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Compact Lightning microphone with foam and furry windshields, 5.3 inches long

Saramonic

Saramonic SmartMic5 Di Micro-Shotgun Microphone Lightning iOS

SKU CH-SQGB-AM65D

A unidirectional micro-shotgun microphone with MFi-certified Lightning connector for iOS devices, weighing 0.4 oz and including foam and furry windscreens

  • Crystal-clear audio with unidirectional design minimising background noise
  • Foam windscreen and furry windshield reduce wind noise and plosives outdoors
  • Ultra-light at 0.4 oz and 5.3 inches long for pocket portability
  • MFi-certified Lightning connector gives direct, adapter-free iOS connection
  • Plug-and-play operation starts recording instantly on iPhone or iPad

iOS Lightning Micro-Shotgun Microphone

The Saramonic SmartMic5 Di is a unidirectional micro-shotgun microphone built for iOS devices with a Lightning port. Its MFi-certified connector plugs straight into an iPhone or iPad without adapters. The design targets vloggers, streamers and mobile creators who need focused audio capture on the move. It draws power directly from the host device so no batteries are required.

Lightweight build with dual wind protection

At 10.5 g and 13.5 cm long, the microphone adds negligible mass to a handheld setup. A foam windscreen and a furry windshield are both supplied, cutting wind noise and plosives during outdoor recording. The interference tube measures 6 cm by 1.1 cm, keeping the profile slim enough for pocket carry. Passive operation means there are no electronics to generate self-noise.

Direct Lightning connection for instant use

The fixed Lightning plug means the mic sits inline with the device, so handling stays simple and cable-free. MFi certification guarantees the handshake works with current iOS releases. The package includes the foam windscreen and furry windshield only; no case, stand or extension cable is bundled. Users who need USB-C or 3.5 mm connectivity will need a different model.

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Price $59.99
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Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I attach the SmartMic5 Di to my iPhone, and which way should the interference tube point?

Plug the MFi-certified Lightning connector directly into the port; the 5.3-inch interference tube must face the sound source for proper unidirectional pickup.

What upkeep do the foam windscreen and furry windshield need after outdoor recording?

Remove both covers, shake out debris, hand-wash the furry windshield with mild detergent, rinse the foam screen, and air-dry fully before refitting.

At what point does the Lightning port’s power draw limit continuous recording time?

The microphone draws power from the iOS device, so recording stops when the phone or tablet battery is depleted.

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