True, the Shure is light duty. Just offering a possibility!
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Lou Judson =95 Intuitive Audio
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On Dec 5, 2006, at 2:58 PM, Walter Knapp wrote:
> Posted by: "Lou Judson"
>>
>> Shure sells a wonderful stand that folds into a 3.5 ft x 3" carry bag
>> and goes up 15'
>>
>> <http://www.wmcworld.com/micinv.asp?mic=3D1192>
>>
>> I use this for classical recording as well... very light weight!
>
> I have a older Shure stand that's probably in the same series, looks
> very similar, though it goes even taller. It's big problem is that the
> tube sections used are too small. With a big mic like the Telinga or
> SASS on it at full height you are in danger of those sections breaking
> due to flex. Particularly so if there is any breeze or if you cannot
> get
> a perfectly flat place to set it. Would work for a lighter mono mic in
> calm situations, but I only work in stereo now.
>
> Once I found the light stands I've not used the Shure much. I feel much
> more confident putting the expensive mics up on the light stands that
> they won't come crashing down. Though it always must be done with care.
>
> Walt
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