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Recommended stand for Noob?
jj69:
I've been stealth taping for years, just new to open taping. Found a couple of venues that allow open taping and I'm not sure where to begin with a stand.
I would prefer something with a small footprint for when space is limited, and adjustable with plenty of height when needed. It would also be nice if the stand would allow mounting of two pairs of mics, as I usually go to shows with another taper.
Is there some kind of beginner's guide to mic stands?
pohaku:
Manfrotto stands are popular and are good quality. In small clubs and small outdoor venues, I often use their Nano stand because it is so light and compact:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/612771-REG/Manfrotto_5001B_5001B_Nano_Black_Light.html
The certainly have other larger stands if you are looking for something with more height or that is more sturdy. I also have a couple of those, but they tend to have bigger footprints:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/644444-REG/Manfrotto_1004BAC_Alu_Master_3_Riser.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/609058-REG/Manfrotto_1052BAC_1052BAC_Alu_Air_Cushioned.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/609055-REG/Manfrotto_1051BAC_1051BAC_Alu_Mini_Air.html
Kind of depends how much height you want, how big a footprint you can manage and how much you want to carry.
There are other good brands as well and I am sure others will suggest those.
jj69:
The 1051BAC seems to have the smallest footprint (at least based on these photos), but 7' seems a bit short. Wouldn't at least 8' be necessary to get above standing room crowds? Do these stands have any kind of height adjustment, or are they just a fixed height?
Do I also need something to go on top of the stand? A T-bar or something? If it matters, mics are Church CA-14 and Sound Professionals SP-CMC-8 (AT 900 series).
heathen:
--- Quote from: jj69 on August 27, 2017, 01:34:21 AM ---The 1051BAC seems to have the smallest footprint (at least based on these photos), but 7' seems a bit short. Wouldn't at least 8' be necessary to get above standing room crowds? Do these stands have any kind of height adjustment, or are they just a fixed height?
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All of these can be adjusted. As to your question about what height is necessary, it depends on where you'll be setting up. Are you going to be in venues that would allow you to get the stand really high? Will it even be optimal in those venues? (Higher isn't always better. There can be a point of diminishing returns.) If you're just using those small mics, you could probably get away with the smaller stand and then later on add an extension if you really need it.
nak700s:
Manfrotto makes amazing stands. Check out B & H or another place that sells them. Get something that can go higher than your needs, this gives you growing room and additional support within the stand itself. You may also need longer cables if you don't already have them. Happy taping!
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