Head-to-head comparison
Electro-Voice RE20 vs InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm
Two of the equipment tools podcasters reach for. Here's how they differ on pricing, features, audience, and the trade-offs that actually matter day-to-day.
At a glance
The honest trade-offs
Electro-Voice RE20
Pros
- Minimal proximity effect (Variable-D)
- Broadcast-grade tone, used at major stations
- Built to last decades
Watch-outs
- $399-$499 puts it out of starter range
- 309A shock mount sold separately
- Needs ~60dB clean gain (Cloudlifter often helps)
InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm
Pros
- 3.3 lb payload covers Yeti and similar mics
- Bundles pop filter and mount adapters
- Cheapest credible arm at this rating
Watch-outs
- Exposed springs can rattle into the mic
- Lightweight steel flexes more than premium arms
- Black powder coating scratches easily
Which one should you pick?
Pick Electro-Voice RE20 if
You’re building around . The RE20 is the broadcast-industry standard for a reason — Variable-D pattern means proximity effect stays minimal even when you move close. Currently around $399-$499 at major retailers.
Pick InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm if
You’re building around . The Amazon-bestseller boom arm that punches above its price tag. The 2026 refresh added a low-profile design and a deeper cable channel, but the soul is the same: cheap steel, exposed springs, and surprisingly good 3.
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Frequently asked
What does Electro-Voice RE20 do better than InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm?
Electro-Voice RE20's standout is "Minimal proximity effect (Variable-D)". InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm doesn't make that promise — it leans into "3.3 lb payload covers Yeti and similar mics" instead. If the first sentence describes your workflow, pick Electro-Voice RE20; if the second does, pick InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm.
What are the trade-offs?
Electro-Voice RE20: $399-$499 puts it out of starter range. InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm: exposed springs can rattle into the mic. Whether either matters depends entirely on what you actually need — neither is a deal-breaker by itself.
Can I use Electro-Voice RE20 and InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm together?
Both are equipment tools so most teams pick one. Some workflows do combine them — for example, using Electro-Voice RE20 for one show or episode type and InnoGear Heavy Duty Boom Arm for another. Worth trying both free tiers before committing.