mm TRS Headphone Jack
Material
Aluminium
Weight
28g
Features
- Directly upgrades audio for Lightning iPhones/iPads
- Focuses on your subject, reduces background noise
- Headphone jack for real-time monitoring
- Includes windshield for clear outdoor recordings
- Secure clip for easy mounting
- Bus-powered by your iOS device
- Durable aluminum construction
What customers say
This microphone earns strong approval for delivering professional audio quality with remarkable ease of use for mobile creators. Users consistently praise its directional pickup, which effectively isolates voices and minimizes background noise, offering a massive upgrade over native phone mics. The plug and play setup requires no batteries, making it perfect for spontaneous recording. The included windshield is highly effective outdoors. However, the physical design presents a recurring hurdle. Many users find the short connection and mounting clip incompatible with standard phone cases, forcing removal before each use. Despite this inconvenience, the consensus is that the Me L provides top tier portable audio for serious iPhone videographers.
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