How to choose a radio lavalier microphone?

In the modern world, many people use microphones. One of the most compact radio microphones is the lavalier.

The lavalier microphone (lavalier microphone) is a device that broadcasters, commentators and video bloggers wear on the collar... The radio loopback microphone differs from the conventional version in that it is located closer to the mouth. For this reason, the recording is of high quality. A lavalier microphone is more suitable for filming on a phone or camera, but some people shoot video from a PC.

There are devices that are more in demand by consumers and have received positive reviews.

• Boya BY-M1. According to the test results, this model is considered one of the best in terms of value for money. This model cannot be called a professional device. First of all, the lavalier microphone is suitable for recording video blogs or presentations. The Boya BY-M1 microphone is a universal wired device.

• One of the common patterns is Audio-Technica ATR3350... In terms of its characteristics, the model is similar to the Boya BY-M1. The Audio-Technica ATR3350 is the best value for money. The microphone has an echo cancellation function. The device is omnidirectional, which means that no external sound will be heard.

• Wireless device Sennheiser ME 2-US... This is one of the representatives of reliable brands. The product is distinguished by its quality. Sennheiser ME 2-US is a wireless device, that is, there are no problems with the wires. Sennheiser ME 2-US is recognized as the best wireless recording device.

• One of the good choices in the radio loop family is the microphone Rode SmartLav +. It is suitable for smartphone recording. The device has been found to be ideal for phone recording. Rode SmartLav + lets you record deep sound. The device also contains an echo cancellation system.

• A reliable travel option is SARAMONIC SR-LMX1 +. This device is considered professional. The device itself has a background noise suppression system. If a person travels in the mountains or near the sea, then this particular microphone will be very useful, since the sound of waves and the wind will not be heard.

• A device is suitable for recording vocals. Sennheiser ME 4-N. This is a microphone with clear crystal sound. The quality of the Sennheiser ME 4-N is quite high, allowing vocals to be recorded. But there are disadvantages: the microphone is condenser and cardioid, which means that you need a certain direction, which is not very convenient. The microphone has good sensitivity and sound.

• Ideal for presentations MIPRO MU-53L. This device is suitable for presentations and public speaking. Buyers note that the sound is even, and the recording is as natural as possible.

For a smartphone, you must choose a microphone with echo cancellation function. But not all models have such a function for the reason that they are non-directional, so extraneous noise will be clearly audible. Devices have small dimensions, attachment in the form of a clothespin (clips).

You also need to pay attention to the positions described below.

• Length... This indicator should be within 1.5 m - this will be quite enough.
• Microphone size evaluated according to the taste of the buyer. The larger the device, the better the sound.
• Equipment... When purchasing the product, the kit must include a cable, as well as a fastener to clothes and a windscreen.
• Compatible with devices. Some microphones only work on PCs or smartphones. When buying a microphone for a smartphone, you should pay attention to compatibility with Android or IOS systems.
• Range. Usually it is 20-20000 Hz. However, to record a conversation, 60-15000 Hz is enough.
• Preamp power. If the microphone has a preamplifier, then you can amplify the signal going to the smartphone up to +40 dB / +45 dB. On some buttonholes, the signal should be weakened. For example, on the Zoom IQ6 it can be attenuated down to -11 dB.

For an overview of the BOYA M1 model, see below.