Almost everyone is carrying an iPhone in their pocket. Everyone now has access to a 4k video that can capture video on par with some of the best DSLR cameras, but audio recording has not evolved. If you want audible audio, the only solution right now is to shoot your subjects close up. GoPlay Mic allows you to be more creative with your shot choice.
GoPlay Mic a new crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo is like a wireless lavalier mic. GoPlay Mic clips on your subject being recorded. GoPlay promises 24bit CD-quality audio with an unlimited range, and all audio will be stored right on the GoPlay Mic memory. After recording video, users can use GoPlay Mic’s Auto-Sync app on either iOS or Android to sync the audio to your video and share to your favorite platforms.
I could see this microphone being used by independent filmmakers, new parents, to vloggers. Audio limits what has been possible with your smartphone cameras in the past now you can unleash your subjects and for the first time get great video and audio!
GoPlay Mic offers these features:
- CD-quality audio, 24 Bit / 44.1 kHZ
- Auto-sync
- Bluetooth 4.0
- Strong magnetic clip
- Built-in video editor
- One-click batch retrieval from GoPlay to phone
- Smart power saving
- 8GB Storage
- 16 hrs standby, 1.5 hr recording (3x longer with included powerbank)
- 60 minute full-charge
GoPlay is available for only $89 USD plus shipping and will be shipping in June 2017.