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Portable Stereo Microphones

The iRig Mic Field Converts iOS Devices into Portable Stereo Recorders

— September 6, 2014 — Tech
The iRig Mic Field is a stereo microphone, offered by IK Multimedia, that can be attached to any Lightning-compatible iOS device to turn it into a portable stereo digital field recorder. The product was unveiled at IFA Berlin.

The iRig Mic Field is capable of capturing stereo sound at a highly impressive sampling rate. It can be rotated a full 90 degrees one plugged in, ensuring that users get the optimal stereo image while holding their iOS device in either portrait or landscape mode. This is a significant plus over other devices that have to be held in portrait mode.

The iRig Mic Field device will be released globally in October, and will be priced at $99.99 in the USA.
Trend Themes
1. Portable Stereo Microphones - The trend of creating portable and high-quality stereo microphones can be a great opportunity for businesses to cater to the needs of content creators who demand quality recording on-the-go.
2. Ios Device Accessories - The trend of developing accessories for iOS devices, such as the iRig Mic Field, provides an opportunity for businesses to create products that enhance the usability of the devices.
3. Sampling Rate Technology - The trend towards improving sampling rate technology provides an opportunity for businesses to create products and services that elevate the quality of sound recording and playback.
Industry Implications
1. Audio Recording Industry - The audio recording industry can benefit from the trend of portable stereo microphones and improved sampling rate technology by developing products and services that provide high-quality audio recording and playback.
2. Consumer Electronics Industry - The consumer electronics industry has the opportunity to create more accessories for smartphones and tablets, such as the iRig Mic Field, that enhance user experience and provide new functionalities.
3. Content Creation Industry - The content creation industry can take advantage of the trend of portable and high-quality stereo microphones by developing products and services that cater to the needs of content creators who rely on mobile devices to capture and produce content.
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