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BOYA BY-M3 Digital Omnidirectional Type-C Lavalier Microphone
KSh 3,360.00
Technical Specifications
Category Specification
Acoustic Transducer Principle Electret Condenser
Output Interconnect Port USB Type-C Connector (USB-IF Certified)
Polar Pattern Coverage Omnidirectional (Uniform 360-degree sound capture)
Digital Audio Resolution 16-bit / 48 kHz Sampling Rate
Frequency Response Range 50 Hz to 20 kHz
System Sensitivity Metric $-40\text{ dB} \pm 3\text{ dB}$ ($0\text{ dB} = 1\text{ V/Pa}$ at $1\text{ kHz}$)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) 76 dB or more
BOYA BY-M3 Digital Omnidirectional Type-C Lavalier Microphone
Upgrade your mobile audio production with the BOYA BY-M3, a premium digital wired lapel microphone engineered specifically for Type-C Android devices, modern iPads, and USB-C laptops. By bypassing poor internal analog circuitry, the BY-M3 features an integrated analog-to-digital converter that translates sound into broadcast-quality 16-bit/48kHz resolution. Designed for mobile journalists, vloggers, and remote professionals, this microphone provides a continuous plug-and-play connection that delivers highly accurate vocal reproduction without the need for external batteries, adapters, or complex driver setups.
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
| Acoustic Transducer Principle | Electret Condenser |
| Output Interconnect Port | USB Type-C Connector (USB-IF Certified) |
| Polar Pattern Coverage | Omnidirectional (Uniform 360-degree sound capture) |
| Digital Audio Resolution | 16-bit / 48 kHz Sampling Rate |
| Frequency Response Range | 50 Hz to 20 kHz |
| System Sensitivity Metric | $-40\text{ dB} \pm 3\text{ dB}$ ($0\text{ dB} = 1\text{ V/Pa}$ at $1\text{ kHz}$) |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) | 76 dB or more |
| Power Integration | 100% Battery-Free (Directly powered via host USB-C device) |
| Integrated Cable Length | 6.0 meters (19.7 feet) low-noise shielded wire array |
| Total Component Weight | 44.5g (1.57 oz) ultra-lightweight build |
| Included Hardware Kit | 1x Lapel clothing clip, 1x High-density foam windscreen, 1x Storage pouch |
BOYA BY-M3 Pros and Cons
Pros
- Pure Digital Signal Path: The integrated USB Type-C termination bypasses the noisy headphone jack preamp of mobile phones, ensuring crisp, low-hiss vocal tracking.
- Worry-Free Battery Design: Draws minimal bus power directly from your smartphone or tablet, completely eliminating production downtime from dead batteries.
- Generous 19.7-Foot Cable: The heavy-duty 6-meter wire offers plenty of room for wide framing, selfie-stick action, or keeping the recording device tucked neatly out of sight.
- Forgiving 360° Sound Pickup: The omnidirectional capsule tracks smooth, steady vocal levels even when speakers move their heads or shift during interviews.
- Universal USB-C Compatibility: Works instantly across modern Type-C Android platforms, MacBooks, Type-C iPads, and Windows laptops with no software drivers required.
Cons
- No Real-Time Headphone Pass-Through: Lacks an onboard headphone monitoring port, meaning you have to unplug the mic to review your recorded audio playback.
- Not Compatible with Lightning Ports: Built exclusively for modern Type-C interfaces; cannot be adapted backwards to older iOS devices using standard analog adapters.
BOYA BY-M3 Variations and Price Guide
| Model / Variation | Port Configuration & Core Features | Typical Price Range (KES) |
| BOYA BY-M1 (Classic) | Analog 3.5mm TRRS connector; requires 1x LR44 battery for DSLR use; 74dB SNR tracking. | 1,500 – 2,500 |
| BOYA BY-M1S (Upgrade) | Analog 3.5mm TRRS connector; battery-free architecture; enhanced 78dB low-noise capsule. | 2,200 – 3,200 |
| BOYA BY-M3 (This Unit) | Pure Digital USB Type-C connector; integrated 16-bit/48kHz sound card; battery-free design. | 3,000 – 4,500 |
BOYA BY-M3 Suitable Application Areas
- Mobile Journalism & ENG: Ideal for field reporters capturing quick, broadcast-ready interviews directly onto a smartphone or tablet on location.
- Social Media Video Production: Excellent for vlogging, recording TikTok clips, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels with clean, speech-focused audio.
- Remote Work & Corporate Meetings: Replaces muddy laptop microphones with crisp, clear vocal audio during Zoom calls, Microsoft Teams meetings, and webinars.
- E-Learning & Video Tutorials: Allows educators and online instructors to record clear, professional voice tracks directly onto their USB-C tablets or PCs.
Verdict
The BOYA BY-M3 is an efficient, high-performance upgrade for creators transitioning away from legacy 3.5mm audio ports. By pairing a premium digital processing chip with a long 6-meter cable and a battery-free setup, it provides clean, low-noise vocal recording for any modern Type-C workspace. It is a highly dependable tool for fast-paced content creation.
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