It may be just a flange you say but think of where the broadcast world would be without them. Let's start out with Presidential debates. In the early years of TV these helped hold the mics firmly up to mouths of our greatest leaders. Lets take a look at the Oscars, the Grammys, all of the awards shows for that matter. These little marvels enable the mounting of microphones and goosenecks to tables or podiums so when you need to scroll on your iPad while reading your speech your hands are free to do so. Fits Audio-Technica Case Style(s): M2, M33