Rode PSA1+ Professional Studio Boom Arm
An enthusiast studio boom arm engineered for quiet, smooth mic positioning, rated to hold mics from 94g up to 1.2kg — a useful range for most streaming and podcast setups. It's the right pick for repositioning a mic cleanly on a desk, and a dependable mounting accessory overall. Skip it if your mic-plus-shock-mount combo exceeds 1.2kg.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall68±3Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.
Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| accessory type | Boom ArmSourced | Sourced |
1/1 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Quiet, smooth desk-mounted mic positioning for streaming/podcasting (holds 94g-1.2kg mics)
Who should skip this
- Very heavy mic + shock-mount combos beyond 1.2 kg
Where to buy
List price $129
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard music production setup.
Upgrade path
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