REVIEW – Recording sound with your phone is very easy – there’s a mic built in to the phone, right? But what about if you want to record while you’ve stepped back from your phone? Or what if you want to have a conversation with someone else and you’re in a place where there is a bit of background noise? Used to be, this would require loads of equipment – windscreens, lavaliere mics, mixers, noise-cancelling software – the works. Well, thanks to the beauty of miniaturization and a lot of advances in electronics, a system that used to cost hundreds, fit in a suitcase, and take a sound engineer 45 minutes to set up can now be deployed in seconds. And it sounds pretty good, to boot! Let’s take a closer look at this modern miracle, as presented in the BOYA Mini 2 microphone system.
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Price: retail $75.99, on sale for 54.99
Where to buy: Amazon
What is it?
Two-mic system with both a USB-C and a Lightning receiver.
What’s included?
- USB-C Receiver
- Lightning Receiver
- 2 Wireless Microphones (Transmitters)
- Charging Case
- USB-C to USB-A Charging Cable
- Carrying Pouch
- User Manual
Tech specs
- MINI BUT POWERFUL: Boya Mini 2 wireless lavalier microphone weighs ONLY 5 grams like a pod making it a good partner on the go. Boya Mini 2 small lapel microphone is a portable wireless microphone that can be stored in a camera bag, pocket, backpack, small handbag, etc. Lossless CD-quality sound provides a professional recording device.
- Upgraded 3-level AI Noise Cancellation: Boya Mini 2 wireless microphone with a one-click button for adjusting noise reduction levels helps to cut off noise interference. With DSP noise cancellation technology ensures your voice clear in any scenario. The microphone maintains clarity at a maximum sound pressure level of 120dB, making it ideal for recording in high-pitched environments.
- 30 Hours Battery Life: The clip on microphone offers up to 6 hours of continuous operation. The compact charging case can recharge the entire set 1.5 times. With the charging case, the total battery life extends to 30 hours, No worry about running out of power by usage.
- Automatic Pairing, 328FT Range Transmission: The wireless lavalier microphone is ready to use. Enjoy stable transmission without a signal drop, ensuring audio and video sync. When the receiver is connected to a device, the blue light will remain on, indicating it’s ready to record. You can review videos without removing the receiver, making playback hassle-free and convenient.
- Innovative AI Voice Changing: The wireless microphone supports AI voice modulation. When the AI feature is activated, the indicator lights at the top of the RX will remain blue. A single blue flash switches to “Male Voice,” two flashes switch to “Female Voice,” and three flashes revert to the original sound. With three AI voice options, you can enjoy versatile tones and make interactions more entertaining.
- Perfect for All Recording Situations: The mini microphone is perfect for a variety of recording scenarios, including short video shoots, voiceovers, lifestyle vlogs, live streaming or mukbangs, meetings and interviews, as well as online classes and singing sessions. Whether you’re sharing heartfelt stories or having fun with humor, this microphone captures every moment flawlessly.
Design and features
The BOYA Mini 2 mic system is a two-mic system that fits into a tiny case 2.5” x 1.75” x .75”. (For comparison, this is just a tad larger than the previous version of the AirPods Pro case!) The mics are 1.125” x .4375”. The receiver is .875” x .4375”. They are so tiny! It’s like fiddling with Lima beans! (I actually dropped the receiver in the demo video below.) The units are a smooth, glossy black plastic and fit into the case for charging. The receiver draws power from your recording device, but the mics have their own batteries in that tiny size.
When mine arrived, I pulled the case out and didn’t fully investigate the whole package. I was irritated that there was a lightning connector on the receiver (since nothing I have now has a lightning connector!), but further investigation found the USB-C receiver separate in the packaging. If you’ve still got legacy equipment with Lightning, this will enable you to use it and also upgrade to the newer ports. Boya Mini 2 makes a package without the Lightning receiver, as well as models with only one mic. The one I was sent is their most flexible system.
Assembly, Installation, Setup
The case is the charger. There’s a protective film on each mic to prevent overcharging in transit. The charger can be charged from any USB-C charger I tried, from a laptop unit to an iPad 20-watt charger. There is no setup – you plug the transmitter into the USB-C or Lightning port on your phone or tablet, and it powers on and connects to the mics over Bluetooth. If you do have an issue, there is a button on each unit to reset the Bluetooth connection.
Performance
The performance of these tiny mics is great. Sure, larger diaphragm mics would capture a wider range of audio, and provide a richer tone, but then you lose the quick, instant connection of the transmitter to the recording device. If you’re recording a podcast on a regular basis, buy a bigger, better mic. But if you want to record an episode remotely, this system will give you amazing results for a tiny investment.
Final thoughts
I have reviewed several systems like this in the past, but I am constantly amazed at how quickly the components are shrinking and providing better quality! I wanted to test with a friend’s Android phone, and we didn’t even check the model or anything; we just plugged it in and started recording. I walked away, and he faced the other way, and the bar we were in had a bit of background music going, but the resulting recording was clear and intelligible.
The BOYA Mini 2 mic system is just a little larger than an AirPods Pro 2/3 case. I carry these around in my pocket, unnoticed, every day. I frequently find places where I want to use them. With the AirPods Pro, it’s an entire sound recording studio in a space smaller than a sandwich take-out box!
What I like about BOYA Mini 2 Microphone System
- Compact
- Stunningly easy to deploy!
- Good (not great, but very good!) sound without a lot of hassle
What needs to be improved?
- I can think of nothing.
Price: Retail $75.99, on sale for 54.99
Where to buy: Amazon
Source: The sample of this product was provided for free by BOYA. BOYA did not have a final say on the review and did not preview the review before it was published.
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