$60 LyxPro MPL-20 vs Pro Booms, K-Tek KP16CCR and Ambient QXS-5130

It's not enough to just point out the flaws of a $60 boom pole without demonstrating that there are better models out there. In this video I check out the LyxPro MPL-20 boom pole and compare it to K-Tek's Mighty Boom KP16CCR and the Ambient QS-5130.
Surprisingly the LynPro is better than expected. The knuckles and cable are total garbage but aside from that, the boom itself is relatively quiet once in position. It did bow quite a bit but that wasn't visible to the camera. It's also rather short at only 9 feet 3 inches long but that may be long enough for some people. Join me as we go thru this $60 and the 2 professional booms to see how they compare.
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[@BasicFilmmaker]

I’m thinking if you’re booming this in a studio in a fixed overhead locations - maybe - BUT, I’d worry about the quality of the connector and wires. Learned (from you) bad cables are asking for trouble. 👍

[@SunriseWaterMedia]

0:15

[@WORTHITORNOT]

That old saying " You get what you pay for" so true. I was honestly waiting for this to end up in your fireplace lol

[@marcusfrombespokeaudio5372]

Thank you, Allen, for this public service.

[@ColinZiemer1]

Been looking for the right “budget” boom for my sound kit. Came to the epiphany that if I’m serious about being a boom op I have to go with a premium brand like K Tek or Ambient and it has to be at least 10.5 feet. $500-$700 for a boom pole seems like a lot but if you get 10 years out of it it’s only $70/year.

[@nickr5213]

This is a great review/comparison. I think for the low budget, I’d probably choose a painters pole with an adapter over the cheap booms. But, I love seeing why the K-Tek and Ambient are completely worth the price for professionals that need the quality and dependability of a pro grade boom.

[@alantuttphotography]

Thank you for trying the softer approach. It will be much easier to recommend someone check out this video when shopping for a boom pole. As others have already mentioned, I would also love to hear your thoughts on a better quality pole under $150. While someone who earns a living with these tools can justify spending $1000 on the best, those of us who only occasionally need a boom pole (less than 5 times per year), spending that much doesn't make as much sense.

[@Awrange]

Like others already stated in the comments, I would love to see a review of a pole that's more middle of the road when it comes to price but is still perfectly fine for occasional use.

[@genin69]

Delvin is a premium slippery plastic also used for pads on high end gaming mice for that ultra smooth glide

[@doip8208]

Hey Allen, you're videos have made me realize the importance of saving up for a high quality pole. I've started window shopping for poles recently and I just found out that k tek makes something called an articulated boom pole (basically it has a locking joint so it can be held at an angle) what do you think of it? Would that be something you would consider using, or is it better to invest in a traditional pole and a boom swinger?

[@paulfairchild8942]

Super helpful review as always.

[@onocoffee]

15:13

[@RuXTaR]

Yes, please do a video about a much better boom pole for a little bit more

[@cyberman8080]

Excellent comparison. I see you're using a plug-on TX (similar to my Sennheiser) with a screw-to-tighten XLR connection. How reliably does that stay attached on the side-exit XLR port of the boom pole, please? I'm tired of getting tangled in XLR cables.

[@jannbautista4480]

Hey Allen I would love to know the build for your studio!

[@robertharker]

Gee wiz, a boom that costs 10 times as much as the $60 is a significantly better boom. What a surprise. And why did you not tap on the mic cable at the head with the more expensive boom poles? Maybe because they have the same problem?

[@dylanj8676]

What's the mic on there, some sort of prototype of the Uni-Mic? I see what looks like a Deity logo on there.

[@BenDunlop]

A little dry graphite lubricant would fix the grabbing/telescoping issue? No?

[@davidkirk1426]

Thanks Allen - yes is you could do something on the most “affordable “ good boom pole, that would be pretty sweet. Though in defence of Neewer, their cardboard packing makes a good firefighter. . .

[@IamCurrentlyAscending]

What about a mid-priced like a RODE boompole? Bother? Or continue to save for a pro-level?