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Samson MBA28 Microphone Boom Arm (28")

BH #SAMBA28 • MFR #SAMBA28
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Samson MBA28 Microphone Boom Arm (28")
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Key Features
  • Podcasting, Streaming, Broadcasting
  • C-Clamp and Flange for Surface Mounting
  • 28" Maximum Arm Reach
  • Internal Springs
The MBA28 Microphone Boom Arm from Samson provides a maximum horizontal/vertical arm reach of 28" respectively, giving users convenient flexibility with their mic placement. It can be used in radio, podcast, or home studio applications.
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Samson SAMBA28 Overview

The MBA28 Microphone Boom Arm from Samson provides a maximum horizontal/vertical arm reach of 28" respectively, giving users convenient flexibility with their mic placement. It can be used in radio, podcast, or home studio applications.

It features internal springs that allow for silent and effortless positioning, which is ideal while recording or during live broadcasts. The boom arm has a 5/8"-27 mic-clip threading that can accommodate any mic weighing up to five pounds. The MBA28 microphone boom arm includes two mounting options: A C-clamp mount for a temporary attachment to a table or desk and a permanently fixed flange option.

UPC: 809164019954

Samson SAMBA28 Specs

Key Specs
Mic Mount Thread Size
5/8"-27 Male
Total Reach
28" / 71.12 cm
Base Type
Table Clamp
Included Cable
None
Color
Black
Microphone Mounting
Microphone Mount
No Mount Included
Mic Mount Thread Size
5/8"-27 Male
Boom
Boom Arm Type
Articulated
Total Reach
28" / 71.12 cm
Riser & Base
Maximum Height
No Stand Shaft or Riser Included
Base Type
Table Clamp
Cable
Included Cable
None
Physical
Color
Black
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.7 x 7.6 x 3.6"

Samson SAMBA28 Reviews

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Would this work if I attached the flange mount to ...

Would this work if I attached the flange mount to the wall? Or are the joints going to be incompatible with that 90 degree orientation change?
Asked by: William
So this arm can obviously mount to a desk but I've just recently mounted it to a 2"x6" ceiling joist. With the base at a 90-degree angle, you can then attach the boom and use the set-screw on the base to tighten the boom into place. There is a downside to doing this as it removes the ability to pivot the boom (though the scissor action continues to operate). If the flange mount also has a set screw, then it should be possible as well.
Answered by: Tony
Date published: 2021-07-20

Sorry if this is stupid, but is it capable for a ...

Sorry if this is stupid, but is it capable for a yeti?
Asked by: Stork
Yes this will work with a blue yeti it has the same 5/8 tread to connect and it can hold the weight of the Yeti as well.
Answered by: leticia
Date published: 2021-03-09

The boom arm is stiff by default, Is it possible ...

The boom arm is stiff by default, Is it possible to adjust the tension?
Asked by: Brian
There is no tension adjustment. I have to put some muscle into moving the arm either up and down or forward and backward. It supports a lot of weight without sagging. Make sure to keep your fingers out of the space between the twin support rods.
Answered by: Bryant
Date published: 2021-07-09

How does the quality of this compare to the Rode ...

How does the quality of this compare to the Rode PSA1?
Asked by: Luka
The quality of this studio boom arm would be similar to the Rode PSA1 Studio Boom Arm for Broadcast Microphones, BH #ROPSA1, but it has a shorter reach of 28-inches fully extended.
Answered by: Steve
Date published: 2023-02-25

Will this work with the Ntg2 ROde mic?

Will this work with the Ntg2 ROde mic?
Asked by: Daniel
This stand will work with the included clip from the NTG2.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-09-09

I want to make sure this is tall enough to reach ...

I want to make sure this is tall enough to reach over my monitor, I appears in the photo the section from the clamp to the elbow is equal in length to the section from the mic to the elbow, so is each section 28 inches in length or is it 28 inches from desk to mic measuring both sections together?
Asked by: Edwin
Each section from pivot to pivot is 14". Using the bolt-on mount on my desk, clearance measures 16.5" when the top arm is horizontal. Clearing under the book arm goes up to around 18, 18.5" (vertical at mid-boom) when you angle it up about 20 degrees. You could angle higher, but then mic proximity comes into the equation.
Answered by: Grant
Date published: 2020-11-07

Will this work with a Samson Meteor Mic USB ...

Will this work with a Samson Meteor Mic USB Studio Microphone?
Asked by: Keith
Yes, the Samson Meteor Mic can be mounted on the MBA28 Microphone Boom Arm. The thread size on the mic is 5/8" which is the same as the thread on the MBA28.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2020-01-05

Does the joint at the mic maintain it's angle as ...

Does the joint at the mic maintain it's angle as you move the boom arm? Or do you have to reposition the mic each time the boom arm is moved?
Asked by: Geoffrey
The action of the spring inside the arm maintains a proportionate angle between the bottom and middle joints. Due to the nature of the spring-loaded arm, the joints do not naturally move independently of each other. It is however possible to keep the arm steady during adjustment without too much difficulty, and each joint can be manually adjusted if the opposite section is held in place with your other hand.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2022-11-14
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