BOYAMIC has made some magic (pun intended) in the wireless microphone space recently, and no product proves it more than the latest model of its flagship mic kit, the BOYAMIC 2. While the company has made significant improvements to catch up with competitors, it has also introduced features that may well put it ahead in some categories.
The BOYAMIC 2 is available in several kit combinations: a one-transmitter, one-receiver kit; a two-transmitter, one-receiver kit; and the kit reviewed here, the two-transmitter, one-receiver kit with two lavalier microphones. In the box, you’ll find the BOYAMIC 2 charge case, which includes two transmitters, a receiver, a USB-C adapter, two magnets (attached to the transmitters), two wired lavalier microphones, a 3.5 mm TRS-to-TRS cable, two fur windshields, and a carrying pouch.
The design of the BOYAMIC 2 transmitters is a major leap from the original model. With a semi-transparent body that reveals the inner workings, the transmitters bear some resemblance to the DJI Mic 2. Each transmitter features a 3.5-mm jack for wired lavalier microphones, indicator lights that indicate when the microphone is on, connected, or recording, a power button (used for pairing and powering on), a noise-reduction button, a record button, and a USB port for PC file transfers.
“The design of the BOYAMIC 2 transmitters is a major leap from the original model.”
The transmitters, like the original BOYAMIC, include 8 GB of internal storage for onboard recording. This allows audio capture without a video component, or provides a backup recording for video shoots — always a smart safeguard. The BOYAMIC 2 also records in 32-bit float, offering a much wider dynamic range than the 24-bit depth (both at a 48 kHz sample rate) produced through the receiver.
The BOYAMIC 2 receiver represents the biggest leap from the original BOYAMIC. Its predecessor’s small black-and-white LCD display was difficult to read and felt outdated. The new receiver features a larger, full-colour LED display that is easier to read, with smoother animation on VU meter levels. For vloggers, having that display on-camera means being able to check all essential information without staring at the screen for too long.
The BOYAMIC 2 receiver includes two 3.5-mm jacks — one for monitoring and one for audio output — and a redesigned USB-C adapter connection that twists into place rather than sliding, as seen on other mic kit receivers. This ensures a more secure fit. The screen also confirms when the adapter is properly attached and when it is connected to a phone, providing reassurance that audio will be captured.
The receiver design also allows it to function as a USB extension when plugged into a compatible device, such as a phone. When connected, you can attach a USB-C cable to the receiver port to charge your phone while the receiver is in operation. For vloggers who record with phone cameras, this is a welcome feature — no more draining the battery simply because you cannot charge and capture quality audio at the same time.
The BOYAMIC 2 receiver controls are straightforward, featuring a power button on the front and, above it, a pressable dial for navigating on-screen menus and adjusting transmitter gain. The LED screen is also touch-enabled, providing an additional way to navigate through the receiver’s interface.
The build quality across the entire BOYAMIC 2 kit is solid. The original BOYAMIC was also sturdy, but the new model feels less hollow. The ridged design of the transmitter bodies may play a role, but overall, the transmitters and receiver feel more densely built, suggesting greater durability. The charge case resembles those included with most wireless mic kits, which are typically robust. Having gear that feels unlikely to break in the field provides added reassurance.
“Battery performance is robust, lasting up to nine hours with noise cancellation and recording turned off.”
The lavaliers included with the BOYAMIC 2 kit are serviceable but not exceptional. They fall on the higher end of the quality spectrum compared to many bundled lavs, but they are not game changers. Their main advantage is practical: allowing you to conceal the transmitter while saving money by purchasing the kit. For users who require this option, the inclusion is worthwhile, but do not expect a noticeable improvement in audio quality.
The BOYAMIC 2’s connection capabilities are particularly strong. Each of the two transmitters in this kit can be paired with up to four separate BOYAMIC 2 receivers simultaneously, enabling identical audio capture across all four. In addition, a single receiver can output audio to two devices simultaneously. Combined, this allows audio from the transmitters to be captured on eight devices at once. With onboard recording on the transmitters themselves, that number rises to 10 recording points.
Battery performance is robust for typical field sessions. The transmitters last up to nine hours with noise cancellation and recording turned off, and up to six hours with both enabled. The charge case, with its 2,900 mAh battery, provides about one and a half full charges for the kit, enough to cover a full day of use without needing an outlet.
“The BOYAMIC 2’s AI-driven noise cancellation is among the cleanest available, trained on more than 20,000 hours of audio.”
Connecting the BOYAMIC 2 to the BOYAMIC Central app provides complete control of the microphone kit in a highly user-friendly way. Through the app, users can adjust microphone gain, set a safety channel for a single-transmitter broadcast (capturing one channel at a lower level as backup), record two transmitters on separate channels or mixed together, apply preset or custom EQ settings, and enable Auto Gain, which automatically adjusts levels if speech becomes too quiet or too loud.
Sound quality on the BOYAMIC 2 represents a significant improvement over the original BOYAMIC. The audio is crisp, and the 32-bit float recording is invaluable for users who may be more expressive than their initial gain settings account for. Beyond bit depth, one of the most important advancements is what prompted BOYA to market this kit as “the world’s first AI-powered mini wireless microphone.”
The BOYAMIC 2’s AI-driven noise cancellation is among the cleanest available. Trained on more than 20,000 hours of audio across 700,000 noise samples, the feature can reduce surrounding noise by up to 40 dB to isolate the voice, or by 15 dB to maintain natural ambience. In either mode, vocal integrity is preserved — a contrast to other microphones where noise reduction can cause digitization or distortion.
At $204.39 US for the kit reviewed ($184.54 US without lavaliers), the price undercuts the DJI Mic 2 by $35, while landing at nearly half the cost of the RØDE Wireless Pro, which also offers 32-bit float. However, the BOYAMIC 2 arguably delivers a superior charge case and a receiver with clearer on-camera information. For that reason, it fits comfortably into the category of today’s best-value microphone kits.
