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Zoom iQ5

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Zoom's iQ5 is small Lightning connector microphone that offers good sound and flexible features.Read more
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Pros

  • the installation procedure is pretty easy
  • easy-to-use and good-sounding microphone
  • iQ5 performs remarkably well

Cons

  • Mini-USB and headphone ports
  • you need higher-quality audio
  • poor compatibility of the accessory with certain apps
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Key specs

  • Mobile phone/smartphone microphone
  • Wired
  • 40 dB
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Zoom iQ5 - Pros & Cons

Zoom iQ5

Pros

  • the installation procedure is pretty easy
  • easy-to-use and good-sounding microphone
  • iQ5 performs remarkably well
  • affordable
  • small
  • lightweight
  • and versatile
  • quality gained in terms of audio recording will greatly

Cons

  • Mini-USB and headphone ports
  • you need higher-quality audio
  • poor compatibility of the accessory with certain apps
  • flashes repeatedly when your input level is too high
  • can't record a Skype interview through one

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Zoom iQ5 - Full Specifications

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Microphone typeMobile phone/smartphone microphone
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Design
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Connectivity
Device interfaceLightning
Connectivity technologyWired
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Recording quality
Bit rate16.0 bit
Sensitivity40.0 dB
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Dimensions
Width2.31 in
Height2.46 in
Depth1.52 in
Weight1.08 oz

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Zoom iQ5 iQ5 microphone review: iOS accessory delivers solid sound from a small package
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Published: 18.08.2014
iQ5 microphone review: iOS accessory delivers solid sound from a small package
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Zoom's iQ5 is small Lightning connector microphone that offers good sound and flexible features.

By Christopher Breen
8 minute read

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