The 6 Best Boom Poles For Filming | Musician Nerd

I've most often seen this boom pole used with the Rode NTG3, as it was developed for this specific microphone. However, it quickly became the most loved boom pole thanks to the high-quality materials used within the build. It feels great, has incredible strength, and weighs next to nothing.

This five-section boom pole is made completely with carbon fiber, and the sections extend without any hassle. You can simply reach down with one hand, twist it, and you're extending! It's so easy to use & mine never locks up on me. They also offer a wireless XLR adapter accessory so you don't have to trip over your XLR cables!

This boom pole uses aluminum alloy as its main metal, giving us a lightweight feel with durability. The wide tube diameter means it can handle larger or heavier microphones without bending in any way. This is essential for many people, and I was pleasantly surprised the first time I used this boom pole.

Nicama also uses foam handles throughout the pole giving you both comfortable and tight grip. If you've ever worked on a set for 8+ hours, you know how sore your hands can get. Even better, however, is the ability to push the microphone cable through the bottom of the boom pole up through the top to avoid tripping over wires!

This boom pole is really handy for those who are traveling a lot. I've worked with crews who go from country to country to talk about different topics, and we bought a four-pack of these poles for the trip. They're super light, compact down to nearly 1.5ft, and fit right in your backpack. It's called the traveler for a reason!

While it's very compact in size, it can only extend to 6ft 7in. It's really important to consider this when you make your final purchase, as some people find themselves needing up to 10 or 11ft in production. That being said, this aluminum boom pole has 6 extension points, so it's very versatile for your filming needs.

The length you'll get out of this boom pole spans from 3ft to 8ft. These extensions are broken down into 3 different sections to fit your needs. The locks work almost as well as the professional Rode we mentioned earlier. It's a really big deal to me when you can quickly adjust your pole as needed.

The grips are made with a really soft foam that helps prevent your hands from getting tired and sore. The traction is pretty good as well, so even if your hands get sweaty, you don't risk dropping your expensive boom microphone. This pole uses the popular aluminum alloy that others on this list are also useful.

This boom pole uses the same carbon fiber materials as our top choice. It is incredibly durable (we tested it) and very lightweight. You won't have to worry about arm fatigue if you're shooting long sessions. Padded hand grips work really well, no matter what shape your hands are in.

The pole length goes from about 3ft to 8ft, with three sections for locks. This is pretty mediocre, in my opinion, and I would like to see a little more versatility and length, so keep this in mind before making your purchase. However, the Movo CMP-25 Boom Pole offers an integrated XLR cable for easy connection with your mic and no tripping over wires!

This boom pole uses very durable and quality materials. It's really lightweight to work with, and I've never had an issue with it not handling the weight of my shotgun microphone. What's impressive is that it collapses down to about 2.5ft while extending as far as 9.25ft! That is some serious range!

Better yet, they break it down into 5 sections giving you great versatility. And a feature we really love is the integrated cable for isolating your wires. In terms of comfort, I enjoy the padded handles, though they're a little tougher than some of the other options. That being said, they grip really well!