MAONO AU-100 Collar Auxiliary Mic for YouTube, Mobile Phone, Camera, Lavalier Clip on Omnidirectional Microphone, Plug and Play, with 6M Audio Cable, 3.5mm TRRS Plug and 6.35mm Adapter (Black)

## Maono AU-100 Collar Mic Review: One Year Later**Overall:** After using the Maono AU-100 collar mic for over a year, I can confidently say it's been a **reliable and worthwhile investment**. It's delivered **solid audio quality** for a variety of uses, from **vlogging and online meetings** to **podcasting and casual gaming**.**Here's what I've loved:*** **Crystal-clear audio:** The mic captures my voice **naturally and accurately**, even in noisy environments. The **omnidirectional pickup** is great for picking up conversations without needing perfect mic placement.* **Plug-and-play simplicity:** No fancy software or drivers needed! Just plug it into your phone, camera, or computer and you're good to go. This makes it super **convenient for on-the-go recording**.* **Comfortable and discreet:** The **lightweight design** makes it easy to forget you're even wearing it. The **small clip** keeps it securely attached to your shirt, and the **low profile** makes it blend in well.* **Durable build:** It's held up well to daily use, from bumps and knocks to occasional spills. The **long cable** gives you plenty of freedom to move around while recording.* **Great value for money:** For the price, the AU-100 offers **exceptional performance and features**. It's a **budget-friendly option** that doesn't skimp on quality.**Things to consider:*** **No wind protection:** The mic doesn't come with a built-in windscreen, so you might experience some wind noise if you're recording outdoors. A **separate windscreen** is a good investment if you plan on outdoor use.* **Limited controls:** The mic itself doesn't have any volume or mute controls, so you'll need to adjust those on your recording device.* **Not ideal for professional studio use:** While the AU-100 is great for everyday recording, it may not be the best choice for professional studio applications where higher-end mics offer more control and features.**Overall, the Maono AU-100 collar mic has been a fantastic addition to my recording setup. It's versatile, easy to use, and delivers clear audio quality at an affordable price. If you're looking for a reliable and convenient mic for everyday recording, I highly recommend it!****Tip:** Be sure to check online for user-created content like sound test videos to get a better sense of the mic's audio quality. I use it for meetings.I hope this review helps!

Good quality but no noise cancellation

The media could not be loaded. ✍ ABOUT THE PRODUCT:**************************************Inspired by the sound quality and value for money of my previous purchase of a maono AU U3 portable bluetooth speaker, Got it for a friend for studio recording puposes & here are my observations of the product.☝️ Packaging is quite simple with no attractive styrofoam cutouts or fancy colors.Even the outer pack is with minimal colors.Never mind , as far as the product quality is good, outer appearances dont matter much to me.👍 The pack contains :1.) A lavalier microphone with 6 meters of cable.2.) 2 button batteries where 1 battery is extra.3.) A 3.5 mm gold plated adapter for laptops & smartphones and a 6.5 mm adaptor for dslr cameras.4.) A metal clip to fix the condensor.5.) A wind muff .6.) A user instruction manual.7.) A small pouch to store the device.👍 The overall construction of the mic is very sturdy yet very light.The cable thickness is ok for its extended length of 6 meters which can cover any major distance for interviews as well.👍 The condensor mic is omni directional and records very crisp quality of audio and instruments upto a distance of 1 meters beyond which the intensity of sound decreases a bit.Sensitivity and background noise elimination is excellent making it a real value for money device.Even if you tap the mic, the disturbance recorded isnt irritating exactly.👍 Since it comes with dual 3.5 mm with 6.5 mm adaptor , it can be used with a wide range of devices ranging from smartphones, laptops & dslr cameras.👍 Comes with a 1 year warranty which is quite okay.🔷️ FINAL VERDICT :************************All in all, after using this device for over a week, i must say that it has a durable construction and brilliant- sensitive yet noise free audio recording capability especially at this price point which is very rare.Definitely recommended.👍👍✌Hope the review helps to make a decision.