SmallRig recently introduced an affordable lavalier microphone solution: the Forevala L20. This system features a lavalier microphone with a long cable and a control panel for basic audio adjustments. It is now available for purchase at CVP for 31.50 Euro. SmallRig has a strong reputation thanks to their affordable, high-quality rigging solutions. However, companies sometimes like to go off the beaten path and experiment outside of their target niche. In truth, the Chinese brand had already released a series of budget lavalier microphones: the simorr Wave models. Now they’re taking another step into the audio field by introducing the SmallRig Forevala L20. So let’s take a closer look at this microphone designed for basic interview and live streaming setups. SmallRig Forevala L20: omni-directional capsule The system features an omni-directional capsule with 360° pickup capabilities. The microphone has a shielded 5-meter long TRRS 3.5mm jack cable which should minimize interferences and audio quality loss. The extremely long cable suggests that this product is designed to be connected directly to a camera or a smartphone. Hence it can be an ideal solution when there’s no need nor budget for an external recorder or wireless system. SmallRig Forevala L20 omni-directional microphone. Source: SmalRig Control panel and audio adjustments A control panel on the cable allows the user to access some basic audio adjustments. In fact, a Low-cut filter can attenuate frequencies below 200Hz, like those produced by cars or air conditioners, while a Gain Control switch enables a +10dB on-chip amplification of the...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 27 September, 2021