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Title: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: MarkF on October 21, 2005, 02:23:05 PM

SSIA
Looking for a lower profile stand.

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: Billy Mumphrey on October 21, 2005, 02:33:29 PM

I run sp c4's, sp shock mounts, and a shure vert bar on my mod'd 3373. It does great in stable areas. I tried in grass once, it stayed up, but was a bit wobbly.

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: creekfreak on October 22, 2005, 11:36:58 AM

I have run my TL's on my 3733 if that will tell you anything...

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: bagtagsell on October 22, 2005, 11:42:36 PM

I use to have an avenger, which was very similar to the 3373.  The sway made me uncomfortable.  IMO. YMMV

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: mhibbs on October 27, 2005, 03:37:57 PM

Quote from: Chanher on October 21, 2005, 02:33:29 PM

I run sp c4's, sp shock mounts, and a shure vert bar on my mod'd 3373. It does great in stable areas. I tried in grass once, it stayed up, but was a bit wobbly.

The trick to grass is to lay the legs completely flat against the ground and stake it down w/ 3 tent stakes.  I've done that several times w/ my 3373.  If you get a little sway, it's no big deal w/ it staked down.  I've also had 2 sets of 480s w/ mounts on mine before w/ no major issues.


mh

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: Charlies on October 28, 2005, 11:02:27 AM

Quote from: MarkF on October 21, 2005, 02:23:05 PM

SSIA
Looking for a lower profile stand.

Definitely...ran it many times with 480s and vert bar, although when you fly it as high as it will go it is not too sturdy (the heavy vert bar will cause the top of the stand made with the thinnest metal to sway if it is bumped). Good luck.

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: dnsacks on October 28, 2005, 11:40:31 AM

if using the 3373 on a grassy surface that is sloped, I've had great luck positioning the stand so that 2 legs are facing downhill and one leg is facing uphill.  I then jam the uphill leg a few inches into the ground to both level the stand and give it a LOT of stability/support. 

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: Billy Mumphrey on October 28, 2005, 02:55:14 PM

Quote from: mhibbs on October 27, 2005, 03:37:57 PM

The trick to grass is to lay the legs completely flat against the ground and stake it down w/ 3 tent stakes.  I've done that several times w/ my 3373.  If you get a little sway, it's no big deal w/ it staked down.  I've also had 2 sets of 480s w/ mounts on mine before w/ no major issues.


mh

Quote from: dnsacks on October 28, 2005, 11:40:31 AM

if using the 3373 on a grassy surface that is sloped, I've had great luck positioning the stand so that 2 legs are facing downhill and one leg is facing uphill.  I then jam the uphill leg a few inches into the ground to both level the stand and give it a LOT of stability/support. 

great ideas, thanks

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: Kindguy on November 03, 2005, 06:35:24 PM

I only run my 3373. I don't want to carry my large stand anymore.

Title: Re: Is the Bogen 3373 sturdy enough for vert bar and 460's
Post by: BobW on November 06, 2005, 09:54:24 PM

I've run the S.P. LSD2 on a 3373.
Swayed more than a fishing pole hit by a big bass  ;D

As long as no one is brushing against it or high winds, I'd imagine you'd be OK if you watch it closely.
How much does the vert bar and 460s weigh ?

Shipping weight on the LSD2 is 8 lbs. including case and cable.
I think it safe to say the mic is at least 4 lbs.
My scale isn't accurate at it's weight.
If I hold a 5 lb. bag of sugar in my right hand and the LSD2 in my left, I tilt right.   ;D