Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The Hollyland Lark M2 was the first super tiny and affordable wireless mic system, and it's awesome. But now Rode and DJI have each released their own tiny mics, so I wanted to do a deep dive comparison between all there systems to help figure out which one is best for you.
Thank you to Artlist for sponsoring this video! Use this link for two additional months free on your Artlist subscription: geni.us/ArtlistTom
I purchased the Hollyland and DJI mics myself, and Rode sent the Wireless Micro to me at no cost, but I’m under no obligation to do anything with it or even make a video at all. Read my Ethics Statement about reviews, sponsorships, and brand partnerships: himynameistom.com/ethics
⚙️ Gear featured in this video (Amazon links):
•Hollyland Lark M2: geni.us/wxwfX
•DJI Mic Mini: geni.us/E0B8yv
•Rode Wireless Micro: geni.us/lStD
•Case for Hollyland: geni.us/mBVjA7X
•Lightning to USB Adapter: geni.us/r6RU7AJ
⏱️Chapter Markers:
0:00 - More Tiny Mics Than Ever!
1:29 - Hollyland/DJI/Rode Basics
4:42 - Mic Positioning Sound Test
5:56 - Artlist Sponsor Segment w/ Mic Comparisons
7:55 - Different Mic Configurations & Features
11:20 - Wind Test
13:13 - Noise Cancellation Comparison
16:33 - Battery & Range Comparison
21:21 - Ranking 1: “What You Get”
23:32 - Ranking 2: Build Quality
25:25 - Ranking 3: Sound Quality
28:18 - Final Ranking: Overall Value
30:56 - Conclusion
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———————— ROYALTY FREE MUSIC ————————
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•Epidemic Sound (30 Day Free Trial): share.epidemicsound.com/enthusiasm
——————————— VIDEO GEAR ———————————
•Ecamm Live Streaming Software: geni.us/ecammtom
•Sony FX3 (Main Camera): bhpho.to/3EJuBde (B&H)
•Sony a7SIII: bhpho.to/3f8mMlS (B&H)
•Sony a7IV: bhpho.to/33mOGZo (B&H)
•Sony 24 1.4 (Main Lens): geni.us/sony24 (Amazon)
•Sony 50 1.8 Lens: geni.us/sonynifty50
•Tamron 20-40 2.8: geni.us/Rp3NeMc
•Zeiss 85 1.8: geni.us/zeissbatis (Amazon)
•Sony 70-200: bhpho.to/3B4tCr2 (B&H)
•Elgato Prompter: geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Anamorphic Lens: bhpho.to/309H0rV (B&H)
•GoPro Hero 13: geni.us/gopro13
•Rodecaster Video: bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone : geni.us/I2e0AB (Amazon)
•Tri-Charge: geni.us/ZYdV3dh
•YoloBox for Mobile Streams: bhpho.to/3pc8qHU (B&H)
•Colorful HDMI Cables: geni.us/NeOn (Amazon)
•Colorful USB Cables: geni.us/rodeusbc (Amazon)
—————————— LIGHTS & SUPPORTS ——————————
•Nanlite Forza 200 (Key Light): geni.us/9Ofr (Amazon)
•Aputure Light Dome Mini: bhpho.to/4eMAiJs (B&H)
•Small Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/nanlite (Amazon)
•Big Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/pavotubes (Amazon)
•Aputure MC RGB Light: geni.us/IuE4 (Amazon)
•Rolling Camera Stand: bhpho.to/3PbJGg3 (B&H)
•Big Tripod: bhpho.to/3lRoTyz (B&H)
•Small Tripod: geni.us/oQOh3Az (Amazon)
•Travel Tripod: geni.us/nlUBm (Amazon)
•Overhead Camera Mount: geni.us/ISBKAIv (Amazon)
•Motorized Slider: bhpho.to/3ztKMJA (B&H)
•Camera Backpack: geni.us/aEH2 (Amazon)
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🎥 Check out my full gear list here:himynameistom.com/gear
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– Who Am I? –
Hi! My name is Tom Buck, a lifelong A/V nerd and former high school Digital Media teacher. I started this channel in 2017 as a project to share my enthusiasm for everything related to audio and video production.
It's my goal for each video to be interesting/helpful/atleastmildlyentertaining, from a helpful enthusiast’s point of view. You can take a look at my bio to learn more about my background, both personally and professionally: himynameistom.com/about
•My channel is open and welcoming to people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations. I’m glad you’re here.
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Episode 467: Which Super Tiny Wireless Mic Is Best? Hollyland vs Rode vs DJI
The Hollyland Lark M2 was the first super tiny and affordable wireless mic system, and it's awesome. But now Rode and DJI have each released their own tiny mics, so I wanted to do a deep dive comparison between all there systems to help figure out which one is best for you.
Thank you to Artlist for sponsoring this video! Use this link for two additional months free on your Artlist subscription: geni.us/ArtlistTom
I purchased the Hollyland and DJI mics myself, and Rode sent the Wireless Micro to me at no cost, but I’m under no obligation to do anything with it or even make a video at all. Read my Ethics Statement about reviews, sponsorships, and brand partnerships: himynameistom.com/ethics
⚙️ Gear featured in this video (Amazon links):
•Hollyland Lark M2: geni.us/wxwfX
•DJI Mic Mini: geni.us/E0B8yv
•Rode Wireless Micro: geni.us/lStD
•Case for Hollyland: geni.us/mBVjA7X
•Lightning to USB Adapter: geni.us/r6RU7AJ
⏱️Chapter Markers:
0:00 - More Tiny Mics Than Ever!
1:29 - Hollyland/DJI/Rode Basics
4:42 - Mic Positioning Sound Test
5:56 - Artlist Sponsor Segment w/ Mic Comparisons
7:55 - Different Mic Configurations & Features
11:20 - Wind Test
13:13 - Noise Cancellation Comparison
16:33 - Battery & Range Comparison
21:21 - Ranking 1: “What You Get”
23:32 - Ranking 2: Build Quality
25:25 - Ranking 3: Sound Quality
28:18 - Final Ranking: Overall Value
30:56 - Conclusion
———————————————————————
Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.
—————————— SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ——————————
Become a Channel Member: geni.us/joinchannel
Donate: buymeacoffee.com/tombuck
——————————— CONNECT ———————————
🎯 Subscribe! bit.ly/TEPsub
Instagram: @sodarntom
Main Site: himynameistom.com
Podcasts: himynameistom.com/podcasts
———————— ROYALTY FREE MUSIC ————————
•Artlist.io (2 Extra Months Free): geni.us/ArtlistTom
•Epidemic Sound (30 Day Free Trial): share.epidemicsound.com/enthusiasm
——————————— VIDEO GEAR ———————————
•Ecamm Live Streaming Software: geni.us/ecammtom
•Sony FX3 (Main Camera): bhpho.to/3EJuBde (B&H)
•Sony a7SIII: bhpho.to/3f8mMlS (B&H)
•Sony a7IV: bhpho.to/33mOGZo (B&H)
•Sony 24 1.4 (Main Lens): geni.us/sony24 (Amazon)
•Sony 50 1.8 Lens: geni.us/sonynifty50
•Tamron 20-40 2.8: geni.us/Rp3NeMc
•Zeiss 85 1.8: geni.us/zeissbatis (Amazon)
•Sony 70-200: bhpho.to/3B4tCr2 (B&H)
•Elgato Prompter: geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Anamorphic Lens: bhpho.to/309H0rV (B&H)
•GoPro Hero 13: geni.us/gopro13
•Rodecaster Video: bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•DJI Mini 3 Pro Drone : geni.us/I2e0AB (Amazon)
•Tri-Charge: geni.us/ZYdV3dh
•YoloBox for Mobile Streams: bhpho.to/3pc8qHU (B&H)
•Colorful HDMI Cables: geni.us/NeOn (Amazon)
•Colorful USB Cables: geni.us/rodeusbc (Amazon)
—————————— LIGHTS & SUPPORTS ——————————
•Nanlite Forza 200 (Key Light): geni.us/9Ofr (Amazon)
•Aputure Light Dome Mini: bhpho.to/4eMAiJs (B&H)
•Small Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/nanlite (Amazon)
•Big Nanlite RGB Tube Lights: geni.us/pavotubes (Amazon)
•Aputure MC RGB Light: geni.us/IuE4 (Amazon)
•Rolling Camera Stand: bhpho.to/3PbJGg3 (B&H)
•Big Tripod: bhpho.to/3lRoTyz (B&H)
•Small Tripod: geni.us/oQOh3Az (Amazon)
•Travel Tripod: geni.us/nlUBm (Amazon)
•Overhead Camera Mount: geni.us/ISBKAIv (Amazon)
•Motorized Slider: bhpho.to/3ztKMJA (B&H)
•Camera Backpack: geni.us/aEH2 (Amazon)
———————————————————————
🎥 Check out my full gear list here:himynameistom.com/gear
———————————————————————
– Who Am I? –
Hi! My name is Tom Buck, a lifelong A/V nerd and former high school Digital Media teacher. I started this channel in 2017 as a project to share my enthusiasm for everything related to audio and video production.
It's my goal for each video to be interesting/helpful/atleastmildlyentertaining, from a helpful enthusiast’s point of view. You can take a look at my bio to learn more about my background, both personally and professionally: himynameistom.com/about
•My channel is open and welcoming to people of all races, ages, genders, and orientations. I’m glad you’re here.
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Episode 467: Which Super Tiny Wireless Mic Is Best? Hollyland vs Rode vs DJI
