Does a Field Recordist need Boom Pole?

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Boom Poles – Does a Field Recordist need one?

I’m a field recordist – do I need a boom pole? Honestly, I never thought that a boom pole would be part of my kit while traveling around the world recording sounds full-time.

Thanks to K-Tek for sending us this lightweight boom pole to try out! In this video, I give you my thoughts about this Internal XLR Coiled Cable set up and answer the question does a field recordist actually need one! I’ll talk about the benefits and setbacks of having a K-Tek KP6CCR 6′ KlassicPro!