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Hollyland Lark A1 vs Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX

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 M3 Combo 2TX+1RX

Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX

  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless connection.
  • Onboard recording for a local audio backup.
  • USB-C and charging case.
  • Power source: rechargeable batteries.
KSh 18,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

The Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX is the stronger choice: it has a longer range (up to 300 m) and offers transmitter recording and onboard recording, while the Hollyland Lark A1 is lighter (8 g).

Portability

Hollyland Lark A1
Approx. 8g
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Approx. 9g

Battery life

Hollyland Lark A1
Up to 54 hours with the case
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Up to 8 hours per charge

Connections

Hollyland Lark A1
GFSK 2Mbps
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
QPSK 3Mbps

Features

Hollyland Lark A1
Automatic pairing and phone pass-through charging
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Flexible 4TX/4RX pairing and four-track recording

Charging

Hollyland Lark A1
USB-C charging case
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
USB-C and charging case

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Hollyland Lark A1

  • Lighter: 8 g (vs 9 g).
  • Also in the box: carrying pouch.
  • Receiver type: Plug-in mobile receiver.

Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX

  • Longer range: up to 300 m (vs 200 m).
  • Transmitter recording: 24-bit or 32-bit float internal recording.
  • Onboard recording.
  • Receiver type: Camera and/or mobile receiver according to kit.

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PriorityHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
PortabilityApprox. 8gApprox. 9g
Battery capacityBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ionBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery lifeUp to 54 hours with the caseUp to 8 hours per charge
ConnectionsGFSK 2MbpsQPSK 3Mbps
FeaturesAutomatic pairing and phone pass-through chargingFlexible 4TX/4RX pairing and four-track recording
ChargingUSB-C charging caseUSB-C and charging case

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
BrandHollylandHollyland
ModelLARK A1LARK M3
Announced2025September 2026
TypeSmartphone Wireless Microphone SystemCamera Wireless Microphone System
Microphone System2 transmitters + USB-C receiver + Lightning receiver + charging case (Combo)2 transmitters + 1 camera receiver + charging case
ColorBlackBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
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 receiverScalable 4TX/4RX system and four-track output

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
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 caseTX 8h; camera RX 9h; extended by charging case
ChargingUSB-C charging caseUSB-C and charging case

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Microphone TypeCondenserCondenser
Polar PatternOmnidirectionalOmnidirectional
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity-37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL-37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL
Maximum SPL120dB SPL125dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio≥67dB≥70dB
Audio Resolution24-bit / 48kHz24-bit / 48kHz transmission; 32-bit float internal recording

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Wireless TechnologyGFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hoppingQPSK 3Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping
Operating Frequency2.4GHz ISM band2.4GHz ISM band
Transmission RangeUp to 200m line-of-sightUp to 300m line-of-sight
Maximum Transmitters24
Maximum Receivers / Channels1 mobile receiver / 2 channelsUp to 4 receivers; four-track output with supported setup
Wireless FeaturesAutomatic pairing and phone pass-through chargingFlexible 4TX/4RX pairing and four-track recording

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Transmitter MicrophoneBuilt-in omnidirectional condenser microphoneBuilt-in omnidirectional condenser microphone
Transmitter InputNot applicableNot applicable
Transmitter RecordingNoYes — 24-bit or 32-bit float internal recording
Internal Storage / Recording Time——
Transmitter Battery LifeApprox. 9 hours; 6.5 hours with noise cancellation onApprox. 8 hours
Transmitter Charging TimeUnder 1.5 hoursUnder 1.5 hours
Transmitter Dimensions30 × 16.3 × 8.8mmØ26.5 × 10mm
Transmitter WeightApprox. 8gApprox. 9g

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Receiver TypePlug-in mobile receiverCamera and/or mobile receiver according to kit
Receiver OutputsUSB-C and/or Lightning digital audio according to kit3.5mm TRS camera output and/or USB-C digital output
Monitoring OutputNot applicable—
Receiver Battery LifePowered by connected mobile deviceCamera receiver approx. 9 hours; mobile receiver host-powered
Receiver Charging Time—Under 1.5 hours for camera receiver
Receiver Dimensions34 × 16.3 × 9mmCamera RX 40 × 25 × 13mm; mobile RX 40 × 16.5 × 9mm
Receiver WeightApprox. 5.9gCamera RX approx. 20g; mobile RX approx. 5.9g

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Connection2.4GHz wireless2.4GHz wireless
Audio OutputsDigital mobile audio3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio according to receiver
USBUSB-C receiver/chargingUSB-C
3.5mm ConnectionNot applicable3.5mm TRS camera output on camera receiver
Camera Compatibility—Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver
Smartphone CompatibilitySupported USB-C and Lightning phones/tablets according to supplied receiverSupported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter
Computer CompatibilityUSB-C computers where standard USB audio is supportedWindows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio
Operating System CompatibilityiOS and Android where supported by the selected receiver/adapterWindows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported
Direct Device Compatibility—Not applicable
App SupportLarkSound appLarkSound app

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Onboard RecordingNoYes
Bit Depth / Sample Rate24-bit / 48kHz24-bit / 48kHz; 32-bit float / 48kHz internal recording
TimecodeNo—
Safety TrackNoSupported
Gain ControlApp-adjustable gainReceiver and app control
Noise CancellationThree-level intelligent noise cancellationThree-level AI noise cancellation
ControlsOne-click noise cancellation, double-click mute, triple-click recording control; app settingsTX controls; receiver controls; app control
Special Recording FeaturesAuto-limit clip protection; EQ and reverb presetsFour-track recording and 32-bit float internal backup

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
Charging CaseIncludedIncluded
Case Battery Capacity460mAh1800mAh
Case Battery Life / Charging CyclesMore than 2 full charges for two transmittersApproximately 2 full-system charges
Case Charging TimeUnder 1.5 hoursUnder 2.5 hours
Case Charging PortUSB-CUSB-C
Case Dimensions90 × 58 × 40mm—
Case FeaturesStores and charges two transmitters and mobile receiversStores and charges the supplied transmitter/receiver set

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationHollyland Lark A1Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX
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 × camera receiver, charging case, windscreens, magnetic attachments, 3.5mm camera cable, USB-C cable and documentation

Similarities

  • Both work with a companion app.
  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use 24-bit (audio resolution).
  • Same mounting / attachment: integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment.
  • Same power source: built-in rechargeable batteries.

In summary

For most buyers the Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+1RX is the better buy; the Hollyland Lark A1 makes sense if you want a lighter build.

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