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BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning vs Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX

Compare pickup, connection, battery and recording features.

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BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone

BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone

  • Audio resolution: 24-bit / 48 kHz.
  • Signal-to-Noise ratio: 80 dB.
  • Connection: Lightning.
KSh 21,800In Stock
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Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX

Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX

  • 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 20,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX if you want a lower price (KSh 1,800 less). Choose the BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone if you prefer Lightning and USB Desktop Microphone.

This comparison is partial: only 4 of the 56 specifications are published for both products. The BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone does not list Microphone System, mounting / Attachment or Special Features; the Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX does not list materials.

Audio

BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone
24-bit / 48 kHz
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Condenser

Connections

BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone
Lightning
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
QPSK 3Mbps

Signal-to-Noise ratio

BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone
80 dB
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
≥70dB

Type

BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone
USB Desktop Microphone
Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Camera Wireless Microphone System

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

BOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop Microphone

  • Connection: Lightning.

Hollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX

  • Lower price: KSh 20,000 (vs KSh 21,800).
  • Connection: 2.4GHz wireless.

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Audio24-bit / 48 kHzCondenser
ConnectionsLightningQPSK 3Mbps
Signal-to-Noise ratio80 dB≥70dB
TypeUSB Desktop MicrophoneCamera Wireless Microphone System

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
BrandBOYAHollyland
ModelBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneLARK M3
TypeUSB Desktop MicrophoneCamera Wireless Microphone System
Announced—September 2026
Microphone System—2 transmitters + 1 camera receiver + 1 mobile receiver + charging case
Color—Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
MaterialsAll-metal construction—
Mounting / Attachment—Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment
Operating Temperature—-10°C to 60°C
Special Features—Scalable 4TX/4RX system and four-track output

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Power Source—Built-in rechargeable batteries
Battery Type—Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life—TX 8h; camera RX 9h; extended by charging case
Charging—USB-C and charging case

Microphone & Audio

Microphone & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Signal-to-Noise Ratio80 dB≥70dB
Audio Resolution24-bit / 48 kHz24-bit / 48kHz transmission; 32-bit float internal recording
Microphone Type—Condenser
Polar Pattern—Omnidirectional
Frequency Response—20Hz–20kHz
Sensitivity—-37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL
Maximum SPL—125dB SPL

Connectivity & Compatibility

Connectivity & Compatibility specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
ConnectionLightning2.4GHz wireless
Audio Outputs—3.5mm TRS and USB-C digital audio according to receiver
USB—USB-C
3.5mm Connection—3.5mm TRS camera output on camera receiver
Camera Compatibility—Cameras with a compatible 3.5mm microphone input when using the camera receiver
Smartphone Compatibility—Supported USB-C and/or Lightning phones using the supplied receiver or official adapter
Computer Compatibility—Windows and macOS computers via USB-C digital audio
Operating System Compatibility—Windows, macOS, iOS and Android where officially supported
Direct Device Compatibility—Not applicable
App Support—LarkSound app

Wireless & Transmission

Wireless & Transmission specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Wireless Technology—QPSK 3Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping
Operating Frequency—2.4GHz ISM band
Transmission Range—Up to 300m line-of-sight
Maximum Transmitters—4
Maximum Receivers / Channels—Up to 4 receivers; four-track output with supported setup
Wireless Features—Flexible 4TX/4RX pairing and four-track recording

Transmitter

Transmitter specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Transmitter Microphone—Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone
Transmitter Input—Not applicable
Transmitter Recording—Yes — 24-bit or 32-bit float internal recording
Transmitter Battery Life—Approx. 8 hours
Transmitter Charging Time—Under 1.5 hours
Transmitter Dimensions—Ø26.5 × 10mm
Transmitter Weight—Approx. 9g

Receiver

Receiver specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Receiver Type—Camera receiver plus mobile receiver
Receiver Outputs—3.5mm TRS camera output and/or USB-C digital output
Receiver Battery Life—Camera receiver approx. 9 hours; mobile receiver host-powered
Receiver Charging Time—Under 1.5 hours for camera receiver
Receiver Dimensions—Camera RX 40 × 25 × 13mm; mobile RX 40 × 16.5 × 9mm
Receiver Weight—Camera RX approx. 20g; mobile RX approx. 5.9g

Recording & Controls

Recording & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Onboard Recording—Yes
Bit Depth / Sample Rate—24-bit / 48kHz; 32-bit float / 48kHz internal recording
Safety Track—Supported
Gain Control—Receiver and app control
Noise Cancellation—Three-level AI noise cancellation
Controls—TX controls; receiver controls; app control
Special Recording Features—Four-track recording and 32-bit float internal backup

Charging Case

Charging Case specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
Charging Case—Included
Case Battery Capacity—1800mAh
Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles—Approximately 2 full-system charges
Case Charging Time—Under 2.5 hours
Case Charging Port—USB-C
Case Features—Stores and charges the supplied transmitter/receiver set

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationBOYA BY-PM700SP USB and Lightning Desktop MicrophoneHollyland LARK M3 Combo 2TX+2RX
What's in the Box—2 × transmitters, camera receiver, mobile receiver, charging case, windscreens, magnetic attachments, 3.5mm camera cable, USB-C cable and documentation

Similarities

  • Both use 24-bit (audio resolution).

In summary

Hollyland LARK M3 2TX+2RX is the lower-priced option; neither stands out on the other features compared here.

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