BOYA ByM1 Auxiliary Omnidirectional Lavalier Condenser Microphone with 20ft Audio Cable (Black)

I 've been using this microphone for about three years now, mainly for interviews, online classes, and general voice recording. overall, it has been a really solid microphone for the price, especially when I first started using it. When I first got it, the sound quality was surprisingly good for such an affordable mic. Voices sounded clear and natural, and it was definitely a big improvement compared to using the built-in microphone on a phone. I also liked how easy it was to clip onto a shirt and start recording. Because of its long cable, it was convenient to use even when I was sitting a bit farther away from the phone or camera. That said, there were a few things that confused me at the beginning. The microphone only seemed to work with the default camera app on my phone, and it didn’t work properly with some other camera apps I tried. This was a bit frustrating until I figured it out. Another issue I noticed was a small amount of background noise during recordings. It wasn’t a huge problem most of the time, but it was noticeable in quieter environments. After using the mic for about three years, it’s not performing quite as well as it did when it was new. recently it has started becoming more noisy, and the audio isn’t as clean as before. Still, considering how long I’ve used it and the price I paid, I think it has held up fairly well. Overall, I’d say this microphone is a great option for beginners or anyone looking for a budget lavalier mic. If you’re just starting out with interviews, online classes, or simple recordings, it’s definitely worth considering. Pros: Good sound quality for the price Very affordable Long cable makes it easy to use Great for beginners and basic recordings Cons: Some background noise in recordings Can be confusing to set up at first May become noisier after long-term use For the price, this microphone offers great value and is a solid starting point for anyone who needs a simple clip-on mic.

It's a really very good mic for content creation but there is no noise cancellation facilities with this mic but if you want a good sound quality from this mic then you need a good DAC. Also now a days type-C to 3.5mm DAC is must. If you want to invest in good quality DAC for this mic then you got best sound from this mic.

Value for Money Pretty good mic for a low price, in fact, too good, it's clear and picks even the smallest sound, but doesn't have noise cancellation, so use noise cancellation software

Packaging was very bad, didn't get 1/4" audio adapter even though it was in the description, wasn't working with mobile and leaving the connection with laptop, ordered replacement still no adapter but works with mobile so for me its fine, voice is 4/5, light weight, long wire, good fit

Bro in this price 849 rs you can definitely buy this mic because this is so good mic give good quality of voice, bro i m satisfied with this product .

The Boya ByM1 Lavalier Condenser Microphone has proven to be an invaluable addition to my audio equipment collection. With its outstanding sound quality, long cable, and versatility, it's an absolute game-changer for anyone looking to improve their audio recording setup. **Pros:** 1. **Exceptional Sound Quality:** The most remarkable feature of the Boya ByM1 is its sound quality. This microphone captures crystal-clear audio, whether you're recording a podcast, conducting interviews, vlogging, or recording videos. The omnidirectional pickup pattern ensures that it captures sound from all directions, producing rich, natural audio. 2. **20ft Audio Cable:** The 20ft audio cable is a blessing for content creators. It provides ample freedom to move around while recording, eliminating the need to be tethered to your recording device. This extended cable length is especially valuable for interviews, presentations, or when recording in larger spaces. 3. **Versatile Compatibility:** The Boya ByM1 is compatible with a wide range of devices, including smartphones, cameras, laptops, and audio recorders. Its versatility makes it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced content creators, offering flexibility for various recording setups. 4. **Clip-On Design:** The included lapel clip allows for easy and discreet attachment to clothing. This design ensures that the microphone remains securely in place, capturing clear audio without any handling noise or interference. 5. **Windscreen Included:** Boya provides a foam windscreen with the microphone, helping to reduce unwanted wind noise or plosives when recording outdoors or in less controlled environments. 6. **Affordable Price:** Considering the exceptional audio quality and features, the Boya ByM1 is incredibly budget-friendly. It provides professional-level audio recording without breaking the bank. **Cons:** I genuinely struggled to find any significant drawbacks with the Boya ByM1. Some users might find the long cable a bit cumbersome in certain situations, but this can easily be managed with cable management techniques. **Conclusion:** The Boya ByM1 Lavalier Condenser Microphone is an absolute gem for content creators, journalists, podcasters, and anyone in need of high-quality audio recording. Its exceptional sound capture, generous cable length, and versatile compatibility make it an outstanding choice in its price range. Whether you're recording indoors or outdoors, conducting interviews, or creating content on the go, this microphone delivers outstanding results. It's a fantastic investment for anyone serious about improving their audio quality without breaking the bank. I wholeheartedly recommend the Boya ByM1 as a must-have addition to your recording toolkit.

If you are facing noise when you are using this with the convertor please read this comment completely. I have given a solution. I am giving this review after getting the replacement for the defective product I received before. The new / replaced Boya BY-M1 Pro is rocking in performance. But wait, I actually wanted to use this Collar / Lavalier microphone to connect to my audio mixer using the 6.5mm convertor given. Initially I was facing few issues and after lots of research I found that the adapter they give freely with this mic is not correctly serving it’s purpose it is actually TRS/TS 3.5mm to TS 6.5mm convertor not the TRRS 3.5mm to TS 6.5mm jack. So the connection is not going through. If you read my problem statement you will realise why it is not working for many people or it is so noisy because of wrong mic signal and common signal. The output of this mic is via TRRS male connector and is not as per the standard TRRS given below, * T the Tip is for used headphone Left * R the Ring next after the tip is for the headphone right * R the Ring next inside is for the ground shared for headphones and microphone commonly. * S the Shield which is outermost is for the microphone. The actual output is of this mic comes in the T the tip + R inner ring for mic left and right and Outer Ring which is obviously mic common out. The outermost S shield / Sleeve is used to power the mic when used in passive mode. The converter they give with this box is picking up the mic signal from tip (T) and common signal is wrongly picked up from the outermost Shield/Sleeve which is used to supply power to the mic (during passive mode) Solution: Please note: This solution is only for using this lavalier mic for mixer/amplifier with active mode (battery powered in the compartment) So what we need is to take the output from shield S and the outer Ring R for the mixer which is wrongly done by the converter. Simplest solution is to this problem is buying the Y convertor given below. Lapster Gold Plated 2 Male to 1 Female 3.5mm Headphone Earphone Mic Audio Y Splitter Cable for PC Laptop – Black https://www.amazon.in/dp/B08XZD1TGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_1XJNF6A0V69AZJE3QRME?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 This will split the TRRs output to Headphone Left - Right as one TRS and microphone output as another TRS. Connect the female connector in this Y cable to the output of the BOYA BY-M1 Pro microphone TRRS cable. But please keep in mind the among the two output wire, we should use headphone jack (strictly not mic jack) in the y splitter to get the output. Now the headphone out from the Y cable connector should be connected to the 3.5 mm to 6.5 mm convertor to get the mic output to the mixer/amplifier etc., during the active mode (mic will operate in battery power). Now it is outstanding in performance. I have posted the pictures to correct this issue and the Y connector used for this. But, if BOYA thinks to provide a proper convertor, this will be a all rounder mic for mobile phone, camera and mixer.

NOTE : @ Its ready to go Mic, which doesn't need any sound card and can be plugged and used directly even with smartphones. * Has 3.5mm jack connector built in, you can use 1/4' connector if needed. @ It has very Long cable which measures upto 20 feet, so note that. @ It has absolutely NO noise isolation and normal smartphone earphones does better job of noise reduction compared to them in STOCK condition, but with SIMPLE EDITING this mic works just fine ( Check the review below for detailed settings ) There are literally thousands of review on this product, but NONE explained the best possible settings for it when used with smartphone with Audacity software, or even in general. So I took the risk of ordering it and it turned out to be nightmare right out of the box, as the sound output was worse than my smartphone earphones. So I went to search for best settings on amazon & other sources but in vain. Fortunately I myself in experiments found the solution and now its working just fine. First I am mentioning all the pros and cons considering the settings that I found and then listing those settings, PROS : ------- 1. Built quality of the complete mic and cable is good for the price given. 2. Length of cable is insane (20 feet). * I personally didn't find it useful, as I use it with my smartphone which is just couple of feet below in my pockets, but for some users it can be very useful if using in rig setup with Camera. 3. Has universal 3.5mm jack, which is handy. 4. Its easy to use, just plug and play device, which doesn't need any sound card or external device to work. 5. Has support for multiple device right from smartphones to DSLRs and computers. 6. It comes with carry pouch which is very handy, since its a mess with such long cables. CONS : -------- 1. Biggest con is the sound quality right out of the box. Its just garbage quality and even normal ears can't bear the background noise collection, so forget about audiophiles. My normal smartphone's earphones record much better sound quality compared to this. 2. Length of cable is way too much for me and I guess for many users. I think there should have being multiple option on length to choose from, as keeping 20 feet cable wrapped and hanging or in pocket while recording is not comfortable. 3. It comes with a button cell for recording sound for devices other than smartphone and there's NO way to know whether the battery is dead or what's its charging level. Only way to check is by plugging it to a digital recorder or computer and test. So if you are carrying it with recorder which doesn't has playback feature or if you are in hurry and in case of dead battery to record all the sound, then only way to find that your efforts are in vain will be when you comfortably sit to edit it and trust me, its very frustrating ! I am mentioning, it as this scenario have happened with me once, hence I am very cautious about batteries now & use it with smartphones or digital recorders. 4. I think price should have being couple of hundred bucks less, considering the sound quality. BEST SETTING USING AUDACITY SOFTWARE : =================================== These are the settings when you record with smartphone or any other device and there are lots of background noises and you use Audacity software, which is Free ! 1. Open the software and open the audio file you recorded with this mic. 2. Select entire audio clip and open "Effects" and then " DISTORTION " 3. Start the playback of audio clip in the software, so you can listen to change in effects that you are about to make. 4.Now select " Distortion Type " option on the top of box and select " Soft Clipping ". * or select " Hard Limiter " and do the settings as it sounds suitable to you. 5. Take the "Clipping Level cursor to extreme Right end or so until you hear soft pleasant output. 6. Adjust the "Make-up Gain" cursor little bit if needed, I keep it on 49. * Here you can select which ever type, which you feel is suitable for you. 7. Now just click " APPLY ". 8. Now is Noise reduction. For that Select short section of audio which DOES NOT have your voice, but ONLY has background noises that you don't want. 9. Open "Effects" and then " Noise Reduction " 10. Click on " Get Noise Profile". 11. Now select entire audio clip and again Open "Effects" and then " Noise Reduction ". 12. Finally, click on " OK " and that's it ! Now you are good to go with soft, slightly lesser Noises and more pleasant sound output. After these steps, you can amplify the sound from same software or any other end user software. VERDICT : ----------- I personally am very disappointed with the sound quality, though the audacity tweaking gets it to bearable level, but its satisfactory enough. Plus price seems slightly more on this. I wouldn't recommend these are someone looking good sound quality specially if you live in noisy environment. Buy this only if you live in very silent conditions.