lavalier mic

Small wearable microphone

A lavalier mic is a small microphone that clips to clothing, typically near the collar or lapel.

It allows hands-free recording while keeping the mic close to the speaker's mouth: The interviewer clipped a lavalier mic to her guest's jacket.

Common in television, film, and presentations.

Also called a lav mic or lapel mic.

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