RODE Boompole Aluminium Boom Pole

RODE Boompole Aluminium Boom Pole

The RODE Boompole is a professional telescopic boom pole machined from high-grade aluminium, made for location recording where a shotgun microphone must be held above the action and out of the picture. It collapses to 855 mm for carrying and extends to 3.2 metres, giving a boom operator the reach to follow dialogue across a room or hold a microphone over a small group without entering the frame. Precision balancing and a smooth extension system let the RODE Boompole be adjusted in seconds, and its firm locking mechanism holds the chosen length through a full take.

Why Choose RODE Boompole Aluminium Boom Pole?

The RODE Boompole has become a standard piece of location kit because it is strong, simple and dependable. The aluminium sections resist flex at full extension, so the microphone stays on axis with the speaker, and the pole’s balanced feel makes it comfortable to swing between speakers during a conversation. Quick-release locking sleeves allow precise, secure adjustment without tools, and the rubber grip gives a secure hold even during long outdoor sessions. Because it uses the industry-standard 3/8-inch thread, the pole works with the shock mounts, pistol grips and suspensions that most location recordists already own.

Key Features

• High-grade aluminium: machined, black anodised sections that stay rigid at full extension
• 855 mm to 3.2 metres: compact collapsed length with a long working reach
• 950 grams: light enough for sustained boom operation through long takes
• Smooth telescopic action: five sections with quick-release locking sleeves for precise adjustment
• 3/8-inch thread: industry-standard mount for shock mounts, pistol grips and suspensions

Best Suited For

The RODE Boompole is best suited for film schools, ENG crews, documentary makers, wedding videographers and independent filmmakers moving up from camera-mounted microphones to proper boom technique. It also suits houses of worship, schools and event teams that need clean dialogue from a distance, and any recordist who wants one dependable pole for everyday location work.

Setup and Connection Guide

Screw your shotgun microphone’s shock mount or pistol grip onto the 3/8-inch thread and check that it is tight before lifting the pole. Run the microphone cable along the pole to keep it clear of the frame, extend the sections one at a time from the base and lock each sleeve, then position the microphone just above and in front of the speaker, aimed at the chest. Keep the pole out of the shot and out of its own shadow, and collapse it fully before walking between setups so the sections are protected.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this boom pole when collapsed and extended?

It collapses to 855 mm and extends to 3.2 metres, which suits rooms, halls and outdoor locations alike.

Which microphones fit this boom pole?

Any shotgun microphone mounted in a shock mount or pistol grip with a 3/8-inch thread, including RODE NTG series microphones and most third-party suspensions.

Is this boom pole the same as the carbon-fibre model?

No. This is the aluminium model: heavier than the carbon-fibre version at 950 grams, but with a longer 3.2-metre reach and a lower price, which makes it the practical everyday pole.

Technical Specifications

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