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Creator Gear / A CLOSER LOOKBlack RØDE PSA1+ covered microphone arm with padded desk clampBlack · PSA1+ · microphone sold separately

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Bring the mic to you.

RØDE PSA1+

Black · studio microphone arm

4.7 out of 52,794 ratingsBuyer feedback ↓

A spring-balanced arm that moves the microphone off the desk and into speaking position. Covered springs, cable clips and two desk-mount choices make the setup feel more finished.

  • 94–1,200 gSupported microphone loadInclude the attached mount in your load check
    ≈ 0.19–2.4 × 500 mL of water
  • 360° rotationPositioningSwing it aside between sessions
  • Two desk mountsIncluded mounting choicesPadded clamp or threaded insert
$136.00
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THE QUICK TAKE

Is it right for you?

The PSA1+ is worth considering when you move the microphone frequently while recording. Its balanced arm and damped springs help make those small position changes smoother, while the cable stays attached to the arm instead of lying across the desk.

Choose a different arm if keeping the space in front of your screen clear matters most. This is a tall studio-style boom. A low-profile arm can be a better layout, and any choice still needs a suitable desk edge and a microphone within its supported load.

01 / BUYING NOTES

Before you buy.

01

Leave room for the arm's path.

The upper-and-lower arm layout reaches toward your mouth, then swings away. Check where that movement crosses the monitor and where the clamp can grip underneath the desktop.

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02

Give the cable enough slack.

Use the arm's built-in cable attachments to route an XLR or USB lead. Leave slack at the moving joints so the cable is not pulling on the microphone when you reposition it.

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Cable follows the arm Image source ↗
03

Clamping and drilling are different commitments.

The package includes a padded edge clamp and a threaded desk insert. The clamp is the simple removable choice; fitting the insert requires a suitable hole in the desk.

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Removable desk-edge clamp Image source ↗

RØDE PSA1+ specifications ↗ · EFTM installation comparison ↗ · Exact PSA1+ listing ↗

02 / AMAZON REVIEWS

The buyers’ view.

AMAZON CUSTOMER RATING

4.7out of 5

2,794 global ratings

  • 5 star87%
  • 4 star7%
  • 3 star2%
  • 2 star1%
  • 1 star3%
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Owners describe smooth repositioning followed by the microphone staying where they leave it, without gradual sagging. Buyers also appreciate the cable clips for keeping leads neatly along the arm. Those replacing cheaper arms particularly value easier movement and a sturdier-feeling mount.

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What buyers like

  • sturdiness95
  • smooth movement81
  • Value for money74
  • build quality65
  • functionality58
  • noise level52
  • design41
  • stability35

The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.

Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.

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03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO

See it in use.

See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.

EFTM / Trevor Long’s RØDE PSA1+ video

EFTM / Trevor LongHands-on desk installation and comparison

Installing the RØDE PSA1+ and comparing it with PSA1

See the desk insert installation and how the new arm compares with the original PSA1.

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Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.

Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold

Trevor Long installed the threaded mount in his own desk and compared the two arms side by side. He found the Plus slightly smoother, with the mounting hardware and finish providing much of the upgrade.

EFTM

Hands-on installation · PSA1+ versus original PSA1 · summarized

RØDE specifies damped springs, covered arm sections and cable management for both XLR and USB leads. The arm supports a microphone; it does not replace its shock mount, audio cable or interface.

RØDE

Manufacturer specifications · current PSA1+ · summarized

04 / COMPARE

Different priorities.

Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.

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RØDE PSA1+ Black · studio microphone arm versus Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP Black · low-profile
RØDE PSA1+ Black · studio microphone armTHIS GUIDE

RØDE PSA1+

Black · studio microphone arm		Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP Black · low-profileALTERNATIVE

Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP

Black · low-profile
Amazon price
$136.00
$99.99
Best forFrequent microphone repositioningKeeping the view above the desk clear
What changesCovered spring-balanced studio boomLow horizontal arm with covered cable channels
ConsiderArm sits above the desk and may cross the screenCheck clearance beneath your monitor
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05 / PRICE HISTORY

The price over time.

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