Microphone stand: What's the difference between a cantilever stand and a desktop stand?

Desktop supports are easy to move, and are generally used on tables or the ground, but they are easily touched by users' feet and legs when moving.

Cantilever does not have the above problems, but it needs to be fixed on the ceiling, which is inconvenient to move.

Mainly depends on the venue and purpose. For example, the former is mostly used for singing performance (easy for performers to play), while the latter is mostly used for recording and broadcasting (with little influence and good effect).