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Key Selling Points

Hollyland LARK M2 transmitter beside its open case on a laptop, with 9 g weight and 26 mm diameter
Hollyland LARK M2 environmental noise cancellation diagram showing two built-in microphones and the noise cancellation chip
Hollyland LARK M2 transmitter worn while eating, with 48 kHz 24-bit, 70 dB signal-to-noise ratio and 115 dB sound pressure level
Hollyland LARK M2 battery panel: under 1.5 hours charging, 30 hours use for the phone version and 10 hours of podcasting with ENC off
Hollyland LARK M2 300 m stable transmission panel over an open landscape
Double-tap on a Hollyland LARK M2 transmitter to start phone video or take a photo

The Hollyland LARK M2 Duo with Lightning connector is a two-person wireless lavalier microphone kit for iPhones with a Lightning port, with two 9 g button-size transmitters that send 48 kHz/24-bit audio to one receiver plugged straight into the phone. The Mobile Version charging case extends recording to about 30 hours, and there is no camera receiver or 3.5mm cable in this kit, so choose a Combo kit if you also record into a camera.

Key Features

  • Lightning plug receiver with an MFi-certified Apple chip that goes straight into the iPhone charging port
  • Two 9 g button-size transmitters, 26 mm across, worn with the included magnets or silicone necklace cases
  • 48 kHz/24-bit recording with a signal-to-noise ratio above 70 dB and a 115 dB maximum sound pressure level
  • About 10 hours per transmitter and about 30 hours in total with the Mobile Version charging case, which recharges in under 1.5 hours
  • Up to 300 m (1,000 ft) line of sight and 60 m (200 ft) non-line of sight on 2.4 GHz adaptive frequency hopping
  • Environmental Noise Cancellation switches on with one press of the transmitter or receiver button, and the LarkSound app adjusts its strength

In the Box

  • 2 x Transmitter
  • 1 x Lightning Plug Receiver
  • 1 x Mobile Version Charging Case
  • 2 x TX Windscreen
  • 1 x USB-A to USB-C Cable
  • 2 x LARK M2 Necklace Silicone Case
  • 4 x Magnet
  • 1 x TX Sticker
  • 1 x Drawstring Bag

How It Compares

Feature Hollyland LARK M2 Duo Lightning Hollyland LARK M2 Combo
Receivers in the kit Lightning plug Camera, USB-C plug and Lightning plug
Total runtime with case About 30 hours About 40 hours
Charging case weight About 65.6 g About 111 g
Audio modes Mono Mono, or stereo into a camera
  • Choose the LARK M2 Duo Lightning when your iPhone is the only recording device and you want the smaller, 65.6 g charging case.
  • Choose the Hollyland LARK M2 Combo when you also record into a camera through 3.5mm or want about 40 hours from the case.
  • Choose the Hollyland LARK M2 Duo with USB-C when your phone has a USB-C port.

Pair It With

  • The LarkSound app: Use it on your iPhone to check battery and audio level, adjust volume and noise cancellation strength, turn speaker playback on or off, and update firmware. It requires iOS 12.0 or above.
  • A phone charger or power bank: Plug it into the USB-C port on the side of the receiver and your phone charges while you record.
  • Hollyland spare parts: Hollyland lists replacement windscreens, magnets, necklace cases, a back clip and a transmitter magnetic charging cable as separate accessories. Contact Filmgear Canada if you need one.

Specifications

Specification Hollyland LARK M2 Duo Lightning
Kit 2 transmitters, 1 Lightning plug receiver, Mobile Version charging case
Phone connection Lightning plug with MFi-certified Apple chip; USB-C port on the side of the receiver charges your phone while recording
Wireless transmission 2.4 GHz adaptive frequency hopping (AFH), GFSK 2 Mbps
Transmission range Up to 300 m (1,000 ft) line of sight; 60 m (200 ft) non-line of sight
Polar pattern Omnidirectional
Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio Above 70 dB
Maximum sound pressure level 115 dB SPL
Sample rate and bit depth 48 kHz, 24-bit
Mic sensitivity -37 dBV ±2 dB at 1 kHz, 94 dB SPL
Audio mode Mono only on the mobile version
Noise cancellation Environmental Noise Cancellation using two built-in microphones; one press of the transmitter or receiver button turns it on and the status light turns green
Volume adjustment Set in the LarkSound app; the volume knob is on the camera receiver only
Phone recording control Pressing the transmitter button twice starts or stops video or takes a photo on phones that can do this with a single volume-button press
Transmitter runtime About 10 hours, stated by Hollyland with noise cancellation off
Charging case About 30 hours in total; more than 2 full charges for both transmitters at the same time
Charge time Transmitter about 1.5 hours; charging case under 1.5 hours
Battery capacity Transmitter 97 mAh; Mobile Version charging case 750 mAh
Operating temperature -10 to 45 °C
Charging temperature 0 to 45 °C
Dimensions Transmitter about 26 mm diameter x 9.9 mm; Lightning receiver about 40 x 16.5 x 9 mm; charging case about 75.8 x 49.8 x 35 mm
Weight Transmitter about 9 g; Lightning receiver about 6 g; charging case about 65.6 g
Pairing Paired at the factory. On first use, remove the insulating film and place the transmitters and receiver back in the case. To pair manually, hold the power-off transmitter button for 6 seconds, then connect the receiver to the phone and hold its button for 3 seconds
Power on Taking the transmitters out of the case powers them on; each transmitter can also be switched with a 3-second press
Wearing Magnet behind the collar or silicone necklace case; Hollyland suggests the collar, or the upper chest for loud speech. The current package does not include the transmitter back clip
Safety note Hollyland notes that the transmitter's wearable design includes a magnetic disk, which might interfere with implantable electronic devices

Where to Buy in Canada

Filmgear Canada is an authorized Hollyland dealer in Vancouver, BC. Order the LARK M2 Duo Lightning online for Canada-wide shipping or store pickup, and we coordinate Hollyland's manufacturer warranty with you.

Lightning plug receiver with an MFi-certified Apple chip that goes straight into the iPhone charging port

Two 9 g button-size transmitters, 26 mm across, worn with the included magnets or silicone necklace cases

48 kHz/24-bit recording with a signal-to-noise ratio above 70 dB and a 115 dB maximum sound pressure level

About 10 hours per transmitter and about 30 hours in total with the Mobile Version charging case, which recharges in under 1.5 hours

Up to 300 m (1,000 ft) line of sight and 60 m (200 ft) non-line of sight on 2.4 GHz adaptive frequency hopping

Environmental Noise Cancellation switches on with one press of the transmitter or receiver button, and the LarkSound app adjusts its strength
2 x Transmitter
1 x Lightning Plug Receiver
1 x Mobile Version Charging Case
2 x TX Windscreen
1 x USB-A to USB-C Cable
2 x LARK M2 Necklace Silicone Case
4 x Magnet
1 x TX Sticker
1 x Drawstring Bag

We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. For opened or used items, a minimum 15% restocking fee may apply depending on the item condition.

To start a return, you can contact us at info@filmgearcanada.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

You can always contact us for any return-related questions at info@filmgearcanada.com.

Important Notice for Special Order Items

Certain professional and project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are subject to different return conditions. Please review the “Special Order Items” section below before placing your order.

Damages and Issues

Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged, or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

If an item is defective within 14 days of delivery, email info@filmgearcanada.com with a short video of the problem and the serial number, or bring it to our showroom. Once we confirm the defect, we’ll replace it (or refund it if a replacement isn’t available) and handle the manufacturer claim ourselves.

For Special Order items, damage or defect claims must be reported immediately upon delivery and will be handled in accordance with the manufacturer’s warranty terms.

Exceptions / Non-returnable Items

Special Order Items (Final Sale)
Certain professional, project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are not regularly stocked. Special Order items are final sale and cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded once the order has been confirmed with the manufacturer. Special Order items are final sale whether they ship from our stock or are ordered from the manufacturer.

These items are ordered specifically for individual projects and may include, but are not limited to:

  • Professional wireless communication systems
  • Large-scale lighting equipment
  • Studio carts and grip equipment
  • Cine lenses and special production gear

Please ensure compatibility and project requirements before placing your order. If you have any questions regarding lead time or suitability, we strongly recommend contacting us prior to purchase.

In addition, we do not accept returns for open box, demo or clearance items, gift cards, hazardous materials, flammable liquids or gases.

Exchanges

The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have. Once the return is accepted, you may place a new order for the desired item.

Refunds

We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please note that it may take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund.

FAQ

Which iPhones is the Lightning version of the LARK M2 Duo for?

It is made for iPhones with a Lightning port, and the receiver carries an MFi-certified Apple chip. If your phone has USB-C, including iPhone 15, this plug will not fit, and the LARK M2 Duo with USB-C is the version to buy.

Where can I set the recording level when the receiver is plugged into my iPhone?

In the LarkSound app. With the receiver plugged in, the app shows battery and audio level and lets you adjust volume, noise cancellation strength and speaker playback. This kit has no volume knob because Hollyland puts the knob on the camera receiver that comes with the Combo kits.

Does the LARK M2 Duo Lightning still include back clips?

No. Hollyland's current LARK M2 package does not include the back clip, so older photos and videos may show an accessory that is not in this box. The kit includes 4 magnets and 2 necklace silicone cases instead, and you can contact Filmgear Canada if you would like a back clip.

Why won't the transmitters turn on when they are new?

Hollyland's first-use step is to remove the insulating film and return the transmitters and receiver to the charging case, where they pair automatically. After that, taking them out of the case powers them on, and you can also hold the side button on a transmitter for 3 seconds. A red status light that flashes slowly means that transmitter is low on battery.

Can I start recording on my phone by double-tapping the transmitter?

Yes, on phones that allow it. Press the button on the side of the transmitter twice and the phone starts or stops video recording or takes a photo. Hollyland says this only works on phones that can start and stop recording or take a photo with a single volume button press.