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BOYA BY-PM700SP | Four Polar Patterns | 24-bit 48kHz | Lightning USB-C and USB-A Cables

A metal desk condenser that records solo voices, interviews and group talks from one folding stand.


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BOYA BY-PM700SP is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 20,500, brand new and sealed. The BOYA BY-PM700SP is a USB condenser microphone with three capsules inside and four switchable pickup patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional, bi-directional and stereo. It records at 24-bit and 48kHz, the standard used for video soundtracks, and it ships with Lightning, USB-C and USB-A cables, so one mic serves an iPhone, an Android phone and a computer. The all-metal body sits on a folding desk stand. You can see and test it at our shop in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.

Built for podcasters, journalists, content creators and university lecturers across Kenya, the BOYA BY-PM700SP solves a common problem: one microphone that has to cover three separate jobs. A solo voice-over needs tight pickup that ignores the fan and the street outside. A two-person interview needs sound from both sides of the table. A small panel discussion needs the whole room. Instead of buying three mics, you switch patterns on the BOYA BY-PM700SP. Customers across Nairobi tell us they use the bi-directional setting for face-to-face interviews in Kilimani home studios and the cardioid setting for YouTube narration recorded straight to a phone.

Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell opened mics with missing cables, Mascom International hands over the BOYA BY-PM700SP sealed, with all three cables and a 6-month warranty. Compared with a single-pattern USB mic, you pay more, but you skip a second purchase the first time a guest joins the show. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the metal build and weighty base keep the mic steady on busy desks. Walk in Monday through Saturday to hear the patterns side by side, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery. Nairobi orders arrive the same day, and other major towns receive theirs the next business day.

Common Questions About the BOYA BY-PM700SP

How much is the BOYA BY-PM700SP in Kenya?
The BOYA BY-PM700SP costs KSh 20,500 in sealed retail packaging at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD. That price covers the microphone, its folding metal stand and three cables: Lightning, USB-C and USB-A. It also includes a 6-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. Among the BOYA desk mics we stock, the BOYA BY-PM740 sells for KSh 15,000, which is KSh 5,500 less, and the BOYA BY-PM300 sells for KSh 8,700, which is KSh 11,800 less.

What do the four polar patterns on the BOYA BY-PM700SP actually do?
The BOYA BY-PM700SP lets you choose how wide an area the mic listens to. Cardioid picks up the person directly in front and rejects sound from behind, the right choice for voice-overs and solo podcasts. Bi-directional hears the front and back equally, so two people facing each other across a table share one mic. Omnidirectional hears all around, useful for a round-table meeting. Stereo records left and right separately, which suits acoustic music and ambient sound such as a church choir rehearsal.

Should I buy the BOYA BY-PM700SP or the BOYA BY-PM740?
Pick the BOYA BY-PM700SP if you record at one desk and want phone and computer cables in the box; pick the BOYA BY-PM740 if you want to move around while you talk. Both offer four polar patterns. The BOYA BY-PM740 adds 2.4GHz wireless through a USB-A receiver, up to 10 metres of range, a noise-reduction button and up to six hours on its battery. The BOYA BY-PM700SP answers with an all-metal body, a heavy folding stand and a Lightning cable for older iPhones, for KSh 5,500 more.

Will the BOYA BY-PM700SP keep working during a KPLC power cut?
Yes, as long as the device it is plugged into stays on, because the BOYA BY-PM700SP takes its power from the USB cable and needs no wall socket. It draws about 150mA at 5V, a small load for a laptop battery or a phone. During a KPLC outage, a charged laptop or smartphone keeps the recording session going without a break. For long phone recordings, start with a full charge, since the mic shares the phone's battery for as long as it is connected.

Can I use the BOYA BY-PM700SP with an iPhone or Android phone for live streams?
Yes, the BOYA BY-PM700SP connects to older iPhones through the included Lightning cable, and to Android phones and iPhone 15 or later through the USB-C cable, with no drivers needed. That makes it a good fit for TikTok Live, Instagram Reels and product videos for an online shop streamed over Safaricom data. Plug wired earphones into the 3.5mm jack to hear yourself live, and set the gain low before you start so a loud laugh does not distort.

Is the BOYA BY-PM700SP good for journalists recording interviews?
The BOYA BY-PM700SP suits interview work because its bi-directional pattern captures two people seated face to face with one microphone. Journalists recording sit-down conversations, and podcasters with one regular guest, avoid buying and syncing two mics. The 80dB signal-to-noise ratio means the mic adds little hiss of its own, so quiet speakers stay clean. For a three- or four-person panel, switch to omnidirectional and place the mic at the centre of the table. It always needs a phone or computer to record.

Who should buy the BOYA BY-PM700SP and who should skip it?
Buy the BOYA BY-PM700SP if you record interviews, panels or music as well as solo voice, and want one mic for phones and computers. Skip it if you only speak on Zoom or Google Meet from a laptop, because you would pay for patterns you never use; the BOYA BY-PM300 at KSh 8,700 covers that job with a single cardioid pattern. Skip it too if you carry gear daily on a matatu, since it weighs about 1kg. Anyone who needs to roam while talking should choose the BOYA BY-PM740.

Does the BOYA BY-PM700SP need drivers on a Windows PC or Mac?
No, BOYA states the BOYA BY-PM700SP needs no drivers, so you plug it into a USB port and it is ready within seconds. Select it as the input device in Zoom, OBS Studio, Audacity or your editing app and start recording. The included USB-A cable fits standard desktop ports, while the USB-C cable suits newer laptops and MacBooks. Our staff at Mascom International will connect it to your own laptop in the shop, so you leave knowing it works with your setup.

Technical Specifications

Core Function and Audio Hardware
  • Triple-capsule condenser design — three sound elements inside one body make the four switchable pickup patterns possible.
  • Four polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional, bi-directional and stereo — one mic for solo, room, interview and music recordings.
  • 14mm pre-polarised condenser capsules — pre-polarised means the capsule holds its own charge, so USB power alone runs it.
  • 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response — covers the full range of human hearing, from deep male voices to bright percussion.
  • 24-bit 48kHz recording — the resolution video editors expect, so audio drops into YouTube and Premiere timelines without conversion.
  • Sensitivity of -45dB plus or minus 3dB, with an 80dB signal-to-noise ratio — normal speech registers well while the mic adds little hiss.

Controls and Monitoring
  • Microphone gain control — sets how loudly the mic hears you; lower it for loud voices and raise it for soft speakers.
  • Master volume control — adjusts how loud the monitoring signal plays in your headphones without changing the recording level.
  • Mute control — silences the mic at once for a cough, a phone call or an interruption during a live stream.
  • 3.5mm headphone jack — plug in any wired earphones and hear yourself with no delay while you record or stream.
  • No driver installation — BOYA designed it to be recognised straight away by computers, phones and tablets on iOS and Android.
  • Live monitoring through the headphone output — you catch a rustling collar or a buzzing fan during the take, not afterwards in the edit.

Compatibility
  • Apple MFi-certified Lightning cable — MFi means Apple approved the cable, so Lightning iPhones and iPads accept it without warning messages.
  • USB Type-C cable — connects to Android phones, iPhone 15 and later, newer iPads and USB-C laptops, including MacBooks.
  • USB Type-A cable — fits the standard rectangular USB port found on most Windows desktops and older laptops in offices.
  • iOS, Android and computer support — one mic covers a phone shoot in the morning and a laptop edit at night.
  • Power draw of 5V at 150mA — a light load, so a phone or laptop can run the mic on battery alone.

Build and Stand
  • All-metal construction — handles knocks on shared desks and in a backpack better than a plastic microphone body would.
  • Folding desk stand — collapses flat for storage and transport, then stands back up for the next session in seconds.
  • Height from 200mm folded to 295mm extended — raise the capsule closer to mouth level without stacking books under the base.
  • Footprint of 112mm by 108mm — small enough to sit beside a laptop on a compact home-office or bedroom desk.
  • Weight of 1,042g — the heavy base keeps the mic from tipping over when someone brushes the cable or the desk.

Inclusions
  • BOYA BY-PM700SP microphone fitted to its folding stand — ready to record within a minute of opening the box.
  • Lightning cable — for iPhones and iPads that still use Apple's older charging port, so no adapter is needed.
  • USB Type-C cable — for Android phones, current iPhones and USB-C laptops, the most common port on new devices.
  • USB Type-A cable — for desktop computers and older laptops that only carry the full-size rectangular USB socket.
  • 1-metre cable length — enough to reach from the mic to a laptop or a phone on a tripod beside it.

Package Contents

Every BOYA BY-PM700SP from Mascom International arrives sealed in its retail box, with the microphone fitted to its folding metal stand and three cables packed alongside: an Apple MFi-certified Lightning cable, a USB Type-C cable and a USB Type-A cable. That set lets you record on an iPhone, an Android phone or a computer from the first day without buying an adapter. Headphones, a pop filter and a boom arm are not in the box; our staff can suggest compatible add-ons when you visit.

Warranty

Mascom International backs the BOYA BY-PM700SP with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use, including faults in the capsules, the controls, the headphone jack and the USB connection. Warranty claims are handled at our service desk in the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, where our team inspects the microphone in person.

Where to Buy the BOYA BY-PM700SP in Kenya

The BOYA BY-PM700SP is available 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 phone or laptop and try all four patterns with your own voice before you pay. The mic comes in black; confirm the finish in stock with us on WhatsApp before you travel.

Reach our team directly on any of these:
  • Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
  • Email: info@mascomintl.com
  • Website: www.mascomintl.com

We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and other major cities and towns such as Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru and Eldoret receive theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.

Your purchase is backed by the 6-month warranty above.

At Mascom International you get honest specifications, accurate pricing and a service desk that keeps answering long after the sale.

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