Is there any way to use the lightning port on an iPhone SE for external audio input (mic?)?

My iPhone is the perfect size for small intimate video recording, and I would love to be able to plug in an external mic, but there is no "audio" port ... just the Lightning power port. Does anyone know if there are any adaptors that can provide conversion ... and/or if the internal wiring will allow it?


GaryCD

iPhone SE, iOS 18

Posted on Oct 27, 2025 7:39 AM

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Posted on Oct 27, 2025 8:08 AM

Yes. There are Lightning to 3.5mm audio adapters that will accept microphone input.

click here ➜ U-Green Lighting to 3.5mm Adapter - Amazon.com


And there's always the option of Lightning / Wireless Microphones

click here Boya Lightning / Wireless Lavalier Microphones - Amazon.com

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Is there any way to use the lightning port on an iPhone SE for external audio input (mic?)?

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