Mascom International stocks the BOYA BY-DM200 at KSh 6,000, a Lightning plug-in microphone for iPhone and iPad models that still use Apple's Lightning port. The BOYA BY-DM200 is Apple MFi certified and carries two built-in condenser capsules, a 24-bit, 96 kHz converter and an 80 dB signal-to-noise ratio inside a 67 by 38 by 38 mm body. Each unit is brand new and sealed. You can test the BOYA BY-DM200 on your own iPhone at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for journalists, pastors, lecturers and estate agents who already carry a Lightning iPhone, the BOYA BY-DM200 handles the jobs a built-in microphone struggles with. Record a sermon in a hall full of echo, a client interview in a busy Westlands cafe, or a property tour in Karen, and the phone's own mic picks up the room as much as the speaker. The BOYA BY-DM200 sits closer to the voice and converts sound to digital before it reaches the phone. It needs no battery, so it works whenever your iPhone or iPad has charge, and the clip you record is ready to edit or share on WhatsApp within minutes.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell uncertified Lightning accessories, Mascom International stocks the MFi-certified BOYA BY-DM200 with a written warranty and a walk-in service desk. Buyers throughout Kenya report that it gives older iPhones a second life as recording tools, which saves them buying a new phone just for better audio. If your iPhone still charges through Lightning, this is a direct way to lift your recordings. Visit us on Kimathi Street to try it with your own phone, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery to your door anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the BOYA BY-DM200
What is the BOYA BY-DM200 price in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-DM200 is priced at KSh 6,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, as a genuine, unused unit. The price covers the microphone, a 6-month warranty handled at our Kimathi Street service desk, and pay-on-arrival delivery to every county in Kenya. You inspect it before you pay. The BOYA BY-DM100, its USB-C sibling for Android phones, sells at the same price, while the BOYA BY-MM1 cable microphone costs KSh 500 less at KSh 5,500. Nothing else is needed to start recording, since it runs on your iPhone's own power.
Should I buy the BOYA BY-DM200 or the BOYA BY-DM100?
The BOYA BY-DM200 is for Lightning iPhones and iPads, while the BOYA BY-DM100 uses USB-C and is designed for Android phones. Both share a 24-bit, 96 kHz converter, an 80 dB signal-to-noise ratio and the same 67 by 38 by 38 mm size. The BOYA BY-DM200 adds Apple MFi certification, and the BOYA BY-DM100 arranges its two capsules for X/Y stereo. Sound quality on paper is close, so let your port decide: Lightning means the BOYA BY-DM200, and USB-C on Android means the BOYA BY-DM100.
Which iPhone and iPad models work with the BOYA BY-DM200?
The BOYA BY-DM200 works with Apple devices that have a Lightning port. BOYA's compatibility list names the iPhone 5 through iPhone X, including the iPhone SE, 7 and 8 families, plus the iPad Air, iPad mini, iPad Pro and the 2017 iPad. Later iPhones up to the iPhone 14 series also use Lightning. If your model is not on the list, bring it to Mascom International on Kimathi Street and test the BOYA BY-DM200 before you pay. Our staff will check that your iOS camera or recorder app picks up the external input.
Will the BOYA BY-DM200 fit an iPhone 15, 16 or 17?
The BOYA BY-DM200 does not fit the iPhone 15, 16 or 17, because Apple moved those models to a USB-C port. The same applies to iPads that charge over USB-C. For those devices, a USB-C microphone is the right type, though the BOYA BY-DM100 is designed for Android, so check compatibility with our team before you buy it. Send your exact iPhone model to us on WhatsApp and we will tell you which BOYA options will work.
How does the BOYA BY-DM200 handle noisy streets and matatu stages in Nairobi?
The BOYA BY-DM200 uses a cardioid pattern, so it favours sound from the front and pushes back much of the noise from behind the phone. On a loud stage near Tom Mboya Street, point the bottom of the phone at the speaker and keep it within arm's length. Wind will still reach the capsules outdoors, so turn your back to the breeze. Because it has no battery, a KPLC outage during a shoot only matters if your phone runs low, so carry a charged power bank for the trip home.
Who is the BOYA BY-DM200 right for, and who should look elsewhere?
The BOYA BY-DM200 is right for anyone with a Lightning iPhone or iPad who records interviews, sermons, lessons or voice-overs and wants cleaner audio without extra cables. Pastors, reporters, tutors and online sellers who post product videos from Gikomba or Toi Market get daily use from it. Look elsewhere if your iPhone uses USB-C, if you film on a camera, or if the speaker stands far away; a cable microphone such as the BOYA BY-MM1 suits camera work better.
What does Apple MFi certification mean for the BOYA BY-DM200?
MFi stands for Made for iPhone and iPad, Apple's licensing programme for accessories that connect through its ports. The BOYA BY-DM200 carries that certification, which means it uses an Apple-approved Lightning connector built to work with iOS. In practice, certified accessories are far less likely to trigger the accessory not supported warning that cheap uncertified mics often show after an update. For anyone relying on the microphone for paid work, that reliability matters more than a lower sticker price.
Can lecturers and students record classes with the BOYA BY-DM200?
The BOYA BY-DM200 is a practical way for lecturers and students to record classes on a Lightning iPhone or iPad. Place the device at the front desk facing the speaker, and the cardioid pickup keeps the voice ahead of chair scrapes and corridor noise. Students at Strathmore and USIU use recordings like these for revision and transcription. Charge fully first, because the microphone occupies the Lightning port and the device cannot charge during a long lecture.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Sound Pickup
- Lightning plug-in design — connects straight into the iPhone or iPad port with no cable, clip or stand.
- Two built-in condenser capsules — condenser elements capture the fine detail of speech that phone mics flatten.
- Cardioid pickup pattern — it hears mostly what is in front and reduces sound arriving from behind the device.
- Digital microphone — the BOYA BY-DM200 converts sound itself, so the iPhone receives a ready digital signal.
- Powered by the device — no battery to buy, charge or replace, and nothing to switch on before recording.
- Voice-focused use — interviews, sermons, lessons, podcasts and video narration are the jobs it is built around.
Audio Quality and Conversion
- 24-bit, 96 kHz converter — records with more detail and more headroom than the 16-bit standard used for music CDs.
- 80 dB signal-to-noise ratio — the speaker's voice stays well above the microphone's own background hiss.
- Sensitivity of -38 dB plus or minus 3 dB — a measure of how strongly it responds, suited to speech at close range.
- Digital path from capsule to port — no analogue cable, so less risk of hum, buzz or crackle.
- Close-range speech is its strength — keep the speaker within arm's length for the clearest result in a busy room.
- App choice matters — a recorder app that saves high-quality files keeps more of what the microphone captures.
Compatibility and Device Support
- Lightning connector — fits iPhones and iPads that still charge through Apple's Lightning port.
- Apple MFi certified — MFi means Apple approved the connector, so iOS recognises it as a supported accessory.
- iPhones named by BOYA — iPhone 5, 5c, 5s, SE, 6, 6s, 7 and 8 families and iPhone X.
- iPads named by BOYA — iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad mini through mini 4, iPad Pro and the 2017 iPad.
- iPod support — BOYA also lists the iPod touch 5 and 6 and the seventh-generation iPod nano.
- Not for USB-C models — iPhone 15 and later, and USB-C iPads, need a USB-C microphone instead.
- Later Lightning iPhones — models up to the iPhone 14 series share the same port; test yours in store to confirm.
Build and Handling
- Compact 67 x 38 x 38 mm body — slips into a shirt pocket, handbag or laptop sleeve.
- Mounts at the base of the device — the camera, screen and side buttons stay free while you film.
- No cable between microphone and phone — nothing to tangle or snag when you move between rooms.
- No battery compartment — fewer parts to fail and no leaking cells after months in a drawer.
- Rides on the device during filming — hold the iPhone firmly so the plug is never levered in the port.
- Pocket storage between shoots — keep it in a soft pouch or case so dust and keys stay away from the capsules.
Inclusions, Power and Setup
- BOYA BY-DM200 microphone — the main unit, ready to plug in as soon as the box is open.
- No separate charger needed — the microphone draws all its power from the iPhone or iPad.
- No drivers to install — iOS recognises the MFi accessory once it is connected.
- Works with recorder and video apps — most iOS apps that accept an external microphone will use it once plugged in.
- Charging port is occupied — start long sessions with a full battery or keep a power bank nearby.
- Quick test before every shoot — record a few seconds and play it back on headphones to confirm the input.
Package Contents
The BOYA BY-DM200 box holds the microphone, ready to plug into your iPhone or iPad. There is no cable, battery or charger to unpack, because the Lightning plug is built into the microphone and power comes from your device. The box stays sealed as BOYA packed it until you open it. If you want to know about any extras before ordering, or need a power bank for long recording days, ask our team at Mascom International on WhatsApp.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the BOYA BY-DM200 with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Bring the microphone and your receipt to our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, and our team will handle the claim.
Buying the BOYA BY-DM200 from Mascom International
You can buy the BOYA BY-DM200 at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your iPhone or iPad, plug the microphone in and listen to a test recording before you decide. It is finished in black; confirm current stock with us on WhatsApp.
To order or ask a question, use any of these channels:
- 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 Nyeri, Thika, Machakos, Kakamega and other major towns receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your microphone is backed by the 6-month warranty above. Mascom International keeps to honest specifications, accurate pricing and after-sales support you can reach in person.
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