I supplemented my trusty RØDE VideoMic GO II for the Hollyland Lark M1 – but was it a mistake? The Lark M1's compact size and decent audio quality caused me to purchase the original model, but some quirks had me eyeing the NEW Lark M2. In this video, we're putting BOTH mics to the test and even comparing them to the RØDE!

Disclaimer: There are none. I purchased this one with my own hard earned cash.

Expect a DEEP DIVE into:

- Why I chose the Lark M1: Size matters, folks, especially for run-and-gun creators!
- Lark M1 flaws: Spoiler: It's not ALL sunshine and rainbows.
- Lark M2 first impressions: Is that a MICROPHONE or a BUTTON?!
- Side-by-side audio comparison: Hear the difference for yourself.
- The VERDICT: Was the upgrade worth the extra cash?

If you're a YouTuber, vlogger, or content creator STRUGGLING to find the PERFECT on-the-go mic, this video is for YOU. Hit that SUBSCRIBE button and let's get this mic battle started!

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🎙️️ RØDE VideoMic GO II: https://amzn.to/45Yyqd0 (US) | https://amzn.to/45WmfgM (UK)
🎙️️ Hollyland Lark M1: https://amzn.to/3S0sIBK (US) | https://amzn.to/3XYgCNo (UK)
🎙️️ Hollyland Lark M2: https://amzn.to/3S3c7x3 | https://amzn.to/3xHCCkW (UK)

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Time Codes:
00:00 - Go Time!
00:03 - My Lark M1 Use Case and Video Intro
01:24 - Video Bumper
01:37 - Moving Around with my Current Mic
02:20 - Unboxing Time
06:04 - Clean Up and Connect Microphones for Testing
06:30 - Opening the Cases
07:04 - Making the Connections
07:33 - Charging the Units
07:43 - Testing the Lark M1
08:05 - Lark M1 Test
08:16 - Rode Video Go
08:27 - Lark M1 Test
08:42 - Testing the Lark M2
09:06 - Lark M2 Demo
09:53 - Lark M2 w/Noise Reduction
10:14 - Rode
10:31 - M2 Test
10:39 - M2 Distance Test
11:02 - Lark M1 Demo
11:20 - Lark M1 w/Noise Reduction
11:24 - Lark M1 w/Noise Reduction Off
11:31 - Lark M2 w/Noise Reduction
12:24 - Final Caveats
12:48 - Battery Life
12:56 - Cost
13:16 - Wrapping Up
13:37 - Watch More retroCombs