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Headset Buddy Line-Level Audio Adapter with Built in Attenuation for iPhone, Smartphones, Soundboards and Mixers (iPhone-Mic-Line)

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Compatible Devices MP3 Player, Tablets, Headphone, Cellular Phones
Specific Uses For Product Microphone
Connector Type Auxiliary
Color Mic-Line
Item Dimensions LxWxH 6 x 3.7 x 1.1 inches

About this item

  • Record line-level audio from your mixer or soundboard on your iPhone, smartphone.
  • Allows your external audio output to replace your smartphone's mic. Includes line mic attenuator that allows for line-level to mic-level conversion
  • 3.5mm 4 conductor TRRS Male to 3.5mm TRS Microphone Input Jack with built-in Attenuator.
  • Works with most phones that have a combined headset and mic jack. Use a splitter to connect to two audio sources at a time!
  • Crystal clear sound recording, 100% guaranteed

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Product Description

micline, mic-line

micline, audio, line level

micline, mic-line

bose, micline, mono

Record Line-Level Audio

Our line level input converter allows you to record audio on your smartphone from outputs such as a headphone jack or audio output jack such as turn tables, mixers, soundboards and other professional audio equipment.

Crystal Clear Audio

The iPhone-Mic-Line replaces your phone or laptops microphone level audio signal with line level input allowing you to record on your device as if the sound was coming directly from it.

Easy to Use

1. Insert the male 3.5mm (1/8 in.) TRRS plug into your phone or laptop*.

2. Plug your audio source into the female 3.5mm (1/8 in.) TRS end of the Headset Buddy adapter.

3. The device will recognize that an external audio source is connected and turn its internal microphone off allowing you to record using the external source. 4. If your smartphone does not have a 3.5mm female headset jack, you will need to purchase one of our a generic adapter. (Will not work with Apple lightning adapters)

Mono Sound

Sound input for smartphone connections is mono but most apps split the sound into left and right channels for playback in both ears. You are able to input stereo sound; however, playback will only be in the left ear.

live stream, facebook, recording

Easy Stream to Social Media Live

Stream your audio directly to your listeners on social media. Your listeners will actually want to listen to what you have to say!

- Have your audio settings ready.

- Open your live stream app.

- Plug in your Mic-Line*

- Amaze your listeners with great audio!

*Please use a generic adapter for your phone if needed.

podcast, mic-line, headset buddy

Perfect for Podcasters

Does your audio on your podcast sound muffled, static-y, or like you're in a tunnel?

Once you use the Mic-Line, listeners will think your whispering sweet nothings into their ear and your subscribers will grow!

band, music, line level, headset buddy

Band Performances Gone Wild

Connect all your instruments to your mixer and record the whole band directly to your phone! Perfect for releasing a new EP on social media!

Make sure all your sound settings are exactly what you need since you can't adjust these while recording!

radio show, audio, headset buddy

Stay Classy on your Radio Show

Want to send audio directly to listeners that call in? Perfect!

When someone calls in, you can send them audio directly through the line they're connected to! Great for sending recorded calls, sound clips, whatever you want!

Austin

Our Story

Headset Buddy was started in 2009 when I wanted to use my favorite headset with my phone, but couldn't find an adapter. I realized (thankfully) others might have the same issue. Soon after I ordered a thousand units and started selling them from the spare bedroom of my apartment. As orders came, so did requests from customers for different types of headset accessories. Here we are now, with over forty unique headset solutions selling all over the world, thanks to customers like you.

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Customer Reviews
4.4 out of 5 stars
728
4.1 out of 5 stars
124
4.1 out of 5 stars
49
4.2 out of 5 stars
69
4.1 out of 5 stars
16
Male Size 3.5 MM TRRS 3.5 MM 3.5 MM 3.5MM 3.5 mm to 1/4"
Female Size 3.5 MM TRS 3.5 MM 3.5 MM 3.5 MM
CTIA
Works for Microphone Yes - Battery-less microphone Yes - Battery powered microphones
Headphone Monitoring
Attenuation -20dBV -17dBV 0dBV Corner frequency of 60Hz
iPhone 5, 5s, SE, 6, 6 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus
iPhone 7 and above, use in combination with a lightning adapter
Macbook, Macbook Air and Pro, Mac Mini and Pro
Android smartphones and devices

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Quality of material
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connector type
Auxiliary
3.5mm Mini Trs Microphone
Auxiliary
Auxiliary
Auxiliary, Lightning
Auxiliary
number of ports
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warranty
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Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
728 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance and value of the adapter. For example, they say it works great with their iPhone and does a good job as a line level input. Customers are also impresseded with the ease of connection. That said, some complain about the noise it makes and the quality.

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125 customers mention89 positive36 negative

Customers like the performance of the adapter. For example, they mention it works well, it works great with their iPhone, and it works with outboard equipment. Some say that it works perfect with their lightning connector and that it's an excellent and essential tool for broadcasting live DJ mixes via smartphone.

"...Works great!" Read more

"...n't know the specifics or details, but I can tell you it works perfectly for my application...." Read more

"...At first, it worked amazingly well. The sound quality was great... much better than I expected actually...." Read more

"...it would only work from time to time...." Read more

18 customers mention16 positive2 negative

Customers like the value of the adapter. They say it's a great purchase, worth every penny, and an affordable solution for sound mixers to smartphone or live stream.

"This solved a huge issue for us and a such an awesome price point!..." Read more

"...as far as I could find, that works in this situation and at the right price too." Read more

"...and better sounding solutions, but this is quick, easy and sounds good for the price!" Read more

"...On the 20+ setting it is clear as a bell. This is a great product for the money and does everything I need it to do!" Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers find the electronic adapter simple, straightforward, and easy to set up and connect. They also say it has perfect sound quality and does not require any software to work.

"...Really easy to use just plug in and turn on the app. would by this again for sure" Read more

"...In conclusion: the product is simple and straightforward; however, if you are looking to input raw, full-spectrum audio, you should first determine..." Read more

"...I enjoy this was very simple and needed no software to work. The phone just responds like this is a wired headset. GET ONE!!! GET TWO!..." Read more

"...complicated and better sounding solutions, but this is quick, easy and sounds good for the price!" Read more

69 customers mention43 positive26 negative

Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the adapter. Some mention that it does an excellent job of attenuating sound, providing clean audio directly into the mic input. However, others say that they get a loud buzz and almost no sound, making the sound choppy. They also say that the volume parts were cut off, making it difficult to record presentations clearly.

"...Sound quality is very good considering all the adapters, only thing I can complain about it is the volume tends to be lower in the recording also it..." Read more

"When I first used the cable, there was a terrible buzzing recorded on top of the audio...." Read more

"...This one the sound was great no distorsion quality for price is great the imput jack on this nice and tight unlike the other one i bought...." Read more

"...Sounds crystal clear, louder, and so much better than recording video unto an iPhone without it...." Read more

34 customers mention12 positive22 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the adapter. Some mention that the build quality seems good, and the cable is well made. However, others say that the cable was fragile, and broke after one use.

"...hesitant to buy this after reading reviews regarding the cable fraying at the connectors...." Read more

"...As I took the cable apart, I was surprised to see how solidly the cable was put together...." Read more

"...the volume tends to be lower in the recording also it does mess with the recorded videos on the iPhone so have to use iMovie to convert them and..." Read more

"...The female jack connections wear out extremely fast and it quits working...." Read more

12 customers mention0 positive12 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the adapter. They mention that it causes constant buzzing, static, and popping. Some customers also report that the adaptor crackles at high volume.

"...I tried the second cable and found that it had the same buzzing, BUT ONLY WHEN MY IPAD WAS PLUGGED IN!..." Read more

"...was extremely quiet, had a super high noise floor, and was even distorted as well...." Read more

"...the 3.5mm jack had an intermittent connection inside it causing lots of static and popping...." Read more

"...2nd time usage and nothing but buzzing. I complete a full perfect recording and only on playback do I hear the buzzing through the entire recording...." Read more

6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the adapter. They mention that the 3.5mm jack had an intermittent connection inside it, causing lots of static. The connection into the jack is not supported or flexible enough. There is no way to access the connections to tighten them up. The 1/8 connector is very weak, and the cable will barely stay plugged in by itself. It acts like the wires are not attached to the plug correctly.

"...it doesn't click/snap into place as what you would expect and no connection is made. The male plug will actually just fall out on its own...." Read more

"...Tried to use this cable for what I needed, but the 3.5mm jack had an intermittent connection inside it causing lots of static and popping...." Read more

"...sources at a time!" appears to be false, since there is no electrical connection to the second line in...." Read more

"...Frequently, either nothing comes out or just a buzz. The 1/8 connector is very weak, the cable will barely stay plugged in by itself...." Read more

It Works Great!
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It Works Great!
I was hesitant to buy this after reading reviews regarding the cable fraying at the connectors. The reviews were a bit old so I hoped the manufacturer took notice and fixed the issue. I could not find any other cables like this so I took a chance. I was pleasantly surprised to find they did indeed update it! I've included a photo that shows my Headset Buddy cable next to an Apple lightning adapter and a Rode SC4. You can clearly see they've beefed up the cable on the Headset Buddy. It's plenty tough and is way better than the Apple or Rode cables.I'm using this cable to feed a timecode signal from my field recorder into my iPhone XR. Without the Headset Buddy, the signal was too hot and was overdriving the input on the iPhone. So, I guess this cable takes line level signals and attenuates them. I don't know the specifics or details, but I can tell you it works perfectly for my application. I still have to use the Apple adapter along with the Headset Buddy, but that's just to be able to plug into the lightning port on my phone.If the manufacturer happens to read these reviews, I noticed on their website a cable just like this Headset Buddy, but with a lightning connector instead of the 3.5mm TRRS. But they no longer offer this cable. Why the heck not!? It would negate the need for the Apple adapter. Please bring it back!
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I was hesitant to buy this after reading reviews regarding the cable fraying at the connectors. The reviews were a bit old so I hoped the manufacturer took notice and fixed the issue. I could not find any other cables like this so I took a chance. I was pleasantly surprised to find they did indeed update it! I've included a photo that shows my Headset Buddy cable next to an Apple lightning adapter and a Rode SC4. You can clearly see they've beefed up the cable on the Headset Buddy. It's plenty tough and is way better than the Apple or Rode cables.

I'm using this cable to feed a timecode signal from my field recorder into my iPhone XR. Without the Headset Buddy, the signal was too hot and was overdriving the input on the iPhone. So, I guess this cable takes line level signals and attenuates them. I don't know the specifics or details, but I can tell you it works perfectly for my application. I still have to use the Apple adapter along with the Headset Buddy, but that's just to be able to plug into the lightning port on my phone.

If the manufacturer happens to read these reviews, I noticed on their website a cable just like this Headset Buddy, but with a lightning connector instead of the 3.5mm TRRS. But they no longer offer this cable. Why the heck not!? It would negate the need for the Apple adapter. Please bring it back!
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Anton
5.0 out of 5 stars I want another one
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 7, 2020
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5.0 out of 5 stars line-in für iphones
Reviewed in Germany on April 17, 2020
Orru Roberto
5.0 out of 5 stars Utile per registrare un audio sul nostro smartphone
Reviewed in Italy on June 16, 2019
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5.0 out of 5 stars platine vinyle sur Homepod
Reviewed in France on December 24, 2018
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Scott Wallace
5.0 out of 5 stars ... this to DJ on Facebook Live and it works like a charm
Reviewed in Canada on February 22, 2017
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