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Best mic boom arms

A boom arm holds the mic close to your mouth and swings out of the way when you're done. Match its weight rating to your mic, since heavy broadcast mics need a stronger arm, and check the clamp fits your desk edge.

Top 10 of 15 that qualify, from 46 mic stands compared. Ranked by how often independent reviewers recommend them.

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  1. RØDE PSA1

    Top pick

    RØDE PSA1

    Studio boom arm with internal springs and desk insert

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Holds
    1.1 kg (2.4 lb)
    Mount
    Desk clamp, Grommet
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    Yes
    Shock mount
    No
    What 6 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  2. InnoGear MU01 Boom Arm

    Budget pick

    InnoGear MU01 Boom Arm

    Scissor boom arm with desk clamp, holds 1.5 kg

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Holds
    1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  3. FIFINE CS1

    FIFINE CS1

    Budget scissor boom arm with metal desk clamp

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    Pop filter
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  4. InnoGear MU-PSA28 Boom Arm

    InnoGear MU-PSA28 Boom Arm

    Internal-spring arm with cable channels and riser

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Holds
    1.6 kg (3.5 lb)
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    Yes
    Internal springs
    Yes
    Shock mount
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  5. SUNMON Scissor Boom Arm

    SUNMON Scissor Boom Arm

    Scissor boom arm with 3/8 to 5/8 adapter

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    Pop filter
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  6. Samson MBA48

    Samson MBA48

    48-inch boom arm with internal springs, clamp and flange

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Holds
    2.3 kg (5.1 lb)
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    Yes
    Shock mount
    No
    What 7 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  7. FIFINE BM66

    FIFINE BM66

    All-metal boom arm with built-in cable channels

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    Yes
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    Pop filter
    No
    What 8 reviews say
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  8. Elgato Wave Mic Arm MK.2

    Elgato Wave Mic Arm MK.2

    Slim all-metal boom arm with riser and padded clamp

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    Pop filter
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  9. TONOR T90

    TONOR T90

    RGB scissor boom arm with cable channel

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Holds
    2 kg (4.4 lb)
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    Yes
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon
  10. FIFINE BM38

    FIFINE BM38

    Steel boom arm with RGB lighting

    • A boom arm swings in and out of the way
    Type
    Boom arm
    Holds
    1.5 kg (3.3 lb)
    Mount
    Desk clamp
    Hidden cable
    No
    Internal springs
    No
    Shock mount
    No
    PriceToday's price on AmazonView on Amazon

How we picked

We compared 46 mic stands with real Amazon listings and kept the 15 that meet all of this:

Every pick fits, so the order is about what to look at first. Models that independent reviewers recommend come first, the most often recommended at the top. The rest follow, best known and best liked first, with the newest model of a line ahead of older ones. No brand pays to be listed or placed higher. Prices change daily, so we never print one; Amazon shows today's price.

Reviews we drew on

We don't test products ourselves. These published roundups recommend picks on this list:

  1. musicradar.com Best mic stands 2026: For studio, stage, and podcasting

Questions

What are the best mic boom arms?

Our top three are the RØDE PSA1, InnoGear MU01 Boom Arm and FIFINE CS1. Each one meets everything this guide asks for.

What should mic boom arms have?

A boom arm swings in and out of the way. Every pick on this list does.

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