The 10 Best Microphone Holders

If you’re looking for a heavy-duty stand that won’t compromise on versatility, the Gator Frameworks (appx. $55) has you covered. It’s made with strong steel to endure regular use, with an integrated cable clip and an easy-to-use twist clutch for height adjustments.

It’s certainly not cheap, but if you’re willing to invest a little extra for the peace of mind that comes with dependable performance and durability, the Rode PSA1 (around $98) should satisfy you. You can position it at just about any angle you need, and it won’t droop or sway.

A super-heavy stand can be a pain to transport, while an extremely lightweight model may be at risk of tipping over, which is why the Hola! Music Pro (about $65) puts an emphasis on finding that happy medium. A large, intuitive knob allows you to customize its angle.

For those of you who keep a variety of microphones on hand for different applications, investing in the On-Stage MSA2700 (around $24) may not be a bad idea. It’s built with a black powder-coated finish for durability, and it’ll help you remove clutter from your life.

Since it’s constructed from strong, flexible plastic, the Shure WA371 (about $7) will provide a tight grip on mics of different sizes without cracking or warping. It’s not flashy, but if it’s only audio performance you’re concerned with, its low-profile look should suit you fine.

Once you get the Eastshining Scissor (about $20) installed in your home office or professional recording studio, you can feel confident that the suspension springs on this boom arm will keep the mic from shaking or rattling, which can affect the sound quality.

Thanks to the tough rubber padding on the bottom of its legs, the Etubby Podcast (about $14) won’t leave your counter or studio table all nicked up when you’re finished recording. It’s compatible with both wireless and wired mics, which is convenient.

If you use a wireless mic for speaking events or music gigs, the Audio2000 AMC4181 (about $10) make for a nice, no-frills choice. They’re too wide to accommodate a wired microphone, but they take very little time to set up and are a solid value when compared to similar models.

What the Pyle PMKS8 (around $9) lacks in size it makes up for in portability. The gooseneck is firm enough to provide reliable stability, yet offers sufficient flexibility to ensure that it won’t be a pain to adjust. The weighted cast-iron base helps it maintain balance.

A journalist or a radio host taking his or her show on the road will enjoy the Ammoon MS-12 (around $11), a nifty little model that’s easy to stow away for travel. You can use its simple, smooth adjustment mechanism to position it at an array of different angles.