Hollyland Lark M1 – Wireless Lavalier Review

Hollyland Lark M1 – Wireless Lavalier Review
9.4/10

Hollyland Lark M1 is a very compact set of wireless lavalier clip-on mics. It comes with a charging case and it’s capable of broadcasting both microphone channels independently via stereo 3.5mm output. Both transmitters and the reciever are light weight and minimalistic, yet provide all the vital features such as switchable noise reduction, stereo/ mixed output mode, volume boost and LED status indicators. Extremely small footprint along with an attractive price tag almost makes you…

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Rode Wireless GO II review

Rode Wireless GO II review
9.2/10

Rode Wireless GO II is an excellent miniature professional wireless system consisting of two (2) transmitters, 3.5mm output and an on-board recorder. It is a successor to a highly successful first generation of GO with more features added to it, although the audio quality of both is same. Transmitters or the body packs have built-in mics to get you started, but more often than not, it is used with plug-in lavalier mics. Any generic 3.5mm…

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Pixel Voical Lark X – Wireless Lavalier System Review

Pixel Voical Lark X – Wireless Lavalier System Review
7.5/10

Pixel Voical Lark is a wireless system consisting of two lavalier mic transmitters, a receiver and a portable charger box. It doesn’t have many features: a single volume control for both mics, outputted as single channel via 3.5mm TRRS connector. Then there is a noise reduction mode, which can be enabled individually on each transmitter. Finally, it delivers a real-time monitoring for headphones, and an additional input for mix-in; the headphone amplifier is quite powerful….

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Lewitt DTP Beat Kit Pro 7 Review, Shipped From Heaven

Lewitt DTP Beat Kit Pro 7 Review, Shipped From Heaven
10/10
Editor's Choice

Lewitt DTP Beat Kit Pro 7 is a stunning quality premium set of drum mics that beats pretty much anything in the $1,000 range. The value for money is simply amazing, because this kit includes two externally polarized LCT 340 as overheads, for which alone it is actually worth buying! Toms, snare and kick mics are excellent too – for dynamics, they offer a breathtaking amount of detail and clarity without compromising their low-end response….

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Shure PG Alta Drum Kit 7 Review (PGADRUMKIT7)

Shure PG Alta Drum Kit 7 Review (PGADRUMKIT7)
10/10
Editor's Choice

Here come the latest 7-piece drum mics from Shure, which rely on their new model range called “PG Alta” or simply “PGA”. Those microphones are highly cost-effective and yet retain that professional quality for which Shure is renowned. If you cannot afford premium sets of drum mics and still want to get every bit of quality, then PGADRUMKIT7 will be your best investment. For only about $500, you are offered a complete package with a…

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CAD Audio Touring 7 Microphone Kit Review

CAD Audio Touring 7 Microphone Kit Review
8/10

TOURING7 is a new drum mics set from CAD Audio that comes with a very humble price tag. As a budget model, it isn’t supposed to be all-perfect, and yet it still brings us a great sound, which is more than decent for the price! This mic set works particularly good for live gigs, and it’s relatively easy to set up for any hot environment. As a bonus, you also get carrying case – a…

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Audix DP7 – Drum Microphone Kit Review

Audix DP7 – Drum Microphone Kit Review
9/10

Audix DP7 is a premium drum mics kit designed for a standard 7-piece setup. In many aspects, it is superior to Shure and a number of other entry-level drum mics, though the price difference is tangible. This set is ideal for tracking / recording, and assumes you have a decent gear overall. Perhaps, a bit too expensive for beginners, but it will sound noticeably better comparing to the cheaper mics. Whoever chooses Audix DP7 will get a solid set…

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Samson 8kit – Drum Microphone Kit Review

Samson 8kit – Drum Microphone Kit Review
7/10

Samson 8kit is a great choice for 8-piece recording. Although of a less known brand, this model features an unbeatable price and even overthrows the more expensive kits from long-established competitors. To our surprise, it sounds well above par.  It takes the middle course of bringing more of a balanced sound and maximum transparency, suiting a variety of drums with little to no adjustment. The mics of course, are not premium but they are very decent…

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Shure DMK57-52 Drum Microphone Kit Review

Shure DMK57-52 Drum Microphone Kit Review
8/10

DMK57-52 is an ideal package from Shure that works wonders with any 4-piece drum set. This pack includes a Beta-52A and 3 x SM57 mics, all coming with decent quality clamps. Both models are actually dynamic. SM57 has a cardioid picking pattern and a well-tailored frequency response from lows to highs with especially stable mid-range. It works not only for toms and for snares but it is also a good all-around mic, frequently used for…

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