Lapel mics go by many different names: lavalier mics, body mics or lapel microphones. They are an incredibly important tool for many in the film and television industry, as well as vloggers and public speakers, because they can discreetly clip right to your clothing and capture excellent sound.
For further details about which microphone is right for you, it's best to speak to our audio experts and make sure you get exactly what you need.
When shopping for your first (or next) lapel mic, there are several important factors to consider.
The most important may be the size and color of the lapel mic. If it’s important to you that the lapel mic can’t be seen on camera, then choosing a smaller option with a color that will blend into clothing or flesh tone is vital.
Of course, you also want to take into consideration the sound quality you’ll get out of your lapel mic. The lapel microphones we sell at John Barry Sales come at different price points, and this is often related directly to the quality of sound you’ll get out of your mic.
Finally, be sure to take into consideration the input and output options of your microphone. You want to make sure the lapel mic can connect to the devices you’re using to capture video as well, or that it’s at least easy to transfer the audio into your video production equipment.
What lapel mics do we offer?
With so many different options to choose from, it can be hard to know which lapel mic is right for you. Here are a few of our best options to consider:
Sanken is one of the most popular producers of lapel mics, which is why we carry several of their products, including the Sanken Cos11D Lapel Lectro. The high-tech piece of equipment is unaffected by new forms of digital transmitter signals, and its protective mesh makes it waterproof to boot.
It’s hard to beat Rode’s products when it comes to sound and audio equipment. The Rode Omnidirectional lapel microphone brings a new level of flexibility to lapel mics, as its omni-directional polar pattern means you can adjust it until it’s discreetly placed and protected from background noise.
If you’re using a smartphone to capture your video, then check out the Sennheiser compact, wearable microphone, which comes with internal storage. This device will automatically send the audio captured to the smartphone you used to record thanks to a simple mobile app.
No matter what type of lapel mic you’re looking for, John Barry is here to help. Get in touch with one of our Audio experts today to find the right lavalier mic for you.
