RØDE PSA1 Professional Studio Arm
RØDE PSA-1 Shown with optional PSM-1 and Procaster Microphone fitted.
Compatible Microphones
- Most microphones weighing between 700g and 1.1kg
- RØDE Procaster, Podcaster, Broadcaster
- RØDE NT-USB (with optional PSM-1)
- RØDE NT-1, NT1-A, NT2-A, NT1000, K2
The Professional Boom-Arm Solution
Create the Ultimate Speech Capture Rig with the RØDE PSA-1
The RØDE PSA-1 is a professional microphone boom arm for radio, broadcast, videogame streaming and studio use which allows compatible microphones to be freely positioned above your desk for maximum convenience and optimal sound capture.
The PSA-1 features a horizontal reach of 820mm, and a vertical reach of 840mm combined with a full 360 degrees of rotational movement. It ships with both a desk clamp and desk insert mounting attachments, a 3/8” to 5/8” microphone thread adaptor as well as cable wraps for tidy installation on a wide range of desks.
The PSA-1 is compatible with most microphones weighing between 700g (1.5lb) and 1.1kg (2.4lb). Please note, the PSM-1 shock-mount is sold separately.
- Complete Freedom: Allows 360-degree rotation and a wide range of movement
- Secure: High quality parts ensure boom arm retains position when placed
- Professional: Ships with desk clamp and desk insert mount, as well as cable ties for tidy installation
| Weight: | 1.74 kg |
| Model: | PSA 1 |
| Colour: | MultiColored |
| Colour: | MultiColored |
| Origin: | China |
Great product at a fantastic price.
Product was a warehouse item and as a result, was well discounted. The box was pretty badly beaten up but the product itself was barely scratched. There was screeching that by all accounts was not uncommon and the good people at Rode suggested some sewing machine oil, who has that lying around? I happened to have some hair clipper oil that did the job, as silent and mobile as it should be. I am super happy with the product and the price.
Great Quality
After 5 years of constant use with one of the really cheap mic arms, I was sick of it not being able to support my mic properly. I finally bit the bullet and bought this one. This is the last mic arm you will need and it feels super professional and will never break. Honestly, for anything to do with microphones, Rode will always be #1 choice. You will never be disappointed.
Great Quality
After 5 years of constant use with one of the really cheap mic arms, I was sick of it not being able to support my mic properly. I finally bit the bullet and bought this one. This is the last mic arm you will need and it feels super professional and will never break. Honestly, for anything to do with microphones, Rode will always be #1 choice. You will never be disappointed.
Review for RODE PSA1 Boom Arm
Bought the rode boom arm for my NT1-A rode microphone. It is a secondhand bought from the amazon warehouse.
It had some minor imperfections but it doesn’t matter to me, I was more focused on its purpose and use.
Pros:
-its really durable
-design is decent but could be better
-cable management is alright, it has the option of putting the cable, inside the frame
-the yellow caution, was important, regarding the spring should be followed as it really sprang straight ones I have removed it.
-additional adaptor was very good, I needed one to fit my microphones.
-have given me more space on my table
Cons:
-instructions on adjusting is lacking; I tried to loosen the screws around to know its functions (I am complete beginner using a boom arm)
-the arm needs a weight resistance to fully adjust as when I was using it without any microphone, it was going higher.
I think there should be a cushion on the clamp; the steel adjustable below the clamp should have an additional cushion, as it may damage the table to where it is attached.
Overall, really happy with it, even though it was secondhand from amazon warehouse, it is still good and the price was much more acceptable when reduced. Good quality and highly recommended.
Best of the best.
Easy to assemble and performs exactly as you’d expect.
There are cheaper options out there but if you want peace of mind and an excellent product, don’t hesitate to buy the PSA1.
The only problem, without a microphone attached, the arm has some tight springs and will bounce up. There’s screws on the joints that will minimise this, but it creeps up eventually. If you keep the mic on the stand there’s no problem and it can be tucked away like in the picture.
Also, when in use, the arm will stay perfectly in place and you don’t have to apply any significant pressure to move it around. Has a real nice feel when adjusting.
Fantastic product.
Bought for a RODE NT1-A
So glad I spent a bit more than than the other mic stands I saw on amazon, this stand is so sturdy. Easy to set up and you can put it out of the way in two seconds. I don’t have to worry about the weight of my microphone toppling over. You adjust it to a spot and it’ll stay there!
Best of the best.
Easy to assemble and performs exactly as you’d expect.
There are cheaper options out there but if you want peace of mind and an excellent product, don’t hesitate to buy the PSA1.
The only problem, without a microphone attached, the arm has some tight springs and will bounce up. There’s screws on the joints that will minimise this, but it creeps up eventually. If you keep the mic on the stand there’s no problem and it can be tucked away like in the picture.
Also, when in use, the arm will stay perfectly in place and you don’t have to apply any significant pressure to move it around. Has a real nice feel when adjusting.
Fantastic product.
Perfect but could be cheape
100% finished off the look with my rode mic. I used to have a crappy stand but I was so happy when I got this one.
Fulfills Its Function. Overpriced.
Review posted after almost 3 months of use/installation.
This is the first mic mount I have ever used. I purchased this after watching/reading a plethora of reviews. It is considered as the best product in its class.
Installation:
My desk has a metal bar on the underside running all along the entire desk. So I thought I would have to use the grommet to install. However, I managed to use the clamp although it does not sit flush under the desk. It has given me no problems.
The only part that confused me was installing the mic to the end. The two knobs at the top do not tighten despite the mic being secure. I am unsure if this is how it was intended. But it works _()_/
Design & Build:
The arm is solid and sturdy and when you lift it out the box you will feel that there is some good weight to it.
Okay, now the base and how it functions. I have read reviews and reddit anecdotes on the base as it has given some folks struggle. Basically, the arm just slots in to the base and sits there. There is no lock type mechanism to keep it in place. Some folk think this is an error or poor design.
I have had no problems with this and it seems like this is the way the arm is supposed to be attached to the base. Surprisingly, it works perfectly and has given me no problems.
Price:
My final gripe is with the price. This may be the best in class but this is overpriced. I guess if it is really durable and stands the test of time it will be worth it though.
You get what you pay fo
Great mic arm. I have used many cheaper versions in the past and decided to spend a bit more and get this one. I am not disappointed. I do a lot of voice over work and audio editing and this arm is fab. It sits where you want it when you are recording, doesn’t wobble or move and holds my, heavy, mic with ease. It’s not the cheapest but I strongly recommend it.
MUCH better quality and bigger than my clanky (albeit 15) Neewer arm. The Neewer held up my SM7B but it just felt completely brittle. The arm was clearly cheap though functional. I was concerned about the Rode arm at first because I couldn’t find any pictures of the actual clamp. I just assumed that the cone shaped thing was screwed into the desk and so I didn’t consider this arm because of that. I took the gamble and sure enough that clamp is there and the desk option is a quality metal thing to insert into a drilled desk.
The joins of this arm are very sturdy and they hold my heavy SM7B in place. I’ve heard only a few squeaks out of it. I’ve heard that it’s a bad idea to oil, since might no longer take the weight of a heavy mic due to lack of friction. It swings in the clamp stand (the cone) freely and can rotate quite fast. I swung the mic into play to do some quick vocals and it nearly swung and hit my screen. My fault however. The quality of the straights on this arm are clearly thicker than my previous arm (which bent) and the arm is heavy overall.
Whilst fitting the SM7B mic, I was concerned that there wasn’t enough clearance to plug the XLR into the SM7B holder due to the chrome tighteners. I managed to get it in, but it’s at a slight angle and putting lateral pressure on it. The arm has an option to put the actual wire inside the frame, but I’ve no idea how to do this unless I were to be electrically savvy and good with a soldering iron to take apart an XLR cable!
Overall,really pleased. My ‘studio’ is maturing as I age. I’m proud of my mic and this arm is the icing on the cake.
You get what you pay fo
Great mic arm. I have used many cheaper versions in the past and decided to spend a bit more and get this one. I am not disappointed. I do a lot of voice over work and audio editing and this arm is fab. It sits where you want it when you are recording, doesn’t wobble or move and holds my, heavy, mic with ease. It’s not the cheapest but I strongly recommend it.
Great produc
Much better then that cheap 15 I had, very sturdy and feels high quality, definitely worth the price
Great investme
I rate this product, I thought the clamp would be unstable but its actually not, which is great. I use a Rode NT USB with this and its very sturdy and won’t move until I want it to.
Only gripe is I wish there were 4 velcro straps and not three, but that’s my cable management OCD across the frame!!
Great investme
I rate this product, I thought the clamp would be unstable but its actually not, which is great. I use a Rode NT USB with this and its very sturdy and won’t move until I want it to.
Only gripe is I wish there were 4 velcro straps and not three, but that’s my cable management OCD across the frame!!
Great product for the Rode NT-USB
Such a great product I bought this for my Rode NT-USB microphone. Really sturdy and well made.
Worth every penny.
Having tried cheaper arms, I must say that I’m delighted with this model. The table clamp is solid and doesn’t wobble at all. It’s easy to push the mic away and return it to it’s original position. Works better than expected with the rather heavy Rode Pod mic and also with the significantly lighter Neumann BCM706. It’s well made and requires minimal fuss to set up. One of the best additions to my home studio. (No squeaking issue with mine either). Highly recommended!
Just perfect!
Nothing to dislike about this arm, it looks great and works perfectly.
Honestly just buy i
What I love about this arm is that its quality, I’ve used it all day after the easiest setup in my life, I am a big fan of my rode NT USB for streaming and discord as I can pair it with a pair of good quality studio headphones and have a great sound quality experience in my ears as well as with my mic, if I stream or use discord, however the stand the NT USB came with I had to have close to me so I would always knock the mic over or worse you could hear me type or click even sometimes with noise suppression/noise gates. Also the mic then sounds “airy” as there is a lot of room between me and the mic now there is not problem what so ever, I swing the mic in when I want to use it and out when not needed, saving ample desk space and also being able to fix many sound issues, with regards to quality, it feels like a high quality Item, if you don’t mind the investment I couldn’t recommend this highly enough
Honestly just buy i
What I love about this arm is that its quality, I’ve used it all day after the easiest setup in my life, I am a big fan of my rode NT USB for streaming and discord as I can pair it with a pair of good quality studio headphones and have a great sound quality experience in my ears as well as with my mic, if I stream or use discord, however the stand the NT USB came with I had to have close to me so I would always knock the mic over or worse you could hear me type or click even sometimes with noise suppression/noise gates. Also the mic then sounds “airy” as there is a lot of room between me and the mic now there is not problem what so ever, I swing the mic in when I want to use it and out when not needed, saving ample desk space and also being able to fix many sound issues, with regards to quality, it feels like a high quality Item, if you don’t mind the investment I couldn’t recommend this highly enough
Nice and large! but squeaks straight out of the box
upgraded form a cheap 10 mic arm, its so much nicer! but my only gripe is that it squeaks at the joints already, a bit of wd40, and its gone, but still, not great out of the box
Great Boom Arm for Yeti X
Superb Boom Arm. Easy to set up. Easy to move. Highly recommended. Currently using with a Shock Mount and a Yeti X.
Thank you
Sturdy with a few creeks
The arm is very easy to install and set up however the mounting point for the microphone is a little tricky and sometimes frustrating. The arm (or at least mine) has a creek at the middle joint when I move it sometimes which isn’t very pleasing but easily ignorable if you leave it in one position all the time.
Sturdy with a few creeks
The arm is very easy to install and set up however the mounting point for the microphone is a little tricky and sometimes frustrating. The arm (or at least mine) has a creek at the middle joint when I move it sometimes which isn’t very pleasing but easily ignorable if you leave it in one position all the time.
Perfect solutio
Extremely high quality, sturdy and very posable. Would recommend going for this as an investment over cheaper alternatives. Fits my RODE NT1-A perfectly with the shock mount and a huge upgrade over my modmic I had prior. Can move great distance and hold its position, and be moved well out of the way when not in use. Paired with a scarlet 2i4 audio interface & DT 770pro beyeredynamic headphones w/DAC.
Only slight hinderence I had was trying to pose the mic with the end of the stand. All is needed is to secure it in place, the use the shock mount fixing to pose it precisely where its wanted.
Perfect solutio
Extremely high quality, sturdy and very posable. Would recommend going for this as an investment over cheaper alternatives. Fits my RODE NT1-A perfectly with the shock mount and a huge upgrade over my modmic I had prior. Can move great distance and hold its position, and be moved well out of the way when not in use. Paired with a scarlet 2i4 audio interface & DT 770pro beyeredynamic headphones w/DAC.
Only slight hinderence I had was trying to pose the mic with the end of the stand. All is needed is to secure it in place, the use the shock mount fixing to pose it precisely where its wanted.
5.0 out of 5 stars Do Not Buy The Cheap Arms
For years I used one of those cheap mic arms which came in a bundle. Never again.
This arm might look expensive but it’s a beautifully built, full swivel arm which is so easy to attach to a desk as the mounting point and the arm detach from each other with just a pull, the mounting point also has a flush metal backing so it can easily be added to desks that are against walls unlike the bundle mounts which has a screw at the back.
It is a spring loaded arm so it will need some weight, though your microphone should weigh enough to hold it in any position needed for your use.
Unlike bundle arms, this arm is also quite tall, with the first join being taller than bundles ones, giving it a better reach and moving it out of the way of your arms. A common issue I had with bundle arms was that the arm as too low, and would end up being close to my mouse or keyboard hand depending on which side it was on, so if I moved my hand away to get a drink I would end up punching the arm – which of course is picked up on the mic.
Do Not Buy The Cheap Arms
For years I used one of those cheap mic arms which came in a bundle. Never again.
This arm might look expensive but it’s a beautifully built, full swivel arm which is so easy to attach to a desk as the mounting point and the arm detach from each other with just a pull, the mounting point also has a flush metal backing so it can easily be added to desks that are against walls unlike the bundle mounts which has a screw at the back.
It is a spring loaded arm so it will need some weight, though your microphone should weigh enough to hold it in any position needed for your use.
Unlike bundle arms, this arm is also quite tall, with the first join being taller than bundles ones, giving it a better reach and moving it out of the way of your arms. A common issue I had with bundle arms was that the arm as too low, and would end up being close to my mouse or keyboard hand depending on which side it was on, so if I moved my hand away to get a drink I would end up punching the arm – which of course is picked up on the mic.
Just buy this instead of wasting the same money on multiple inferior products
For years I had bought the cheaper budget alternatives to this product, and for years those arms have bent under the weight of mics, lost their tension, come loose at joints and so on.
After 3-4 occurrences of this I decided to bite the bullet and do something I should have a long time ago and purchased this mic arm.
No regrets what so ever.
Incredibly well made
Everything about this arm feels strong and well put together, had a cheaper mount that couldn’t support the weight of my Blue Yeti but this takes it in its stride, the velcro cable tidies are a very nice addition, I am not using a shock mount with mine and find that I do not get any vibration or noise unless I hit the arm as my clumsy self does regularly.
Incredibly well made
Everything about this arm feels strong and well put together, had a cheaper mount that couldn’t support the weight of my Blue Yeti but this takes it in its stride, the velcro cable tidies are a very nice addition, I am not using a shock mount with mine and find that I do not get any vibration or noise unless I hit the arm as my clumsy self does regularly.
The only microphone stand you should ever consider.
Let’s be honest with a lot of products, the more money you spent, the better the item is. The Rode PSA1 is no exception. After testing many different microphone stands from all price categories, I can safely say this is the best. The spring-loaded mechanism, sensational build quality and brushed metal finish makes this the best out there.
If you need a microphone stand, look no further than the Rode PSA1.
Great Boom Arm
A rock solid arm which was easy to mount and has not budged since being put in place.
STRONG AND STURDY! Makeshift Camera Mount.
This arm is fantastic. Can hold cameras that are dang heavy. (Don’t mind my messy desk in the picture)
Sturdy and solid. Well worth the price tag. Would buy again if needed.
Great Microphone Arm
Well made sturdy product used in a professional environment. Well worth the extra spend over cheaper inferior products.
well worth the money
Good product clamps to desk great not needed to re tighten as yet, have not tried bolt through table as may want to relocate. Just be aware when unpacking to hold unit together when removing strap as it could spring open.
Worth it. Solid. Sturdy
Seems pretty sturdy to me! It holds my Rode NT-USB well (as it should!). I’m guessing the 1 star reviews just got a bad batch. If it squeaks at any point, just add some WD40 I guess. Happy with my purchase
Its a really solid boom arm
Its very sturdy, strong and well made. I just wish it had a bit more manoeuvrability without having to buy other parts like shock mounts to position the mic in more ways. I also wish the bolt to hold the mic up / in position had a bit more clearance for cables and gripped better.
over all it feels like this will last me a very long time and I’m happy with my purchase.
Good Arm, needs a shockmount to weight down if using Yeti Nano
Good mic arm, using it with my Yeti Nano at the moment.
With just the Mic on the arm it’s too light for you to keep it in place if you want it low down, springs back up.
Instructions with it aren’t the best, had an issue with fitting the mic properly to the arm because it’s not very clear.
If you attach your mic and it spins around it’s because the two knobs on the side need tightening, it doesn’t seem right but basically the two knobs on either side put pressure on the cylinder in the middle that otherwise spins freely.
You have to put a lot of pressure on it so you have to make it really tigh
Best microphone stand
This is quite easily the best microphone stand for under 100 in my opinion. I was almost going to go for the cheaper options available on Amazon but decided to shell out for this & was not disappointed! My only gripe would be the lack of cable management.
A little pricey, but worth the cos
I ordered the Rode PSA1 to replace one of the cheaper boom arms, and while I was expecting an improvement, I’m impressed with just how much of an improvement the PSA1 actually is.
In no particular order:
– The (not-in-desk) mounting mechanism is robust, as is the microphone mount, and while there is a little bit of wobble when the boom arm is extended, it’s no where near the amount of wobble my cheap boom arm generates. The Rode is positively solid in comparison. Movement range is 360 degrees, and manipulating the arm is easy.
– The spring mechanism is internal rather than external, which gives it a nice clean look. This _is_ a weighted mechanism, so microphone assemblies of a certain weight are required (in this case, a shock mount was required to make my microphone heavy enough to keep the boom arm in place).
– The build quality is excellent. The PSA1 is high quality construction.
In terms of negatives, I don’t have much to say. The arm is weighted so microphones under that weight won’t work here, and it would be nice if the item weren’t so expensive. Maybe an extra velcro tie would have been nice (four instead of three).
However, unless you receive a faulty unit there’s not much to complain about here. It’s absolutely worth the premium over those cheaper boom arms and I’d recommend the Rode to anyone in a heartbeat.
Great quality boom arm
Great quality boom arm. Don’t waste your time with cheap options.
It is balanced and stable. The desk clamp is great and simple to use.
I use it to hold Rode shotgun mics and various large diagram condensors. No problems at all.
Bear in mind that when this is closed down it will try to spring open.
It's good
It clamps to my table. Makes my mic look good. Hate the price of something that has been selling for years
A high quality boom arm
I’ve used the boom arm with a blue Yeti Nano. It was quick and easy to setup. It is pretty manoeuvrable, and I can place the microphone exactly where I need.
The build quality is very good. With the Yeti Nano it does not drop or rise in an undesired way. It holds my placement perfectly.
Perfect for the SM7B and heavy weight mics
Couldn’t expect better, it is sturdy, easy to install moves very well. Overall I couldn’t expect better!
Great produc
Clean slick design, better than all the rest.
If you’re looking for a mic stand that lasts weeks/months sure, go ahead and purchase the cheap ones (I’ve had to replace them twice)
Finally went and decided to order this, and It’s sturdy, smooth and doesn’t squeak
Highly recommend this stand.
careful when opening it lol!
you get what you pay for if stick of the cheap boom arms breaking get this it wont let you down!
Its actually not bad.
Looking at different reviews i seen a lot of complaints about it but I don’t have anything bad to say about it. Its arrives in its original packaging that shows what it is however that didn’t bother me. Its sturdy and doesn’t move about at all. I have it clamped to the desk and can adjust it whenever i need it. Overall though it works great and there’s isn’t anything bad about it.
Quality build, steady and reliable
I know you can buy cheaper but this design, quality of build and thoroughness is very good.
Used with Rode Podcaster, and clamped to a table it stays in place even when extended to the full. Worked with plenty of people who use cheaper clone items and they complain about vibration and unable to use to the ful extent of the capabilities. Pleased, would recommend to pay the extra for the Rode product over ‘clone’ / lookalikes.
Quality build, steady and reliable
I know you can buy cheaper but this design, quality of build and thoroughness is very good.
Used with Rode Podcaster, and clamped to a table it stays in place even when extended to the full. Worked with plenty of people who use cheaper clone items and they complain about vibration and unable to use to the ful extent of the capabilities. Pleased, would recommend to pay the extra for the Rode product over ‘clone’ / lookalikes.
Absolute Perfectio
I have used multiple desk mounts, boom arms and small tripods for my Mics but none are as easy and good as this, it clamps onto your desk (or you can screw it on) and its extremely stable. i have used all my strength to try and move it while its clamped on and i couldnt budge it an inch so dont worry about it moving on its own.
It supports a good amount of weight, currently i use an Audi Technica 2020 mic and it holds it like a champ in any position with no sway or drooping.
The stand is completely flexible unlike alot of others, normally you would have to unscrew sections of the arm to move them, with this you dont, it does it all on its own. if you wanna move it up you just raise it and it will stay in its new position, want it lowered then just lower it. Highly suggest this for any streamer or youtube content producer. it is the go to mic boom.
Absolute Perfectio
I have used multiple desk mounts, boom arms and small tripods for my Mics but none are as easy and good as this, it clamps onto your desk (or you can screw it on) and its extremely stable. i have used all my strength to try and move it while its clamped on and i couldnt budge it an inch so dont worry about it moving on its own.
It supports a good amount of weight, currently i use an Audi Technica 2020 mic and it holds it like a champ in any position with no sway or drooping.
The stand is completely flexible unlike alot of others, normally you would have to unscrew sections of the arm to move them, with this you dont, it does it all on its own. if you wanna move it up you just raise it and it will stay in its new position, want it lowered then just lower it. Highly suggest this for any streamer or youtube content producer. it is the go to mic boom.
Didn't know a mic arm could bring happiness
You want this mic arm, you need this mic arm, if you are looking for a mic arm, this is the one for you. Damn, if you aren’t looking for a mic arm, this is the one for you. Very stable, smooth moving and holds exactly where you want it. Not much more to say, you won’t be mad about the money you spent, worth it.
Another QUALITY product from RODE
Another QUALITY product from RODE ,yes it costs a bit more than some similar stands BUT the stand is of professional QUALITY
Simply brillia
One of the best desktop boom arms for a microphone I have used.
Great Produc
Bought this to go with my Rode PodMic and i have no regrets at all.
This mic arm has a great construcion, the arm extends smoothly and with little resistance compared to some other arms i have owned in the past. The PodMic attached to it does cause the arm to dip slightly btu only by half an inch if that. The arm has 360 degree swivel and extends a reasonable distance.
My only issue is that when folded it does not lock in place, instead the springs force it to snap back to being nearly fully extended and i nearly took my eye out when i first opened this thing up but apart from that it is a great quality product and i would definitely recommend to anyone if theyre willing to pay the price for i
Great Produc
Bought this to go with my Rode PodMic and i have no regrets at all.
This mic arm has a great construcion, the arm extends smoothly and with little resistance compared to some other arms i have owned in the past. The PodMic attached to it does cause the arm to dip slightly btu only by half an inch if that. The arm has 360 degree swivel and extends a reasonable distance.
My only issue is that when folded it does not lock in place, instead the springs force it to snap back to being nearly fully extended and i nearly took my eye out when i first opened this thing up but apart from that it is a great quality product and i would definitely recommend to anyone if theyre willing to pay the price for i
Great Mic Arm, that fits Razer Siren Elite straight onto it.
A great mic arm, my Razor Siren Elite fits straight onto it and I am now able to position it anywhere that works for me. My only criticism is it is quite expensive for what it is.
The PROPER piece of ki
This item is ABSOLUTELY PERFECT for use with any microphones, and I am that pleased with it as I ended up buying another (not from Amazon) not from Amazon because they sold out within a half hour period during which I secured my purchase.
In deciding, which boom arm to go for this is a NO BRAINIER!
Just do it!
Fabulous
This is a great product for the RODE mic. It is heavy but once you put the mic in it is like magic you can adjust it by moving it. It came really well wrapped up and I though what an exaggeration but I drop it and it chips really easy so when you take it out of the box put it in its final place straight away. I am not sure it is worth it to get the mic without this swivel arm.
Fabulous
This is a great product for the RODE mic. It is heavy but once you put the mic in it is like magic you can adjust it by moving it. It came really well wrapped up and I though what an exaggeration but I drop it and it chips really easy so when you take it out of the box put it in its final place straight away. I am not sure it is worth it to get the mic without this swivel arm.
Butter smooth...
That’s the only way to describe the RDE PSA1…butter smooth. Every time I checked for this product it was annoyingly unavailable. Hopefully, that demonstrates it being in-demand, due to it’s build quality. Easy to install, and it completes part of my office set-up.
Solid sturdy product. Resonates somewhat, but no big deal
Sturdy and holds its position well.
Arm doesn’t creak when moved, but when tapped, resonates with a ‘clang’ which you’d think might make it into recordings when the desk is jolted or the arm moved, but I’ve not noticed it yet.
Overall, happy with it.
Solid product, just pack it better please...
Without a doubt a well built microphone stand, nothing negative to say about the product very solid, really good job by RODE. Packaging was disgraceful though, box was showing up and I honestly think someone peaked at the package because it was attractive, fortunately nothing was missing.
Smooth movement and robust build
The PSA1 is a quality product. The movement is silky smooth and effortless, but once positioned, it stays put. The build quality is also great. It feels substantial and strong. The Rode branded velcro ties for cable management, are a nice touch.
The Best. Buy it if you can.
I have other mounts, this one is by far the sturdiest and best for my DSLR camera.
Strong and very sturdy.
Read lots of reviews. And it is better then reviews. Gamer son is very very impressed with it.
Brillia
A great addition to my rode Nt usb that I recently purchased really pleased with it and has made my studio look more professional.
Well made and robust mic boom arm
Initially bought a much cheaper generic version and it broke as soon as I mounted the mic on it, the genuine Rode version is infinitely better and supports the mic and shock cage perfectly. Far more robust and extremely well made. Well worth the extra cost.
Totally worth the money
I couldn’t be happier with this microphone boom arm. Last week I order a cheap mic arm for 16.99 and I had to return it because it was absolutely unusable, so I decided to try this one and I am so pleased.
It was easy to mount and the clamp is big enough to fit my 6.5cm thick desk.
You can easily move it and it’s stays exactly where you place it.
RODE
My online gaming friends recommended this Rode PSA1, to me and now I can see why they buy it, it’s much stronger and heavy also easy to setup on the desk and when you pay out good money for the Blue Yet X microphone that I have you don’t want to put it on a cheap boom and I wouldn’t buy any cheap boom arm copies sold on Amazon,
So I Recommended RODE PSA1 to anyone who is looking for a good value Boom for their microphone.
RODE
My online gaming friends recommended this Rode PSA1, to me and now I can see why they buy it, it’s much stronger and heavy also easy to setup on the desk and when you pay out good money for the Blue Yet X microphone that I have you don’t want to put it on a cheap boom and I wouldn’t buy any cheap boom arm copies sold on Amazon,
So I Recommended RODE PSA1 to anyone who is looking for a good value Boom for their microphone.
Perfect.
It is very sturdy, durable and large. The clamp is the same.
It is definitely worth the cost. It swivels seamlessly and although you don’t secure it in the clamp, there is no way it will accidentally come out like on cheaper arms.
If I let’s say die mid-game, I can just ever so slightly shove it up effortlessly and it’s out the way so I can do other stuff. I can tuck it behind my monitor as its tall enough unlike my old cheap arm. This review is small as it’s midnight.
Perfect.
It is very sturdy, durable and large. The clamp is the same.
It is definitely worth the cost. It swivels seamlessly and although you don’t secure it in the clamp, there is no way it will accidentally come out like on cheaper arms.
If I let’s say die mid-game, I can just ever so slightly shove it up effortlessly and it’s out the way so I can do other stuff. I can tuck it behind my monitor as its tall enough unlike my old cheap arm. This review is small as it’s midnight.
Brilliant Produc
Love it – it’s just arrived and it took 2 minutes to set up and it works perfectly with my Rode NT1A mic. You get what you pay for and I couldn’t be happier. It’s exactly what I wanted.
Better than I thought it could be
You can move it in any direction and it won’t move a part that is unexpected. If you’ve not used a cheaper one you may not know what I mean. But, the arms move totally independently which gives you so much greater freedom of movement. Thoroughly worth the money. If you can afford it, get it over it’s cheaper counterparts.
Don't even think about cheaper boom arms
After many cheaper boom arms that left my feeling unsatisfied with performance I finally took the plunge and bought the Rode Boom arm. Totally worth it. Super sturdy on my desk and easy to move the microphone to and from my face. Can’t believe I wasted so much time and money before with cheaper arms. This will be the first and last boom arm you ever buy if you get this instead of cheaper boom arms.
Don't even think about cheaper boom arms
After many cheaper boom arms that left my feeling unsatisfied with performance I finally took the plunge and bought the Rode Boom arm. Totally worth it. Super sturdy on my desk and easy to move the microphone to and from my face. Can’t believe I wasted so much time and money before with cheaper arms. This will be the first and last boom arm you ever buy if you get this instead of cheaper boom arms.
Delivered with a damaged box
Great product but disappointed with Hermes UK delivery because when it got to the house, the box was damaged as I bought for a present for someone now I have to put it in a different box
its good, but doesnt do everything
i need to clamp it at an angle above my monitor and have it drop down. unfortunately it only works when the clamp is attached upright, otherwise the arm will slide out.
Certainly great for a standard desk mount.
Sturdy
I like how sturdy it is and the way it keeps the angle the same. The clamp is perfect. -1 star as I didn’t receive the metal desk insert.
Would recommend
Holds it’s position well, easily adjusted and has plenty of reach.
Two very minor gripes that wouldn’t put me off buying another but for the sake of being fussy. The cable management down the arm isn’t great, velcro straps have no locating lug or stopper so will slide after a while. A non issue to be honest but it catches my attention. Gripe number two is a little more pertinent. The clamping face that mates with the underside of the desk is small – if you were to accidentaliy knock the arm with enough force with the clamp torqued up, the lip of the face could impress into the desk if it’s soft. An unlikely but possible event.
Am still 100% I’ve got this all the same.
Would recommend
Holds it’s position well, easily adjusted and has plenty of reach.
Two very minor gripes that wouldn’t put me off buying another but for the sake of being fussy. The cable management down the arm isn’t great, velcro straps have no locating lug or stopper so will slide after a while. A non issue to be honest but it catches my attention. Gripe number two is a little more pertinent. The clamping face that mates with the underside of the desk is small – if you were to accidentaliy knock the arm with enough force with the clamp torqued up, the lip of the face could impress into the desk if it’s soft. An unlikely but possible event.
Am still 100% I’ve got this all the same.
Just what I needed
I wanted a cheap version of this, as I could not see why you would need to pay more than 20 for a simple piece of equipment. However, I quickly realised that it’s better to pay more now than pay twice over (and more) for peace of mind.
You pay for quality and solid build with good mounting options. A silent and ergonomic addition to the studio. A purchase I haven’t regretted.
Pretty Good
Pretty quick to setup. Needed to tweak a bit to fit my Rode mic, but got there in the end.
And it works really well, with really smooth movement.
Great boom arm! Worth the money.
Great boom arm for any desktop microphone. The clamp where you mount the arm is very loose but not in a bad way, you could use a bit of blue tac if it is too loose for you. It’s not that lightweight but AS a boom arm that’s a good thing. All in all a great solid bit of kit!
Does exactly what i wanted it for...!
All good – is all i can say about a great bit of kit..!
Sturdy!
Good sturdy arm. Holds my ride pod mic which is quite heavy with ease doesn’t say or fall dow
Love i
This just arrived, first thoughts are I love it. Very sturdy but not lightweight. I bought it to use with a camera for top down filming and it’s perfect.
It makes the world of difference
Such a good quality scissor arm! No twangy springs and so well engineered. I have taken the option to use the mount that is cut into your desk, and it makes it so much cleaner. I love it.
Expected better for the price
The arm works great but it arrived with a crazy grinding/squeaking sound when adjusting the vertical position. Some Vaseline resolved the issue but shouldn’t have been a problem in the first place.
Very happy with i
I have to say, I’ve had it for 2 months and I’m very happy with it. It’s very easy to attach to my desk and it’s also easy to change mic positions with it and it remains quite stable (providing that the mic is heavy enough). One thing that I found surprising though is that when you put the arm into the table mount, it’s just a hole so it’s a little wobbly. But it’s never fallen or anything and at least it makes it easy to dismount maybe?
Very happy with i
I have to say, I’ve had it for 2 months and I’m very happy with it. It’s very easy to attach to my desk and it’s also easy to change mic positions with it and it remains quite stable (providing that the mic is heavy enough). One thing that I found surprising though is that when you put the arm into the table mount, it’s just a hole so it’s a little wobbly. But it’s never fallen or anything and at least it makes it easy to dismount maybe?
Very sturdy, great quality and size.
Love the way it looks and holds my Rode NT-USB Microphone. The Velcro straps to hold the cable in place is a really nice touch. A bit pricey though.
Expensive but good quality
I bought this product as it was the only thing compatible with my razer SEIRN microphone, and it works perfectly. It is rather expensive though, no other complaints.
Great mic arm
Holds microphone in place perfectly. It can withstand being adjusted frequently without losing any tension. Defiantly worth it over cheaper alternatives.
It Works
Similar to a lot of reviews here, I had a cheap microphone arm that I was forever struggling to adjust to hold the microphone steady. It wasn’t great for my Rode condenser microphone but I only used it for home recording and so I thought it was pointless buying a better one . However, the connector snapped and I had to throw it away and decided that it wasn’t worth buying another cheap one. Decided to give this a go and it’s great: holds the microphone steady, adjusts easily and is strong enough not to droop :-). Well worth the money.
Just Great!
This is a quality mic holder and you might see most of the top streamers using this and now I know why.
Good but stiff
Started off really good but now has a slight stiffness to it after a few weeks of daily use. Would still recommend although for the price It would have been good if it was still smooth after a few weeks usage
Worth paying the extra
Pay cheap, pay twice, I you think it is pricey then save a bit more as this is worth paying more for, it seems expensive for in the long run it isn’t. It is nicely made, easy to put together and does the job. It is very sturdy, no squeaks when you move it around, it feels very slick and above all it hold my AKG heavy microphone without dropping.
Worth paying the extra for in my honest opinion.