K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable
The K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole provides a moderately priced, lightweight boompole solution for ENG, EFP and other field recording applications. Its sturdy aluminum design is tough enough to endure the rigors of road use while remaining lightweight and travel worthy. This pole features an internally coiled cable and XLR connection at the base of the pole. A total of 4 aluminum sections telescope between 2' 5"- 7' 2" (0.76 - 2.19m) and will easily store in any standard equipment case. The captive-collet coupling system lock each section in place for even further reliability.
- Internally coiled XLR cable and connection at the base
- The KE-89CC features a bottom-mounted 3-pin XLR connection
- Designed to fit in any standard equipment case, for ENG, EFP and DV location production work
- Jam-resistant collar coupling
- Unique pole top design with cable retention slots and replaceable stailess steel mounting stud
| Material | Aluminum |
| Sections | 4 |
| Length | 2' 5"- 7' 2" (0.76 - 2.19m) |
| Weight | 1.11 lbs (0.50kg) |
| Load Capacity | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
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by PowerReviews(based on 54 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (45)
- Compact (30)
- Professional quality (28)
- Highly compatible (25)
- Improves performance (22)
Cons
- Poor design (4)
- Lacks functionality (3)
- Poor performance (3)
Best Uses
- Independent films (35)
- In the studio (19)
- Complex projects (17)
- Home movies (16)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional artist (24), Business owner (15), Film student (8), Enthusiast (5), Professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (23)
Most Liked Positive Review
Don't leave home without it.
This boompole is great for getting up close and personal audio while filming without dropping too much cash. Very lightweight, which matters a lot when having to hold it over a shot. The integrated...Read complete review
This boompole is great for getting up close and personal audio while filming without dropping too much cash. Very lightweight, which matters a lot when having to hold it over a shot. The integrated cord makes it very easy to use.
The only signs that this is a more uh reasonably priced boompole are that the lock rings are a bit confusing to figure out, and sometimes the microphone mount bolt at the end works itself loose resulting in embarrasing "microphone wilt". All in all, a solid product and I would buy it again for the price.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice basic boom pole
I bought the product for a location audio gig I began last week. It has worked fine for my purpose, but there are minor things that bother me. For example, the internal coil ...Read complete review
I bought the product for a location audio gig I began last week. It has worked fine for my purpose, but there are minor things that bother me. For example, the internal coil often rattles against the insides of the pole, causing a slight rattling noise in the mic. Also, it seems difficult to pull slack out of the mic end to make sure that I have enough to securely plug in my mic,
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
This boom pole I received as a gift is excelent quality, the internally coiled cable never rattles or makes a sound wether the pole is fully extended or not, so no problem with the sound.
The only thing is that is a little short for booming in long shots or inaccesible places, but other than that the quality is top notch.
I should say that this came with the "Sennheiser ME66/K6 - Shotgun Condenser Microphone Basic Kit" so as part of the kit works flawlessly, but I would suggest a larger boom pole also.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Affordable, light weight boom with accessories for the on-the-go professionals.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Affordable internal coil
- Good medium length boom
Cons
- None
Best Uses
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Good medium length boom pole
Affordable even with internal coiled cable
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
This is a light and relatively inexpensive boom pole that does the job. There are two problems with the boom pole, perhaps shared by many others of its kind:
1. While opening the pole, one has to progress from the fattest to the thinnest member. This is a nuisance since, if one didn't want to extend it fully, one would prefer to extend only the thinner members (for better distribution of weight). I had a Rode pole earlier that had the same problem. It can probably be seen in all poles that have a threaded locking system.
2. The members spin freely relative to each other, making one wonder if the coiled cable is getting more and more twisted inside, perhaps to snap conatact with the XLR connector at some point. It's possible that the contacts are designed to swivel around, but the literature doesn't say anything about this.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Lives up to the ktek reputation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Interviews and film making, has a great distance once extended, and very sturdy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
The boom has internal XLR cable that save you from having to secure wires to prevent them from dangling into your shot.Well constructed but a little heavy.For the price a great piece of equipment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
This boom is solid, fair length at full. The only thing that would make it better is to have a padded grip for the boom operator.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
plenty light enough, very easy to set up and store. love the interior wiring. was part of a b&h economy kit and exceeded expectations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor twistlocks
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Love the sturdy feel of the aluminum. Great XLR cable built in.
Wish it had foam/neoprene grips for better movement. Extension twist locks seem cheaply designed.
All in all a great pole for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Nice boom poll. Worked well with everything though would recommend upgrading to lighter poll when if you can afford it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
This was included in the kit I bought to do some internet reviews for a supplement company. I'd been having troubles getting clear sound. So I ordered the kit and wow what a difference. Clear and balanced sound. Well worth the buck!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
- Noisy rattle
- Poor Design
- Poor Performance
Best Uses
- Home Movies
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
I sent this back because the internal coil rattles when you twist the pole. My NTG-3 picks up the noise easily.[...] A good boom operator must shift the pole back and forth between two actors to catch the "sweet spot" for the highest quality sound. If you want to hold the pole completely steady and just hang it over the scene, I suppose that the rattling wouldn't be too much of a problem, but I must warn, if you so much as shift your weight, you will get the noise, and it may very well ruin the take. This is utterly inexcusable in a boompole.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
I have used the boom pole for 3 different projects already, and I must say, it is awesome. It is light weight compared to a few other poles I have used, yet feels sturdy enough for me not to worry about my shotgun mic when the pole is fully extended. I also use this particular pole when I am training/instructing others on how to operate audio equipment. I do think there should be some form of a plastic blocker on the bottom of the pole for when storing it away so no dust gets into the pole.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Audio Video Production
- Complex Projects
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
I bought the kit and I'm very happy with this boompole. It's lightweight yet sturdy and it's great that the XLR cable is inside. No complaints about this product!
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Stong and light. It works well with my lightweight gun. It also has a nice case and it compatable with all my lightwight equiptment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
I purchased a basic audio package from B and H and I am proud to say that I'm highly satisfied with the quality, brand, and performance of my products. Thanks B and H for being the reliable source to go to for professional camera and audio gear.
Kris Wright
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Noisey
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
If the pole isn't extended all the way the cable inside rattles. Other than that, great price and light weight.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Its a pretty good boom pole. Not overly flexable so it doesn't bounce around. Plugs built into the pole itself. Pretty sturdy. I reccomend getting it in a package deal with the whole set up.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about K-Tek KE-89CC Avalon Series Aluminum Boompole with Internal Coiled XLR Cable:
Lightweight, thoug it is aluminum. The XLR jack in the bottom accepts the 105XT transmitter well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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