Скачать или смотреть 3D Printed Mic Arm vs. Elgato Low Profile

How does a 3D printed mic arm compare to the real thing? Is this a practical project, or just a goofy gimmick?

A few interesting stats:
-18 plates of prints
-37h 23m total print time
-739g of filament
-$16.98 total filament cost

•The Mic Arm: https://geni.us/3dmicarm
•My Printer: https://tidd.ly/3LIk62I
•Biqu Build Plate: https://geni.us/MKHyM5W (Amazon)
•3/8 to 5/8 Mic Adapter: https://geni.us/zwHX (Amazon)
•2x4mm Magnets: https://geni.us/MWieQvJ (Amazon)
•Elgato Low Profile: https://geni.us/wavearmlp (Amazon)
•Blue Sona / Yeti Studio Microphone: https://geni.us/sonamic (Amazon)
•Colorful XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

⏱️Chapter Markers:
0:00 - The DIY Project
1:51 - How Much Does It Cost?
4:32 - Assembling the Desk Clamp
7:27 - Assembling the Mic Arm
12:07 - Installing Magnets
15:32 - First Test
17:21 - Mic Sag Issue
19:12 - Finishing The Desk Clamp
20:27 - Fixing The Saggy Hinge
22:20 - Second Test
24:28 - Handling Noise / Sound Test
26:07 - Is It Worth It?

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Episode 527: 3D Printing My Own Mic Arm