IK iRig Mic Cast HD – Dual-Sided Digital Voice Microphone for iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac & PC

The iRig Mic Cast HD is a pocket-sized, dual-sided digital microphone that clips magnetically onto your iPhone, iPad or Android device and records clear voice audio straight into any recording app. It is made for vloggers, mobile journalists, podcasters and anyone filming interviews on a phone who wants a real step up from the built-in mic.

Three Pickup Modes for Every Camera Angle

Inside are two 0.55″ gold-sputtered electret condenser capsules facing opposite directions. A capsule selector switches between three pickup patterns:

• Front cardioid for selfie videos, vlogs and live streams where you face the screen
• Rear cardioid for filming someone else with the rear camera while you stay quiet
• Figure-8 (front and rear) for two-person interviews across a table, with your phone in the middle

This is the feature that sets it apart from single-capsule clip-on mics: one small device covers solo talking-head shots, reporting and interviews.

True Digital Recording at 24-bit / 96kHz

Unlike analogue phone mics that rely on your device’s headphone or TRRS input, the Mic Cast HD has its own built-in preamp and 24-bit converters with sample rates of 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz. Frequency response is 40Hz to 20kHz. Because the signal is converted to digital inside the mic, you bypass your phone’s internal mic preamp completely. It draws power from the connected device, so there are no batteries to charge or replace.

Magnetic Mounting in Seconds

Two ferromagnetic plates are included. Stick one to the back of your phone or case, and the mic snaps on and off magnetically. It works in portrait or landscape orientation, so you can shoot for Reels, TikTok and Shorts or for YouTube without changing your setup.

Monitoring and Level Control

A 1/8″ (3.5mm) headphone output lets you hear exactly what you are recording, and a direct monitor switch chooses between the direct mic signal and the processed signal coming back from your app. Adjustable input gain and a multicolour LED for status and audio level help you set the right level before you hit record.

Connects to Phones, Tablets and Computers

The mic has a micro-USB port, and IK includes three short cables so it works out of the box with:

• iPhone and iPad with Lightning
• iPhone, iPad and Android devices with USB-C, plus Mac and Windows computers
• Android devices with micro-USB (OTG cable)

On Android it needs version 5 or later with USB digital audio support. On Windows, IK recommends its iRig ASIO driver for low latency. It works with any app that records audio, including camera apps, video calls and streaming apps.

Who Is It For?

• Vloggers and content creators filming on a phone
• Mobile journalists recording interviews in the field
• Podcasters who want a compact mic for remote or on-the-go recording
• Teachers, presenters and anyone on video calls from a laptop or tablet

It is not designed to replace a studio vocal mic for music, and as a device-mounted mic it works best within arm’s length of the speaker. For distant subjects, a shotgun or lavalier mic is a better choice.

iRig Mic Cast HD vs Other iRig Mobile Mics

iRig Mic Cast 2 is the cheaper sibling with a similar size, but it connects through an analogue 1/8″ TRRS cable, so it relies on your device’s audio input instead of its own converters. Choose the HD for higher-resolution digital audio and direct connection to Lightning, USB-C and computers.

iRig Mic Video is a digital shotgun mic with a focused pickup, a shoe mount and a 3.5mm camera output, better suited to filming subjects further away or recording to a camera. The Mic Cast HD is smaller and better for close-up voice and two-person interviews. Browse more options in our USB microphones and broadcast and podcast microphones ranges.

Key Features

• Dual 0.55″ electret condenser capsules
• Front cardioid, rear cardioid and figure-8 pickup patterns
• Built-in preamp and 24-bit A/D conversion up to 96kHz
• 40Hz to 20kHz frequency response
• 1/8″ headphone output with direct monitor switch
• Adjustable gain with multicolour status and level LED
• Magnetic mount with 2 ferromagnetic plates
• Powered by the connected device, no battery needed
• Lightning, USB-C and micro-USB OTG cables plus windshield included

FAQ

Does the iRig Mic Cast HD work with USB-C iPhones and Android phones?

Yes. The included USB-C to micro-USB cable connects it to USB-C iPhones, iPads and Android devices, as well as Mac and Windows computers. Android devices need version 5 or later with USB digital audio support.

Does it need batteries?

No. It is powered by the device it is connected to.

Can I record an interview with two people?

Yes. Select the figure-8 mode, place the phone between the two speakers, and both front and rear capsules record at the same time.

Will the metal plate affect wireless charging?

It can. Place the plate where it does not cover your phone’s wireless charging area, or remove it while charging.

Which apps does it work with?

Any app that records audio, including the built-in camera app, video call apps and streaming apps. IK’s iRig Recorder 3 LE app is also available for recording and editing.

Is there a windscreen for outdoor recording?

Yes. A windshield is included to reduce wind noise when filming outside.