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I will compare this stand to the Beyerdynamic GST500, which is a very high quality stand made by K&M.
1 - The metal base is very similar with the only difference being it is a little lower mass, but it is still high enough and heavy enough to be considered a quality mic stand. There is also slight variation with the mould of the plastic parts that hold the legs, but they are of equal density and thus quality.
2 - The rubber feet are a size smaller than the higher priced K&M stands but still of the same quality.
3 - The twist grip sleeve is a light plastic. It seems lower quality than the regular K&M grip. I believe this could be an old design of the sleeve which they have updated. The grip is the same across the entire range of K&M stands except this older version (see the cheap 25905 and 21070, and the more expensive 21090. All the same sleeve.
Now the things that are the same.
Literally everything else is the same.
The tubing is an exact match. I took them both apart and checked every detail and they came from the same machine.
The locking mechanisms on the boom are the same exact ones.
The small plastic grips that go inside the center pole to tighten the extension pole are the exact same ones.
So the only difference between this stand and the more expensive stands are the plastic twist grip, the mass of the base, and the rubber feet.
The updated K&M twist grip is available on this site so can be easily updated and still be cheaper than the other stands.
So don't worry, this stand is definitely worth buying.
1 - The metal base is very similar with the only difference being it is a little lower mass, but it is still high enough and heavy enough to be considered a quality mic stand. There is also slight variation with the mould of the plastic parts that hold the legs, but they are of equal density and thus quality.
2 - The rubber feet are a size smaller than the higher priced K&M stands but still of the same quality.
3 - The twist grip sleeve is a light plastic. It seems lower quality than the regular K&M grip. I believe this could be an old design of the sleeve which they have updated. The grip is the same across the entire range of K&M stands except this older version (see the cheap 25905 and 21070, and the more expensive 21090. All the same sleeve.
Now the things that are the same.
Literally everything else is the same.
The tubing is an exact match. I took them both apart and checked every detail and they came from the same machine.
The locking mechanisms on the boom are the same exact ones.
The small plastic grips that go inside the center pole to tighten the extension pole are the exact same ones.
So the only difference between this stand and the more expensive stands are the plastic twist grip, the mass of the base, and the rubber feet.
The updated K&M twist grip is available on this site so can be easily updated and still be cheaper than the other stands.
So don't worry, this stand is definitely worth buying.
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Nice stand for everyday work
Solid, well built stand, on the mid-cheap side but still better than the average cheapo boom stand. Nice weight, there is only one feature that I personally don't like: the screw-on boom part of the stand, which connects the upper part to the straight one; sometimes, when I want to tighten the the stand to a certain height (clockwise motion), holding the top part with your other hand may cause the upper part to come loose (being applied a counter clockwise motion), which is pretty annoying, to the point that I'm thinking about gluing this upper screw once for all (the one connecting the straight part to the boom contraption). Some stands do not have this strange screw connection (I guess is there for disassembly purposes), and I think it is for the best...
Other little minor issue, the boom arm is a bit wobbly, once the knob is tightened, there is still a little game on the arm. It's not a big concern, but if you are looking for professional studio equipment and/or going to record with a very sensitive mic, I would look (obviously) for a more solid stand. Overall, nice stand for rehearsal room/ amateur, intermediate recording applications.
Other little minor issue, the boom arm is a bit wobbly, once the knob is tightened, there is still a little game on the arm. It's not a big concern, but if you are looking for professional studio equipment and/or going to record with a very sensitive mic, I would look (obviously) for a more solid stand. Overall, nice stand for rehearsal room/ amateur, intermediate recording applications.
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Decent - but I am disappointed!
I use this stand quite a lot in my studio and it is pretty stable and has no problem holding 57s, MD421s, pencil condensers or lightweight large diaphragm condensers (eg 414) out on a reach. But what really bugs me is that a K+M stand droops if I set it to hold a u87 or similar on a half-extended reach. With the little plastic nut you just can't get enough torc. If you really go for it and groan a lot, you can get it to hold - but sometimes it still sags. For heavier mics get the one with the metal pin though the nut - I have one of those and I trust it!
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Excellent stand on a budget
K&M robust stand with a solid cast iron base. Height is just right even for tall people and the Boom is just a useful addition. Fine for stage handheld microphones and instrument mics. Cons: the boom arm sags in studio with a heavy condenser microphone, and you have to tighten the retaining screw a lot or hang a counterweight on the opposite end of the boom arm to keep it stable.
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You get what you pay for
These aren't bad for the money, but would not be near the quality or stability of the more expensive K&M stands. They are good for light work (such as straight up vocal mic) but I don't thing I would put a large diaphragm condensor over a drum kit with one.
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Great value!
I've only ever bought cheap microphone stands as I figured they were pretty straight forward and that they would vary little in quality. However, I decided to try something a little more expensive after multiple cheaper stand breakages. Although not the most expensive stand, the quality of the stand really impressed me. I would recommend this product as it is a top quality stand at a fairly affordable price!
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Does the trick!
Not THE most stable microphone stand in the world, but it sure does what it's supposed to do. Nothing wrong with it, holds your mics in place and doesn't really wobble unless you run into it or bring it up on a very bouncy stage. Great for studio use, very affordable!
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Spend a little more and get one model up.
Everything about this stand feels high quality and sturdy.
The only problem I have with it is that if you extend the boom arm to far out it has a tendency to tilt forward. It is not posible to tighten the screw holding this tight enough.
Because of this problem, my advice would be to spend a little more and get one model up.
The only problem I have with it is that if you extend the boom arm to far out it has a tendency to tilt forward. It is not posible to tighten the screw holding this tight enough.
Because of this problem, my advice would be to spend a little more and get one model up.
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Does the job - no questions asked.
Definitely decent value for money. More than twice as good than stands half the price that I've seen.
I definitely have confidence that it will still be in good shape in a years time.
I have experience with some much more expensive stands that are of superior quality, but - as I said - much more expensive.
Over all, I see this as a good choice, from a good brand, that would be ideal for beginner to intermediate level performers.
Would have liked if it came with a mic clip - or specified that it doesn't (so I could have gotten one in the same order), but they're cheap, so no biggie!
Definitely decent value for money. More than twice as good than stands half the price that I've seen.
I definitely have confidence that it will still be in good shape in a years time.
I have experience with some much more expensive stands that are of superior quality, but - as I said - much more expensive.
Over all, I see this as a good choice, from a good brand, that would be ideal for beginner to intermediate level performers.
Would have liked if it came with a mic clip - or specified that it doesn't (so I could have gotten one in the same order), but they're cheap, so no biggie!
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A good stand, but I imagine there are better
This stand works, is stable and doesn't fall over easily, as long as you position the arm along one of the legs. It is a little unstable, with a lot of play back and forth, but this is only a minor concern as the weight stabilizes things and makes it pretty solid. My biggest complaint is that I had to use a wrench to tighten the up/down joint in the arm, as it had a tendency to slowly sag otherwise. Works well, all in all.
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