Question 1

does this work on the iPhone 5?

Accepted Answer

Nope - Definitely does not work with my iphone or any other I've tried from 4-6 - It's a mic that is meant to be used with a recorder and I've even had trouble using it with battery operated recorders (in that it doesn't work)Cut and Paste from another better informed reviewer reveals:This microphone will not work with the iPad, iPhone, or iPod, as many users have discovered, for two reasons:1: The jacks on these devices are non-standard2: The microphone requires power from the device to which it is connected.While browsing through the comments today, I came across a reference which I immediately checked out, and I learned that these Apple devices do have excitation power available for external electret microphones, but a special adaptor is needed to access the power connection. One supplier of such adaptors is  Their web-site describes the configuration of the jacks in the Apple devices, and lists a number of adaptors and cables to connect unpowered electret microphones, such as this Olympus ME-52W, to them.

Question 2

can this be used with a regular pc computer?

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In most cases, no.  The reasons are discussed in my comments on this microphone, the first one on this page.The audio inputs in most computers are not intended for microphones.  They are "high-level" inputs, requiring at least one volt of audio (from the output of an MP3 player, a radio, or an amplifier), and this microphone is a "low-level" device, that delivers only about .1 volt or so.  In addition, this microphone requires "excitation voltage" of between 1.5 and 10 volts, which is not available from the audio-input jacks in most computers, for the reason just described.To be used in most computers, this mic requires a "pre-amplifier" that supplies the necessary voltage.  However, iPads, iPhones, and iPods supply that voltage, but they have non-standard jacks, and an adaptor is required to operate this microphone in those devices.Finally, this microphone is a monophonic device, so a mono-to-stereo splitter adaptor is required, unless the recording device has a built-in switch to accommodate mono inputs.  These adaptors are available at electronics stores and Radio Shack, Walmart, and Best Buy.The simplest solution for use on computers is a USB microphone.

Question 3

can use with android device?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I just tested it with my phone - a Motorola Razr Maxx HD running Android 4.1.2. The sound quality is great.

Question 4

can this mic be plugged directly into a computer microphone jack, or does it require some other recording device?

Accepted Answer

Yes, I use it for hands free mic in my car.  This is a pretty decent mic for the money.

ASIN	B000MYPPPE
Antenna Location	Voice Recorder, Meeting, Interview
Audible Noise	15 db
Audio Sensitivity	40 db
Best Sellers Rank	#22 in Professional Video Microphones #11,792 in Computer Accessories & Peripherals
Brand	OM SYSTEM
Built-In Media	microphone
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Olympus DM-1, 3, 420, 450, 520, 550;Olympus DS-150, 2, 2000, 2200, 2200 Conference Kit, 2200 Konferenzkit, 2300, 2400, 30, 3000, 320, 330, 3300, 3400, 40, 4000, 50, 5000, 5000iD, 61, 65, 660, 71, 75;Olympus LS-10 Linear PCM Recorder, LS-11 Linear PCM Reco
Connectivity Technology	Auxiliary
Connector Type	3.5 mm Jack
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,671)
Enclosure Material	Metal
Frequency Response	100 hertz
Global Trade Identification Number	00050332159129
Item Dimensions	2 x 0.8 x 3.9 inches
Item Part Number	N2272726
Item Weight	0.02 kg
Manufacturer	Olympus
Mfr Part Number	145055
Microphone Form Factor	Lavalier
Model Name	N2272726
Model Number	V314050BU000
Number of Batteries	Nonstandard Battery batteries required. (included)
Number of Channels	1
Polar Pattern	Unidirectional
Power Source	Corded Electric
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	52 db
Special Feature	Clip
UPC	050332159129
Warranty Description	1 Year Manufacturer

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