I love the flexibility of this arm which is essential for my very particular home office setup and i'm now getting rid of my Rode PSA1+ as that one is a pain in the ass when it comes to adjusting where the mic is screwed in whenever I need to switch up the orientation of the mic. with the Rode PSA1+ you have loosen it and then adjust position and hold it while tightening it up again, whereas with the Avermedia arm, you can simply rotate it. Additionally, the built-in rotating screw mechanism is such a simple but genius design which makes it way easier to screw on a mic there.

However there are some important things to consider. Go read the review by Tommy Thao to get all the details but to recap:

1) The cable management system is not designed for cables thicker than 6mm which sucks if you have thicker XLR cables.

2) The arm is weak. Im using a Shure MV7 which is a lightweight mic but I still found that I had to tighten the joint screws a little bit. Heavier mics will definitely not hold in place without tightening joint screws to the max and even then, it might not be enough depending on the weight of the mic/accessories.

3) Joint movement is tricky. I absolutely love the flexibility of this arm, however it is a bit tricky to get used to. You'll have to play with it a bit to see how it works but this wasn't a huge issue for me, I was able to figure it out for my setup fairly quickly. YMMV tho.

4) PRICE. This is where I think is the biggest problem with this arm. Its waaaaay to overpriced in its current state; this arm should be around $130. If it didnt have the issues that myself and others have pointed out then definitely would be worth the asking price. It needs to be beefed up so it can handle heavier mics, take thicker XLR cables and if they could add a built-in extension tube so the mic can be placed further from the arm, kind of like a mic stand boom arm that can extend out, I would gladly pay the asking price.

The reason I personally would like boom arm extension is that the way my desks are set up, the arm gets in the way of my monitor on my right hand side so I've added my own extension tube so I can place the arm out of my line of sight but still have the mic right in front of me with out blocking my view. Adding my own extension tube was a quick fix but its obviously not as secure as a built-in one would be. Also, since this adds weight due to being off center and whatnot, they would definitely need to beef up the joint tension system.

So overall, I love this arm because it works for my very particular setup and light weight mic, but I do believe it should be less expensive. Here's hoping theres a version 2 of this arm that address all of its short comings.

This is the nost versatile boom I've ever had the pleasure of using. I've had so many arms that just wouldn't bend how I wanted them to, and gave me problems holding a mic or a phone/camera/whatever exactly where or how I wanted it. Not a problem with this Avermedia arm. Love It.

I got this to have an adjustable boom arm for my setup and so far I'm very happy with it. I use a HyperX Quadcast and using the included adapter I was able to mount this without any issues.

You can adjust it multiple points so I was able to mount it to the left of my 34" Ultra wide and it's not taking up any screen real estate. Overall I'm happy with the look and functionality and it feels like a high quality boom arm.

As soon as you touch this mic arm you know it is going to be sturdy and great. The joints are strong and retain tension, the multiple set up methods are versatile and perfect, and the size of the arm is bigger than anticipated. If you want something that gives you a lot of choices for arrangement and placement between over monitor, under monitor, and low profile, then this is the only mic arm out there you should even consider. This thing is an absolute beast and I love it.

It did take a bit to get it articulated the way I wanted because the hinges are very tight (which is a good thing) and when I first was trying to rotate it to go low profile I thought I was going to break it haha, but I was very wrong, I don't think I could break this if I tried. I would suggest looking at the set up manual's image to make sure you have it rotating the appropriate direction to achieve the angles and positioning you want. Something I should have done first instead of saying "I got this", spoiler alert... he did not "got this"

I couldn't give this 10 starts out of 5, but I would have. Amazing.

This mic arm is built like a tank!

The joints hold firmly and won't easily budge with any standard equipment.

The back of the tube sections has a groove for cabling but won't fit anything more than 2 USB cables max. The included plastic covers do a great job of hiding the clip, but are really difficult to snap into place.

The range of motion is really fantastic and allows placement of the mic exactly where you want it. It easily reaches over my mounted monitors.

Small quibbles:

- It doesn't include a 3/8" adapter so if you want that, you'll need to acquire separately
- Would given the size, it would be been nice to have an additional 1/4" threaded mount point to attach a small light or other accessories

I should start off by saying that for a $180 boom arm, I expect near perfection. There are very similar single axis bending arms for $30.

That said, this arm bends on 2 axis. That makes it possible to position the microphone, camera, or whatever you have mounted in a variety of different ways from coming in low to coming in over a monitor, to parallel to the arm. Check out my video for different ways to position the arm.

The strength is very good. I think it can handle more than what I need in terms of weight. I did see another review saying something about arm creep. Check out my video to show you why someone may think that and how to use the arm where there’s zero arm creep from the weight.

My only nit on this arm is the cable management. The clips would not snap in and so I ended up using Velcro strips. It’s fine, but for a $180 arm, I would expect this to be better. Also, for the overall quality of the rest of the arm, the cable management feels like more of an afterthought. But it isn’t for me, I like a clean setup.

If you need/want the 2 axis movement (shown in the video), this is your arm and should serve you well. For everyone else, I would say save at least $100 and get a 1 axis arm.

This broadcasting arm is different from the pack. And it is superior in stability to most desk booms out there. Most use a double, reciprocal spring style that all do the same thing and too often are a bit shaky, too short, too light and insecure for optimal desk boom use and reach. Most are cheap, entry level models that can’t match AVerMedia’s fluid movement, heft and locking advantages. AVeryMedia Live Streamer offers a few new design features combined with a heavy duty, brass tube arm and more angle movement capabilities. It offers versatility in positioning from vertical to low profile like a desk device and everything in between. But like all models what is most important is stability and then how easily it can be adjusted and then steady while in use. It also easily swings away for the rest of the time. Snap in plastic accessories hide the cable. The arm has easy connections for your mics as well as a small male post for cameras that can be adapted for lights as well. All devices can move smoothly in an extensive rotation making the arm especially capable of combining angles and movements of its various parts.

All arm angle positions are not equally stable if you push the load limit but not enough to worry that it will be serious trouble or topple over like a crane like some cheaper models. But substantial weight of the thick, metal arm plus up to its 4 lb load capacity can still be taxing on the load bearing limits placed on the desk mount C-clamp and the joints. That also varies a lot by extreme angles. Thankfully, the joints’ tension is easily controlled by tightening the screw on each joint with a dual Allen/Phillips wrench included with the arm. Conventional podcasting angles do not challenge this robust arm.

When looking at the additional uses and gear it can handle apart from mics, in my case, I have cameras with lenses and several kinds of lights that are simply too heavy for its limit. Within the 4 lb limit, unconventional uses that elongate the arm horizontally means you should just take extra care as a precaution, IMO. I also have several that are under the load limit. It is not difficult to make a distinction between the two.

The Allen wrench works but a better solution would be an appropriately designed knob for ease of use. In fact an ordinary knob is used as part of their solution to secure the arm to the base and table. The maximum weight is 1.8 kilos (3.968 lbs) or rounded downwards, 3.9 lbs.

The maximum load determines the extent to which you can safely go beyond mics into also attaching Photography gear as the company promises. Limits can’t be avoided but if it could add more weight would mean more capability in music and photography. For example an articulating metal arm like the Manfrotto 244 which has a load bearing limit of 10 lbs is designed to be used in studio photography. This gear is not a perfect analogy but does demonstrate improved ease of use and increased certainty that the arm will not move. That is primarily because their engineering of their tightening knob is outstanding. An excellent arm joint locking mechanism is far better than screws tightened by an Allen wrench in a direct comparison. But I can say that AVerMedia’s option is adequate. Perhaps in future iterations it might consider my option. A larger weight load would vastly increase the number of light heads and cameras that could be used and in turn would provide further proof of AVerMedia Live Streamer Arm’s distinct advantages in flexibility from the competition. And the right knob would make adjustments easier.

If you plan on using your your choice of a boom arm for a long time you will likely need to spend more money up front than you first preferred to avoid spending even more having to replace it. I realize the reality of budget constraints. Just make sure you get your money’s worth. There is much to like about this innovative arm but it is pricey.

This is an exceptional microphone arm that I recommend for content creators everywhere.

When I first received this, I was a little bit skeptical as there wasn't much in the box. You get the mic arm, the mount, an Allen wrench (one end has a Philips tip), and some cord organizers. However, as I began to set it up, I saw just how good the quality was. First off, this mic arm is DENSE and has a solid weight to it without being too heavy. The mount itself was also vastly superior in quality to others I have used, and I loved that it has a proper turn knob rather than that metal tightening bar that others have. After installing the mount to my desk and placing the microphone inside, I was free to start adjusting it to how I would typically use it.

Ultimately, for it to work well with my small desk and due to a couple other issues (more on that in a bit), I did end up using the arm backwards, but it still worked perfectly. The main joints on the arm are very robust and you can adjust the stiffness with the Allen key. I also love that this Mic arm has way more joints than others as it made it a lot easier to get the mic positioned more how I wanted. The main base can pivot left or right, while the first joint that connects the whole arm can go up or down, the second joint can also move in and out while also being to rotate in the opposite direction, and the third and final joint (where the mic is placed) can also move in the two alternating directions as well. This made it very easy to position the mic how I wanted and it has also made it very easy to move the mic out of the way when I am not using it.

However, there are a couple issues that I have that I think are worth mentioning. The first main complaint I have is that the arm's weakest link is the actual thread that the mic screws onto. You see, since the thread can be removed, there is a thumb screw on the other side that you screw the thread onto, or you can use this thumb screw on its own for tripod style devices. The issue is the fact that this thumb screw remains loose even when the mic is fully tightened, meaning it can not be tightened enough to keep my mic in perfect position all the time. Gravity will often cause my mic to rotate back down due to this, so I had to use my mic backwards and use it like it is in the photos for my mic to stay in one position. The next issue I had is with the cord organizers. The cord organizers are supposed to fit in the groove and cover your cable, but I had a difficult time getting these organizers to fit in how they were supposed to. It wasn't until I bent the sides of the organizers that they would finally fit in the groove and click into place. The instructions were not clear on that, and it would've saved me about 15 minutes had I known that earlier.

Aside from all of that, the mic arm is incredible. It is WAY better than every other mic arm on the market, in my opinion. It adds a level of range and versatility I had always dreamed of as a content creator, and it feels premium while looking super elegant. While I do believe it is a little overpriced, I cannot deny the quality and function I am receiving with this product. I highly recommend this for anybody out there who is looking for a solid replacement that will last them for years.

This arm is incredibly interesting and is in a fairly unique position in the market. It's capable of an extremely wide range of positions, owing to its three pivot points and tubes that all twist in relation to each other. If you need something that gets into every position on your desk, this is your arm. If you need to switch between a single low profile and high profile arm, this is the one. It's very well made and feels sturdy.

With all of that said, let me go over some reasons why you might choose against this particular arm. First is that the price is nearly double the cost of other very high quality arms. If you don't need the flexibility that this arm offers, you'd probably be served just fine with one (or two!) more traditional arms. Second is that this arm holds its tension via bolt tightness in the pivots versus with springs as in some other arms. This means that when going from something light to heavy you will need to manually screw or unscrew the hex bolts in the pivots. Not a huge deal but it'll become a hassle if you swap things regularly.

Awesome arm. It is so versatile and flexible that it can be over the monitor or low profile. Enough support for my Cannon camera with the Sigma attached. Super sturdy and an awesome arm to say the least. It is a little on the expensive side but the quality is there.

I've been thinking about getting a mic boom for a while. However, most of them look like the old desk light that I used in college. Then I saw this AVerMedia mic ...and had to get one.

It looks great (in fact, it won a design award). And it wasn't hard to put together. You basically fasten it to a desk or table with a clamp, and insert the base arm of the boom into the top of the clamp and tighten it. Then you adjust the joints to the way you want them, tighten them with the hex wrench (included), and attach your mic.

In my case -- maybe it was the angle of my desk -- I couldn't get enough leverage to tighten the first joint, the one at the base. It seemed tight, but not tight enough. So when I put the mic on the boom, the mic was so heavy that it made the boom lean forward at the base. Maybe if I could access the back of my desk from all angles to get more leverage, it wouldn't be so hard to tighten it.

However, I have a standing desk -- a desk-on-a-desk, basically. So I just leaned the base of the boom arm against the the top of the desk and then adjusted and tightened the other joints. The mic is now at a perfect angle.

The pros:
Sleek design
Robust looking
Good range of motion
Mic attaches easily to boom arm

The cons:
Tightening with the hex wrench can be difficult - though putting the joint adjusters inside the tubes with hex screws is what makes the AVerMedia look so cool
Challenging to get the base adjustment right so that the boom doesn't pitch forward fro the weight (but maybe it was just me)

This was a huge upgrade to my work space!

I'm using this with an Earthworks Icon Pro mic (about 2.5lbs) and the only issue I have with it is the same as the other review where it talks about weight support. You have to tighten it quite a bit to support over 2lbs. It's a bit heavier than a Rode Podmic which I'm thinking about getting another one these for use with my other rig. The middle not having a swivel isn't a big deal for me with my setup but I could see where it would be nice to have if you have a bit less distance from the mount to where you want the mic than I have. That being said, it's overall great for a low profile arm. Make sure you have an even mount surface as like most booms that support that much weight fairly far out, it will drift some. Since most swivels do that I'm not counting it against the design and it can be dealt with in various ways. The desk mount itself is sturdy though you may need to tighten it a couple times during the first week of use as the foam settles. It is a little pricier than I would have liked but the build quality is nice and the adjustments are easy. The track for the cable management clips in tight and should fit most standard size XLR cables. Very happy with it... :)