DJI Mic Mini 2: Tiny Mic, Big Sound, Small Price

DJI has launched the Mic Mini 2, an updated wireless microphone system that significantly lowers the barrier to entry for quality audio recording. This compact device, weighing just 0.39 ounces, combines the microphone and transmitter into a single unit and is priced around $100. It introduces fashionable magnetic covers in a variety of colors and enhances audio capture with new voice tone presets.

The Mic Mini 2 is available in two kits: one for smartphones with a USB-C receiver and another for cameras featuring a 3.5mm mic output receiver. Both packages include a charging case, transmitters, and receivers, along with various mounting options and windscreens. The camera kit offers an extensive selection of colored mic covers, reminiscent of '90s aesthetics, though they prominently display the DJI logo.

Each transmitter boasts up to 11.5 hours of battery life, with the receiver lasting about 10.5 hours. The included charging case can replenish the devices multiple times, offering up to 48 hours of total use. Testing confirmed these devices exceed their advertised runtimes, outperforming competitors like the Rode Wireless Go III and Hollyland Lark M2.

While the Mic Mini 2 delivers excellent 48Khz, 24-bit audio quality and effective AI-powered noise cancellation, it lacks advanced features found in DJI's flagship Mic 3, such as 32-bit float internal recording and dynamic gain control. Nonetheless, its combination of range, audio performance, and noise reduction makes it a standout choice for budget-conscious creators.

DJI's Mic Mini 2 is currently available in Europe and other regions, priced at €89/£89 for the camera kit and €49/£54 for the mobile kit. US availability is pending Federal Communications Commission (FCC) certification, with no firm release date announced for the United States.