Olympus ME-52 microphone

The Olympus ME-52 microphone is a lightweight, unidirectional wired microphone designed to reduce ambient noise and capture clearer recordings of targeted sound sources. It connects via a 3.5 mm plug and includes a foam windscreen, extension cord and tie-pin clip for attaching the microphone to clothing. With a sensitivity of -40 dB and a frequency response of 100–15,000 Hz, it is suitable for portable recording tasks.

Advantages

The Olympus ME-52 offers noise-canceling unidirectional pickup to minimize background noise, a tilt mechanism to adjust pickup direction, and an included windscreen and clip for on-person use. Its wired 3.5 mm connection provides wide device compatibility while the 1 m cable and 4 g weight make it easy to carry and position.

Suitable for

• Interviews and voice recordings
• Lectures and presentations
• Field notes and on-the-go dictation
• Video recording with external audio capture

Key specifications

• Model: Olympus ME-52
• Pickup pattern: Unidirectional (noise canceling)
• Sensitivity: -40 dB
• Frequency response: 100–15,000 Hz
• Connector: 3.5 mm plug (wired)
• Cable length: 1 m (extension cord included)
• Weight: 0.004 kg

How to use

Plug the Olympus ME-52 into the microphone input of your recorder or device using the 3.5 mm connector. Attach the tie-pin clip to clothing near the speaker’s mouth and use the tilt mechanism to aim the microphone for optimal unidirectional pickup. Fit the foam windscreen to reduce wind and plosive noises. If needed, connect the included extension cord to increase reach.

Recommendations

Place the microphone 15–25 cm from the speaker’s mouth for clear voice capture. Use the windscreen outdoors or in breezy conditions. Avoid covering the microphone capsule with clothing and test levels before important recordings to prevent clipping.