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Frank F
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Depending upon your location a desk mounted "arm" will need to be isolated/de-coupled from the desk. Simple vibrations from any motor or fan in your computer or even hands on the desk will cause inherent noise to be transferred into the microphone through the desk and springs of the "arm".
Placing a piece of rubber under the desk clamp (on top and under the desk) will help with this isolation/de-coupling.
A tripod mic stand with boom may be another choice to consider. They are available inexpensively from Quik Lok, On Stage, or Jam Stands through most retailers. Again, as the stand is tall it will pick up vibrations in the room acting as an antenna, of sorts. Place the stand on a second piece of carpet or rubber pad for best results, using a mic stand "sock" is also advised.
The hunt for a good mic holder is always tough. Good luck on your choices.
Frank F
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dwpthe3rd
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| Posted: Thu May 13, 2010 8:59 am Post subject: |
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The hunt for a good mic holder is always tough. Good luck on your choices.
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Yep. First thing I noticed was the "vibration" factor from simply placing hands on the desk (even with the Audio Technica shock mount supplied with my AT4033 mic).
Its always a tradeoff, although the convenience in this situation makes it a worthwhile compromise. Thank you for responding - I appreciate the comment(s), as I certainly feel like I'm tiptoeing through the site here as a noob in an environment of genuine VO talents. 
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Deirdre
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I put closed-cell neoprene or someo other carpet pad-style puffy stuff under the mount for the arm whether it's on the wall or on the desk.
Now what I need is a new elastic cradle for my RE 20.
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Frank F
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Deebs,
The M600 is one fo the best for a not "rubber band" shock mount. A bit pricey, but works very well. If the M600 does not fit your RE20 (I cannot remember the throat size of the mount), then use a normal spider mount and double up on the bands.
Just another audio hint from your friendly neighborhood VO nut.
Frank F
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JSantucci
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How about this? http://tinyurl.com/2dojtmf
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