Topic: Best ORTF mounting solution?

[Kyle]

I use a UMS20, although I am going to pick up a Vark because it is nice and compact (and with a clamp makes it very easy to run a second rig).

However, this bar (link below) with a riser is a great option and the price is great. Probably going to get on of these as well.

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/KM-Microphone-Bar-Dual-Mic-Holder?sku=450488&src=3WFRWXX&ZYXSEM=0&CAWELAID=73933361

And make a riser out of these...

http://www.posthorn.com/Usskm_5.html#table4

[newplanet7]

^^^^
This is what I use.
Except I use the folding akg stereo bar.
Same risers though. Works like a charm.
Cost effective too.

How critical is this vertical displacement?  I've gone to great lengths to keep the mic bodies just a hair apart in coincident or near coincident pairs.  I looked at that Shure vertical bar at one point and discounted it based on the vertical displacement distance.

It's not critical if the spacing is withing reason.
An inch or two is no big deal.
It's the only way it works with the vert bar.
I've never had any problem with it.

[Fried Chicken Boy]

However, this bar (link below) with a riser is a great option and the price is great. Probably going to get on of these as well.

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.com/product/KM-Microphone-Bar-Dual-Mic-Holder?sku=450488&src=3WFRWXX&ZYXSEM=0&CAWELAID=73933361

And make a riser out of these...

http://www.posthorn.com/Usskm_5.html#table4

After using a handful of others, that K&M bar is my current favorite.  Cheap and nothing special, it sets up quickly and I use it all the time.  Bought it at B&H and, even though not stated, mine came with a riser/adapter >

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/534727-REG/K_M_23550_500_55_23550_Adjustable_Microphone_Bar.html