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Hollyland Lark A1 vs Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo

Compare pickup, connection, battery and recording features.

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Hollyland Lark A1

Hollyland Lark A1

  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
  • Up to 54 hours with the case.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • USB-C charging case.
  • Works with the LarkSound app.
KSh 15,500In Stock
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Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo

Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo

  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
  • About 7 hours per charge.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • USB-C direct charging.
  • Works with the LarkSound app.
KSh 12,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Hollyland Lark A1 is the better buy: it lasts longer per charge (9 hours), is lighter (8 g) and has a charging case.

Portability

Hollyland Lark A1
Approx. 8g
Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Approx. 8.5g

Battery life

Hollyland Lark A1
Up to 54 hours with the case
Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
About 7 hours per charge

Charging

Hollyland Lark A1
USB-C charging case
Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
USB-C direct charging

Controls

Hollyland Lark A1
One-click noise cancellation, double-click mute, triple-click recording control
Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Transmitter and app controls

Signal-to-Noise ratio

Hollyland Lark A1
≥67dB
Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
≥68dB

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Hollyland Lark A1

  • Rated for up to 9 hours per charge (vs 7).
  • Charging case.
  • Lighter: 8 g (vs 8.5 g).
  • Also in the box: charging case (more than 2 full charges for two transmitters), magnetic attachments and carrying pouch.

Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo

  • Up to 7 hours per charge.
  • USB-C direct charging.
  • Works with the LarkSound app.

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PriorityHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
PortabilityApprox. 8gApprox. 8.5g
Battery capacityBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ionBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery lifeUp to 54 hours with the caseAbout 7 hours per charge
ConnectionsGFSK 2MbpsGFSK 2Mbps
ChargingUSB-C charging caseUSB-C direct charging
ControlsOne-click noise cancellation, double-click mute, triple-click recording controlTransmitter and app controls

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
BrandHollylandHollyland
ModelLARK A1LARK A2
Announced2025September 2026
TypeSmartphone Wireless Microphone SystemSmartphone Wireless Microphone System
Microphone System2 transmitters + USB-C receiver + Lightning receiver + charging case (Combo)2 transmitters + mobile receiver; no charging case (Mini Duo)
ColorBlackBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Mounting / AttachmentIntegrated clip and/or magnetic attachmentIntegrated clip and/or magnetic attachment
Operating Temperature-10°C to 60°C-10°C to 60°C
Special Features8g magnetic transmitters; MFi-certified Lightning receiverMagnetic 8.5g transmitters

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Power SourceBuilt-in rechargeable batteriesBuilt-in rechargeable batteries
Battery TypeRechargeable lithium-ionRechargeable lithium-ion
Battery LifeUp to 9h per TX; up to 54h alternating two TX with caseApprox. 7 hours per transmitter
ChargingUSB-C charging caseUSB-C direct charging

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Microphone TypeCondenserCondenser
Polar PatternOmnidirectionalOmnidirectional
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity-37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL-37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL
Maximum SPL120dB SPL120dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio≥67dB≥68dB
Audio Resolution24-bit / 48kHz24-bit / 48kHz

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Wireless TechnologyGFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hoppingGFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping
Operating Frequency2.4GHz ISM band2.4GHz ISM band
Transmission RangeUp to 200m line-of-sightUp to 200m line-of-sight
Maximum Transmitters22
Maximum Receivers / Channels1 mobile receiver / 2 channels1 mobile receiver / 2 channels
Wireless FeaturesAutomatic pairing and phone pass-through chargingAdaptive frequency hopping and automatic pairing

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Transmitter MicrophoneBuilt-in omnidirectional condenser microphoneBuilt-in omnidirectional condenser microphone
Transmitter InputNot applicableNot applicable
Transmitter RecordingNoNo
Internal Storage / Recording Time——
Transmitter Battery LifeApprox. 9 hours; 6.5 hours with noise cancellation onApprox. 7 hours
Transmitter Charging TimeUnder 1.5 hoursUnder 1.5 hours
Transmitter Dimensions30 × 16.3 × 8.8mm37.7 × 19.8 × 10mm
Transmitter WeightApprox. 8gApprox. 8.5g

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Receiver TypePlug-in mobile receiverPlug-in mobile receiver
Receiver OutputsUSB-C and/or Lightning digital audio according to kitUSB-C and/or Lightning digital audio according to kit
Monitoring OutputNot applicableNot applicable
Receiver Battery LifePowered by connected mobile devicePowered by connected mobile device
Receiver Charging Time——
Receiver Dimensions34 × 16.3 × 9mm37 × 27 × 9.8mm
Receiver WeightApprox. 5.9gApprox. 5.9g

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Connection2.4GHz wireless2.4GHz wireless
Audio OutputsDigital mobile audioDigital mobile audio
USBUSB-C receiver/chargingUSB-C receiver/charging
3.5mm ConnectionNot applicableNot applicable
Camera Compatibility——
Smartphone CompatibilitySupported USB-C and Lightning phones/tablets according to supplied receiverSupported USB-C and Lightning phones/tablets according to supplied receiver
Computer CompatibilityUSB-C computers where standard USB audio is supportedUSB-C computers where standard USB audio is supported
Operating System CompatibilityiOS and Android where supported by the selected receiver/adapteriOS and Android where supported by the selected receiver/adapter
Direct Device Compatibility——
App SupportLarkSound appLarkSound app

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Onboard RecordingNoNo
Bit Depth / Sample Rate24-bit / 48kHz24-bit / 48kHz
TimecodeNoNo
Safety TrackNoSupported
Gain ControlApp-adjustable gainApp-adjustable gain
Noise CancellationThree-level intelligent noise cancellationThree-level AI noise cancellation, up to 20dB reduction
ControlsOne-click noise cancellation, double-click mute, triple-click recording control; app settingsTransmitter and app controls
Special Recording FeaturesAuto-limit clip protection; EQ and reverb presetsAI auto-limit clip protection and safety track

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
Charging CaseIncludedNot applicable
Case Battery Capacity460mAh—
Case Battery Life / Charging CyclesMore than 2 full charges for two transmitters—
Case Charging TimeUnder 1.5 hours—
Case Charging PortUSB-C—
Case Dimensions90 × 58 × 40mm—
Case FeaturesStores and charges two transmitters and mobile receivers—
Case Weight——

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo
What's in the Box2 × transmitters, USB-C receiver, Lightning receiver, charging case, windscreens, magnetic attachments, USB-C cable, carrying pouch and documentation2 × transmitters, 1 × mobile receiver, windscreens, charging cable and documentation

Similarities

  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both have a range of up to 200 m.
  • Same type: Smartphone Wireless Microphone System.
  • Same mounting / attachment: integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment.

In summary

The Hollyland Lark A1 is the better buy for almost everyone, with longer rated battery life and a lighter build.

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