--- product_id: 305083 title: "OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set" brand: "om system" price: "608 DH" currency: MAD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.ma/products/305083-om-system-olympus-me52w-unidirectional-mono-microphone-set store_origin: MA region: Morocco --- # Noise-canceling design 3.5mm plug-in power Unidirectional cardioid capture OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set **Brand:** om system **Price:** 608 DH **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Capture every word, lose the noise — sound like a pro, wherever you go! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set by om system - **How much does it cost?** 608 DH with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ma](https://www.desertcart.ma/products/305083-om-system-olympus-me52w-unidirectional-mono-microphone-set) ## Best For - om system enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted om system brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Plug & Play Power:** Powered directly via 3.5mm jack—no extra batteries, no hassle, just crisp sound. - • **Compact & Lightweight:** Weighing only 4g, this sleek mic fits discreetly on your lapel or handheld for all-day comfort. - • **Precision Audio Focus:** Unidirectional design isolates your voice, cutting through noisy environments with surgical clarity. - • **Versatile Compatibility:** Seamlessly pairs with a wide range of Olympus recorders and other devices supporting plug-in power. - • **Pro-Grade Noise Reduction:** Advanced electret condenser tech minimizes ambient noise, ensuring your voice stands out in meetings, interviews, and recordings. ## Overview The OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W is a compact, unidirectional electret condenser microphone designed for crystal-clear voice capture in noisy settings. Featuring plug-in power via a 3.5mm jack, it offers excellent noise reduction and compatibility with numerous Olympus digital recorders. Lightweight and versatile, it includes a windscreen, lapel clip, and extension cable, making it ideal for professionals seeking superior audio clarity in interviews, meetings, and transcription tasks. ## Description Product Description The ME-52W Noise-Canceling Microphone is designed to capture clear audio by minimizing ambient noise, making it suitable for use in environments with background sound. Its unidirectional design focuses on the sound source, enhancing recording quality for voice recognition and transcription purposes. From the Manufacturer The Olympus ME-52 Noise Cancellation Microphone is an ideal accessory to have around when background noise may be a problem. The ME-52W plugs directly into your digital recorder's 3.5mm microphone jack for unidirectional recording in high-noise environments. It will cut down on much of the background noise and result in a more accurate transcription. It also comes with windscreen cover, a tie-clip, and 3.3-foot extension cord. Please note: When using with a recorder with a 2.5mm mic jack, purchase the PA-1 plug adapter. Review: An outstanding compact microphone - My first reaction to this microphone was astonishment at is its small size. It's larger than most lapel microphones, but that's because of the physical requirements for noise-cancellation. Still, it's very small, especially for a true "cardioid" (noise-cancelling) microphone. The performance is superb! As Jim wrote, it is very sensitive. I tested it in a quiet room at distances up to 10 feet away. At about 3 feet, my voice was strong and clear. At 10 feet, it was obviously remote, but the sound was good and very clear, with no echo. Off-axis, the sensitivity drops rapidly. At about 70 degrees, the sound weakens noticeably, and beyond 90 degrees, it is almost inaudible. M. L. Strickland is correct in warning that the microphone requires external power. The instructions on the box specify 1.5 - 10 volts. Writers who reported that the microphone was very weak were almost certainly using a recorder that does not provide the necessary excitation voltage. This energizer voltage draws negligible power from the recorder's batteries. However, he is wrong when he writes, '... the noise "cancelation" is only provided by a directional shield. True cancellation is obtained by using a stereo mike with the two pickups wired to cancel noise that arrives at both equally.' Noise-cancelling microphones have existed almost from the start, long before stereo ever existed. The close-up photo on this page clearly shows a slot ("port") in the side of the microphone's body. There is another on the other side. These ports channel sound to the back of the transducer (the sound-sensitive element) so that it is 180 degrees out of phase with the sound striking the front. These opposing signals cancel each other acoustically, but there is always some sound "leakage" through the case and because of imperfect cancellation, resulting in a weak output. This microphone is intended for recording sounds at a distance, which is the purpose of all cardioid (unidirectional) microphones. Its output level is higher than on most microphones, so there is a possibility of distortion, especially if the sound source (such as the speaker) is too close. For a normal voice, I suggest it be held 8 to 12 inches from the speaker's mouth. This microphone was bought to be used on an Olympus DS-330, a six-year-old monophonic digital voice recorder. The internal microphone is sensitive and effective, but because it is omni-directional, recordings in a noisy environment, or at a distance from the speaker, are unclear. The ME-52W mic worked equally well in the "Dictation" (low-sensitivity) and "Conference" (high-sensitivy) modes, but the "Dictation" mode is preferable. It's almost identical in sensitivity to the "Conference" mode, and omits residual background noise, such as radios and air conditioners. With a rated frequency range of 100 - 15,000 Hz, and depending on your equipment, the ME-52W makes excellent voice recordings, and respectable, but not perfect, music recordings. It essentially eliminates echoes, and strongly reduces background sounds. If it's compatible with your equipment, it should be a winner. Edit; 16 Jun 2012: Several inquiries regarding the use of this microphone on stereo recorders prompt me to add this comment. This microphone is monophonic, and two-channel recording from this mic requires one of two conditions: 1: The recorder has a "mono-input" or "mono-recording" mode, which delivers the signal from the microphone to both recording channels, or 2. A mono-to-stereo adaptor must be used. These adaptors are available at Radio Shack stores, and usually in the electronics departments of Wal-Mart and Best Buy stores. The "plug" end of the adaptor will have two contacts: the tip, and a "ring" below it. The plug on this microphone has only the tip contact. These adaptors usually cost about $2 to $3. Stereo hand-held recorders have become very popular, but most of the less-expensive models do not have cardioid microphones. A couple of notable exceptions: TASCAM TASCAM DR-07MKII Portable Digital Recorder Zoom H1 Handy Portable Digital Recorder Both recorders cost about $100. When searching for stereo recorders, be sure to look for "cardioid" or "uni-directional" in the descriptions of the microphones Edit; 19 Jul 2012: 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-standard 2: 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. Review: Works much better than the built in microphone. - This definitely increase the quality of my recordings (I use an Olympus brand voice recorder). I record class lectures on the lowest quality setting and they come out great. Sometimes ill spend 5 minutes removing background noise with audacity (very easy, just look up a tutorial on Google) and the result is amazing.The microphone is directional so you want to aim it at the thing you are recording, but it tilts up and down so you can leave the recorder flat on a desk and aim the mic towards the speakers mouth. Remember, Olympus voice recorders have a microphone sensitivity setting. Use "dictation" if you are going to be recording yourself or someone right in front of you (within a few feet of the microphone) and use "conference" to increase the sensitivity to record things like a lecture where the speaker is more than a few feet away. Audacity can be used to remove background noise and make the voice clearer, and also eliminate the noise of yourself or someone else typing notes if that's a problem in your recording. I've also used this on my mac book to video conference and my voice was MUCH clearer than using the tiny built in microphone. It works great buy you need a cheap USB audio adapter because the mac book audio port doesn't work correctly with this microphone For the price, this is worth every penny. Unless you have a really high quality expensive voice recorder, this microphone is going to be better than the one built in. ## Features - · Electret condenser microphone · Unidirectional design for targeted audio capture · Frequency response: 100 Hz – 15,000 Hz · Sensitivity: -40 dB at 1 kHz (0 dB = 1 V/Pa) · Output impedance: 2.2 kΩ · Plug-in power system · 3.5 mm mini-jack plug · Microphone length: 25 mm · Cord length: 1 m · Weight: 4g (microphone only), 15 g (with cable and clip). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000MYPPPE | | Antenna Location | Voice Recorder, Meeting, Interview | | Audible Noise | 15 Decibels | | Audio Sensitivity | 40 Decibels | | Best Sellers Rank | #35 in Professional Video Microphones #14,670 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 (1,664) | | Enclosure Material | Metal | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00050332159129 | | Item Dimensions | 2 x 0.8 x 3.9 inches | | Item Part Number | N2272726 | | Item Weight | 0.02 Kilograms | | 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 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** OM SYSTEM - **Color:** Black - **Connectivity Technology:** Auxiliary - **Connector Type:** 3.5 mm Jack - **Included Components:** microphone - **Model Name:** N2272726 - **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Voice Recorder, Meeting, Interview - **Special Feature:** Clip ## Images ![OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51CYD+mxmpL.jpg) ![OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51I2jtvpn1L.jpg) ![OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61pf9AqOhVL.jpg) ![OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ARp9ECYwL.jpg) ![OM SYSTEM Olympus ME52W Unidirectional Mono Microphone Set - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21UiWV9WMBL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: does this work on the iPhone 5?** A: 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. **Q: can this be used with a regular pc computer?** A: 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. **Q: can use with android device?** A: Yes. I just tested it with my phone - a Motorola Razr Maxx HD running Android 4.1.2. The sound quality is great. **Q: can this mic be plugged directly into a computer microphone jack, or does it require some other recording device?** A: Yes, I use it for hands free mic in my car. This is a pretty decent mic for the money. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An outstanding compact microphone *by L***R on May 21, 2010* My first reaction to this microphone was astonishment at is its small size. It's larger than most lapel microphones, but that's because of the physical requirements for noise-cancellation. Still, it's very small, especially for a true "cardioid" (noise-cancelling) microphone. The performance is superb! As Jim wrote, it is very sensitive. I tested it in a quiet room at distances up to 10 feet away. At about 3 feet, my voice was strong and clear. At 10 feet, it was obviously remote, but the sound was good and very clear, with no echo. Off-axis, the sensitivity drops rapidly. At about 70 degrees, the sound weakens noticeably, and beyond 90 degrees, it is almost inaudible. M. L. Strickland is correct in warning that the microphone requires external power. The instructions on the box specify 1.5 - 10 volts. Writers who reported that the microphone was very weak were almost certainly using a recorder that does not provide the necessary excitation voltage. This energizer voltage draws negligible power from the recorder's batteries. However, he is wrong when he writes, '... the noise "cancelation" is only provided by a directional shield. True cancellation is obtained by using a stereo mike with the two pickups wired to cancel noise that arrives at both equally.' Noise-cancelling microphones have existed almost from the start, long before stereo ever existed. The close-up photo on this page clearly shows a slot ("port") in the side of the microphone's body. There is another on the other side. These ports channel sound to the back of the transducer (the sound-sensitive element) so that it is 180 degrees out of phase with the sound striking the front. These opposing signals cancel each other acoustically, but there is always some sound "leakage" through the case and because of imperfect cancellation, resulting in a weak output. This microphone is intended for recording sounds at a distance, which is the purpose of all cardioid (unidirectional) microphones. Its output level is higher than on most microphones, so there is a possibility of distortion, especially if the sound source (such as the speaker) is too close. For a normal voice, I suggest it be held 8 to 12 inches from the speaker's mouth. This microphone was bought to be used on an Olympus DS-330, a six-year-old monophonic digital voice recorder. The internal microphone is sensitive and effective, but because it is omni-directional, recordings in a noisy environment, or at a distance from the speaker, are unclear. The ME-52W mic worked equally well in the "Dictation" (low-sensitivity) and "Conference" (high-sensitivy) modes, but the "Dictation" mode is preferable. It's almost identical in sensitivity to the "Conference" mode, and omits residual background noise, such as radios and air conditioners. With a rated frequency range of 100 - 15,000 Hz, and depending on your equipment, the ME-52W makes excellent voice recordings, and respectable, but not perfect, music recordings. It essentially eliminates echoes, and strongly reduces background sounds. If it's compatible with your equipment, it should be a winner. Edit; 16 Jun 2012: Several inquiries regarding the use of this microphone on stereo recorders prompt me to add this comment. This microphone is monophonic, and two-channel recording from this mic requires one of two conditions: 1: The recorder has a "mono-input" or "mono-recording" mode, which delivers the signal from the microphone to both recording channels, or 2. A mono-to-stereo adaptor must be used. These adaptors are available at Radio Shack stores, and usually in the electronics departments of Wal-Mart and Best Buy stores. The "plug" end of the adaptor will have two contacts: the tip, and a "ring" below it. The plug on this microphone has only the tip contact. These adaptors usually cost about $2 to $3. Stereo hand-held recorders have become very popular, but most of the less-expensive models do not have cardioid microphones. A couple of notable exceptions: TASCAM TASCAM DR-07MKII Portable Digital Recorder Zoom H1 Handy Portable Digital Recorder Both recorders cost about $100. When searching for stereo recorders, be sure to look for "cardioid" or "uni-directional" in the descriptions of the microphones Edit; 19 Jul 2012: 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-standard 2: 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works much better than the built in microphone. *by A***S on February 6, 2016* This definitely increase the quality of my recordings (I use an Olympus brand voice recorder). I record class lectures on the lowest quality setting and they come out great. Sometimes ill spend 5 minutes removing background noise with audacity (very easy, just look up a tutorial on Google) and the result is amazing.The microphone is directional so you want to aim it at the thing you are recording, but it tilts up and down so you can leave the recorder flat on a desk and aim the mic towards the speakers mouth. Remember, Olympus voice recorders have a microphone sensitivity setting. Use "dictation" if you are going to be recording yourself or someone right in front of you (within a few feet of the microphone) and use "conference" to increase the sensitivity to record things like a lecture where the speaker is more than a few feet away. Audacity can be used to remove background noise and make the voice clearer, and also eliminate the noise of yourself or someone else typing notes if that's a problem in your recording. I've also used this on my mac book to video conference and my voice was MUCH clearer than using the tiny built in microphone. It works great buy you need a cheap USB audio adapter because the mac book audio port doesn't work correctly with this microphone For the price, this is worth every penny. Unless you have a really high quality expensive voice recorder, this microphone is going to be better than the one built in. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Price is right *by R***E on December 13, 2013* I got this microphone to do a little motovlogging. It plugs into my GoPro Hero2 (or the Hero3+ with the adapter) and has enough cable to reach from wherever the camera is on the helmet to the inside and in front of my face. It comes with a little foam "windscreen" and an alligator clip which actually comes in handy... not for inside the helmet though. For general use, the mic does a pretty good job and the sound isn't all bad. Reminder: it only records on the left channel so unless you have editing software that can turn it into a mono channel, you'll need to get a mono adapter. It's nice to have sound from one place and the camera in another. It's also nice to have something this small since you can put it pretty much anywhere, like in a pocket or the back of a hat - and still pick up good sound. For motovlogging, I'm going to keep looking for another mic. This one has a "pop pop" as it clips from too much sound - a combination of my bike's exhaust, the wind noise, and my voice. I can use a noise gate and compressor and other effects in my editing software to clean it up, but nothing eliminates the sound of a mic clipping. Also, when the surrounding environment has that much noise, the mic exhibits its tendency to sound like a cellphone since it's picking up everything and compressing your voice to what's loudest in front of it; lower and higher frequencies get drowned out. The windscreen is not tolerant of even mild abuse, so I quickly fashioned a new windscreen out of a strip of T-Shirt and a zip tie, and the alligator clip is useless in a helmet, so plenty of Gorilla Tape does the job there. I put the mic behind the left cheek pad with the opening of the mic almost in front of my mouth. All in all, I'm happy with it because I'm doing what's important: sharing my rides with YouTube. However, I'm a stickler for improving the quality of my videos, so I'm still on the hunt for another microphone. This one was at a great price, is a great size, and does what I need it to. I wouldn't look past it or fail to recommend it to another person in a similar situation. ## Frequently Bought Together - Olympus ME-52 Noise-Cancellation Microphone for Digital Voice Recorders - OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS Voice Recorder DM-720 with 4GB, Micro SD Slot, USB Charging, Direction PC Connection, Transcription Mode, Silver - AGPTEK Carrying Case, EVA Zipper Carrying Hard Case Cover for Digital Voice Recorders, MP3 Players, Storage Holder for 3D Printing Pen, USB Cable, Earphones, Memory Cards, U Disk, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ma/products/305083-om-system-olympus-me52w-unidirectional-mono-microphone-set](https://www.desertcart.ma/products/305083-om-system-olympus-me52w-unidirectional-mono-microphone-set) --- *Product available on Desertcart Morocco* *Store origin: MA* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*