Reddit reviews Heil Sound PL-2T Overhead Broadcast Boom
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Internal springsTop and back plates are removable for convenient cable threadingStandard C clamp mountAccepts standard 5/8" threaded mic clips/shockmountsNo more cable connectors to remove and replace! Ships with a standard C-clamp mount
This is the camera mount https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076V6HYR4?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
This is the mic arm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SZVZ74?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
This is the wall mount for the mic arm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0018TAIQI?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
There's all sorts of madness that can ensue with this. Normally I recommend for those starting off use one of these four microphones:
Knox Podcast Microphone
Audio Technica AT2005
Audio Technica ATR-2100
or a Samson Q2U
and use Audacity to record locally through Skype or YouTube Live (with a private "broadcast"). Minumum start-up cost of $40 with the Knox.
HOWEVER, since you mentioned "high-end" I would recommend a Zoom H5 Portable Digital Recorder for each person. That way each person can record their local track and the other side for redundancy sake. Also, if they interview anyone. I would also connect through Skype Or YouTube Live with a private broadcast. If they are running PCs with Windows I would try the Evaer Skype Recorder for backup.
I would also recommend a Mackie ProFX8v2 USB Mixer for both sides. It's on the more robust and reliable side for a small format USB mixer with a few AUX Sends that can be used to multi-track.
I would recommend a Electro Voice re320 package which includes the shock mount and pop filter for each host. You can also get an Electro Voice re20 or re27n/d package at BSW Warehouse as well. That is by far the best deal for that microphone set around. The re320 is a great microphone because it requires less gain than other large diameter dynamic cardioid broadcast microphones and significantly reduces proximity effects for a relatively low cost. It also works great with most voices.
I would recommend a DBX 286s Microphone Processor for each host. It will help with a hard noise gate and to tweak the host's voices on whatever microphone they get.
I would invest in a couple of Heil PL-2T microphone boom arms. These will easily hold the weight of any microphone. I've heard of squeaking issues with the Rode PSA-1 microphone arm but it would also be a fabulous choice.
I would also invest in a decent pair of Studio Monitoring Headphones. I actual wrote an article on this last year. The article should help you narrow down your search.
Let me know if you have any questions. There are a ton of other choices you can make but I believe this will result in the highest quality with the least reliability issues.
~SP
the one linked is to static. How much range of motion do you want?
$ under 50
Out of those 2, the joy factory one is much nicer.
I am going to replace it with this combo though
Last option will give me probably 3 feet (it says 6, but it has to lose support past half way right) of range, plus height adjustability. You could probably go with cheaper mic boom arms but im ok with getting a good brand.
yeah the at2005 will pick up much less noise, can be usb to start then upgrade to xlr later, then transition to a diff xlr mic later
These are the two most common "good" boom arms. I had the rode and its not bad
I also like this "traditional" one as its smaller profile
The one i use is crazy expensive BUT is the most unobtrusive thing i have found.
My set up PIC here: https://i.imgur.com/lejBdOP.jpg
I believe You will need something like a shockmount so you can attach it to the mic as I am not sure if the AT2020 comes with any screw holes like a stand or anything.
I would also reccomend avoiding the neewer it's horribly designed and while cheap probably isn't worth the hassle. I bought it and it not only horrible to control but also damaged my desk very easily. I am currently saving up for the Heil PL-2T which I hear is very good, doesn't make noise and is easily mounted without damage of desks http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000SZVZ74/podcastinghandbook-20
That's a nice setup.
Seems like the mic stand gets in the way, and would be a pain in the ass to adjust. What about installing a flange in the desk, then attaching a mic boom to it?
Edit: And maybe adding some decoupling risers to those monitors, and a vertical support block to that hutch so the center doesn't sag...
It's the Heil desktop boom mic. I got it because the cables are stored inside the arm and there's no visible springs. Heil Sound PL-2T Overhead Broadcast Boom https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000SZVZ74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_13TOwbXNV0H1G
Heil PL-2T
It's like the Rode PSA-1 only slightly longer and you can route your cable internally so that it looks cleaner and you don't have to tie it to the outside. It also has several different mounting options you can purchase if a C-clamp desk mount doesn't work for your setup.
Something like this with a shock mount would work.