Connect external mic to your mobile device: Overview

When you record with the Riverside app on a mobile device, we recommend one of the following ways in the table below to connect a microphone, depending on your device.
IMPORTANT: 
You cannot use both bluetooth headphones and a connected microphone with the Riverside mobile app, due to mobile device constraints.

Additionally, you can always test your microphone's compatibility with Riverside.

External Mic Connection iPhone and iPad  iPhone and iPad Android
Device's port Lightning USB-C USB-C
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External 3.5 mm wired mic and wired headphones 
(requires a TRRS splitter)

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USB microphone with wired headphones
(requires a device with a USB-C port)
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Bluetooth headphones (like AirPods)
Please note that you cannot use any microphone when using bluetooth headphones. 

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Lighting-only microphone
(incompatible for calls)

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Please note: Some external USB-C mics are not compatible with iOS 17 on the iPad.

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