Therefore, it\u2019s time to kick chaos to the curb and achieve streaming perfection with our top 10 picks of microphone boom arms. From budget-friendly to low-profile, we\u2019ve got every kind in our kitty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We’ll dish out the specs, pros, and cons and guide you through the ideal use cases and setups. What’s more, we’ve gone the extra mile and pitted these mic arms against their rivals in the market. Why? To ensure you make the most informed decision when choosing the ultimate boom arm for your streaming setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1) Rode PSA1<\/a> – <\/strong>The best overall mic boom arm with 360-degree adjustability, sturdy steel construction, 3 lbs of weight capacity, and 32 inches horizontal and 33 inches vertical reach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 2) Blue Compass Premium<\/a> – <\/strong>A low-profile mic arm with concealed springs and cable management, 360-degree adjustability, 2.4 lbs of weight capacity, and 32 inches of vertical and horizontal reach. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 3) Neewer NW-35<\/a> – <\/strong>One of the best budget-friendly microphone boom arms with a 27.6 inches reach and 1kg weight capacity. It also boasts a 360-degree fully rotatable and 270-degree pivotable spigot and a double-layer pop filter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 4) On-Stage MBS5000<\/a> – <\/strong> The perfect mic arm for home studios with a compact body, dual suspension springs, 3.5 lbs of weight capacity, and 38 inches of reach with extension. It comes with a 10-ft pre-installed XLR cable, a C-Style clamp for the desk, and a screw-in flange mount for overhead installations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 5) K&M 252<\/a> – <\/strong>An ideal boom arm for stage use, featuring a 3-piece foldable design and an adjustable 2-piece telescoping boom. It can support up to an eye-popping 15.4 lbs of weight and comes with non-scratching locking screws and non-slip rubber feet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 6) Heil Sound PL-2T<\/a> – <\/strong>A sleek and stylish mic arm with a 3.5 lbs weight capacity, removable top and backplates, capped screws, and hidden internal springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 7) Luling Arts<\/a> – <\/strong>The best boom arm, specifically designed for Blue Yeti mics, with an adjustable shock mount, a microphone shock mount, and 360-degree adjustability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 8) Samson MBA38-38<\/a> – <\/strong>A solid yet portable and lightweight mic arm with 360-degree adjustability, 5 lbs of weight capacity, a 3-bolt spring system, and a shock mount. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 9) Moukey<\/a> – <\/strong>Weighing at 1.64 lbs, this compact foldable arm comes with a 1.10 inches diameter for wired and wireless microphones and a non-slip rubber cushion pad. It allows for 360-degree adjustability and can support up to 2.2 lbs of mic weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n 10) Elgato Wave<\/a> – <\/strong>The best long-reach mic arm with a 360-degree horizontal rotation and a 90-degree upper vertical rotation, 29.1 inches in horizontal reach, and 4.4 lbs weight capacity. It features a ball head that adapts to screws of various sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n