BOYA BY-BM6060L is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 14,500, brand new and sealed. This is the long version of the BOYA shotgun line: a supercardioid condenser microphone with a 381mm interference tube and a 3-pin XLR output. The BOYA BY-BM6060L responds from 40Hz to 20kHz, has -32dB sensitivity and an 80dB signal-to-noise ratio, and runs on 24-48V phantom power or one AA battery. A switchable 150Hz low-cut filter sits on the body. Collect the BOYA BY-BM6060L from our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for documentary crews, wedding filmmakers, TV and YouTube production teams and theatre sound operators, the BOYA BY-BM6060L handles shots where the microphone must stay far from the speaker. Wide frames push a boom pole further back, and a short shotgun then picks up more of the room. The longer tube narrows the pickup further, so a voice several steps away still sounds present. The extra low-frequency reach also gives male voices, drums and stage speech more body, which suits drama productions and outdoor ceremonies across Kenya, from Nairobi gardens to lakeside venues in Kisumu.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops stock only on-camera microphones, Mascom International keeps the long BOYA BY-BM6060L beside the standard BOYA BY-BM6060, so you can hear both before choosing. At Mascom International, we're seeing more production houses in Westlands and Kilimani move from 3.5mm camera microphones to XLR booms for client work. Bring your recorder and test the BOYA BY-BM6060L at our counter. You can also order on WhatsApp, pay with Lipa na M-Pesa on arrival, and receive it the same day in Nairobi or the next business day in most major towns.
Common Questions About the BOYA BY-BM6060L
What is the BOYA BY-BM6060L price in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-BM6060L sells for KSh 14,500 brand new and sealed at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The box includes a shock mount and foam windscreen, and the microphone carries a 6-month warranty against manufacturing defects. You pay on arrival when we deliver anywhere in Kenya. The standard BOYA BY-BM6060 costs KSh 10,500, which is KSh 4,000 less. The extra money buys the longer tube, higher sensitivity and deeper bass response explained in the next answer.
Is the BOYA BY-BM6060L worth KSh 4,000 more than the BOYA BY-BM6060?
The BOYA BY-BM6060L is worth the extra KSh 4,000 if you often record from a distance or in wide shots. Its 381mm body is 101mm longer than the 280mm BOYA BY-BM6060, with -32dB sensitivity against -36dB and a 40Hz low end against 60Hz. It also weighs 171g against 129g. Choose the long model for documentaries, outdoor events and stage work. Choose the standard model for close interviews, camera-top use and tight indoor rooms.
Will the BOYA BY-BM6060L handle outdoor shoots in Kenyan wind, dust and rain?
The BOYA BY-BM6060L works well outdoors in Kenya once you protect it from wind and moisture. The foam windscreen handles light breeze and keeps Rift Valley dust off the capsule. For open fields in Nanyuki or lakeshore wind at Naivasha, add the BOYA BY-WS1000 windshield and suspension kit, sold separately. During the long rains, keep it under cover, because condenser microphones dislike water. The AA battery option keeps you recording far from mains power or during KPLC outages.
Is the BOYA BY-BM6060L too long to mount on a camera?
The BOYA BY-BM6060L fits a camera shoe, but at 381mm and 171g it is better suited to a boom pole or stand. On a small mirrorless camera, the front of the tube can reach into the edge of wide-angle shots. It also shifts the camera's balance forward on a gimbal. Most crews mount it on a boom held above the frame, or on a stand near a stage. For run-and-gun camera-top work, the shorter BOYA BY-BM6060 is the easier choice.
What equipment do I need to record with the BOYA BY-BM6060L?
To record with the BOYA BY-BM6060L you need any field recorder, mixer, audio interface or video camera with an XLR input. Switch on phantom power if your device offers it; otherwise fit an AA battery inside the microphone. You also need an XLR cable of the right length for your boom. For a laptop setup, a USB interface with phantom power works for voiceovers and podcasts. Mascom International stocks cables and boom poles to complete the kit.
Does the BOYA BY-BM6060L capture deep voices and low notes better?
Yes, the BOYA BY-BM6060L reaches down to 40Hz, deeper than the 60Hz floor of the standard model. That gives deep male voices, preachers and stage actors fuller, warmer tone on playback. It also records drums and bass instruments with more weight during live events. When low rumble becomes a problem, such as wind or a nearby generator, switch on the 150Hz low-cut filter. Leave the filter off indoors to keep the natural depth of the voice.
Can the BOYA BY-BM6060L record a full stage play or school drama?
The BOYA BY-BM6060L can cover one area of a stage at a time, because its supercardioid pattern listens in a narrow cone. For a play, place it at the front edge of the stage and aim it at the main acting area. Larger casts usually need two or more microphones spread across the stage. Schools and drama clubs in Nairobi and Eldoret often use one long shotgun for festival entries, then add a second for wide scenes.
Who should buy the BOYA BY-BM6060L, and who should pass on it?
Buy the BOYA BY-BM6060L if you shoot documentaries, outdoor weddings, theatre or TV-style productions with a boom operator and an XLR recorder. Film students at Strathmore University or USIU working on short films also benefit from its reach. Pass on it if you film mostly close interviews or vlogs from a camera top; the BOYA BY-BM6060 costs less and handles more easily. Pass on it too if your camera has only a 3.5mm input and you want no adapters.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Sound
- Condenser capsule — captures the small details of speech, so dialogue keeps its natural texture even when recorded from a distance.
- Supercardioid pattern with a long interference tube — focuses on the subject ahead and rejects more of the surrounding room.
- Frequency response of 40Hz to 20kHz — reaches deep voices and low instruments with fuller body.
- Sensitivity of -32dB, plus or minus 3dB — a stronger output signal, so distant voices need less gain.
- Signal-to-noise ratio of 80dB — the microphone's own hiss stays low beneath soft-spoken subjects.
- Output impedance of 200 ohms — matches standard professional recorders, mixers and interfaces.
Power and Controls
- Accepts 24-48V phantom power — your recorder or mixer powers it through the XLR cable.
- Runs on one 1.5V AA battery — use it with cameras and adapters that supply no phantom power.
- Switchable 150Hz low-cut filter — trims wind thumps, footsteps and machinery hum below speech.
- Quiet internal electronics — keeps background hiss down when you raise the gain for distant sound.
- Battery chamber inside the body — change the cell on set in seconds, with no tools needed.
- No software or pairing — the microphone works the moment it receives power.
Compatibility and Connections
- 3-pin XLR output — connects to field recorders, audio mixers, interfaces and professional camcorders.
- Balanced signal — keeps noise out of long cable runs from a boom or stage to the recorder.
- DSLR and mirrorless cameras need an XLR-to-3.5mm cable or XLR adapter, sold separately.
- Computers and phones connect through a USB audio interface with XLR input and phantom power.
- Shock mount with cold-shoe foot — sits on a camera shoe, cage or shoe adapter.
- 1/4-inch thread on the mount — attaches to boom poles, stands, tripods and studio arms.
Build and Handling
- Aluminium alloy body — strong and light for long days on a boom pole.
- Length of 381mm and 22mm diameter — the extra length gives a narrower, more focused pickup.
- Weight of 171g — still comfortable on a boom, though heavier than shorter shotgun microphones.
- Rubber-suspended shock mount — cuts handling noise when the boom operator moves or turns.
- Black finish — blends into stage backdrops and stays discreet at ceremonies.
- Rigid XLR socket — keeps the cable locked in place during movement.
- Slim tube profile — stays easy to aim precisely at a speaker's mouth from above the camera frame.
Inclusions and Accessories
- Foam windscreen — guards the capsule against breath, gentle breeze and dust.
- Shock mount with replacement rubber bands — keeps the suspension working after heavy use.
- BOYA BY-WS1000 windshield and suspension kit — recommended for strong wind, sold separately.
- XLR cable not listed in the box — Mascom International stocks cables in common lengths.
- Boom pole sold separately — pairs with the 1/4-inch thread for overhead recording.
- AA battery not listed in the box — keep two spare cells in your bag for full-day location shoots.
- Headphones for monitoring sold separately — always listen while recording to catch wind or cable noise early.
Package Contents
The BOYA BY-BM6060L arrives in a sealed retail box with the microphone, a shock mount with a cold-shoe foot, spare rubber bands and a foam windscreen. An XLR cable, AA battery and boom pole are not listed in the box. Contents can vary by batch, so confirm the windshield and accessories on WhatsApp before you collect. Mascom International sells cables, boom poles and the BOYA BY-WS1000 kit, so you can build a full location sound setup in one visit.
Warranty
The BOYA BY-BM6060L comes with a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Cover includes the capsule, internal electronics, filter switch and XLR connector; bring the unit and your receipt. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Buying the BOYA BY-BM6060L from Mascom International
You can pick up the BOYA BY-BM6060L at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Plug it into your own recorder at the counter and hear the difference before you buy. It is sold in black.
For stock checks, accessory advice or orders, contact us:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, while major towns such as Mombasa, Nakuru, Machakos and Thika receive them the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your microphone is covered by the 6-month warranty above. We stand by clear specifications, fair and accurate prices, and after-sales help whenever your setup needs attention.
