Question: Can You Use External Mic with Android?

3.5mm headphone jack. Standard 3.5mm headphone jack. The most common wired solution for connecting an external mic to your Android device is (was?) … There are two general options: Using a mic with a dedicated TRRS 3.5mm headphone jack connection or using another mic with an adapter.

Can you use a microphone through a headphone jack?

Most microphones come with what is called an xlr output. The headphone jack is also an output signal that outputs the mix, therefore, you cannot use a microphone as the 2 are both outputs.

Can I connect a condenser mic to my phone?

If you decide to use a condenser microphone you will most likely need to purchase a device that can convert the XLR connector of the microphone to the small 1/8” (3.5mm) connector of your smart device, as well as provide the phantom power that condenser microphones require.