BOYA BY-BM6060 is available at Mascom International for KSh 10,500, a supercardioid condenser shotgun microphone with a 3-pin XLR output, brand new and sealed. It runs on 24-48V phantom power from a mixer, recorder or audio interface, or on a single AA battery when no phantom power is available. The BOYA BY-BM6060 covers 60Hz to 20kHz, has an 80dB signal-to-noise ratio and a switchable 150Hz low-cut filter for wind and hum. You can test the BOYA BY-BM6060 at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, on Kimathi Street in Nairobi CBD.
Built for videographers, wedding filmmakers, journalists, church media teams and content creators across Kenya, the BOYA BY-BM6060 solves the most common problem in local video: muddy sound. A camera's built-in microphone hears everything, from a generator outside to matatu hooters on the road. The supercardioid pattern listens mainly in the direction it points, so the speaker stays clear while side noise drops away. It fits on a boom pole, a camera cold shoe or a desk stand, and suits interviews, short films and recorded sermons. Point it at the speaker from just outside the frame, and the voice comes through clearly on playback.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell unboxed microphones with missing parts, Mascom International hands over a sealed BOYA BY-BM6060 with its accessories, after you have tested it at our counter. Customers across Nairobi tell us the switch from a camera microphone to a shotgun is the single biggest upgrade their videos ever get. Walk in to compare it with the longer BOYA BY-BM6060L, or order on WhatsApp and pay on arrival. We deliver the same day within Nairobi and the next business day to most major towns.
Common Questions About the BOYA BY-BM6060
How much is the BOYA BY-BM6060 in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-BM6060 costs KSh 10,500 brand new and sealed at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price includes the shock mount, foam windscreen and furry windshield in the box, plus a 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects. Delivery is pay-on-arrival anywhere in Kenya. The longer BOYA BY-BM6060L sells for KSh 14,500, so the standard version saves you KSh 4,000. For most interviews, YouTube videos and indoor events, the shorter body is easier to handle and hide from the frame.
Should I buy the BOYA BY-BM6060 or the BOYA BY-VM600?
Pick the BOYA BY-BM6060 if you record into a mixer, field recorder or audio interface with XLR inputs; pick the BOYA BY-VM600 if you plug straight into a camera's 3.5mm socket. The BOYA BY-BM6060 has a tighter supercardioid pattern and an 80dB signal-to-noise ratio, against the BOYA BY-VM600's cardioid pattern and 76dB. The BOYA BY-VM600 costs KSh 6,500, KSh 4,000 less. Paid wedding and corporate work favours the XLR microphone, while a first vlogging setup fits the cheaper on-camera model.
Can I connect the BOYA BY-BM6060 to a DSLR or a smartphone?
Yes, but you need the right adapter, because the BOYA BY-BM6060 sends its signal through a 3-pin XLR plug. Most DSLR and mirrorless cameras only have a 3.5mm microphone socket, so you use an XLR-to-3.5mm cable or an XLR audio adapter. Run it on its AA battery in that case, since cameras do not supply phantom power. Phones need an XLR interface with a USB-C or Lightning output. Mascom International can advise on the adapter that suits your camera.
Does the BOYA BY-BM6060 need phantom power to work?
No, the BOYA BY-BM6060 works either way: 24-48V phantom power from your mixer or recorder, or one 1.5V AA battery inside the body. Phantom power travels down the XLR cable, so a studio desk or Zoom-style recorder runs it with no battery at all. The AA option matters when you plug into a camera adapter or a basic recorder. Keep a spare AA battery in your bag for long shoots, and remove the battery when the microphone sits unused for weeks.
How does the BOYA BY-BM6060 cope with power cuts and humid weather in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-BM6060 keeps recording through KPLC power cuts when you power it from an AA battery or a battery-run recorder instead of mains phantom power. That makes it dependable for outdoor weddings, funerals and rallies far from a socket. In coastal humidity around Mombasa, store it in a sealed bag with silica gel after each shoot. The furry windshield helps on breezy days in Nakuru or Naivasha, and the foam cover keeps dust off the capsule during rural field work.
Is the BOYA BY-BM6060 good for church livestreams and podcasts?
Yes, the BOYA BY-BM6060 suits church livestreams and two-person podcasts when you point it at the speaker from a stand or boom. Its supercardioid pattern rejects much of the congregation noise and fan hum from the sides. For a pulpit, mount it just above the speaker and out of shot. Connect it to the church mixer's XLR input and switch on phantom power. Podcasters with one microphone per person get cleaner separation than a single room microphone can give.
How do I mount the BOYA BY-BM6060 on a camera or boom pole?
The BOYA BY-BM6060 ships with a shock mount that has a cold-shoe foot and a standard 1/4-inch thread underneath. Slide the foot into your camera's shoe, or screw the thread onto a boom pole, light stand or tripod. The rubber bands in the mount absorb handling noise when the operator moves. Point the front of the microphone at the speaker's mouth. Keep it close but outside the frame, since distance is the main cause of thin, echoey dialogue.
Who should buy the BOYA BY-BM6060, and who should skip it?
Buy the BOYA BY-BM6060 if you film interviews, weddings, documentaries or church services and own a recorder, mixer or interface with XLR inputs. University film students at Kenyatta University or JKUAT also get a professional-style microphone at a fair price. Skip it if you only record on a phone or a camera with a 3.5mm socket and want no adapters; the BOYA BY-VM600 suits that setup. Skip it too for singing in a studio, where a large-diaphragm condenser microphone fits better.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Sound
- Condenser capsule — picks up fine detail in speech, so voices sound clear and natural rather than flat.
- Supercardioid polar pattern — listens mainly forward and rejects much of the sound from the sides of the microphone.
- Frequency response of 60Hz to 20kHz — covers the full range of the human voice with room to spare.
- Sensitivity of -36dB, plus or minus 3dB — a healthy signal level, so recorders need less gain and add less hiss.
- Signal-to-noise ratio of 80dB — low self-noise, so quiet pauses in an interview stay quiet.
- Output impedance of 200 ohms — a standard professional value that matches mixers, recorders and audio interfaces.
- Narrow pickup in front — lets you work in noisy halls and streets without the crowd drowning the speaker.
- Side and rear rejection — fans, air conditioners and passing traffic sound quieter than they do on a camera microphone.
Power and Controls
- Runs on 24-48V phantom power — the mixer or recorder powers it through the XLR cable, with no battery needed.
- Also runs on one 1.5V AA battery — keeps you recording on camera adapters and during power cuts.
- Switchable 150Hz low-cut filter — removes traffic rumble, wind thumps and generator hum below the voice range.
- Low-noise circuit design — the electronics add little hiss of their own to recordings.
- Simple battery compartment — swap the AA cell in seconds on location without tools.
- Phantom power range of 24 to 48 volts — works with entry-level recorders as well as full studio mixing desks.
- No menus or apps to set up — plug in, set the filter switch and start recording.
Compatibility and Connections
- 3-pin XLR output — plugs into mixers, field recorders, audio interfaces and XLR-equipped video cameras.
- Works with DSLR and mirrorless cameras through an XLR-to-3.5mm cable or an XLR adapter, sold separately.
- Connects to laptops and phones through a USB audio interface with an XLR input and phantom power.
- Cold-shoe foot on the shock mount — slides onto most camera shoes and many camera cages.
- 1/4-inch thread on the mount — screws onto boom poles, light stands, tripods and microphone arms.
- Balanced XLR signal — resists interference over long cable runs from a stage to the mixing desk.
- Suits church, school and conference sound systems that already use XLR stage cables and stage boxes.
Build and Durability
- Aluminium alloy body — light and solid, and it resists knocks during handheld and boom use.
- Length of 280mm with a 22mm diameter — long enough to focus sound, short enough to hide from shots.
- Weight of 129g — light enough for a camera shoe or a long day on a boom pole.
- Shock mount with rubber suspension — cuts the thumps and rustle from handling and camera movement.
- Black finish — stays discreet on stage, at weddings and in church settings.
- Solid metal XLR socket — holds the cable firmly and survives repeated plugging over many shoots.
Inclusions and Accessories
- Foam windscreen — the first line of defence against breath, light wind and dust on the capsule.
- Furry windshield — for outdoor shoots in breezy conditions, where foam alone is not enough.
- Shock mount with spare rubber bands — replace a worn band in seconds rather than buying a new mount.
- Optional BOYA BY-WS1000 windshield and suspension system — a full blimp kit for heavy wind, sold separately.
- XLR cable not listed in the box — buy one sized to your setup at Mascom International.
Package Contents
The BOYA BY-BM6060 comes sealed in its retail box with the microphone, a shock mount with a cold-shoe foot, a foam windscreen, a furry windshield and spare rubber bands for the mount. An XLR cable, AA battery and camera adapter are not listed in the box, so check your setup before you collect. Mascom International stocks XLR cables, boom poles and adapters, so you can leave with a complete kit ready for your first shoot.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the BOYA BY-BM6060 with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. This covers the capsule, circuitry, filter switch and XLR connector, and you keep your receipt as proof of purchase. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Where to Buy the BOYA BY-BM6060 in Kenya
The BOYA BY-BM6060 is in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your camera or recorder and test the microphone before you pay. It comes in black.
To check stock, ask about adapters or place an order, reach us here:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, and other major cities and towns such as Kisumu, Eldoret, Nyeri and Kakamega receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is backed by the 6-month warranty above. We give honest specifications and accurate pricing, and our team stays reachable after the sale if you need help setting up your sound.
