Boya By MM-1 Cardioid Microphone
The BOYA BY-MM1 is a high-quality cardioid condenser microphone designed to improve the sound quality of videos over your standard built in microphones.
What’s do you get when you purchase the Boya By MM-1?
- BOYA BY-MM1 shotgun microphone
- Shock mount
- Furry windsheild
- 3.5mm to TRS audio cable
- 3.5mm to TRRS audio cable
- Storage bag
- User manual
- Warranty card
Product Highlights
- Compact & Lightweight Design
- Compatible with Smartphones & DSLR Cameras
- All-Metal Microphone Body held by Shock Mount
- No battery required
- Professional furry windshield included
The BY-MM1 is designed for use on Smartphones but includes the necessary adapters to be used on a number of other audio devices. The finished product comes out as a compact & light-weight design. Plug & Play allows a hassle-free experience, Additionally, no batteries are required when using this professional microphone kit. The included anti-shock mount effectively reduces unwanted vibration, cable and handling noise.
It is available on Takealot for R800 and R560 on international stores (excluding shipping).
| Pros | Cons |
| Audio quality – This depends on your expectations and the way you plan to use the microphone, but overall the sound quality of the BOYA BY-MM1 is good.If you compare it to the Rode VideoMicro shotgun microphone, then it is quite similar. | The quality of the dead cat wind protector – It is not that bad, but as you see in the video, I managed to pull off the fur/hair easily. |
| Durability – The Boya By MM1 build quality is excellent and many users have made use of it for years with no problems or audio degradation. | The shock mount is made from simple plastic – One of the main differences between the BOYA BY-MM1 & the Rode Video Micro is the quality of the shock mount. In my opinion, if you separate the mic from the mount often, this can be annoying and cause scratches to the mic. Also, I’m afraid that the BOYA mount eventually will break. |
| Compatible with various devices – You can use this mic with smartphones, tablets, computers, camcorders, DSLR / mirror-less / other types of cameras. |
The BOYA BY-MM1 is great for anyone from beginner, intermediate or expert videographer or content creator. It makes you look professional and is an excellent product and it does not disappoint for its price.