I tested this affordable wireless mic set – and it’s packed with pro-level features

The Nank Wireless Lavalier Microphone is an entry-level mic set that defies typical expectations for its price point. While features like these would have made it stand out a year ago, the market in this range has become far more competitive, with alternatives such as the 3 Legged Thing Str3amcase offering strong competition.

This is essentially a dual-mic setup with a receiver designed for use with DSLRs, mirrorless cameras, and smartphones. A generous selection of cables is included, allowing for wide compatibility across different devices. It’s easy to use, with straightforward button-press functionality, and its design closely follows that of the excellent Rode Wireless GO mics – though at a much lower cost.

It’s a great option if you’re just starting out with filming and need a reliable set of microphones without spending a fortune. One of its more unusual, though increasingly common, features at this price point is the ability to adjust the audio volume of each transmitter independently and apply effective noise reduction. The noise reduction does an incredibly good job at removing anything other than your vocals and to a degree that I haven’t witnessed at this level before.

All in all, it’s one of the most comprehensive wireless mic sets available at this price.

The Nank Wireless Lavalier Microphone sits in the mid-range when it comes to size and weight. The charging case measures 130 x 55 x 54 mm and weighs 222 g, while the receiver comes in at 45 x 45 x 12 mm – not including the fixed clip, which brings the depth to 20 mm. The unit itself weighs 27 g. The transmitter mic units are the same size as the receiver and weigh 26 g each.

The two mics and receiver arrive housed in the charging case, while the various wires and accessories are supplied loose. You’ll need to find a neat way to carry those separately – a small drawstring bag works well and is a simple solution. At this price, you really can’t quibble.

The case quality is solid, with a matte black finish that looks smart and keeps everything topped up with power between shoots. Wind jammers are also included for outdoor recording, which is a useful addition.

Navigation is relatively straightforward, although a quick look at the manual will likely be needed on first use. It’s possible to switch between different noise-cancelling modes, and there’s even a reverb mode accessible via the buttons on the transmitter mics. You can also toggle between mono, stereo, and mono with a safety track – a handy feature for anyone wanting an extra layer of protection in post-production.

The mics are extremely well-designed, offering a set of features you wouldn’t typically expect at this price point. On a full charge, the units will run for up to eight hours, with the charging case providing around three full charges for the system.

Noise reduction is a key feature here, and a button on the side of the transmitter mic enables you to quickly switch between the three modes. A blue light indicates that noise reduction is active, green means the original ambient sound is being captured, and red shows that the reverb option is switched on.

Settings are easily adjusted via button presses – noise reduction is controlled directly on the mics, while mono, stereo, and safety track modes are toggled via the receiver. You can also adjust the input volume of each mic individually, which is especially useful in dual interview setups where one speaker may be noticeably louder than the other.

An additional feature is the ability to plug in a monitoring earpiece directly into each transmitter mic. At this level, it’s debatable how necessary this is, and the inclusion of an external mic port instead would arguably have been more practical.

Setup and use are straightforward on both cameras and mobile devices, with a good selection of cables included in the box. Once everything is plugged in the two mics automatically sync with the receiver without any extra steps.

Adjusting the input volume using the button on the receiver is easy enough, as is switching between mono and stereo channels using the buttons on the receiver. What stands out most is the noise cancellation, which is surprisingly powerful and does an excellent job of isolating vocals from background noise.

While the noise reduction is highly effective, it does alter the vocal tone slightly, introducing a slightly tinny quality. That said, it still performs far better than many other systems I’ve tried, and at this price, it’s impressive. When switching between noise reduction modes, it’s worth paying close attention – I found that it was easy to accidentally engage the reverb mode, mistaking the red indicator light as showing that noise reduction was off when, in fact, it meant reverb was on.

The overall audio quality is superb for a system at this price. The case and included features are all useful, though I was surprised by the inclusion of a 3.5mm audio monitor-out port on the side of each transmitter, along with an earbud. At this level, it feels unnecessary, especially as audio can be monitored more effectively from the receiver end – which the system does support.

All things considered, for the price, there’s very little to complain about here.

If you need a cheap dual-mic wireless setup, then this is a great option – small, lightweight, and, with a quick reference to the leaflet-style manual, easy to use. Some of the standout features include the dual mics, of course, and the outstanding noise cancelling, which is a level beyond anything else I’ve seen at this price. The build quality and overall design are good, even if the wireless mics are slightly larger than many I’m now seeing at this level, where more compact, button-style designs are becoming common.

The lack of an external mic input is a disappointment, especially as Nank has opted to include audio monitoring directly on the transmitters – a decision that feels slightly odd, in my opinion. That aside, this set offers outstanding value, supported by solid build quality and superb audio capture, along with some advanced features such as the ability to split the audio into mono, stereo, or a safety track – something not often seen at this price point.

If you’re just starting out, this is a great set and one I would highly recommend.