# Portable Stereo Microphones The iRig Mic Field Converts iOS Devices into Portable Stereo Recorders By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irig-mic-field References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/irig-mic-field-october-release/33681/) & [ikmultimedia](http://www.ikmultimedia.com/products/irigmicfield/) The iRig Mic Field is a [stereo microphone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solum-voice-s), offered by [IK Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/axe-io-one), 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](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-your-life). 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 Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **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. - **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. - **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. ### Sectors Adopting This - **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. - **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. - **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. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stylish Portable Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saramonic-air.md) - [Content Creator-Focused Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-content-creators.md) - [Simplified Smartphone External Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rode-videomic-go-ii.md) - [Budget Portable Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budget-portable-microphone.md) - [All-in-One Mobile Recording Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisong-airstudio-s1.md) - [Vlog-Focused Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-mic.md) - [Ultra-Compact Recording Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lark-m2.md) - [Dual-Channel Mini Wireless Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-wireless-microphone.md) - [Studio-Quality Wireless Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualchannel-wireless-microphone.md)