In a market saturated with compact shotgun microphones, Comica stands out by merging wireless transmission, internal 32-bit float recording, and multiple output options into one highly adaptable microphone: the Comica VM40. But how does it really stack up—especially against a tried and true staple like the Rode VideoMic NTG?
When it comes to content creation — whether that’s streaming, podcasting, YouTube videos, or even vlogging — clear, high-quality audio is a must. Fortunately, you don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars to get professional-sounding results.
Earlier in 2024 I reviewed the Hollyland Lark M2, which was one of the earliest examples of a tiny wireless microphone that offers great connectivity and ease of use without sacrificing sound quality. Now more manufacturers are jumping into this segment of the market and Rode recently announced their version, the Wireless Micro. They’ve stripped…
The Shure MV7 was a game-changer upon its release in 2020, bringing better sound quality and versatility to home podcasters and remote workers for a more attainable price than professional gear. Fast forward to 2024, and we have the Shure MV7 Plus, an upgrade that promises to address the predecessor’s shortcomings while introducing new features.…
In the rapidly evolving world of content creation, audio quality can make or break a video. While there are multiple options for wireless mic kits, Hollyland’s Lark M2 stands out as a compact and affordable solution.
In the last few years, wireless microphone kits for content creators have gotten really good. The $300-400 price point now has more competition than ever, which can make it hard to decide which one is right for you. Let’s test four of the top choices and see which one comes out on top.
When you’re starting out with content creation, you may wonder whether you should get a dynamic or condenser microphone. To help you decide, we take a look at the budget-friendly Fifine K669 D and C microphones in different recording environments.
The Hollyland Lark Max is a wireless microphone kit that directly competes with Rode’s Wireless GO II and DJI’s mic kit at the $300 price point. It seems that Hollyland took aim at many of the issues with those microphone systems and attempted to solve them with the Lark Max. Did they succeed?
The Synco G2 Pro offers a wireless solution for content creators that provides a wealth of features for an affordable price. Is the G2 Pro system a better option than the ever-popular Wireless GO II from Rode, or are there too many compromises?
The Maono PD200X brings dual USB and XLR outputs to an affordable dynamic microphone built for streaming and content creation. Does it hold up against popular alternatives from Samson and Audio-Technica? Let’s take a closer look.
Jeff is a content creator, podcaster, and WFH pro who wants all the gear.
