RODE DS2 Mic Stand - 30 Days Later

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RODE DS2 Mic Stand - 30 Days Later

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I've used a boom arm mic for over a decade, but I gave a real 30-day run at trying Rode's new DS2 Desktop Mic Studio Arm to see if I could convert, and...well, there are a few things I liked, and a couple I didn't.
Here is a direct link to the DS2 on Amazon (affiliate link): amzn.to/3Orz8bp
A big thank you to RODE for sending me the DS2 to review on the channel ahead of time!
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@davevisscher2441 2 ай бұрын

I took a cloth placemat, fitted it to the shape of the base, and attached it. No more table noise. I use it in my travel voiceover bag. It comes apart and is easily portable. Outstanding, high-quality product!

@meemowchan Ай бұрын

This is wild. I was looking for reviews on this mic stand and came across your video. When you started speaking, I immediately thought "Oh my god this is the Pokemon guy!" My husband watches your videos on our big screen tv so I hear bits and pieces of it lol

@jakevermillion1282 6 ай бұрын

Could you connect a ball head to the DS2 mount and then your mic to the ball head?

@dankelly 6 ай бұрын

They make boom arms that positions the mic and bar below you, rather than covering your face.

@PawFromTheBroons 6 ай бұрын

This would be best paired with a Triade Orbit. The obvious-once-you've-seen-it rotating gizmo attached to Earthwork's mics.

@Stash_Studio 6 ай бұрын

Great video! Does a mic arm / stand exist with an articulating head or ball mount ending?

@mannytalksfooty 6 ай бұрын

So I bought this, and it was picking up various sounds from the table, even though Rode advertised it that it doesn’t. It’s a shame you didn’t cover that in this video.

@neilbenson 4 ай бұрын

I've found that all desktop stands pickup noises from my table, compared to a boom arm. The solution was to stop banging my table while recording.

@Kouyah_1 3 ай бұрын

@@neilbenson😂

@GideonShalwick 6 ай бұрын

Nice on Pat! I think I'm gonna stick to my boom arm for now haha!

@Sagerydian 6 ай бұрын

90$ for a mic stand of this quality, unique design and made in Australia is very much alright, I think. Great review, thanks!

@stevenreid_youtube 5 ай бұрын

Sounds like you've had an extensive trial with the Road DS2 desktop microphone stand! Your detailed review covers all the crucial aspects, from its design and functionality to its pros and cons. Thanks for sharing this thorough analysis!

@lloyddaniel741 6 ай бұрын

Didn’t know this existed! Thanks for the review

@sarahsloan2675 6 ай бұрын

Great video! Could one attach a ball head to fix these issues?

@rickonmic 6 ай бұрын

Boom arms save desk space. Plus a boom arm can reach out futher.

@MadalynSklar 6 ай бұрын

Helpful video, Pat. Thank you!

@MelanieDyann 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video Pat. I always trust your opinions with gear and tech. Here's another vote for ball heads too!

@adonhd7 6 ай бұрын

you should check the ulanzi LS26U

@BrazenNL Ай бұрын

So why can't you use an arm in the exact same way? At least, that how I use my arm, so that the mic isn't in my face, booming from the bottom. Also, clamp the boom warm where you so proudly put the mic stand instead of next to you. Who does that?

@waltjennette 6 ай бұрын

It amazes me that they don't send some of these products out before they release them to people who actually use them so they know things to avoid. Lol. I'm sure making that hole bigger may change the structural integrity of the design but the fact nobody thought about that XLR fitting is funny. Lol.

@JosVerheijden 3 ай бұрын

Just use the Rode Podmic usb; it has (a kind of) ball head built in!

@NinoAmerica 6 ай бұрын

Too expensive imo

@VioletBond69 6 ай бұрын

so i decided tonight to do a podcast however i used squadcast wont use my email so im over it i tried to help you out

@kwalkomedy 6 ай бұрын

I know it's a Rode Product, but how does it fare with the PodMic... it's such a heavy mic - I struggle with it on boom arms - this looks like a good solution [if it's on sale or used]

@patflynn 6 ай бұрын

I tested it with the pod mic (you can see a few shots with it in the video) and it holds up well. The Shure you see here is even heavier.

@benjhaisch 6 ай бұрын

SwitchPod XLR incoming? ;)

@patflynn 6 ай бұрын

I like how you think 😊

@88omarz 6 ай бұрын

For your ball joint get a orbit and it solves that.

@EnricoColacillo 4 ай бұрын

90$??? 😂😂😂

@timdanyo898 6 ай бұрын

There are cheaper alternatives.

@patflynn 6 ай бұрын

For sure. Less quality but definitely able to work with smaller USB mics

@timdanyo898 6 ай бұрын

@@patflynn I found one at guitar center that was well made and weighted just like Rodes. It was only $45. The thing it didn't have is the articulation that the Rodes has, but it does the job.

@redesignedlife777 6 ай бұрын

Rode is still behind the times. They still haven’t made the kind that Joe Rogan uses which has gotten very popular but way too expensive for most people. The low profile style.

@LukeRobertMason 4 ай бұрын

Elgato make a great low profile arm. And it has a ball head!

@ziggyonthelens3173 6 ай бұрын

Release date is July 21 2025 😢. Wow

@sad_ify 6 ай бұрын

1st comment ❤

@MelvinDlaCruz 6 ай бұрын

Hahahah a Chinese company will make a copy much better for $30, rode just messed up this opportunity, they really don't know about how to sell stuff 😅😅😅😅