Mascom International stocks the BOYA BY-VM600 at KSh 6,500, a cardioid condenser on-camera microphone with a 3.5mm TRS output, brand new and sealed. It mounts on your camera's shoe, runs on one AA battery, and covers 35Hz to 18kHz with a 76dB signal-to-noise ratio. Two slider switches give you a low-cut filter and a +10dB boost, and a rubber shock absorber cuts handling noise. At 95g, the BOYA BY-VM600 barely adds weight to a camera. Visit Mascom International in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, to try the BOYA BY-VM600 on your camera.
Built for YouTubers, TikTok creators, university students, small business owners and event photographers across Kenya, the BOYA BY-VM600 fixes the thin, echoey sound of a camera's built-in microphone. Those tiny internal microphones pick up lens noise, your own breathing and everything around you. The cardioid pattern of the BOYA BY-VM600 favours sound in front of the lens, so the person you are filming comes through louder and clearer. It suits product videos for an online shop, short interviews, family events, church announcements and class projects, with no extra recorder or cables to learn. Plug it in, switch it on, and your next video already sounds cleaner on playback.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell unbranded clip-on microphones with no warranty, Mascom International offers the genuine BOYA BY-VM600 with after-sales support from a walk-in store. Buyers throughout Kenya report that a simple on-camera microphone makes their videos sound far more professional to clients and followers. If you later move to XLR recording, our team can show you the BOYA BY-BM6060 for comparison. Order on WhatsApp and pay on arrival, or walk in and pay with M-Pesa, and take it home the same day.
Common Questions About the BOYA BY-VM600
How much does the BOYA BY-VM600 cost in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-VM600 costs KSh 6,500 brand new and sealed at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. That price covers the microphone with its built-in shock absorber and foam windscreen, plus a 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects. The AA battery is not included, though any supermarket in Kenya sells one. Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties. It sits KSh 4,000 below the BOYA BY-BM6060, which needs XLR gear to run.
Should I spend more on the BOYA BY-BM6060 instead of the BOYA BY-VM600?
Stay with the BOYA BY-VM600 if you plug directly into a camera's 3.5mm microphone socket and want a simple setup. The BOYA BY-BM6060 costs KSh 10,500, KSh 4,000 more, and needs an XLR recorder, mixer or adapter. In return it gives a narrower supercardioid pickup and an 80dB signal-to-noise ratio, against 76dB here. Vloggers and small shops should start with the BOYA BY-VM600; wedding and documentary crews with XLR gear gain more from the BOYA BY-BM6060.
Can I use the BOYA BY-VM600 with my smartphone?
The BOYA BY-VM600 works with a smartphone only through an adapter, because its 3.5mm TRS plug is wired for cameras. Phones expect a TRRS connection, so you need a TRS-to-TRRS adapter for phones with a headphone jack. Newer phones with only USB-C or Lightning also need a matching audio adapter. Test the setup with your recording app before an important shoot. If you mostly film on a phone, a wireless lavalier kit may suit you better.
What do the low-cut and +10dB switches on the BOYA BY-VM600 do?
The low-cut switch on the BOYA BY-VM600 removes deep rumble such as traffic, wind and air conditioner hum. Turn it on outdoors, near busy roads or in rooms with fans running. The +10dB boost switch raises the microphone's output, so your camera can use a lower input gain. Lower camera gain means less hiss in quiet scenes, which matters on entry-level cameras with noisy preamps. A third slider turns the power on and off.
Which cameras work with the BOYA BY-VM600?
The BOYA BY-VM600 works with DSLR, mirrorless and video cameras that have a 3.5mm microphone input and a shoe on top. That covers many popular Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic and Fujifilm models sold in Kenya. Slide the cold-shoe foot into the camera's shoe and plug in the 3.5mm cable. Check that your exact camera has a microphone socket, because some entry-level models do not. Mascom International can test it on your camera at the store.
Does the BOYA BY-VM600 handle dust, heat and long days of filming in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-VM600 copes well with ordinary Kenyan filming conditions when you keep the foam windscreen on and store it in a dry bag. The foam cover keeps dust off the capsule on dirt roads and at outdoor events in Machakos or Narok. Avoid leaving it in a hot car at midday. Because it runs on a standard AA battery, you can buy a replacement at any duka or supermarket. Remove the battery when you store the microphone for weeks.
Is the BOYA BY-VM600 good for YouTube, TikTok and online shop videos?
Yes, the BOYA BY-VM600 suits YouTube talking-head videos, product demos and short social clips filmed on a camera. Place the camera close to the speaker, ideally within arm's length, because distance weakens any on-camera microphone. For shop owners in Nairobi's CBD selling on Instagram or Jiji, it gives clearer product explanations than a camera's built-in microphone. Students at the University of Nairobi and Moi University also use microphones like this for media coursework.
Who should buy the BOYA BY-VM600, and who should skip it?
Buy the BOYA BY-VM600 if you film on a DSLR or mirrorless camera, want better voice sound at a low price, and prefer one simple plug-in setup. Skip it if you record into a mixer or field recorder with XLR inputs; the BOYA BY-BM6060 suits that work. Skip it too if you film mainly on a phone, since adapters add hassle and a wireless clip-on microphone fits better. Studio singers should choose a dedicated studio condenser microphone.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Sound
- Condenser capsule — records speech with more detail and clarity than a camera's tiny built-in microphone.
- Cardioid polar pattern — picks up most strongly from the front, where the camera is pointing.
- Frequency response of 35Hz to 18kHz plus or minus 3dB — covers voices and most everyday sounds fully.
- Sensitivity of -38dB plus or minus 1dB — a steady output level that most cameras handle without strain.
- Signal-to-noise ratio of 76dB or more — keeps hiss low enough for vlogs, interviews and product videos.
- Directional design — your subject sounds closer while background chatter drops back in the mix.
Power and Controls
- Runs on one AA battery, not included — easy to replace anywhere in Kenya at low cost.
- Power on and off slider on the back — switch it off between takes to save the battery.
- Low-cut filter slider — trims traffic rumble, wind thumps and fan noise from outdoor recordings.
- +10dB boost slider — sends a stronger signal so the camera's noisy preamp can stay low.
- Simple controls with no menus — set the switches once and start filming.
- Switch positions visible on the body — check your settings at a glance before you press record.
Compatibility and Connections
- 3.5mm TRS output — plugs straight into the microphone socket on DSLR, mirrorless and video cameras.
- Works with many Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic and Fujifilm cameras that have a 3.5mm microphone input.
- Smartphones need a TRS-to-TRRS adapter, or a USB-C or Lightning audio adapter, sold separately.
- Laptops with a combined headset jack also need a TRS-to-TRRS adapter for correct wiring.
- Cold-shoe mount — slides onto the camera's shoe, a cage or a shoe extension bracket.
- No phantom power needed — the AA battery inside powers the capsule, so any camera input works.
Build and Durability
- Light build at 95g — keeps your camera balanced for handheld vlogging and long event coverage.
- Dimensions of 171 by 88.9 by 45.7mm — compact enough to stay out of the lens view.
- Built-in rubber shock absorber — reduces the knocks and clicks from handling and zoom rings.
- Black finish — looks tidy on any camera body and stays discreet at events.
- Cold-shoe base — quick to fit and remove between shoots without tools.
- Slider switches on the body — easy to reach while you hold the camera at eye level.
Inclusions and Accessories
- Foam windscreen — reduces breath noise, light wind and dust on outdoor shoots.
- Integrated shock mount — no separate suspension to assemble or lose in your bag.
- AA battery sold separately — buy a pack of spares before a long day of filming.
- Phone adapters sold separately — Mascom International can match one to your handset.
- Camera cages and shoe brackets sold separately — useful when the camera shoe already holds a light.
Package Contents
The BOYA BY-VM600 comes sealed in its retail box with the microphone and its built-in shock mount, a foam windscreen and the user manual. The AA battery is not included, so pick one up when you collect. Accessory sets can vary between batches, so confirm the full box contents on WhatsApp if you need a furry windscreen or pouch. Mascom International also stocks phone adapters and spare batteries.
Warranty
The BOYA BY-VM600 ships with a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. It covers the capsule, switches, internal circuit and cable connection; keep your receipt for any claim. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
Where to Buy the BOYA BY-VM600 in Kenya
The BOYA BY-VM600 is on our shelves 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 camera and record a test clip before you pay. It comes in black.
Have a question or ready to order? Get in touch:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
All 47 counties receive pay-on-arrival delivery. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, and major towns such as Kisumu, Nakuru, Kericho and Malindi get next-business-day delivery. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
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