Comica CVM-WM100PLUS - Wireless Microphone System for Cameras, Camcorders, Smartphones, Laptops, Professional UHF Wireless Lavalier Lapel Microphone with Dual-Channel Recording, AA Batteries

The media could not be loaded. I create online tutorial content related to topics of audio, photography, filming and lighting. For my video creation needs, I mostly use wireless lav microphone systems so I can have the freedom to move around without tripping over audio cables. I’m typically filming myself with my camera or camcorder roughly 5 to 7 feet away from me and have a variety of Canon cameras to choose from, such as the Canon 90D DSLR, Canon M50 mirror-less, Canon G60 camcorder, Canon XF400 camcorder. For this simple audio test, I’m pairing the Comica CVM-WM100 Plus wireless microphone system to my Canon 90D DSLR camera with my favorite lens, the Canon 17-55mm f2.8 IS USM zoom. At the typical distance of 5 to 7 feet away from the camera and wireless receiver, the Comica CVM-WM100 Plus microphone works fine and the audio is crisp and clear. I realize this microphone has a rating of over a couple hundred feet distance, but I personally find that to be non-applicable for my own needs because I would never film myself from that far away. Even if I were to film myself from such a far distance, my face would be so tiny in the frame that you wouldn’t be able to see me, so there’s no point in doing that. Generally speaking, wireless lav microphone systems work better indoors than outdoors. Why is that? Because with indoor usage, a typical wireless lav microphone signal will bounce around the walls and come back to the receiver. But in open outdoor usage, there are no walls for the signal to bounce around, hence making it more difficult to maintain a signal from a longer distance. This is especially true when there is no line-of-sight whereby the transmitter is not directly facing the receiver on the camera, which means this can result in a dropped signal and gets worse over longer distances. But again, this is not applicable for my own needs for doing online video content whereby I am filming myself in front of the camera within 10 feet away from the wireless receiver on the camera. Of course, your needs may be different and your mileage may vary which depends on many factors. Therefore, I’m more interested in the practical aspects of a wireless lav mic, such as reliability and ease of use without too much fussing around with settings. The Comica CVM-WM100 Plus mic works well for my needs given the type of work I do. I generally only use 1 transmitter paired to the receiver, but I like the idea that this package kit comes with 2 wireless transmitters in case I have a second person that I want to film and record for audio. I find the transmitter to be very light weight and relatively compact. The light weight for both the transmitters and receiver is most likely due to the all plastic material construction. I can’t speak to the long-term durability of the product, since I have not had this long enough. The dimensions of the transmitter and receiver is a little bit taller in height than other similar systems I’ve used, I would prefer it to be a little shorter. But as mentioned, an advantage is that the unit is very light weight, even with 2 AA batteries inserted. Speaking of batteries, I prefer to use Eneloop rechargeable AA batteries which generally provide me over a few hours of usage per charge. In a way, I prefer to use AA batteries versus a microphone unit that has a built-in rechargeable battery. Why you might ask? As an example, my Rode Wireless Go microphone system has a built-in rechargeable battery for both the transmitter and receiver. But once the battery runs dead from continuous usage, it takes quite some time to wait for the Rode Wireless Go transmitter and receiver to fully recharge again. This is highly inconvenient and a waste of time. But by using AA batteries for this Comica CVM-WM100 Plus microphone kit, I can simply swap out dead AA batteries for freshly charged ones that only take a few seconds to do. That’s why I usually prefer using a wireless mic that takes AA batteries versus a built-in rechargeable battery. I hate waiting for dead rechargeable batteries to charge back to life again. This Comica mic is pretty easy to use, you really don’t even need to read the manual, especially if you have experience using wireless lav mic systems. It’s easy to wirelessly pair the receiver to the transmitter, this only takes several seconds. Once paired, you’re in business and ready to record. Only other things to do is to set the volume level to an appropriate level for your voice, plus attach the wired lav mic to the transmitter(s) and maybe attach the dead cat/kitten too. The package comes with everything you need to record 2 persons wirelessly. In addition to the one wireless receiver, you also get two wireless transmitters in the box, which also include two wired lav mics to insert into each transmitter along with a dead cat/kitten wind screen for each transmitter. Also included in the package is a very nice carry case that fits all the various items. The Comica wireless receiver comes with a simple hotshoe adapter to attach the Comica receiver on top of a typical camera that has a hotshoe (or coldshoe). The useful LCD screen and navigation buttons on the receiver and transmitters are helpful for setting up the microphone and adjusting settings as needed. Plus the decibel scale on the LCD screen is useful to monitor your audio level to make sure you are recording at the proper level (not too loud nor too low in volume). All in all, I find this Comica microphone to be a decent value, especially when Amazon sometimes offers a sale. If you are need of a dual wireless lav mic system to record 1 or 2 persons for creating video content, this Comica CVM-WM100 Plus model is worth consideration. Check out the attached short video review plus pictures of this product.

The media could not be loaded. System includes: Carry bag, receiver, 2 transmitters, 2 lavalier mics, camera mount, user manualCables:2 3.5mm mic, 3.5mm-3.5mm, 3.5mm-XLR, usbOverall this is a great 2 microphone wireless system.Can be used with camcorders that use XLR audio,or could be used with any modern DSLR or mirrorless camera that accepts 3.5mm audio.You get some really solid controls on the transmitter boxes and the receiver box.The buttons are kind of clicky sounding, so make adjustments away from the two mics.You have control of each lavalier volume from the receiver. Had to turn mine down.Need a talent to mute the mic, they simply click the power button.Click again to un-mute. Muting can also be done with the receiver.You can also monitor the audio in Realtime, just plug in some headphones to the receiver.The build quality on everything is good. Everything is lightweight also.The carry case is perfect, stores all the components neatly, you could even toss in the 6 AA batteries you'll need.You will be able to get audio from a good distance with the antennas that these have.Try your best to be in the same room for clean audio. Also you can use any of the 48 channels.The recorded audio is great, and again you have lot's of control of each lavalier.This is a true wireless system, no apps, no remotes, purely functional and intentional.(2) 3.5mm Mic CablesLavalier microphone with cable. All in one.Great for putting a small microphone on the talent.Cable can run under shirt, and attached with the metal clip.Power using 2 AA batteries or with USB power Cable and a battery bank.Battery bank could be placed in a talents back pocket.Even has a built in hoop and loop strap for later storage.On each microphone are foam windscreens.If needed the Wind Muffs will keep down the wind noise.3.5mm-3.5mm Audio CableGreat for: DSLR, or Mirrorless with 3.5mm audio input,or any device that accepts 3.5mm mic input.3.5mm-XLR Audio CableThe cable is perfect when using with a camcorder with built in XLR!If you use with a XLR Microphone , you will need to have a XLR female to female cord or adapter.(great for interviewing)Also I used to bring into my external sound card, but as 1 channel not 2.Not something I would normally do, but if needed it works.Micro-USB to USB-A Flat CableIn order to run either transmitter or the receiver without batteries, you must use this cable.Also note, you will need to have a cable and power bank for each one you want to run without batteries.Would recommend a very small power bank, that would fit into a talents pocket.Camera MountThis can be attached to the receiver (RX) and then attached to any camera hot shoe.The mount has to separate metal dials, one to tighten onto your hot shoe and one onto the receiver.Connect to a computer or recording deviceConnect receiver with the TRS output cable, then connect to your 3.5mm mic port on the PC,or any device that has a 3.5mm mic input.At this point use your audio software of choice.Lavalier Transmitters (TX)On top: Antenna, Mic External Input, Line In External Input, IR sensor and Indicator, working status indicator.On back: Battery tray, 1/4 thread for mounting to tripod, Belt clip (attaches on the 2 sides)On side: Micro-USB power port.Receiver (RX)Is almost the same.Has two antennas on the top. (one for each lavalier)Mic External and Line In External are 3.5mm monitoring jack and 3.5mm Audio Input Jack.All transmitters and the receiver have a power button above the screen.Function buttons: Selection-, SET, Selection+Carry BagHas a nice gray and black fabric handle with hoop and loop.Two zipper system. Front zipper is to store all of the small cables and lavalier microphones.Has two mesh pouches to hold the items.The larger zipper opens up and is padded on the top.Bottom is a gray preformed foam. Flawless really.This will store both transmitters with antennas connected and the receiver with antennas connected.Even after attaching the belt clips, no issues, fits perfectly.Black and white user manualMost of what you need to learn is in this manual, and has many illustrations to assist.Hope this was helpful.