This article lists microphone and hardware recommendations for configurations that Socialive recommends for use with the Socialive Mobile app.
Capturing producer-led recordings in the Green Room
Capturing self-guided content in the Recording Booth
Lighting and Other Accessory Suggestions
High-quality Microphone Options for iOS Device Recordings
Capturing producer-led recordings in the Green Room
Most headsets with a speaker and microphone provide quality audio for participants using the Socialive Mobile app or the Recording Booth. The device must also include audio input and output so the guest can hear the producer and other guests in the green room.
Apple AirPods
Apple EarPods
Capturing Self-guided content in the Recording Booth
Since the mobile recording booth is a solo recording experience, speakers can use most iOS-compatible microphones.
Wired Microphones - Most iPhone-compatible microphones will work with the Socialive Mobile Recording Booth, but some may require a 3.5 mm adapter. iPhone 14 and Earlier | iPhone 15 and Later
Test your microphone in the Socialive Mobile App before recording to ensure compatibility.
Microphones without built-in headphones are only compatible with the Recording Booth. Use a 2-in-1 headset or one of the advanced options below for producer-led recordings.
Lighting and Other Accessory Suggestions
Good-quality lighting is essential for making your speakers look their best! Although natural lighting is always best, the tips below help you achieve ideal lighting for your videos.
Have lighting in front of you and behind the camera; avoid backlighting.
Consider a ring light or similar lighting
Tripods and Stabilizing Your Device
High-quality Microphone Options for iOS Device Recordings
A wide range of audio equipment can enhance your iOS recordings. Below are audio equipment options proven to work well with the Socialive iOS app.
Please note: if you see a pop-up asking you if the devices plugged in are ‘Headphones’ or ‘Other Device,’ always select ‘Other Device’
For Recording Booth, you only need an iOS-compatible microphone and an adapter (if needed).
For example the:
https://www.bestbuy.com/product/rde-lavalier-go-professional-wearable-microphone-black/JXR9LSGP82Simply needs the following to function: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/mw2q3am/a/usb-c-to-35-mm-headphone-jack-adapter?cid=aos-us-seo-pla-accessories
To use in a studio session, you need both a microphone and a speaker (so you can both talk and listen).
Some supported Microphones have everything you need on them, like the Shure MV88+
https://www.amazon.com/Shure-MV88-Digital-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B08G7T3Q9SOr the iRig
https://www.amazon.com/IK-Multimedia-handeld-condenser-smartphones/dp/B004IA8F50?th=1
If you have a microphone without an audio output jack, then you need a splitter (again, so you can both talk and hear)
For this setup, you’ll need the following:
Splitter: https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Splitter-Extension-Earphone-Compatible/dp/B00LM0ZGK6
Plug in a speaker: Amazon.com: AYL Mini Speaker System, Portable Plug-in Speaker with 3.5mm Aux Input, External Audio for Laptop Computer, MP3 Player, iPhone, iPad, Cell Phone (Black)
Plug in your iOS-compatible microphone. Here are a few microphone examples that work with this setup.
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