My ideal stand folds up to 19" (like the 3373) but offers 8' of reach (a la the 3372). No stand I know of meets both these requirements. So I carry a 3373 and a 20" Bogen heavy duty flexarm extension (gooseneck). I rarely use the gooseneck, but when I do it gets me up to ~8'. So I run either:
I think this would be perfect. Thanks for the links! I found
all the different stands and accessories very confusing,
especially with all the adapters, so it is much appreciated.
I just placed my order for all the items you listed, and
added the 7' extension pole for good measure.
I rarely run a stand anymore - almost always clamp to other stands or some other fixture in the venue.
There isn't a big taping community here in
Montreal...Probably because not many jam bands come through.
I've only seen a stand at shows a couple times( Blues
Traveler and Wide Spread Panick), and never an actual taping
section, so I'm most likely going to be the only one. I'd
also like to use a stand on the sly if I get up the courage,
so that is also why I want a low profile set up.
I'm going to Europe to see some Tragically Hip shows
this summer. They do allow taping, but they don't have a
taping section, and defer to the venue for what type of
taping is allowed. So, having something low profile will be
good for taking on the road and may result in less hassles
from venues.
Now I just need to get a mic bar and I should be set.