Microphone hardware equipment has entered a mature stage of development in terms of technology and category expansion, and the use scenarios and functional forms of microphones have become rich and diverse.
From early film and television shooting, program recording, media interviews, tour guide explanations, to the rise of live video broadcasting, Vlog shooting and recording, mobile conference speeches, online teaching and so on in recent years, the demand for the scene application and equipment of the collar microphone is also increasing.
How to choose a lavalier microphone? What are the core knowledge points and practical tips for choosing a lapel microphone?
This article comprehensively introduces the relevant knowledge and purchasing skills of the lavalier microphone to help you find the right one for yourself.

I. Analysis of the Key Points of Lavalier Microphone Knowledge:

1. Lavalier microphone background knowledge
Everyone is familiar with the lavalier microphone, which is a mini microphone used to wear on the lavalier to realize the vocal radio function.
In the 1970s, with the widespread popularity of home TV in Europe, America and East Asia, the rise of film and television variety shows and outdoor media interviews, the demand for radio microphone equipment has become a new market demand.
Early lavalier microphones mostly use VHF wireless transmission frequency, which is relatively simple in function configuration, relatively limited in use scenarios, insufficient in radio clarity and sensitivity, often vulnerable to signal interference, and expensive, and has not yet been fully popularized in the market.
In the early 1980s, SONY Corporation of Japan improved and developed a new type of wireless lapel microphone with UHF (U-band radio frequency) pocket transmitter and receiver combination. Because of its compact size, sensitive radio, good signal stability, portable use and other advantages, it was widely used in film and television media, studio recording, news interviews, office meetings and other scenes.
Sony's wireless lavalier microphone, also known as "Little Bee" (Micphone is transliterated as bee, and the image of bee also means small and agile), was once synonymous with the lavalier microphone.
The lapel microphone quickly became popular in Hong Kong and Taiwan, and was introduced into the mainland, becoming a necessary recording equipment for media industries such as film and television variety shows, news interviews, broadcasting and recording.
With the development and wide application of electronic technology, wireless lavalier microphones have made great progress. Various brands and types of wireless microphones emerge in an endless stream on the market, and all-digital wireless lavalier microphones have emerged. International brands compete with each other, domestic brands emerge as a new force, and the collar clip microphone has become the basic standard of many live video recording enthusiasts.
In recent years, with the rise of short video live broadcasting, Vlog shooting and recording, mobile conference speech, online course teaching and so on, the lapel microphone has ushered in new opportunities for development, from the field of professional film and television media to the popular market, expanding more diverse use scenarios and new functional experience, which is favored by many people in the video live broadcasting and teaching and training industry.

2. Type introduction of lavalier microphone:
Lavalier microphone, as one of the subdivided categories of microphone hardware devices, belongs to the type of electret condenser microphone.
Its main principle is to record the human voice into the microphone, receive the human voice signal to the terminal equipment (computer, mobile phone, SLR camera, etc.) Through audio wire control transmission or wireless device, and convert the analog signal into digital signal, so as to realize the function of human voice recording.
Lavalier microphone has been favored by many recording people because of its advantages of sensitive radio, compact and portable, low distortion, stable signal transmission and so on.

There are two main types of lavalier microphones: wired and wireless.
• Wired lavalier microphone: It mainly refers to the plug-in wired lavalier microphone, which is mainly composed of a lavalier mini microphone, an audio cable adapter, a button battery, and a windproof sponge cover. Well-known brands include BOYA-BY-M1, Sudotack AU100R, Aputure V. Law and other series.
This kind of microphone usually has relatively simple performance configuration, which can meet the basic voice recording requirements. The audio cable is plug-and-play, which is suitable for mobile phones, computers, notebook devices, live video broadcasting, online teaching or non-professional interviews.
However, due to wired connection equipment, it is usually suitable for short-distance and fixed-scene voice recording, and the microphone sensitivity is low, which is suitable for small white people with low recording requirements.
• Wireless system microphone: It is the mainstream lavalier microphone used on the market at present. It is mainly divided into two types: one is the UHF wireless system combined lavalier microphone; One is the 2.4GHz Wireless System Combined Lavalier Microphone.
• Lavalier microphone for UHF (U-band for short) wireless system: It is a relatively traditional and common wireless lavalier microphone on the market at present. The famous brands include SONY UWP-D21, MAILADA WM8, Saramonic UWMic9, Relacart CR1 and other series.
It is mainly composed of a bodypack antenna transmitter, an antenna receiver, a lapel clip mini microphone, an audio adapter cable, a No.5 battery, a camera cold shoe and a windproof sponge sleeve.
This kind of microphone package equipment mainly uses U-band UHF (470MHz-806MHz) wireless transmission technology, which makes the voice recording signal more stable and the receiving distance longer. Adapted to computers, SLR cameras, camcorders, studio recording equipment, etc., are widely used in media interviews, program recording, film shooting, mobile speech and other industries.
Some high-end wireless U-band lavalier microphones use true diversity reception technology, and the lavalier microphone system package can support 1 to 2 or more (1 antenna receiver, 2 or more antenna transmitters and lavalier microphones).
The antenna transmit adopts an AB circuit to transmit signal in two channels, and that receiver selects and use a stronger antenna signal through an internal circuit, so that the signal receiving dead angle can be greatly eliminated, the dead point noise can be avoided, and the signal is more stable and stronger in anti-interference compared with a common collar clip.
•.4GHz wireless digital lavalier microphone is a popular mini wireless recording microphone in recent years. It uses 2.4G (actually between 2.4GHz and 2.485 GHz) digital sampling frequency band signal to realize wireless transmission and recognition of human voice.
At present, the famous brands of this kind of microphone are Rode Wireless go, Saramonic Blink500, COMICA BoomX-D, Sennheiser XSW-D and so on.
It is mainly composed of pickup microphone, mini waist transmitter (TX), receiver (RX), lithium battery, TRS cable and windproof sponge cover, which is suitable for mobile phone and SLR camera equipment for video Vlog shooting and recording.
It uses the global 2. 4GHz wireless digital frequency band transmission technology, sends to the receiver through the wireless module, and uses PWN to restore the digital signal to the sound signal. It has the advantages of stable signal, long receiving distance, strong noise reduction and anti-interference, compact appearance and portable use.
The pickup microphone of this type of wireless lavalier microphone usually has two types: embedded and external. The embedded microphone is mainly in the waist bag transmitter, and the external microphone is connected to the transmitter through the 3.5mm audio cable.

At present, with the continuous emergence of industry technology, wireless lavalier microphone has developed a new type of smart lavalier microphone with Bluetooth function, such as Sabinetek SmartMike +, a well-known brand, which connects with mobile phones through Bluetooth and supports TWS dual-microphone pairing function, thus realizing the function of live video recording.

II. Introduction to lavalier microphone parameter configuration:

When choosing any digital product, you need to have a basic understanding of its core parameters and performance configuration, which is conducive to the selection of suitable products.
When choosing a lavalier microphone, it is necessary to clearly understand its parameter characteristics and configuration, so as to choose a more satisfactory lavalier microphone.

The core parameters and performance configuration of the lavalier microphone mainly include the following key indicators:
• Sensitivity
Sensitivity is a description of the ability of a microphone signal to be converted to a level. It usually identifies the test unit in mV or dB. Generally speaking, the higher the microphone sensitivity, the higher the level gain output power, and the clearer the sound quality.
Due to the small size of the lavalier microphone, its sensitivity and level capability vary according to the performance configuration, and it can usually receive a clear human voice signal within a certain distance. The sensitivity adjustment of the host transmitter is only used to adjust the receiving distance. It is usually used to adjust the volume, which can reduce the external noise input interference, but can not completely shield the external sound.
• Frequency response
The frequency response is a description of the resonant range of the audio bandwidth. Because the limit frequency response range that the human ear can receive is between 20 Hz and 20 KHz. In general, the wider and smoother the frequency response of the microphone, the better the vocal recording.
Because the lavalier microphone is limited by its own size, the audio bandwidth can reach 100Hz-7KHz, which is a relatively good range. It is basically enough for human voice to speak. It can only be used as a rough reference, and the difference is not very big.
• Signal-to-noise ratio
Signal-to-noise ratio is a description of the ratio of signal output power to noise power, usually expressed in dB (decibel).
The larger the signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone, the smaller the background noise and noise mixed in the signal, and the clearer the sound quality.
The signal-to-noise ratio of the lapel microphone is usually not high, especially when it is used outdoors with a windproof sponge sleeve, which is conducive to filtering external noise and background noise interference, and recording a clearer voice.
• Directivity
Directivity is a description of the pattern of sound sensitivity in different directions in space. At present, the lavalier microphone on the market mainly adopts two pickup pointing modes: one is an omnidirectional pickup mode; One is the cardioid pointing pickup pattern.

The omnidirectional mode is a description of the sound source angle in different directions of the microphone. The microphone and the diaphragm receive the pressure of the external sound source in all directions. It can pick up the human voice signal in different directions. The disadvantage is that it is easily interfered by the ambient sound and the background noise.
Cardioid pointing mode usually works best when picking up the sound source in front of the microphone, while it gradually attenuates and filters the sound in other directions, which is suitable for recording human voice at a fixed angle.
• Wireless frequency range
The wireless lavalier microphone transmitter and receiver usually use U-band UHF technology, and the wireless frequency range is between 470MHz and 806MHz. The frequency is in a fixed mode, and multiple groups of channels can be selected. The channel of the transmitter and receiver can be adjusted to match the same frequency. The channel on the receiver can be adjusted through the channel signal of the lavalier microphone. The same channel number can be found through the up and down keys, or the key on the transmitter can be adjusted to match the channel of the receiver for infrared frequency.
• Diversity reception
Diversity reception refers to the reception of copies carrying the same information through multiple frequency channels. Wireless lavalier microphone diversity reception is mainly achieved by increasing the frequency points of transmission power and the height of antenna size.
Diversity reception mainly includes antenna diversity and if diversity. At present, most wireless lavalier microphones adopt an antenna diversity mode, and two or more groups of antenna transmitters transmit signals through the control of an internal circuit of a group of dual-channel antenna receivers.
When the received signal is weak in operation, the control circuit will automatically switch to another antenna, so as to achieve lossless reception of audio signals. This diversity mode is called "double tuning" or true diversity reception.

The above is the core parameters and configuration of the lavalier microphone. As a radio device, there are various types of lavalier microphones on the market at present. Different brands and series have different specifications and performance configurations of lavalier microphones, which should be considered according to their actual needs when choosing and purchasing.

III. Lavalier Microphone Selection Guide

Although the lapel microphone is compact, it has a wide range of applications and scenarios, especially when used outdoors, it can really add a lot to the radio effect and recording portability of our equipment.
Lavalier microphones have a variety of functions and types, so you should choose them according to your actual needs and budget. It is a wise choice to choose a suitable recording lavalier microphone within the budget.

1.Reasonable selection according to budget
The price range of lapel microphones on the market is relatively large, with low-end products costing tens of dollars and high-end series costing tens of thousands of dollars. Generally speaking, the more expensive the lavalier microphone, the better the radio effect and performance configuration.
Unless you have professional recording needs or high sound quality requirements, you can consider a lapel microphone with better performance configuration. Mainstream $100 to $1000 lavalier microphones can basically meet the requirements of most recording people.

2.Combine needs and match accurately
If you want to buy a suitable lapel microphone accurately, you must first understand your actual needs and use scenarios in peacetime.
If you are a beginner and do not have high requirements for radio effect and sound quality, you want to buy a lavalier microphone for computer video commentary, live recording, online course recording, etc. The use scene is relatively fixed and the recording distance is relatively close. Usually, the wired lavalier microphone can meet the requirements.
If you use SLR camera equipment to record video Vlog, mobile speech teaching or non-professional interviews, and have certain requirements for microphone sound quality and signal stability, you can consider high-end wireless lapel microphone.
If you are engaged in professional film and television production, program recording, news media interviews and other industries, you need to have strict requirements on the sound effect and signal stability of the lavalier microphone, and you need a combination of one to two or more connection suits, then the high-end series of lavalier microphone is standard.

3.Understand the parameters and match accurately
When choosing a lapel microphone, you need to have a basic understanding of its parameters and performance configuration in order to choose a suitable microphone.
The higher the sensitivity of the lavalier microphone is, the higher the level power is, and the clearer the sound quality is; The wider the frequency response range, the stronger the human voice reception ability and the higher the sound quality fidelity; The greater the signal to noise ratio, the better the quality of vocal recording; The higher the sampling rate, the lower the sound recording loss.
Many wireless lavalier microphones use Uband or 2.4GHz wireless digital frequency technology. Due to the wide frequency band, the U segment signal is usually used stably and has a longer receiving distance. The transmitter supports dual-channel signal transmission, and the antenna diversity uses multi-channel reception, which can better avoid signal attenuation effect and cross-talk interference.
The 2.4G digital frequency band signal uses the international standard free frequency band. Although the theoretical frequency band is wide, the actual use range is very narrow, and it is vulnerable to interference from other equipment signals.

4.Well-known brand, quality assurance
When choosing a lapel microphone, it is recommended to choose a well-known brand as the first choice. The microphone is guaranteed in terms of radio effect and quality.
According to the brand awareness and reputation ranking of the collar microphone industry, it is mainly divided into the following brand echelons:
• The first echelon: RODE、SONY, Sennheiser、Mailada、Saramonic
• The second echelon: COMICA、MOMA、Relacart、BOYA、TAKSTAR
• The third echelon: SYNCO、Aputure、Sabinetek、SUDOTACK、SAST

As for the selection criteria of lavalier microphone, a set of selection formula is summarized: the most preferred = brand awareness × budget × demand type × parameter configuration × other preferences.

IV. 2023 Lavalier Microphone Detailed Purchase List

Beginner Shotgun Microphone recommendation:

SAST OK-34 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
SAST OK-34 series adopts UTH wireless transmission technology, equipped with mini transmitter and receiver, supporting 49 sets of frequency point reception, stable signal and long transmission distance. The microphone adopts omnidirectional microphone head, and the pickup effect is clear to the ear. Intelligent noise reduction function, effective shielding of environmental noise background noise interference, built-in lithium battery, lasting endurance. This series supports a variety of devices wireless connection, exquisite workmanship, cost-effective, it is worth recommending.

Sudotack AU100R Lavalier Microphone
The Sudotack AU100R series features an omnidirectional polar pattern for 360 ° reception. Built-in high-sensitivity condenser microphone, clear and excellent recording effect, metal body design, equipped with high-density 6-meter-long recording cable, effectively filtering ambient sound and background noise interference. With windproof sponge cover, the sound is penetrating, the collar clip design is compact, easy to use and wear, compatible with a variety of computers, mobile phones, SLR equipment recording, applicable to a wide range of scenes, cost-effective, it is worth recommending.

Boya BY-M1 Pro Lavalier Microphone
As an entry-level lavalier microphone, Boya BY-M1 Pro series is favored by many video recording enthusiasts. It uses an omnidirectional pickup microphone with high sensitivity and clear recording effect. Built-in audio chip, effectively reduce background noise and noise interference, support two recording modes of SLR and mobile phone, with 6 meters audio cable, can adapt to long-distance recording environment. This series has solid performance configuration, wide application scenarios and high cost performance, which is worth starting.

Soaiy W60 UHF Wireless Lavalier Microphone
As a high-performance wireless lavalier microphone, Soaiy W60 series uses U-band frequency, automatic connection without setting, stable and reliable signal, and wireless receiving distance up to 30 meters. The microphone adopts omnidirectional pickup mode and technical microphone design, so the radio is natural and clear. Built-in intelligent noise reduction chip, strong anti-interference, continuous frequency without cross frequency; Built-in large capacity battery, lasting life. This series is suitable for a variety of devices, such as live video broadcasting, online course recording, etc., which is worth recommending.

KOOLIFE Wireless Bluetooth Lavalier Microphone
KOOLIFE is a new brand in China. Its lavalier microphone is fashionable, exquisite and compact. The microphone adopts UHF dual-channel wireless transmission technology, which supports simultaneous recording of two people. It has built-in 2.4G wireless technology, stable radio without delay, and faster and longer transmission distance. Built-in DSP reverberation noise reduction algorithm chip can still pick up sound clearly in noisy environment; The microphone supports all kinds of mobile devices and is suitable for short video and Vlog outdoor recording. It is worth recommending.

Aputure V. Lav Lavalier Microphone
Aputure is a leading manufacturer of professional photographic equipment, and the Aputure V. Lav series of microphones features an omnidirectional polar pattern for clear, responsive, broadcast-quality sound. With intelligent audio cable, it can automatically identify TRS/TRRS interface; Built-in double button batteries can work continuously for 800 hours and are compatible with a variety of terminal devices. This series is compact and portable, suitable for all kinds of indoor and outdoor recording scenes, with solid microphone performance configuration and excellent sound quality, which is worth starting.

MAILADA WM8 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
As a classic wireless lavalier microphone, MAILADA WM8 series adopts U-band wireless frequency band design, equipped with combined antenna transmitter and receiver, with 6 channels to choose from, strong signal anti-interference ability, stable transmission performance, and receiving distance up to 90 meters. The microphone uses the high quality condenser microphone, the human voice recording is clear and exquisite, the sound quality fidelity is high. With two No.5 batteries, it can last up to 10 hours. This series of excellent performance configuration, suitable for all kinds of scene recording, cost-effective, it is worth recommending.

Shure MVL Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone
Shure is a well-known brand of audio equipment in the world. Their MVL series adopts omnidirectional pickup mode, powerful 24-bit high-fidelity audio processing function, clear and smooth sound quality, and no dead angle to record human voice. The microphone is built to Shure's exacting standards, and is small enough not to obscure the screen, making it easy to see. Equipped with 3.5mm TRRS interface, compatible with all kinds of mobile devices; With windproof cover, it can effectively reduce the influence of wind noise and noise. This series has solid performance configuration and excellent recording effect, which is worth recommending.

Flagship Shotgun Microphone recommendation:

Boya BY-WM4 PRO Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Boya WM4 Pro series adopts the global 2.4GHz band digital wireless transmission technology, which has strong signal anti-interference and long transmission distance, and can realize high-fidelity original sound recording. The microphone adopts omnidirectional condenser microphone, which has intelligent noise reduction, radio sensitivity and excellent recording effect. The receiver supports simultaneous monitoring and recording of various mobile phones, SLRs and camcorders. Generally speaking, the configuration of this series is quite good, the appearance is exquisite and compact, the use is flexible and convenient, and it is worth starting.

Relacart Mi1 Wireless Digital Lavalier Microphone
Relacart Mi1 series lavalier microphone has excellent performance configuration, with sampling rate and bit depth reaching 16bit/48KHz, and signal-to-noise ratio reaching 90db, which is comparable to the standard of radio and television recording, with clear and delicate sound quality and high fidelity. The host adopts 2.4GHz wireless digital technology, the signal is relatively stable, and the reception can reach 50 meters. Built-in DSP intelligent noise reduction technology, clean voice recording, effectively reduce noise background noise interference. This series has excellent performance configuration, good recording effect, compact and light body, portable use, and is worth recommending.

SABINETEK SmartMike + Silver Wireless Lavalier Microphone
SABINETEK SmartMike +, as a new smart lavalier microphone, uses wireless Bluetooth technology, built-in TWS Bluetooth pairing function, and supports the combination of master-slave mode. The microphone uses a full-directional high-fidelity radio microphone with clear sound quality and adjustable noise reduction level. It is equipped with a high-density anti-spray sponge cover to effectively filter the background noise and ambient sound interference. It supports real-time synchronous monitoring of ear return, and can recognize voice and generate subtitle documents. This series of innovative features are remarkable, compatible with all kinds of equipment radio recording, a wide range of scenarios, it is worth recommending.

TAKSTAR SGC-200 W Wireless Lavalier Microphone
The TAKSTAR SGC-200W series is a high-performance wireless lavalier microphone. It adopts UHF wireless frequency band technology, with stable and reliable signal, strong anti-interference ability, and receiving distance up to 100 meters. At the same time, it is equipped with antenna transmitter and receiver combination, automatic frequency matching technology, single and dual channel options, and supports one-tow-two and real-time monitoring functions. The microphone adopts omnidirectional pickup, with clear and smooth sound quality, built-in LOW-Cut noise reduction function, and one-button low-cut noise elimination. Battery life is up to 10 hours. Overall, this series is recommended for solid performance and excellent vocal recording.

MAILADA VLOGGO3L Wireless Bees Microphone
MAILADA VLOGGO3LS series features live VLOG shooting and recording microphone, which adopts UHF band digital audio technology, with stable signal transmission, strong noise immunity and long receiving distance. A pair of antenna transmitter and receiver combination is configured, and 4 frequency points are preset for selection. Support real-time ear monitoring, built-in LCF low-cut function, can effectively reduce noise interference. The host is provided with a plug-in interface, and the mobile phone and the SLR camera device can be used in a plug-and-play manner, so that the host is simple and convenient to use, and is suitable for live VLOG recording and shooting of various scenes. The performance configuration of this series is remarkable, and the recording is clear to the ear, which is worth recommending.

BOYA BY-WM8PRO Wireless Lavalier Bees Microphone
BOYA WM8 Pro series adopts UHF true diversity dual-channel wireless system, which can wirelessly connect multiple transmitters at the same time. With the combined dual-antenna transmitter and receiver, it can provide 48 groups of wireless channels, stable transmission signal, and remote reception without frequency interruption. The microphone adopts omnidirectional pickup, which can clearly record high-fidelity voice without dead angle. The host is equipped with LED digital display screen, which is easy to operate and visible; The battery lasts up to 6 hours and supports a variety of devices and recording scenarios. The performance of this series is excellent, and the recording effect is clear and smooth, which is worth starting.

MIRFAK WE10 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
MIRFAK WE10 series adopts 2.4GHz wireless digital technology. The host system can automatically switch frequency, transmit in real time and stably, and can receive signals over a long distance without interference. Equipped with combined mini transmitter/receiver, built-in high-definition display screen, visual display of audio dynamics, intuitive and convenient operation. The microphone can receive sound in all directions, capture the sound source in all directions, automatically pair and connect when starting up, support real-time monitoring of ear return, and easily solve the problem of live shooting and recording. This series is compact, portable, good performance configuration, clear and natural recording effect, which is worth recommending.

MAILADA S900 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
MAILADA S900 Pro series is a high-performance smart wireless lavalier microphone, which uses UHF wireless band technology, has 100 adjustable frequency channels, and supports the simultaneous use of multiple devices. The system host is equipped with an OLED high-definition display screen for visual and fool-proof operation. The microphone is available in both built-in and plug-in modes, providing a mono stereo output mode and a one-button noise reduction switch to effectively filter the background noise and ambient sound. Support real-time monitoring and feedback of recording effect at any time. Body design is light, easy to carry, built-in long battery life lithium battery, overall, excellent performance configuration, clear and smooth recording effect, it is worth recommending.

MAILADA WM9 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
MAILADA WM9S adopts dual-channel U-section technology, with stable signal transmission, receiving distance up to 100 meters, and continuous frequency without cross frequency. The host is equipped with dual antennas to receive signals, and the antenna angle can be folded freely; Preset 50 channel frequency points to support simultaneous use of multiple sets of equipment. Host can switch between single and dual channel recording, one key low cut noise reduction; Equipped with headphone monitoring interface, keep track of recording quality. This series is compatible with all kinds of platform devices for wireless recording, and has excellent performance configuration, which is worth starting.

Relacart CR2 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Relacart CR2 series adopts UHF wireless transmission technology, signal stability and long-distance reception, equipped with antenna transmitter and receiver combination, with 32 channels available, supporting the simultaneous use of multi-platform equipment. The microphone adopts omnidirectional pickup, so the radio is clear and sensitive, and the quality fidelity of the sound source is high. Host built-in powerful noise reduction technology, strong anti-interference, equipped with professional headphone monitoring port, real-time monitoring of recording effect. It has a battery life of more than 7 hours and a multi-function display, which can meet the needs of professional recording. This series has a good performance configuration and supports all kinds of professional recording work, which is worth recommending.

COMICA BoomX-D1 Digital Lavalier Microphone
As a professional recording lapel microphone, COMICA BoomX-D1 series uses 2.4GHzw wireless transmission frequency, and the signal transmission distance can reach 50 meters, which is stable and reliable. With the combination of transmitter and receiver, it can be connected automatically without tedious operation. The host is equipped with a monitoring hole to monitor the recording status in real time; The battery supports fast charging and can last for 6 hours. The microphone uses omnidirectional pickup, and the sound quality and sampling rate are excellent, reaching the level of broadcast-quality recording. This series has excellent performance configuration, compatible with all kinds of equipment, clear and full recording effect, suitable for multi-scene live recording, it is worth recommending.

COMICA BLink500 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
As a professional high-end wireless lavalier microphone, COMICA Blink500 series uses 2.4GHz wireless transmission technology, which has stable signal transmission, fast connection and a receiving range of 50 meters. Equipped with a set of wireless transmitter and receiver combination suit, it can automatically set the frequency after the boot setting, support the recording of two people, and meet the use of a variety of scenarios. Excellent recording results with omnidirectional condenser microphone for omnidirectional pickup. This series has solid workmanship, battery life of up to 6 hours, supports recording of various devices, and excellent performance configuration, which is worth recommending.

Professional Shotgun Microphone recommendation:

RODE Wireless GO Wireless Burt's Bees Lavalier Microphone
As a classic wireless lavalier microphone, the RODE Wireless Go series is highly praised by many video Vlog recording professionals. It uses a high-quality 2.4GHz wireless digital frequency system, with a compact waist transmitter and receiver combination, the signal transmission is fast and stable, and can be received at a distance of 70 meters. The microphone adopts omnidirectional pickup mode, with clear reception and no dead angle. The built-in noise reduction technology can effectively filter the wind noise and noise interference. It is equipped with a large-capacity lithium battery, which can last up to 7 hours. The performance configuration of this series is quite nice, which meets the use of multi-scene and multi-device wireless connection. Five-star recommendation.

MOMA lark150 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
MOMA Lark150 series adopts 2.4GHz digital frequency point technology with obstacle avoidance function, which can automatically select high-quality frequency point connection and greatly enhance signal stability. Built-in safe track mode, can automatically switch different channel modes, support ear back monitoring function, suitable for a variety of live recording. Automatic pairing box, the device is inserted and paired automatically without additional operation. The host is equipped with OLED ultra-clear screen, and the recording status is intuitive and visual. The pickup microphone enables omni-directional, high-fidelity recording with broadcast-quality sound. The performance configuration of this series is excellent, and the recording effect is clear and delicate, which is worth starting.

COMICA WM200 Wireless Lavalier Microphone Bees
The COMICA WM200 series features an all-metal body design with strong immunity to interference. The system host uses UHF wireless technology with high signal stability, and the wireless radio distance can reach 120 meters. It has 96 frequency bands to choose from, infrared automatic frequency function, and supports 1 to 2 wireless connection. The host is equipped with LED screen, which can display the recording status synchronously. It supports real-time monitoring of ear return, low-cut filtering function, which can effectively reduce low-frequency noise. It supports mono and stereo modes. It is equipped with professional customized storage box, which is convenient for outdoor use. This series is suitable for professional interview recording and is worth recommending.

Sennheiser XSW-D Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Sennheiser is a well-known brand of audio equipment in the world. Their XSW-D series has excellent workmanship quality, compact appearance design and easy to carry. It uses wireless digital Aptx live coding algorithm technology, with high signal stability and strong anti-interference, and the transmission distance can reach 75 meters. Startup key pairing, simple and convenient operation, no need for manual frequency modulation; The sound quality of the microphone is exquisite and the recording effect is excellent, reaching zero delay of millisecond level, which is comparable to the recording effect of professional broadcasting level. Built-in lithium battery supports fast charging and can be used for 5 hours without power failure. This series has excellent performance configuration and big brand quality, which is worth recommending.

Saramonic UwMic9 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Saramonic UwMic9 series, as a professional wireless lapel microphone, is equipped with U-band wireless band technology and dual-antenna transmitter and receiver combination. The signal transmission is stable and uninterrupted, and the radio distance can reach 100 meters. The system supports infrared automatic channel pairing, automatically searches for clear frequency bands, and effectively avoids interference with recording frequency bands. The microphone adopts omnidirectional pickup mode, 360 ° recording of human voice, clear and delicate sound quality, reaching the level of broadcast-level recording, while supporting real-time monitoring and recording effect of ear return. This series of performance configuration is solid and excellent, suitable for professional recording interviews, and is worth recommending.

RODE Wireless Go II Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Compared with the previous generation, the RODE wireless go II has a new upgrade breakthrough. It adopts the fourth-generation 2.4GHz dual-channel wireless encryption technology, which greatly enhances the RF anti-interference and transmission stability of the system signal. At the same time, it is equipped with on-board recording function, which can record continuously for 24 hours on the transmitter. It is equipped with single-channel and dual-channel free switching mode and three-level gain adjustment. The omnidirectional pickup microphone achieves broadcast-quality sound quality, supports one-tow-two wireless connection, is compatible with a variety of mobile devices, and is suitable for recording in various scenes. The performance of this series is excellent, and the recording effect is clear without interference, which is worth recommending.

Sony UWP-D11 Wireless Lavalier Microphone
Sony UWP-D21 series, as a classic wireless lavalier microphone, adopts UHF digital wireless system, with bodypack transmitting and receiving combination kit, true diversity dual-antenna technology, supports multi-channel frequency operation, and provides stable signal reception capability. The host has its own OLED display screen, which is convenient and fast for visual use and operation. NFC synchronization for fast frequency setting. The system is equipped with Sony's high-quality audio processing technology, with powerful microphone level performance, clear and sensitive radio, and exquisite and full sound quality. This series has excellent performance configuration and is suitable for professional interview recording scenes, which is worth recommending.

V. Lavalier Microphone FAQ

Q1. How to wear a lavalier microphone?
When wearing a lavalier microphone, consider whether the microphone is close to the mouth sound source to ensure the best sound quality. Most lavalier microphones use an omnidirectional pickup head, which can pick up sound from all directions, so the microphone has good inclusiveness when recording, but it is also easy to record noise. It is generally recommended to place the microphone above the chest (about 20-30cm) one palm away from the lips, and install a windproof sponge cover when using the microphone to ensure natural and clean sound quality.

Q2. How to install the lavalier microphone on the clip?
All lapel clip microphones on the market today come with a special clip that allows you to attach the microphone to your clothes. For first-time users, it may be a little confusing, but it's actually very simple to operate. Simply remove the windshield from the microphone, clamp the clip, insert the microphone into the ring, release the clip, secure the microphone, and slide the windshield to its original position.

Q3. How to use the lapel microphone in different clothes?
If you're wearing a jacket with lapels, a shirt with a collar, or the edge of a tie, the lapel clip microphone is more convenient to wear and fix. Wear the microphone away from objects that may cause friction, as these sounds may be picked up during recording.
However, if you are wearing a vest or T-shirt, you can fix the microphone at the neckline, but be aware that if the microphone is located directly below the neck, the sound may be stained and sound strange. To avoid this sound, it is recommended to wear clothes with a loose neckline before recording, or place the microphone under the chin on both sides.
If you are wearing a shoulder strap or a tank top, you can attach the lapel microphone to the shoulder strap. If you have a headgear, you can mount the microphone directly under the headgear. However, it is necessary to ensure that the microphone is placed 20 to 30 cm away from the mouth and is not obstructed by clothing friction, so that a good recording effect can be obtained.

Q4. How to hide the lavalier microphone when recording?
When many small partners record videos, the connection line of the collar clip microphone sometimes interferes with the beauty of the on-camera recording. So how do you hide the lapel clip microphone cable to make your video look cleaner and more professional. You can hide the microphone directly under your shirt jacket or under your clothes. Some professional recording people will use medical cloth tape, tape the connecting line to the inside of the clothes, or use strong glue, so as not to leave dirty marks on the lining of the clothes.

Q5. How does the lapel microphone connect to the device?
The first consideration is what type of device the lavalier microphone will be plugged into and whether a wireless radio solution is required. Before purchasing, they should ask the customer service personnel carefully about their own equipment and interface types, so as not to suffer losses.
If you're connecting a microphone to a smartphone or tablet, you need a microphone with a compatible connector such as TRRS, which matches the socket on most computers, laptops, phones and other mobile devices, so it can be plugged in directly without an adapter. Simply plug the Lavalier into the device's headphone Jack and select the input/output device in the audio settings or recording software to start recording.
If you are using an SLR camera or camcorder to record, you need to use a USB cable or a Canon audio cable. If the cable is too short or cannot be connected to the device and you need some space to move, you can consider using an extension cable.