JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone
KSh 8,000
The JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone price is ksh8,000 in Kenya delivers crystal-clear sound with its cardioid polar pattern, making it perfect for karaoke and performances. It easily pairs with JBL PartyBox speakers.
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| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Insta360 | Hollyland | Hollyland |
| Model | PBM100 | Mic Air | LARK A2 | LARK A2 |
| Announced | 2020 | April 22, 2025 | September 2026 | September 2026 |
| Type | Wired Handheld Microphone | Smartphone Wireless Microphone System | Smartphone Wireless Microphone System | Smartphone Wireless Microphone System |
| Microphone System | Single wired handheld microphone | 1 transmitter + 1 USB-C receiver | 2 transmitters + mobile receiver; no charging case (Mini Duo) | 2 transmitters + mobile receiver + charging case (Duo) |
| Color | Black | Black | Black | Black |
Microphone & Audio
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microphone Type | Dynamic vocal microphone | Condenser | Condenser | Condenser |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional | Omnidirectional |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz–15kHz | Not specified | 20Hz–20kHz | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Sensitivity | -53±3dBV/Pa | Not specified | -37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL | -37dBV ±2dBV at 1kHz, 94dB SPL |
| Audio Resolution | Analog | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz |
| Audio Features | 600Ω impedance; wire-mesh cap with windscreen | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Maximum SPL | Not specified | Not specified | 120dB SPL | 120dB SPL |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not specified | Not specified | ≥68dB | ≥68dB |
Wireless & Transmission
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless Technology | N/A | 2.4GHz digital wireless plus direct Bluetooth connection to supported Insta360 cameras | GFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping | GFSK 2Mbps, 2.4GHz adaptive frequency hopping |
| Operating Frequency | N/A | 2.4GHz ISM band | 2.4GHz ISM band | 2.4GHz ISM band |
| Transmission Range | N/A | Up to 300m open, unobstructed and interference-free | Up to 200m line-of-sight | Up to 200m line-of-sight |
| Latency | N/A | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Encryption | N/A | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Maximum Transmitters | N/A | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Maximum Receivers / Channels | N/A | 1 receiver / 2 transmitters | 1 mobile receiver / 2 channels | 1 mobile receiver / 2 channels |
| Wireless Features | N/A | Direct connection to supported Insta360 cameras | Adaptive frequency hopping and automatic pairing | Adaptive frequency hopping and automatic pairing |
Transmitter
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmitter Microphone | N/A | Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone | Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone | Built-in omnidirectional condenser microphone |
| Transmitter Input | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Transmitter Recording | N/A | No | No | No |
| Internal Storage / Recording Time | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Transmitter Battery Life | N/A | Up to 10 hours | Approx. 7 hours | Approx. 7 hours |
| Transmitter Charging Time | N/A | Not specified | Under 1.5 hours | Under 1.5 hours |
| Transmitter Dimensions | N/A | 26.91 × 11.61mm (diameter × height) | 37.7 × 19.8 × 10mm | 37.7 × 19.8 × 10mm |
| Transmitter Weight | N/A | 7.9g excluding button magnet | Approx. 8.5g | Approx. 8.5g |
Receiver
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receiver Type | N/A | USB-C mobile receiver | Plug-in mobile receiver | Plug-in mobile receiver |
| Receiver Outputs | N/A | USB-C digital audio | USB-C and/or Lightning digital audio according to kit | USB-C and/or Lightning digital audio according to kit |
| Monitoring Output | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Receiver Battery Life | N/A | Host-powered | Powered by connected mobile device | Powered by connected mobile device |
| Receiver Charging Time | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Receiver Dimensions | N/A | 40.19 × 25.56 × 9.3mm | 37 × 27 × 9.8mm | 37 × 27 × 9.8mm |
| Receiver Weight | N/A | 5.4g | Approx. 5.9g | Approx. 5.9g |
Connectivity & Compatibility
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connection | Wired 6.35mm audio connection | 2.4GHz wireless; USB-C receiver; direct Bluetooth to supported Insta360 cameras | 2.4GHz wireless | 2.4GHz wireless |
| Audio Outputs | 6.35mm 3-pin audio output | USB-C digital audio | Digital mobile audio | Digital mobile audio |
| USB | N/A | USB-C receiver | USB-C receiver/charging | USB-C receiver/charging |
| 3.5mm Connection | Supplied 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Camera Compatibility | N/A | Direct Bluetooth connection to supported Insta360 cameras; no general 3.5mm camera receiver in this kit | N/A | N/A |
| Smartphone Compatibility | N/A | USB-C smartphones/tablets supporting single-microphone pickup | Supported USB-C and Lightning phones/tablets according to supplied receiver | Supported USB-C and Lightning phones/tablets according to supplied receiver |
| Computer Compatibility | N/A | Windows 10 or newer; Apple-silicon Mac computers | USB-C computers where standard USB audio is supported | USB-C computers where standard USB audio is supported |
| Operating System Compatibility | N/A | Supported USB-C Android/iOS devices; Windows 10+; macOS on M-series Macs | iOS and Android where supported by the selected receiver/adapter | iOS and Android where supported by the selected receiver/adapter |
| Direct Device Compatibility | JBL PartyBox speakers with compatible microphone input | Supported Insta360 cameras via direct Bluetooth; compatibility list requires current firmware | N/A | N/A |
| App Support | N/A | Insta360 app | LarkSound app | LarkSound app |
Recording & Controls
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onboard Recording | N/A | No | No | No |
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | N/A | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz | 24-bit / 48kHz |
| Timecode | N/A | No | No | No |
| Safety Track | N/A | No | Supported | Supported |
| Gain Control | N/A | Not specified | App-adjustable gain | App-adjustable gain |
| Noise Cancellation | No electronic noise cancellation; cardioid pattern and windscreen reduce ambient/wind noise | Noise reduction supported | Three-level AI noise cancellation, up to 20dB reduction | Three-level AI noise cancellation, up to 20dB reduction |
| Low-Cut Filter | N/A | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Special Recording Features | N/A | N/A | AI auto-limit clip protection and safety track | AI auto-limit clip protection and safety track |
| Controls | Not specified | Transmitter multifunction control | Transmitter and app controls | Transmitter and app controls |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Source | N/A | Rechargeable TX; receiver powered by host | Built-in rechargeable batteries | Built-in rechargeable batteries |
| Battery Type | N/A | Rechargeable lithium-ion transmitter battery | Rechargeable lithium-ion | Rechargeable lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | N/A | Up to 10 hours per transmitter | Approx. 7 hours per transmitter | Approx. 7 hours per transmitter |
| Charging | N/A | USB-C | USB-C direct charging | USB-C charging case |
| Fast Charging | N/A | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
Charging Case
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charging Case | N/A | N/A | N/A | Included |
| Case Battery Capacity | N/A | N/A | N/A | 530mAh |
| Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles | N/A | N/A | N/A | More than 2 full charges for two transmitters |
| Case Charging Time | N/A | N/A | N/A | Under 1.5 hours |
| Case Charging Port | N/A | N/A | N/A | USB-C |
| Case Dimensions | N/A | N/A | N/A | 90 × 58 × 40mm |
| Case Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | Not specified |
| Case Features | N/A | N/A | N/A | Stores and charges two transmitters and mobile receiver |
Design
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mounting / Attachment | Handheld | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment | Integrated clip and/or magnetic attachment |
| Materials | Rugged stage-quality casing with wire-mesh cap | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Special Features | Built-in windscreen; cardioid rejection of ambient sound | 7.9g magnetic transmitter and direct Insta360 camera connection | Magnetic 8.5g transmitters | Magnetic 8.5g transmitters |
| Operating Temperature | Not specified | Not specified | -10°C to 60°C | -10°C to 60°C |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone | Insta360 Mic Air | Hollyland LARK A2 Mini Duo | Hollyland LARK A2 Combo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What's in the Box | JBL PBM100 wired microphone, 6.3mm-to-3.5mm adapter, quick-start guide, warranty sheet and safety sheet | Insta360 Mic Air transmitter, USB-C receiver, button magnet/clip, windshield, charging cable and documentation | 2 × transmitters, 1 × mobile receiver, windscreens, charging cable and documentation | 2 × transmitters, 1 × mobile receiver, charging case, 2 × windscreens, carrying bag, charging cable and documentation |
Specs
JBL PBM100 Wired Microphone specifications
General
| Brand | JBL |
|---|---|
| Model | PBM100 |
| Announced | 2020 |
| Type | Wired Handheld Microphone |
| Microphone System | Single wired handheld microphone |
| Color | Black |
Microphone & Audio
| Microphone Type | Dynamic vocal microphone |
|---|---|
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz–15kHz |
| Sensitivity | -53±3dBV/Pa |
| Maximum SPL | Not specified |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | Not specified |
| Equivalent Noise | Not specified |
| Dynamic Range | Not specified |
| Audio Resolution | Analog |
| Audio Features | 600Ω impedance; wire-mesh cap with windscreen |
Wireless & Transmission
| Wireless Technology | N/A |
|---|---|
| Operating Frequency | N/A |
| Transmission Range | N/A |
| Latency | N/A |
| Encryption | N/A |
| Maximum Transmitters | N/A |
| Maximum Receivers / Channels | N/A |
| Wireless Features | N/A |
Transmitter
| Transmitter Microphone | N/A |
|---|---|
| Transmitter Input | N/A |
| Transmitter Recording | N/A |
| Internal Storage / Recording Time | N/A |
| Transmitter Battery Life | N/A |
| Transmitter Charging Time | N/A |
| Transmitter Dimensions | N/A |
| Transmitter Weight | N/A |
Receiver
| Receiver Type | N/A |
|---|---|
| Receiver Outputs | N/A |
| Monitoring Output | N/A |
| Receiver Battery Life | N/A |
| Receiver Charging Time | N/A |
| Receiver Dimensions | N/A |
| Receiver Weight | N/A |
Connectivity & Compatibility
| Connection | Wired 6.35mm audio connection |
|---|---|
| Audio Outputs | 6.35mm 3-pin audio output |
| USB | N/A |
| 3.5mm Connection | Supplied 6.35mm-to-3.5mm adapter |
| Camera Compatibility | N/A |
| Smartphone Compatibility | N/A |
| Computer Compatibility | N/A |
| Operating System Compatibility | N/A |
| Direct Device Compatibility | JBL PartyBox speakers with compatible microphone input |
| App Support | N/A |
Recording & Controls
| Onboard Recording | N/A |
|---|---|
| Bit Depth / Sample Rate | N/A |
| Timecode | N/A |
| Safety Track | N/A |
| Gain Control | N/A |
| Noise Cancellation | No electronic noise cancellation; cardioid pattern and windscreen reduce ambient/wind noise |
| Low-Cut Filter | N/A |
| Controls | Plug-and-play; no onboard controls specified |
| Special Recording Features | N/A |
Battery & Charging
| Power Source | N/A |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | N/A |
| Battery Life | N/A |
| Charging | N/A |
| Fast Charging | N/A |
Charging Case
| Charging Case | N/A |
|---|---|
| Case Battery Capacity | N/A |
| Case Battery Life / Charging Cycles | N/A |
| Case Charging Time | N/A |
| Case Charging Port | N/A |
| Case Dimensions | N/A |
| Case Weight | N/A |
| Case Features | N/A |
Design
| Mounting / Attachment | Handheld |
|---|---|
| Water & Dust Resistance | Not specified |
| Materials | Rugged stage-quality casing with wire-mesh cap |
| Operating Temperature | Not specified |
| Special Features | Built-in windscreen; cardioid rejection of ambient sound |
What's in the Box
| What's in the Box | JBL PBM100 wired microphone, 6.3mm-to-3.5mm adapter, quick-start guide, warranty sheet and safety sheet |
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