Lavalier Mic 2-Pack Review: Hide Your Wireless Mic Under a Shirt
Part of The Remote Work Travel Guide: Set Up an Office Anywhere
What we liked
- Two lavs in a pack
- Hidden placement for cleaner shots
- Omnidirectional, forgiving placement
What we didn't
- Only for transmitters with a 3.5mm input
- Clothing rustle if badly placed
- Basic build
Quick take
These are wired lavalier mics with 3.5mm plugs designed for wireless transmitters like the DJI Mic 2 and Rode Wireless Pro. The tiny capsule clips under a collar while the transmitter goes in a pocket.
Where to buy: Lavalier Microphone 2-Pack for DJI Mic 2 and Rode Wireless Pro on Amazon (typically about $15 to $25).
My take
I bought this pack to use one lav plugged into my DJ controller, the FLX4, as a microphone, with a couple of adapters. I’m still testing it and will update this post with how it goes.
What it is
Each lav is omnidirectional, so it picks up the voice from any angle, with foam windscreens and clips. They plug into the transmitter’s mic input and the transmitter switches to the external mic automatically.
Where it fits on the road
Interview-style clips look cleaner without a mic on someone’s chest. Run a lav under a shirt, tuck the transmitter in a pocket and you get the same audio without the visual clutter. One catch: the compact DJI Mic Mini has no 3.5mm input, so these suit the Mic 2 and Rode systems.
“I’m testing one as a mic plugged straight into my controller. I’ll report back.”
Reggie R.
How it compares
- Rode Lavalier GO. Higher quality and well matched to Rode systems; pricier.
- DJI Lavalier Mic. Official option for DJI Mic 2; costs more.
- Clip-on transmitter alone. Simpler, but visible on camera.
Placing a lav so it doesn’t rustle
Fabric noise ruins lav audio. Tape a small loop of cable under the clip, avoid stiff jackets, and test before recording. For lighting the interview, add an ALTSON selfie light or an RGB light.
Price and value
Expect to pay about $15 to $25, though prices on Amazon move often, so check the current listing before buying. Good value if it fits your needs: inexpensive and useful, as long as your transmitter takes it.
How I scored it
The 4.0-out-of-5 score is led by my own recorded thoughts, checked against what buyers report across retailers, weighed on value, build quality and how well it fits a travel and remote-work life. Read the full method on the editorial policy page.
3 tips to get the most out of it
- Make a strain-relief loop under the clip. It stops cable movement reaching the capsule.
- Use the furry windscreen outdoors. Foam alone isn’t enough in wind.
- Record ten seconds of test audio first. Rustle shows up immediately on playback.
FAQ
Does it work with DJI Mic Mini?
No, the Mini has no 3.5mm mic input.
Does it work with DJI Mic 2?
Yes, that’s what it’s designed for.
Can I plug it into a phone?
Only with a TRRS adapter; it’s designed for transmitters.
Who it’s for (and who should skip it)
Good for DJI Mic 2 and Rode Wireless Pro owners filming interviews. Skip it if you use the Mic Mini. Planning more than this one purchase? Start with the Remote Work Travel Guide for the full portable office setup.
Bottom line
Inexpensive and useful, as long as your transmitter takes it.
Our experience, in combination with what others say.
