After several months of use, I can confidently say this device has become a permanent fixture on my desk—and not just because I’m too busy to unplug it. The voice dictation works impressively well, saving both time and keyboard wear, while the video quality is sharp enough to make even Monday morning Zoom calls look respectable.
Whether you’re conferencing or simply attempting to look professional from your home office, the performance is consistently reliable. As someone with over 25–30 years in the IT industry, I don’t hand out praise lightly—but in this case, it’s well deserved.
In short, this is an excellent choice for everyday office use. Logitech continues its long-standing tradition of delivering quality products—thankfully, without requiring an IT support ticket to get started.
If only every piece of tech behaved this well, IT departments everywhere could finally take a proper coffee break.
Rode SmartLav+ Lavalier Condenser Microphone for Smartphones with TRRS Connections
The smartLav+ is a broadcast-grade lavalier microphone with a TRRS connector for plugging directly into smartphones. Featuring a high-quality omnidirectional condenser capsule that is very forgiving when placing on talent, it delivers crisp, clear audio for a wide range of recording scenarios. It comes with a pop filter for minimising plosives and its 1.2m (4') Kevlar-reinforced shielded cable is extremely durable, ready to take on the rigours of any shoot. The smartLav+ is compatible with any audio app and has been designed to pair perfectly with the RØDE Reporter app.
Key Features:
- Broadcast-grade lavalier microphone
- TRRS connector for plugging into smartphones
- Omni-directional polar pattern
- 1.2m (4') Kevlar-reinforced shielded cable
- Includes pop filter
Your film, made easy
The Rode smartLav+ makes it easy and inexpensive to record multiple actors in one scene. Mount one mic to each actor and simply connect to their smartphone, check levels and hit record. Once the director calls ‘cut’ collect the devices and download the audio direct to your project. Using RØDE Rec on iOS devices you can quickly share direct from the app
Gaming & live streaming
Most gaming headphones have ordinary microphones with the sound of the headphones prioritized over the quality of the microphone. The Rode smartLav+ is the perfect replacement if you want to be heard loud and clear.
Capture the big day
The Rode smartLav+ is the perfect microphone for wedding video production. Simply attach the microphone to a smartphone for a discreet and slimline solution to record the groom, minister or any other party throughout the service. Or let the recording run and capture all the audio throughout the day!
Meetings, School, Podcasts, Twitch, Facebook Live..e.t.c
It’s never been easier to record and share online with your audience, wherever they might be. Just mount a smartLav+ on performer and connect it to a smartphone. Using the RØDE Rec app on iOS you can make the audio instantly available online via Dropbox, FTP, email and more.
Specifications
Acoustic Principle: Permanently Polarise
Active Electronics: JFET
Capsule: 0.10"
Address Type: End
Frequency Range: 60Hz - 18kHz
Output Impedance: 3O
Maximum SPL: 110dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KO load)
Maximum Output Level: 189.0mV
Sensitivity: -35.0dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (17.80mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted): 27dB-A
Weight: 6g
Dimensions: 1180.00mmH x 4.50mmW x 4.50mmD
Output: TRRS Output
