External XLR Dynamic Microphone & Adapter / Cable For iPhone 4

[George Jones]

Dave,

Thanks for your tips on a strain relief system for the 3.5mm male connector.

I agree with your concerns and have taken a couple precautionary steps.

1. I have a special iPhone 4 holder with 1/4 In threads I use in the field for audio / video applications. This small holder can easily be mounted to an in car suction cup, small desktop tripod, or a portable 11 oz unit like the ZipShot https://www.zipshottripod.com/product.cfm.

On the holder I have mounted a small male snap holder. Around the right angle 3.5mm male cable connector I have a female snap. I snap it together in a snap and this system takes most of the stain off the connector.

2. As a backup, I have the AppleCare protection Plan.

Others have done similar things with velcro … but I like mine better. https://www.sonicstudios.com/tips.htm

I have all the pieces of this audio system and am waiting for Tieline to come out with their Enterprise Report-IT System.

George

[John Livings]

That sounds cool, Now if the App. were $1.99 or Less…..

Regards, John

[Mark Bayly]

Gentlemen,

I am wondering if technology has advanced sufficiently since your comments last September to the point where a recommendation concerning the “best” accessories for filming with an iPhone4 are more unanimous?

My intention is to film a morning show with a co-host, as well as interviews at social events and stream them live to my website. No editing, just live and raw. I don’t require better picture quality than the iPhone delivers, as that will be part of the appeal, but I would like excellent sound quality.

I appreciate any advice.

Best,
Mark