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BOYA BY-M1S Upgrade Universal Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
KSh 1,680.00
Technical Specifications
Category Specification
Acoustic Transducer Custom Electret Condenser
Polar Pattern Focus Omnidirectional (360-degree uniform spherical capture)
Frequency Response 50 Hz to 20 kHz (Extended low-and-high range performance)
Sensitivity Profile $-30\text{ dB} \pm 3\text{ dB}$ ($0\text{ dB} = 1\text{ V/Pa}$ at $1\text{ kHz}$)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) 78 dB (Lower self-noise for cleaner background paths)
Output Impedance $2.2\,\text{k}\Omega$ or less
BOYA BY-M1S Upgrade Universal Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
Step up your audio production instantly with the BOYA BY-M1S, the highly efficient evolution of the industry-classic BY-M1 microphone. Re-engineered to eliminate production downtime, this next-generation wired lapel microphone features an upgraded, battery-free power architecture that draws minimal power directly from your host device. Delivering smooth, natural vocal translation for content creators, remote workers, and mobile journalists, the BY-M1S integrates an optimized omnidirectional capsule to provide rich, broadcast-grade speech clarity across all video recording and live streaming channels.
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
| Acoustic Transducer | Custom Electret Condenser |
| Polar Pattern Focus | Omnidirectional (360-degree uniform spherical capture) |
| Frequency Response | 50 Hz to 20 kHz (Extended low-and-high range performance) |
| Sensitivity Profile | $-30\text{ dB} \pm 3\text{ dB}$ ($0\text{ dB} = 1\text{ V/Pa}$ at $1\text{ kHz}$) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 78 dB (Lower self-noise for cleaner background paths) |
| Output Impedance | $2.2\,\text{k}\Omega$ or less |
| Output Connector | 1x Gold-Plated 3.5mm TRRS 4-pole mini-plug |
| Cable Length Infrastructure | 6.0 meters (20 feet) rugged, low-noise shielded cable array |
| Power Integration | 100% Battery-Free (Plug-and-play operation via host device bus power) |
| Inline Interface Switch | Hardware toggle: “Camera” mode (TRRS pinout) / “Smartphone” mode |
| Total Component Weight | 68g (Ultra-lightweight inline control hub design) |
| Included Hardware Kit | 1x All-metal lapel clothing clip, 1x High-density foam windscreen, 1x Storage pouch |
BOYA BY-M1S Pros and Cons
Pros
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True Battery-Free Liberty: Eliminates the need for internal button cell batteries; the mic runs permanently off your camera or smartphone’s power line, preventing silent audio failures.
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Upgraded Capsule Fidelity: Delivers a flatter frequency response and a higher 78dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio compared to older designs, capturing cleaner dialogue with less background hiss.
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Universal Platform Shifting: An elegant inline toggle switch reconfigures the 3.5mm pinout instantly to match DSLRs, audio interfaces, laptops, and smartphones.
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Massive 6-Meter Cable Run: The integrated 20-foot wire gives vloggers plenty of room to frame wide shots or walk comfortably away from the camera.
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Ergonomic Micro Capsule: The miniature microphone casing hides easily on clothing lines, ties, or shirt collars, keeping your video setup neat and professional.
Cons
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No Active Gain Attenuation: Lacks a built-in sensitivity pad (-10dB) or hardware gain volume controls; level adjustments must be handled via host device software.
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Tether Cable Organization Required: The extended 20-foot cord can take extra time to wrap neatly, requiring neat storage to avoid tangles in your gear bag.
BOYA BY-M1S Variations and Price Guide
| Model / Variation | Key Structural Differences | Typical Price Range (KES) |
| BOYA BY-M1 (Classic) | Legacy model requiring 1x LR44 button cell battery for camera use; 74dB SNR audio capsule. | 1,500 – 2,500 |
| BOYA BY-M1S (This Unit) | Upgraded Battery-Free design; enhanced 78dB low-noise studio capsule with modern tuning. | 2,200 – 3,200 |
| BOYA BY-M1 Pro II | Pro tier featuring an integrated -10dB gain pad switch and a live 3.5mm headphone monitor port. | 3,200 – 4,500 |
BOYA BY-M1S Suitable Application Areas
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Vlogging & Social Media Recording: Plugs directly into camera layouts or smartphone cages to capture crisp, high-retention speech for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.
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Mobile Journalism & Documentaries: Provides field reporters with an agile, battery-free audio setup that is always ready to shoot instant interviews on location.
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Remote Work, Zoom & Webinars: Replaces hollow-sounding laptop mics with rich, clear vocal tones, making it ideal for professional video conferences and corporate calls.
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E-Learning & Video Tutorials: Allows educators and online instructors to move freely around whiteboards while maintaining steady, intelligible audio levels.
Verdict
The BOYA BY-M1S solves the biggest challenge of budget lapel recording by removing the battery entirely. By pairing an upgraded, lower-noise condenser capsule with an elegant plug-and-play design, it delivers pristine audio quality while keeping your production workflow simple. It stands as an essential, worry-free upgrade for any modern content creation setup.
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