Hollyland LARK A1 Compact Wireless Microphone System – First Look (CineD)
Here’s a refined summary of the feature:
Hollyland LARK A1 – Quick Overview
Target Audience & Price
Designed for casual creators and vloggers using smartphones.
Very aggressive pricing: from $34.90 for the base Mini Duo to $69.90 for a full Combo set (cined.com).
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Ultra-Compact & Lightweight Design
Transmitters measure ~30×16×9 mm and weigh just 8 g; the receiver is 34×16×9 mm and 5.9 g (cined.com).
Magnetic clip-on TX unit—no bulk or 3.5 mm jack needed.
The Hollyland LARK A1 Combo set. Image credit: Hollyland
Audio Quality & Range
24‑bit / 48 kHz digital audio; can handle up to 120 dB SPL for clean capture of loud sources (cined.com, cined.com).
Robust wireless transmission with a 200 m (650 ft) range in open environments (cined.com).
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| The different versions of the LARK A1. Image credit: Hollyland |
Smart App Config & Noise Handling
LarkSound app offers 6 gain levels, EQ, and 3-tier noise reduction—filters ambient sounds like wind, traffic, and hum (cined.com).
Built‑in auto-limiter helps prevent clipping/distortion in dynamic audio scenes (cined.com).
Power & Battery Life
Each TX runs up to 9 hours standby (or ~6.5 h with noise cancellation on).
Charging case (included in Duo/Combo) can recharge both twice—totaling up to around 54 hours (cined.com).
Both TX and case charge fully in ~1.5 hours.
Receiver Features
Choose between a USB‑C or Lightning connector for Android/iOS devices (cined.com).
USB‑C receiver even supports pass‑through charging of your phone during use (cined.com).
Configurations & Pricing
Mini Duo (1 TX + 1 RX):
USB‑C version: $34.90, Lightning version: $39.90.
Duo (2 TX + USB‑C RX + case): $49.90
Combo (2 TX + USB‑C + Lightning RXs + case): $69.90, available in Space Gray or Ivory White (cined.com).
Final Take
The Hollyland LARK A1 packs impressive professional-grade specs—solid audio fidelity, long wireless range, smart app controls—and minimalist design into an affordable package ideal for vloggers filming on smartphones. With ultra-portability, long battery life, and flexible configurations, it’s a compelling upgrade for ready-to-go content creators.
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