Is there a superior alternative to the V-Moda BoomPro?

[Lotus]

I've gone through 3 BoomPros (https://www.v-moda.com/us/en/products/boompro-microphone) in the course of about 5 years. This most recent one didn't even last six months before I could hear distortion in my headphones depending on cable position. I'm mainly looking for something that's a bit more durable. I love the audio quality of the microphone, and this style of mic works with my headphones, but I just can't constantly keep replacing it.

 

I don't let the cord go on the ground or get tangled either. This is normal, light usage. I just want something I don't have to worry about or baby, and I'm ok with a more expensive product so long as it's basically the same in function. I don't want to get something like a modmic where I now have 2 cables and have to attach something to my headphones other than the cable.

 

Currently looking at https://global.beyerdynamic.com/custom-headset-gear-2-generation.html, but I don't see any reviews.

[gal-m]

Does it have to be attached to your headphones @Lotus?

If not, just go with a standard XLR mic paired with a relatively cheap audio interface that can also power your headphones (it's essentially an amp & DAC) and you're good. Or you could go with a nice USB mic.

[Lotus]

I do want it as part of the cable that attaches to the headphones. I travel a bit and need this for work in addition to play, so I don't want to carry around a desk mic or other standalone mic.

[Psittac]

Antlion Mod Mic