BOYA BY-MM1 Universal Cardioid Microphone is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 5,500, available at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The BOYA BY-MM1 carries an electret condenser capsule with a cardioid pickup pattern, a 35Hz to 18kHz frequency response, -42dB sensitivity, and a 76dB signal-to-noise ratio inside an 86-gram metal body measuring 22mm by 81mm. The BOYA BY-MM1 connects through a 3.5mm jack and ships with both a TRS cable for cameras and a TRRS cable for smartphones, removing the need for any external power supply or battery.
Built for content creators, YouTubers, vloggers, podcasters, journalists, interview producers, real estate agents recording property walkthroughs, and university students producing class projects across Kenya, the BOYA BY-MM1 addresses the audio quality gap between built-in phone microphones and dedicated recording gear. Most Kenyan creators starting on Instagram Reels, TikTok, or YouTube discover that picture quality alone does not retain viewers. Audio that picks up matatu noise, market chatter, and wind from Nairobi's afternoon breezes drives audiences away within seconds. The BOYA BY-MM1 sits directly on a camera shoe or clamps onto a phone rig, focusing pickup on the speaker's voice while rejecting side and rear noise.
At Mascom International, we're seeing weekly demand from creators upgrading from built-in audio to their first external microphone. The BOYA BY-MM1 has become the default starter pick across Nairobi's growing creator community because the KSh 5,500 entry point sits well below the KSh 12,000 to KSh 18,000 cost of comparable shotgun mics like the Rode VideoMicro or VideoMic Go. Users consistently report a clear jump in dialogue clarity the first time they record with it. Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya, Mascom International stocks the BOYA BY-MM1 with both audio cables, the furry windshield, the shock mount, and the carry pouch verified in the box before shipping.
What is the BOYA BY-MM1 microphone used for?
The BOYA BY-MM1 is a directional on-camera microphone built to upgrade voice recording on phones, DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, camcorders, audio recorders, tablets, and laptops. The cardioid pickup pattern means the microphone captures sound from the front while rejecting noise from the sides and back, which is exactly the behaviour you want for interviews, vlogs, voiceovers, product reviews, and walk-and-talk content. Kenyan creators use the BOYA BY-MM1 for YouTube videos shot in Karura Forest, podcasts recorded in home studios across Kilimani and Lavington, real estate property tours filmed in Runda and Karen, journalism field interviews in Kibera and Mathare, and small-scale documentary work for NGOs operating in Turkana and Marsabit.
How does the BOYA BY-MM1 connect to a phone or camera?
The BOYA BY-MM1 connects through a 3.5mm headphone jack using one of two included cables. For DSLR and mirrorless cameras like the Canon EOS 90D, Nikon Z50, or Sony A6400, you use the 3.5mm TRS cable that plugs into the camera's microphone input. For Android phones with a headphone jack and for older iPhones, you use the 3.5mm TRRS cable. For iPhones from the iPhone 7 onward and modern Android phones without a 3.5mm port, you need a separate Lightning-to-3.5mm or USB-C-to-3.5mm adapter. Mascom International stocks both adapter types alongside the BOYA BY-MM1 for customers who need a complete phone-recording setup in one purchase.
Does the BOYA BY-MM1 need batteries?
No. The BOYA BY-MM1 draws no battery and uses no internal cell. The microphone runs on plug-in-power supplied through the 3.5mm jack from the connected camera or phone, which means there is nothing to charge before a shoot, nothing to replace mid-recording, and nothing to fail when you forget to swap a battery. Plug it in, hit record, and start working. This matters in Kenya where field shoots in places like Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara, or remote county capitals can run for hours without convenient power access. The BOYA BY-MM1 keeps recording as long as your camera or phone has charge.
How much does the BOYA BY-MM1 cost in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-MM1 sells for KSh 5,500 at Mascom International, which sits at the lower end of the dedicated external microphone market in Kenya. By comparison, the Rode VideoMicro typically retails between KSh 12,000 and KSh 14,000, the Rode VideoMic Go II runs KSh 18,000 to KSh 22,000, and wireless lavalier kits like the DJI Mic 2 start above KSh 35,000. The BOYA BY-MM1 gives entry-level creators a working external mic at roughly a third of the price of its closest branded competitor, which is why it dominates the budget content creator segment across Kenyan retail.
How does the BOYA BY-MM1 compare to a phone's built-in microphone?
The BOYA BY-MM1 produces noticeably cleaner dialogue, less background noise, and stronger forward focus than any phone's internal microphone. Phone mics are omnidirectional by design, which means they pick up sound equally from every direction including traffic, wind, room reverb, and the operator's hand noise. The BOYA BY-MM1 cardioid capsule rejects side and rear sounds by 6dB to 12dB depending on angle, which translates to a much cleaner voice track in environments like the Nairobi CBD, busy market locations, outdoor cafes, or office spaces with HVAC noise. Creators who switch from phone-only recording to the BOYA BY-MM1 report immediate improvements in viewer retention on YouTube and TikTok.
What is in the BOYA BY-MM1 retail box?
The BOYA BY-MM1 box contains the microphone unit, an integrated cold-shoe shock mount, a fur windshield (sometimes called a deadcat), a 3.5mm TRS to TRS audio cable for cameras, a 3.5mm TRS to TRRS audio cable for phones, a fabric carry pouch, and the user manual. The cold-shoe mount fits standard camera hot-shoe and cold-shoe brackets, smartphone rigs, and tripod-mounted phone holders without additional adapters. The fur windshield slips over the foam windscreen for outdoor recording in windy conditions, which matters during Kenya's June to September windy season and at coastal locations like Diani and Watamu.
Is the BOYA BY-MM1 good for podcasts and YouTube videos?
The BOYA BY-MM1 works well for entry-level podcasting and YouTube production where the speaker stays within 30cm to 60cm of the microphone. The cardioid pattern, the 35Hz to 18kHz frequency response, and the 76dB signal-to-noise ratio produce clear voice recording suitable for spoken content, interview formats, product reviews, and walk-and-talk vlogs. For studio-grade podcast production where multiple speakers sit around a desk, a USB condenser microphone like the BOYA BY-PM700 or a dynamic broadcast mic with a proper audio interface produces better results. The BOYA BY-MM1 fills the role of an affordable on-camera mic for solo creators and small two-person setups recording into a phone or camera.
How do I reduce wind noise with the BOYA BY-MM1?
Slip the included fur windshield over the foam pop filter before any outdoor recording. The dual-layer protection cuts wind noise by approximately 15dB to 25dB compared with the bare capsule, which makes the microphone usable in outdoor Kenyan locations where wind would otherwise rumble badly across a plain mic. For shoots near the coast, on rooftops in Westlands or Upper Hill, or in open-field locations like Hell's Gate or Crescent Island, the fur cover handles most wind without buzzing. In strong gusts above 25km/h, point the camera away from the wind direction and stay within 50cm of the subject for the cleanest dialogue capture.
Does the BOYA BY-MM1 work with iPhone and modern smartphones?
Yes, with the right adapter. The BOYA BY-MM1 ships with a 3.5mm TRRS cable that plugs directly into any phone with a 3.5mm headphone jack. For iPhone 7 and newer, you need an Apple Lightning-to-3.5mm headphone adapter to bridge the connection. For modern Android phones like the Samsung Galaxy S25, Google Pixel 9, or Tecno Camon 40 that have removed the 3.5mm jack, you need a USB-C-to-3.5mm adapter that supports microphone input rather than a headphone-only adapter. Mascom International stocks both Apple-certified Lightning adapters and USB-C audio adapters compatible with the BOYA BY-MM1 alongside the microphone itself.
Why choose the BOYA BY-MM1 from Mascom International?
Mascom International stocks the BOYA BY-MM1 as a complete kit with both audio cables, the shock mount, the foam windshield, the fur windshield, the carry pouch, and the user documentation verified before each unit ships. Some Kenyan retailers list the BOYA BY-MM1 at lower prices but ship without one of the cables or without the fur windshield, leaving the buyer unable to record on smartphones or in outdoor conditions. At Mascom International, every BOYA BY-MM1 includes the full retail package, a 12-month warranty backed by our Nairobi CBD service desk, and the option to test the microphone in-store with a phone or camera before paying.
Where to Buy the BOYA BY-MM1 in Kenya
BOYA BY-MM1 Universal Cardioid Microphone is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the BOYA BY-MM1 with your own phone or camera before purchase. Available colour: Black with metal mesh grille.
Order through any of the following:
• Phone: +254 708 852 521
• Email: info@mascomintl.com
• Website: www.mascomintl.com
Technical Specifications
Microphone Type
- Transducer: Electret condenser capsule for clear voice and instrument capture
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid for forward-focused pickup that rejects side and rear noise
Audio Performance
- Frequency Response: 35Hz to 18,000Hz (+/- 3dB) covering full vocal range and most acoustic content
- Sensitivity: -42dB +/- 1dB at 1kHz (0dB = 1V/Pa)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 76dB SPL, low enough for clean dialogue recording in quiet to moderate environments
Connectivity
- Output: 3.5mm jack
- Cables Included: 3.5mm TRS to TRS (camera input), 3.5mm TRS to TRRS (smartphone input)
- Plug-in Power: Drawn from connected device, no battery required
Physical Build
- Dimensions: 22mm diameter by 81mm length
- Weight: 86 grams
- Construction: Aluminium body with metal mesh capsule grille for travel durability
Mounting and Wind Protection
- Shock Mount: Cold-shoe compatible suspension mount that fits camera hot shoes, smartphone rigs, and standard 1/4-inch tripod brackets via adapter
- Foam Windshield: Pre-installed indoor pop filter
- Fur Windshield: Outdoor wind-noise cover for breezy Kenyan conditions
Compatible Devices
- DSLR cameras with 3.5mm mic input (Canon EOS, Nikon, most current models)
- Mirrorless cameras (Sony Alpha, Fuji X, Panasonic Lumix, Olympus OM)
- Camcorders with 3.5mm mic input
- Android smartphones with 3.5mm jack or USB-C adapter
- iPhones with Lightning-to-3.5mm adapter
- Tablets and laptops with 3.5mm headphone jack supporting microphone input
- Note: Not compatible with Canon EOS series that lack 3.5mm mic input
Package Contents
- BOYA BY-MM1 microphone unit with built-in cold-shoe shock mount
- Foam windshield (pre-installed pop filter)
- Fur windshield (outdoor wind cover)
- 3.5mm TRS to TRS audio cable for cameras and audio recorders
- 3.5mm TRS to TRRS audio cable for smartphones, tablets, and laptops
- Fabric carry pouch
- User manual and warranty documentation
12 Months Warranty
Mascom International ships the BOYA BY-MM1 across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery, which means you only pay when the BOYA BY-MM1 reaches you. Major cities including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive next-business-day delivery. Remote locations including Lodwar, Wajir, Mandera, and Marsabit receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The BOYA BY-MM1 ships with a 12-month manufacturer warranty backed by Mascom International's Nairobi CBD service desk. Customers throughout Kenya count on Mascom International for honest specifications, accurate pricing, and reliable warranty backing on every microphone, camera accessory, and content creation tool we stock.
