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Thanks for mentioning the parallel motion linkage advantage of the Rode. You’re the only reviewer I have seen who has bothered to say it, it’s a massive deal for me and is extremely good to know.
Thanks Michael 😊 When I was researching for this video, I watched most of the reviews (I am tempted to say ALL 🤣) exactly to discover what could I say that nobody said about these boom arms. I really appreciate your comment!!! 😁
It can also be a disadvantage if you keep your mic in only 1 use position and after you pull it back from its resting spot and want to know the exact same spot you had at last time you used, to keep the same mic distance but I know im only keeping my mic im two postions.
I just got the rode psa1 today, the parallel motion linage is awesome and the big bottom axis makes it easier to move the arm trough there without help since I am disabled. Thanks for helping me choose a great boom arm
Hey Christopher, my pleasure man! Oh boy, it is amazing how each person might evaluate the same features from very different angles - I am glad I was of help for your decision, although I never considered accessibility. Actually, you are the first person EVER in my channel (not huge, but still) to give some feedback on this aspect. Thank you so much for that!
I wish yyou have shown more clips of the angle of the blue compass getting screwed up in comparison with the psa1. im trying to figure out if that would bother me or not.
Hi everybody 👋 I had to “re-upload” a new version of this video to fix a problem in its beginning. The content is basically the same as the one I published a few weeks ago.
WOW! I'm impressed! Your videos are so much fun, your personality is so fun and interesting... You really set yourself apart from other similar creators! What a breath of fresh air. You're a stellar creator. Definitely subscribing.
Wowzers, what a perfect video showcase between both booms. I also have the PSA1 and not that I have a problem with it, I also wanted to upgrade to the more on camera visuals to clean up since I might move forward with having it in the frame. Thanks for an awesome video. Great quality content, I'm a first time viewer!
Hi iBertz 👋 Thank you so much for the kind words! It made my day 😊 I had a few unanswered questions before buying the Compass, that I couldn’t find on the RU-vid reviews at the time... I bought it anyway and made the video 🤣 Welcome to the channel!
Thanks for the review and comparison. However the Rode's tension is adjustable also although not mentioned in the instructions. Just tighten the silver screws with a screwdriver to increase tension for lighter mikes.
Hi there! You are “kind of right” 😁 If you tighten the silver screws on the Rode PSA1, you actually make the arm stiffer, harder to move (of course it can help either with lighter or heavier loads). What the Compass has is indeed a tension adjustment - when correctly calibrated, you can have the arm quite lose on the hinge screws and yet it would balance itself quite nice. I don’t think this is possible to adjust in the Rode - but, true, it you make it stiffer, it it easier to make it stand still.
I am so glad that you included what many other reviewers have overlooked, showing the range of motion. I came here specifically looking for a boom arm to hold some LED light panels that I want for a tech assembly bench, so what coincidence that you showed that too. Thank you!
Thank you Lazlo! Yeah, the PSA1 makes for awesome “universal tripods” for video production. Hey, there is a video from the channel DSLR Video that you will find insightful: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FilRCidYDcw.html
Excellent video! This will probably get lost, but for anybody that may Google their way to this video, I want to note that the Blue Compass does not seem to be compatible with my Yeti Nano. By "not compatible," I mean that there is no combination of tension screw or thumb screw settings I can use to properly use the Compass -- the Nano is simply too light. If anybody Googles their way here and finds a solution to this problem, I would be eternally grateful. Otherwise, the Nano is going back to the store.
Man... it really sucks! One solution is to add weight - the challenge would be doing so in an elegant way... this guy got “creative” and attached the Nano with its base 😁 Watch: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-11nphPiw-y0.html
@@GeekDetour ha! I actually had tried the same thing but didn't think to put the attachment point through the hole on the base. In either case, I'm well inside my return window for both the mic and the boom, so I've ordered the Yeticaster bundle off Amazon (for cheaper than my current setup!) and will get that in the next few days. Thanks for the reply! Easiest "Subscribe" button I've hit. Such a clear video.
honestly it might just be my psa1 but the tension for adjusting is actually perfect. i didnt touch the screw since unboxing, had it for almost 2 years now i think and it works perfectly.
Hi! Are you talking about the Rode PSA1 or the Blue Compass? The two Rode PSA1 I own don’t have any tension adjusting screw (like the Compass) - but indeed for my use they always worked very nice 👍
Great review GD! Thanks for exposing the pro's and cons nicely as well as telling us about that hidden spring tension option! Keep up the great work. One small note for people in doubt between these two mounts. The Rode PSA1 comes with a desk clamp mount AND a through-desk mount. The second one requires you to drill a hole in your desk but results in a nice desk-embedded mount.Good luck everyone with deciding which boom arm to buy.
Thank you for finally answering a question that I have been searching the internet far and wide for! The compass is taller!!! I don't know why it was so hard to find the answer, but you got yourself a new subscriber! Thank you sir!
Hey Samuel 👋 my pleasure man! Well, not many people have both arms 😄 To me, even more weird is that, before I made my video, NOBODY showed the tensioning screw of the Compass - it seems like RU-vidrs are mostly copying other RU-vidrs and nobody reads manuals 🤣 Welcome to the channel!
Hi there Tony! Thanks mate! During COVID this video exploded - lots of people looked for boom arms to put webcams, microphones, to start making videos at home… it actually helped us paying the bills during that period. I need to update you: this year I finally gave up on the Blue Compass - it is not bad, but I really prefer the parallel motion of the Rode PSA1 - I have 4 of them in my desk now 🤣
@@GeekDetour crazyyyy you replied and actually told me this CRUCIAL info !!! 😭😭😭 because I was getting ready to order the compass tomorrow 💀 lmao , I guess I’m going straight to my Best Buy and getting that rode 😭🤣🤣🤣
That’s awesome, Tony 🤣 I don’t know how far I will be able to continue answering most of the comments myself - I do everything on my own here, I love it ❤️ But every video takes lots of time. I am glad answering to you was helpful. You cannot go wrong with the Rode PSA1
Excellent video! That hidden feature you mentioned about the tension screw on the blue compass boom arm to me is 1 of the best parts! I have had this arm for a year and did not even realize this.
Thank you Joe! Yeah! I didn’t know about it before I purchased the Compass... Not a single review was mentioning it at the time. I installed mine, used it for a couple of weeks... BUT, I have a thing for manuals - I keep them at my bedside 🤣 I was reading the Compass paper and a tiny paragraph mentioned an “tension adjustment screw” and I jumped: “What??!” I had to raise my compass out of its base and check... That’s when I decided to make the video.
@@GeekDetour great video...Although not obvious, I discovered you can tighten the silver screws on the rode boom arm to adjust the tension also....mine is just right now.
Another well done video. I don't have any need for a boom mic but still loved the education and was excited to watch. Congrats on the daughter! She's adorable.
Thank you Zlemer! Oh, she is super curious about everything 😁 We are totally in love (and with far less time for anything else... but that was expected) 🤣
I had to decide between the Blue Compass and the Rode PSA1. And your video is pretty accurate. The FUNCTION of the PSA1 is more useful than the Blue Compass. Plus the PSA1 is a lot more compatible to move from one place to another. I ended up getting the PSA1 because even though the Compass looks great, I have my camera focused on my face and not on my equipment. Most of the content providers I watch have either great content and/or have something great to say. And I personally am not one to say "Hey, he or she is using a (enter brand name here) mic! He or she is using a (enter brand name) boom arm!" Thank you again for your video.
Awesome! I feel the same way - I got the Compass because I wanted to try it out myself (and I like it, for my microphone), but I am about to buy a third PSA1, for another camera 😜
i watched this video again and i fell in love with my rode psa1! I am getting my sm7b in a couple of days and it will be complete, thanks so much! The blue compass wire covering is nice but with the psa1, u can also do the same with the rode psa1 rubber band thingy they give you, and while the compass does fit the mic comfortably, the rode psa1 and a shure extender is lovely :)
Fantastic review! I got gifted a blue yeti and radius by a friend for gaming, but ordered a Rode PSA1 as my hunch from my background working as musician is that the Rode would be more durable and I love parallel motion linkage as saves valuable seconds when setting up/changing around equipment on stage or in the studio. Loved the intro by the way! Thanks, Emerson :)
I think I've watched this video three times now. I love how you pointed out the common mistakes of setting up both of these boom arms. The product reviews are littered with people who never took the time to understand how to adjust them. Plus you're just so engaging to watch. A couple years ago this helped me decide on the Blue Compass for my needs, which I've used with both a Blue Yeti mic and a Rode NTG5. I split my Mac + PC station across two workstations this week and after looking at the latest from Elgato and Rode, I think I'll be going back for another Blue Compass arm (now owned by Logitech).
Hi Will 👋 thanks for such nice words! It made my day 😄 Making reviews seems easy, right? Buy things, unbox them, say those are amazing and provide affiliate links for people to buy them too 🤣 Well, it kind of works this way, But A LOT of people are making reviews in a rush - many just imitate other reviews 🤷♂️ To me it just makes sense to make a video when you can bring something different, when you saw something new. Otherwise I feel like an impostor 🤣🤣 Oh! I didn’t know Logitech bought BLUE!!! Thanks for saying that! Blue is a company with such an interesting history and products with great personality - I was missing this recent chapter! Happy holidays 🎄🎉🎊🎅🎁
Can't argue enough against the Blue Compass boom arm. Brought 2, both arms could not keep my Blue Yeti down and would just rise back up to vertical position. The tension screw did nothing. Tightend to near snapping and loosed to where the screw was basically coming out on both arms, the boom arm would still rise back up. Unsure how that arm can work with 90% of mics, as I'd assume majority are lighter than Blue Yeti
Interesting… well, I have only one compass - but for me the bottom part stays basically upright most of the time. That might be the way most people use it, I suppose. Do you extend it a lot more closely to the horizontal?
Hey, thank you! 🥰 It was recorded with an old Canon T3i (600D) - Lighting is everything 😁 But I got a new camera, let’s see if I can finally go 4K 😳 Happy 2020!
THANK YOU! That tip about the Compass tension has saved my sanity. Many webite reviews complained about it being overly stiff, and I gambled thinking I'd get a "good one". I must've been so worked up about it being too stiff, that I glanced over that section in the manual. Sub earned!
Awesome! It is a really beautiful boom arm, you will love it - it is weird so many people mentioned the tension screw - it is in the manual after all... Well, I love to read manuals 😆
That’s true man! But there are many trade-offs we tend to make peace with because we value comfort, convenience and space (which is very valuable). Example: I loved the quality of lighting I had when using 3 huge softboxes, really soft light, very diffuse shadows. But I couldn’t keep them permanently set up... so it took lots of time assembling and disassembling them... not to mention it was even difficult to move in my tiny studio with so many tripods... The LED panels with smaller diffusers I use now don’t give me the same soft look... but they are permanently available in my table and I value that more now.
Geek Detour , yup. There are always trade offs. In the end, it’s all about what works for you and what kind of sacrifices you’re willing to make. I hope more people actually understand that idea instead of, “Just tell me what to buy so that I can do what you do.” It’s more about, look at all your options and do what works for you. In short, you do you. 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣
I've never even considering using a boom arm for a camera. That's a fantastic idea! I'm going to place an order for a Rode PSA 1 for my Yeti, and use my generic scissor arm mount for my camera.
Hi there! I’ve been recording almost everything recently on a Panasonic G7 on the PSA1 - the best thing ever in terms of convenience! BUT, I must tell you: if you are working on the table (like, recording stuff you are building, repairing, cutting, etc) and your table is not super heavy, the camera will shake a bit. Of course, a tripod on the floor doesn’t have this problem - but... 🤣 Oh, you might like to watch this video from another channel: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WedG8LKO6ks.html
Your video was very professionally done & hit most of the points I needed. Only one more point I needed was the quality or strength of the wing or knob bolt holding the angle of the microphone. The bolt threads on the cheap $30 arm's stripped in three uses. How was the tightening or threads on the Rôde arm?
Hi Token! The “wingnuts” of the Rode PSA1 are very strong - well, to me the whole arm is very well made. As I said, I have two PSA1s and I abuse them a lot. I really recommend it.
Wow. Nice. I think you have it right. I don't personally see moving the mic much, but the camera for sure. Having the camera on the PSA1 is a good choice that I will have to remember when I save up the cash.
Thanks! I still use my two PSA1 for lights and camera - many times I considered buying a third one 🤣 There is a disadvantage in having the camera attached to the table through the arm: anything more vigorous you do on the table, the camera moves/oscillates a little bit - it must be said. It surely will depend on how heavy/solid is your table. But, this is the most convenient setup I used to this moment.
Hey Marco! Thanks man 😁 I think it is my fault, ha ha ha, very few videos yet and my posting schedule was always very irregular 🤷♂️ I am supper happy you enjoyed it!
wow. i was totally thinking , rode podmic, rode boom arm .. (i recently had a my rode mic bust on my iphone, their customer service was excellent, replacement was a cinch), but now that i see the blue yeti in action. i'm going that way. thanks for doing this video!
I originally bought the blue compass mic arm. I don’t like having to constantly adjust the knobs if I need to move it any tiny amount so I ordered the rode one today.
Hi there! When you used the Blue Compass, was the Arm naturally falling or moving upwards? Have you tried adjusting the hidden screw I showed in the video? 2:48 You might still be able to use your Compass in a satisfactory fashion - and you will have a second arm to use in a different way (like I do, for camera or lights, ha ha)
Here I am racing through reviews and comparison videos but you're so enjoyable to watch, even with a slight accent barrier, you deserve to know I like you already! 👍
@@GeekDetour I've already heard you talk more than any of my next-door neighbors anyway! As far as that's concerned, we're practically roommates! So when's it your turn to do the dishes? 😁
Thank you! Oh, too soon to know if she will enjoy making videos or not - but she is growing very accustomed to the gear 😁 Oh, you might enjoy this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hmvxms9eO5E.html
That's a really good idea using them to mount other things - I'll definitely be doing that with my old cheapo boom arm to mount lights or something. Thanks!
I love the look of the Compass, its the best looking stand out there but during my research both mics tend to rise if the mics are too light. I am thinking thin magnets. Too bad Rode doesn't come out with a version 2 with knobs to adjust. Great idea using the arm for a light and camera stand.
Thanks! 😁 Do you have the Compass? It has the screw for adjusting the tension. Most reviews I saw from people complaining about mics rising or falling didn’t seem to know about the hidden screw.
Wow, thank you! 😄 Well, I try to answer most comments and questions - a few times some of my videos went “viral”(ish) and the amount of comments was insane - I didn’t answer all of them... but I read EVERYTHING 😁
Great video! you answered what I was looking for. I already have a rode with an LED light on it. I love how i don't need to adjust the light when I move the arm as it sits at the same angle. I'm looking to get another light and it wouldn't work the same with the blue so thank you for showing that off. much love!
Ha ha ha Thank you 😊This is a very specific subject, very niche - there are about 10 good reviews of the Blue Compass on RU-vid - all of them have around 20k views per year. I must expect to have about the same with mine 🤔. The Yeti, in contrast, seems to continue having a super wide audience - any good video about the Yeti will get easily 100k views 🤗
I don't want to say bad stuffs, but I think the blue compass is good if you have an condenser microphone, and you want to put it above your monitor facing down to prevent keyboard sounds, and the rode psa1 is the best for those who don't want to adjust the stand every time, and put they're microphone next to them, this is my opinion
I got the PSA1 some time ago. It's better than my old boom arm, but the thumb-screw for fastening the microphone to the boom arm, when not pointing upwards, I find hard, if not completely difficult to tighten. Which means the microphone is very difficult to keep in the same position as it swings around constantly. - I'm considering the Blue Compass for this reason.
Totally. The Rode might look a bit old fashioned... but it is a great arm, it got cheaper in the last couple of years and I find it’s “parallel motion linkage” useful for more than just mics. It is a no brainer: a great purchase.
Amazing use of the two boom-arms. Great video as always, and pease don't put less effort into videos by rushing them. I rewatched this re-upload with the same joy as last time. Keep the videos comming.
Wow, thank you so much for your support Yoyo Chip! Yeah, the intro missed a bit of energy in the editing :) I think it is better now (and in a few weeks the Analytics will tell me how much difference it makes, if any). Anyway, I am moving to produce the next video :)
After wasting 45 minutes watching every other RU-vidr showing me the best and worst of every boom arm I was getting frustrated and more confused. Thank you for making a very informative video, packed with the most relevant comparison points for each option, under 5 minutes.
Hey, thank you! Glad I could help. In the end, Boom Arms are not complicated... you just need something that handles the weight properly and that you like its looks :) I like my two arms, for different reasons.
Totally! To me, it is a more versatile boom arm - but I also enjoy the Blue Compass... I have one for my mic and it looks great. But I still have plans to have more PSA1 arms in my crazy setup 🤣
I was looking to change out mic arms so I decided to do a comparison - you not only answered my question about the blue mic arm, but actually helped me immensely with the camera arm idea! I have a DSLR but I dont have much room, so my feet hit the tripod and it scares me that one day I will kick it over. I ordered the parts to do the boom arm camera mount today, and I dropped a like for that amazing tip, genuinely a great idea and great work!
Thank you 😁 It amazes me how some of my videos keep being quite watched years later - my most popular video every month continues being one of 3 years ago: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vrPzsP2gl4M.html 😳
The only thing I hate about PSA-1 is that the base where the arm is attached to starts to wear off after couple years of use. The holder is made from plastic and if you rotate the arm enough over the years it starts to eat that plastic slowly. I have a white desk so the dust that comes off from the holder is very visible and I have to wipe my desk weekly. Really wish Rode would come up with version 2 that would fix that and also maybe make it little quieter to move too :)
Very nice observation Fabian! Are you talking about the desk clamp or have you installed the desk insert? (The one that needs a hole on the table to be installed)
bought Blue Compass. Love it except it will NOT hold positions well using BLue Snowball ICE I assume this is because its very light, but even holding it down with my hand it feel like it was way too much tension in it. I removed the tension screen all together to relieve as much as possible, but it still won't stay in any position which is very disappointing seeing as the mic used was made by blue and this thing cost $100. Maybe I just got a bad one, but the middle friction screw hardly seems to do anything.
Damn, that's what all reviews should be like! Had to sort through so many people just talking about their setups and feelings while filming a motionless mic arm. Barely even moving it, as if we were there to see what it looked like in their own room. Hopefully, my comment will help slightly toward placing your video as the first search result to avoid such a waste of time for others
Ok not gonna lie, I kind of absent mindedly clicked on this video and holy shit, this is amazing the style, the story telling, the pace - damn dude, you're good at this
Thanks! I appreciate your kind words! I still use the Blue Compass for my mic and also these same TWO Rode PSA1: one for the camera and the other holds my LED panels (almost twice the recommended weight, still strong). The PSA1 is a workhorse.
I got a Blue Compass, but I'm a bit disappointed. Using a Procaster w/ shock mount, positioned horizontally (0°) -- I have to tighten the last screw VERY hard for it not to collapse on me all the time. I was expecting more resistance with less effort on this. :|
I got the Rode PSA1. It's OK for the most part. Figuring out the tension was a bit of a mission, but I managed. I'd really like it if Rode added some sort of retainer for the pole into the desk mount though, just to minimise the chances of it coming out too easily or spinning a bit too freely. One extra velcro strap would have been nice too. Other than that, the build quality is absolutely amazing. Just would have like in the box instructions on tensioning. I'm using it with an Elgato Wave:1 mic with the adapter that came with it and the Rode. Enjoying it :)
Ha ha, I might agree with you about the free rotation: I use a camera in one of my PSA1s and indeed, if anything slightly touches the arm, it rotates quite easily. It would be nice to have some dampening/adding some resistance to rotation. But I am not concerned about it getting out… gravity takes good care 🤣
You make a good point about using a boom-arm for the camera. I do a lot of similar overhead shots, and I take a decent amount of time tweaking the arm on my tripod to get these shots. At the same time, I would slightly worry about situations of continuity, if the arm is bumped, but, I suppose that is not quite as critical in things like build vids (I still worry. Cursed perfectionism, you ruin me constantly!)
Thank you! 😊 You are absolutely right: the camera on a boom arm attached on the table itself is very susceptible to movements while you are doing things. It shakes quite easily. A tripod on the floor is way better on this regard. My dream is to attach the boom arm to the ceiling 😁. Anyway, the speed and convenience of the boom to the table bought me... no turning back for me!
PSA1 is great, but if you are not familiar with this arm you can give yourself a nasty smack in the face. My advise is too be very careful when opening it up for the first time as the spring mechanism is 'super springy!' and can take your nose off if your not careful. Great tension for a heavy mic, but just make sure you only adjust it with the mic on the end if you still want to keep your face intact :)
Absolutely! About four years ago, there were at least 5 unboxing videos on RU-vid where the person held one of the segments with one hand and, with the other hand, used a blade to “graciously” cut the yellow paper belt... and “SWAPT!!!” Broken monitor, or television, a cut in the face.... I regret not having downloaded those when I had the chance - although, if the video is not available anymore, I couldn’t use it anyways at the risk of a lawsuit for exposing the individual to ridicule 🤔. Anyways... they were really funny to watch!
Thanks Alot for the advice, I'm streaming from my room and i have very little space. I was stuck trying to decide which boom arm i wanted but i just placed an order for the blue, thanks!!
The good thing is that there are LOTs of reviews and comparisons for you to watch to help you make an informed decision and buy something that will serve you well 😊
which is a blue yeti basically comes with the arm blue yetis. if you get it need's a ton of compression and a noise gate or they will pick all the noise in your room like pc fans keyboard sounds they are too sensitive. If you see a streamer using those they are use software too fix it like Voicemeeter Banana or other software too fix it. most condenser mics will pic up too much in the room. that is why you see peolpe like shroud chocotaco use the shure sm7b or Rode Procaster Broadcast or re 20 they are Cardioid Dynamic Microphone they only pic sound right in front of the mic. that is why you see so many switch. the yeti will pic sound all most like in a 360. plus look up broken usb blue yeti look at this ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TrE-ILuzz7w.html i say if yoru going too stream in the long run get the rigth mic that will a be 1. and xlr 2 .Cardioid Dynamic & use you have too use a mixer. if it must be usb mic twitch.tv/spreeezy uses this beyerdynamic FOX USB Condenser Microphone with this mic arm RODE PSA 1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm that he talks about up above. but you could use the Blue Compas arm. i would not buy the blue yeti based on what your friends say too get or it you see streamers using that mic too much floor noise i hope all this helps i know it's a lot lol
I have reduced the tension on the my blue compass to the absolute minimum and tried adjusting the friction knobs too, but it's still raising my QuadCast like crazy, i think my mic is just way too light and I should switch to PSA1
@@GeekDetour Yeah I don't make videos, I use it for work conference calls and gaming with pals. It sounds really great for it's price. It is a very light mic, I did not expect that lol
I have a PSA1 and love it for sure. It does what it is supposed to but you have to give it to Blue as their arm just looks a lot cleaner with the hidden cable but my true love with always be a yellowtec mika. I will never buy one for the price (i think) but it is just clean and sexy.
Hi there! I think the Yellowtec arms are only justifiable for a radio station studio... I mean, for a room in which people would be constantly changing the position of the mics, with different guests, different hosts... so the extra-premium materials would make sense and handle constant abuse. For someone that streams on its own, single user, the price is surreal.
@@GeekDetour true, agree 100%, the blue compass does come close to the look though. I think my sm7b would look amazing on it. P.s. I use to work in radio so that's why I am in love with the the Mika. Quality is omg, stupid good.
Ha ha ha, that’s awesome! Thank you 😁 Well, I made very few videos - but I try to bring something different when I make them. Do you have a favorite boom arm already?
I went out and bought a Blue Compass and then when I tried it out I hated it. It was way too stiff for my setup; tension changers didn't seem to make a difference once the bottom one had any tension. I am using an Elgato Wave 3, so the mic is probably not heavy enough compared to something like a Blue mic. My PSA1 shipped yesterday!
@@GeekDetour I do. It just seems to work way better and stay put right where I want it with my Wave 3. Again, this is probably because of the weight of the W3. I also like how easy it is to set up my camera on it for virtually any angel on my desk. I even ended up getting my mom one for her Zoom sewing group calls and she loves being able to move her GoPro around to show what she’s doing closer to the machine. It would honestly be impossible for the Compass to do movements like the PSA1 can do, especially with lighter gear.
Thank you for sharing! When I use a GoPro on my PSA1, there is not enough weight… I ended up making an “Extra-Weight-Clip” that I hook together with the GoPro - and it stays really nice. I love my two PSA1s ❤️ I also like my Compass, but it just holds my mic.
AWESOME video! I was looking into which boom arm would be best to hold a Blue Yeti USB microphone while live streaming and came across both the RODE PSA1 and the Blue Compass. This video helped answer every question I had. I decided to go with the Blue Compass with the information you provided. Thank you sir! You’ve earned my respect as well as a like and me as a subscriber 😁
Thank YOU! I am really happy to have helped you in your decision! Both arms are really good - it is just a matter of specific details that might suit your needs and taste better. Super good luck with your streamings and welcome to my channel! 😊
Thank you Royce! I am glad you liked it - oh, I was not the first person using the PSA1 in weird setups! You might enjoy this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FilRCidYDcw.html
Thanks! I really appreciate 🤗 I watched a lot of reviews before making my video - didn’t want to say the same as everybody 🤣 But I am not the first one to use the Rode PSA1 for cameras and lights - more and more people are using them for that now! It’s great!
Sorry man, just saw your new question now… I remember to have watched people recommending an extension tube to make the SM7B more flexible with the Rode PSA1 - without it, you cannot rotate the Mic so much.
@@GeekDetour i use it without it and its fine. thanks 😊. from the videos i had watched, i thought that it was necessary so you can connect the SM7B to the PSA1+.
Thank you very much, you helped me a lot. I needed to choose between both of them but the Rode is more versatile and I can use it for different things.
