The only potential issue w/ the previously mentioned stand is its max height. If an artist or venue doesn't want you to run on stage, but is ok w/ stage lip, 2' might only get your mics a couple inches above the stage floor. Of course, if you're primarily taping the same bands, at the same venues, and they are cool w/ on-stage - then not a problem... FWIW I've got a small Bogen stand that works great for both on-stage and stage-lip. It collapses to about the same height as the previously mentioned stand, but can extend up to 4' if needed. It also has the stubby 3 fold out legs so it's very stable.....