Johan Simbade
Tips For Buying a Mic Stand
A microphone stand is simply a free-standing tripod mount for your microphone. It enables the microphone to be placed either in the studio, in the sound booth or even on location without taking a human being to hold it for you. In fact, this device is commonly used by many sound technicians as a reference source to check the quality of a sound system or any other equipment by holding the microphone from a different location. If you are planning to buy a mic stand for your live shows, then read these facts before making a purchase. These suggestions will help you make a wise decision.
There are several types of microphone stands, and there is also a boom that goes with each type. The most popular tripod models are the ones with a telescoping pole whose legs extend to the ground. However, there is also the free-standing boom, which is the most common type of tripod model available. The boom can be adjusted depending on the height of the user and is usually found on the front of the mic stand.
If you are thinking of buying a tripod stand, then it is important for you to check the features that are included in the model. This is one of the most important things to consider before buying a stand because you would want to get the most out of your money. Look for a model that offers good support for the microphone as well as good height adjustment for the stand. The stand should also offer a rubberized stand base, so that it is not too much of an effort to carry the microphone and its cables when they are on a long journey. The stand base should also be strong enough to support the weight of the equipment.
The next thing you need to check is the thread size of the stand. The threads of a mic stand are made from copper, nickel or brass; the latter two being the most common. It is therefore important for you to make sure that the thread size is appropriate for the equipment. You might also want to think about buying a stand with a thread size that matches the audio equipment.
In addition to the thread size, it is also important to consider the material used to construct the stand. The materials commonly used to manufacture it stands include aluminum, acrylic and wood. You may want to shop around first before making a final decision. The most popular material used is wood because it is highly durable and can be customized according to your requirements. Acrylic and aluminum stands are less expensive than those constructed with wood.
Mic stands come in different designs and sizes and you may want to choose one that suits your needs the best. The boom stand is the most common type of microphone stand. Such stands are easy to use and are very versatile. The stand comes with an attachment for the microphone that can be used to hold microphones as well as a retractable pedestal that is useful when you need to move the stand to another location. The pedestal has an extending handle so you can easily adjust the distance between the stand and the area where the stand will be placed.
