Spark Magnetic GSM Audio Listening Bug

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The professional magnetic GSM audio listening device is designed and built in the UK for exceptional workmanship and now supports 4G network coverage.  Once fully charged, call the device on a smartphone from anywhere worldwide and listen to the surrounding vicinity with clear sound clarity.  The GSM Spark has 3x microphone amplification and a noise buffer to remove static noise and interference associated with inferior products.  Class-leading battery management with coded SMS enables/disables the optional voice activation feature to notify your smartphone in case of sound so that you can call in at that point to gather evidence.  The GSM Spark is a fantastic high-quality remote audio monitoring product for home/office security.

Details

Magnetic GSM 4G Audio Bug; with LIVE listening and Voice Activated Feature

Professionally designed and hand-built in the UK, the GSM Spark is a remote audio listening device that can be called from a smartphone to listen clearly to the surrounding room or vehicle environment anywhere in the world.  The product supports 4G for stable, worldwide network coverage.  An ultra-thin Neodymium magnetic base provides quick deployment to metal surfaces, and a class-leading battery management guarantees one of the best standalone GSM listening devices on the market.

WORKS STRAIGHT OUT OF THE BOX

The GSM module is designed to accept most SIM cards straight out of their packet to slot straight into the device.  The module handles the initial mundane network processes and text messages when fitting a new card.  An LED then indicates when the device is ready to use.

3x MICROPHONE AMPLIFICATION WITH NOISE BUFFER

The sound quality is extremely clear and fitted with one of the finest microphones with 3x amplification.  A built-in noise filter fades the background from a TV/Radio, concentrating on the foreground audio of spoken words.

The audio sound is boosted further with superior clarity if you insert a pair of Apple AirPods.  You will hear a big difference between listening on your smartphone and listening through a pair of Apple AirPods.  Conversations are easily picked up at distances exceeding 30 feet, depending on the room ambience.  Other brand earphones may be equally as good.

SOUND DETECTION FEATURE

Depending on the working environment, the GSM Spark's microphone can remotely monitor the surrounding audio levels and trigger a notification to call your smartphone when sound is detected above -40db (the normal room acoustic level without noise).

Note: Enabling the Sound Detection feature will absorb more battery performance because the microphone consistently monitors sound levels.

CLASS-LEADING BATTERY MANAGEMENT

The GSM Spark is fitted with an 1800 mAh fully rechargeable battery with a super-efficient battery management drawing just 0.3 mAh during standby (standby = switched ON but not calling into the device) and 120 mAh during call time.  Under bench test conditions, these calculations equated to a performance of 25 days of standby time and 15 hours of call time (per charge).  In real-term usage, by balancing the calculations, please expect a fully charged GSM Spark to provide 10 hours of call time over two weeks - quite exceptional performance for such a small battery-powered device.

Note: The GSM Spark can be connected to any external Power Bank for longer operational use.

MAGNETIC DEPLOYMENT

The GSM Spark can be deployed in many environments, and a thin magnetic neodymium strip is applied to the base for attachment to metal surfaces.  The magnetic strip is isolated from the internal electronic components that would otherwise cause interference.

OPTIONAL EXTERNAL MICROPHONE | POWER BANK

The external microphone is a thin, super flexible anti-glare cable fitted with a 4 mm diameter microphone at the cable's tip.  External microphones are commonly used so the body can remain out of sight, and the tip of the microphone breathes through material or under floors, ceilings, open cavities etc.  The standard length is 160 cm, which is adequate for most uses.  However, we can provide any length (subject to a fair additional cost).  An external microphone isn't required for regular use and is best suited to field operatives as part of a varied surveillance kit.

In addition, the GSM Spark can be connected to any external Power Bank to increase the overall working time.  The Power Bank we offer is 10'000 mAh, one of the smallest and lightest portable Power Banks for the capacity.  The Power Bank can also recharge smartphones and tablets and is a handy travel accessory to keep in the glove compartment.

CUSTOM DESIGNED MODELS

Each GSM Spark has a rugged ABS enclosure, sealed with a unique coating to provide a luxuriously textured finish.  We welcome custom builds, for example, different designs or larger battery capacity, please get in touch with us, and we will try to accommodate your needs.

RECORD THE AUDIO

If you wish to record the audio that you can hear from the GSM Spark, consider the iPhone / Smartphone Mobile Call Recorder.  The Call Recorder is a super handy device that connects to a smartphone via Bluetooth to record and store both sides of the call in the Call Recorder's internal memory.

To use the Smartphone Call Recorder, enable Bluetooth and then enable Bluetooth on your smartphone to sync both devices together.  The call can be recorded when you listen into the GSM Spark and if you want to record your mobile incoming and outgoing calls too.

The iPhone / Smartphone Recorder can be optionally purchased from the menu above.

The GSM Spark is a brilliant little audio surveillance product.  It has multiple uses around the home and office as a security monitoring product to gather much-needed evidence when you are absent.

Note: A USB mains plug (not supplied) will be required to recharge the GSM Spark from a mains power supply, or you can purchase a genuine Apple USB mains plug from the menu above.  This product does not need a USB mains plug because the GSM Spark can be charged through a computer, although charging times will take longer.

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F.A.Q's

HOW EASY IS IT TO LISTEN INTO MY PERSONAL ROOM SPACE?

No technical skill is required to use this product.  The GSM Spark is ready to work out of the box.  Calling the associated SIM card number from your smartphone opens the device's highly sensitive microphone so that you can hear the surrounding environment.

IS THERE INTERFERENCE, LIKE BUZZING NOISES, WHEN I LISTEN IN?

No.  The unit is professionally built, and the microphone is one of the best in the industry, with 3x amplification allowing you to listen to conversations or sounds at a greater distance.  A built-in noise buffer helps smooth away background interference to improve the audio clarity of foreground conversations.

The audio sound has amazing clarity if you use a pair of Apple AirPods.  You will hear a big difference between listening on your smartphone and listening with a pair of Apple AirPods.  Other brand earphones may be equally as good.

CAN THE UNIT NOTIFY ME WHEN SOUND IS DETECTED?

Yes.  The Sound Detection feature can be enabled/disabled by sending coded SMS commands from your smartphone.  When Sound Detection is enabled, the device's microphone will actively monitor the room environment and then calls your smartphone to alert you of potential audio activity above a normal -40db room level threshold.

WHAT DOES THE IMPROVED 4G NETWORK OFFER?

The GSM Spark is designed to support 4G network SIM cards for operational use worldwide.  Due to the broader GSM coverage, the signal strength is much more stable and reliable so that the device can operate under varied conditions.

WHY WOULD I WANT TO USE AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE?

This is a thin, flexible anti-glare 160 cm cable with a 4 mm diameter tipped microphone, used when the body of the GSM device needs to remain out of sight so that only the tiny tip of the microphone peeks through material or an open cavity etc.

HOW DO I CHARGE THE GSM SPARK?

The device can be charged by mains power using a USB mains plug (not supplied).  The battery charging indicator confirms when the unit is charging and when fully charged.

WHAT IS THE STANDBY AND CALLING TIME?

The device's power management uses just 0.3 mAh of battery when the GSM Spark is on standby (standby = switched ON but not listening) and just 120 mAh of battery power when listening.  Under tested conditions, this equates to a standby time of approx 25 days and a calling time of approx 15 hours per charge.  In real-term use, splitting the balance, you should expect 10 hours of call time over two weeks.

CAN I CONNECT AN EXTERNAL POWER BANK TO THE DEVICE?

Yes.  Any capacity Power Bank can be connected, and the extra juice provided by a Power Bank will extend the overall working time.  We offer one of the smallest 10'000 mAh Power Banks with iSmart technology that automatically provides the correct voltage to any connected device.

WHY IS THE GSM SPARK MAGNETIC?

Being magnetic, the GSM Spark can be attached to metal surfaces, which provides more versatility.

WHERE CAN I MONITOR THE SURROUNDING AUDIO OF THE GSM SPARK?

You can be anywhere in the world.  There are no range restrictions, providing that your smartphone has a good GSM signal to call the device.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO RECORD THE AUDIO I HEAR?

Optionally, we offer the Smartphone Call Recorder, a product that uses Bluetooth 3.0 to sync with any Bluetooth-enabled smartphone.  The Smartphone Call Recorder will record both sides of a mobile phone call and stores the recorded file in the device's internal memory.

For further details, please navigate to the Smartphone Call Recorder found under Audio Surveillance ---> Call Recording or purchase from the menu above.

Technical Info
  • GSM audio security listening device
  • Professionally designed and built in Britain
  • Remote live audio monitoring from a smartphone
  • The voice activation feature calls your smartphone
  • 4G network compatible
  • GSM 850 | 900 | 1800 | 1900 MHz
  • Internal antenna ensures 99.5% signal lock for most locations
  • Magnetic base for quick deployment
  • 3x amplified high-sensitivity microphone
  • Built-in filter for noise-free sound quality
  • Picks up clear audio approx. 25-30 feet away
  • Rechargeable 1'800 mAh battery
  • Charging time - approx 3 hours
  • Standby current - 0.3 mAh per hour
  • Standby time - approx 25 days (per charge)
  • Calling current - 120 mAh per hour
  • Calling time - approx 15 hours (per charge)
  • LED indicator - charging | GSM status
  • External connector - 2.5 mm
  • External micro USB port
  • Dimensions - 80 x 40 x 20 mm
  • Optional 10'000 mAh Power Bank
  • Optional Smartphone Call Recorder
  • Optional external microphone - 160 cm length
  • Supplied with GSM Spark Security Listening Device, USB Cable, SIM card and User Guide
  • Remote security audio monitoring of your home/office premises while you are absent

Reviews

Customer Reviews

Works well
Review by Product ID: 1
I put this device in a moving car and it worked, It cut out now and again when the signal was dodgy but an overall good product. I can imagine indoors you could here as clear as a normal phone call.
Impressed
Review by Mr P
A very solid and reliable product. Very happy.
Very high quality
Review by Shane
Bought this to replace one bought on eBay which malfunctioned within a week. Sound is extremely clear and looks very well built. Only had it for 4 weeks so can't comment on reliability but it's already 3 weeks longer than the one bought on eBay so I'm hopeful.
Excellent!
Review by Jonathan
Excellent value and high quality product.

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