Tripod Company 3 Legged Thing Ventures Into Audio With Wireless ‘Str3amcase’ Lav Mics

Nov 21, 2024

Jeremy Gray

Three black wireless microphone transmitters with a receiver, displaying signal icons. Next to them is an open black charging case with red lining labeled "STR3AMCASE," holding the devices securely inside.

As its name suggests, British company 3 Legged Thing is best known for its tripods and associated accessories, like camera plates and L brackets. However, the company has ventured into new territory this week with its Str3amcase triple mic system, hereafter referred to as “Streamcase.”

The $129.99 triple mic system comprises a trio of 2.4GHz, lightweight lavalier microphones that attach to the wearer via a clip or magnet, similar to offerings from companies like DJI, Hollyland, Rode, Saramonic, and Shure. The Streamcase includes one receiver and two transmitters, allowing three people to be recorded simultaneously.

3 Legged Thing says its new mic system is “ideal for content creators and mobile videographers,” and each of the included mics features one-key noise reduction, auto-pairing, and a one-touch mute function. The company has also spent effort in making the setup process as straightforward as possible.

The mic receiver has a standard 3.5mm headphone input to enable real-time audio monitoring, and it offers digital output options for direct connections to iPhone and Android smartphones and cameras over 3.5mm and USB-C. Connectors for each type of system are included in the package.

The image shows a black case with an orange interior labeled "STR3AMCASE." Inside, there are three compact black devices with grille-like patterns. The case's lid is open, revealing the devices.

The two transmitter mics have 3.5mm sockets to allow for additional lavalier microphones to be connected to the system, which 3 Legged Thing says enables further audio system expansion and usability.

A person wearing a striped shirt with a small clip-on microphone attached, featuring a furry windscreen. — Note that this image appears to be a digital mockup, rather than a real, in-situation product image.

The receiver and pair of transmitters, each labeled with white text, fit inside a black charging case powered by USB-C. Each mic also includes a “dead hamster” shield for outdoor noise reduction. Somewhat crass name aside, it is a small, fluffy mic attachment that looks, as its name suggests, like a dead hamster. It is similar to the larger “deadcat” windshield that comes with many mics.

All three mics have an unobstructed wireless transmission range of up to 50 meters (164 feet) and promise up to five hours of battery life per charge. The wireless lavs also include multifunction indicator lights to assist with operation.

A digital camera mounted on a tripod is shown from the back. The camera has a large lens, an attached external transmitter, and visible control buttons. The tripod features adjustment knobs for positioning.

As for the rather dramatic product category shift, 3 Legged Thing explains that Streamcase fits the company’s longstanding mission to provide tools for content creation, including mobile photographers and videographers.

“The Streamcase 2.4GHz Triple Lavalier Microphone Kit is compact, simple to use, and ideal for live streaming, vlogging, interviews, content creation, and social media videos,” the company promises.

A smartphone displaying a recording app is connected to a small microphone with a furry windscreen. The microphone is attached via a cable, suggesting a setup for audio recording.