DESCRIPTION
The BOYA BY-BM3032 Supercardioid Camera-Mount Shotgun Microphone is a lightweight, compact condenser microphone designed to deliver improved sound quality for YouTube clips, interviews, vlogs, and other video applications with DSLR and mirrorless cameras.
The mic is constructed from ABS plastic and features an integrated shockmount to absorb noise-causing vibrations. The shockmount attaches directly to your camera's shoe mount and also features a 1/4-20 thread on the bottom to accommodate tripods and other mounting options. Two AA batteries power the mic for up to 30 hours.
The BY-BM3032 features a supercardioid polar pattern that focuses audio capture tightly in front of the microphone, picking up substantially less background sound than the omnidirectional mic built into the camera. The mic offers three gain settings (-10, 0, and +20 dB) so you can set the proper level for your camera model without overloading the input or sending too little signal and getting a lot of camera hiss. You also have the option to record the right channel at a -10 dB lower volume as a safety—in case the level in the main track clips.
The high-pass filter with two frequency settings allows you to filter out unwanted bottom end from air conditioning units and other low-frequency disruptors. Conversely, the +5 dB high-frequency boost option brightens the sound to compensate for upper frequencies lost when shooting outside with the supplied furry windscreen. A foam windscreen is also included for indoor recording. The BY-BM3032 has an attached 3.5mm TRS cable to connect to cameras, camcorders, and audio recorders.
ABS plastic construction
Shockmount absorbs vibrations and attaches to camera shoe, features 1/4-20 thread
Operates for up to 30 hours on two AA batteries
Supercardioid pickup pattern substantially reduces background sound
Three-setting gain control lets you set correct level for camera
High-pass filter with two frequency settings reduces low-end rumble
+5 dB high-end boost option compensates for loss when using furry windshield
Foam windshield and furry windshield included
SPECIFICATIONS
Form Factor
Camera-Mount
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Line Gradient
Capsule
Condenser
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Orientation
End Address
Pad
-10 dB
High-Pass Filter
75 Hz 150 Hz
Gain Adjustment
-10 dB Up to +20 dB
On-Board Controls
Gain/Sensitivity, High-Pass Filter, HF, On/Off
Windscreen
Foam, Windsock/Windjammer (Included)
