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The missing link
Used on some (non K&M) stands in order to counter balance my heavier mics.
Most mic clutches tend to give over time, and this counterweight is the ideal counter to that. I don't think you'll ever be able to perfectly balance with one, but they take a lot of the stress out of the central clutch rubber.
Simple to install too - remove anything from the mic stand's boom, slide this on, reassemble. Solid weight and can be used to settle arguments with drummers.
Most mic clutches tend to give over time, and this counterweight is the ideal counter to that. I don't think you'll ever be able to perfectly balance with one, but they take a lot of the stress out of the central clutch rubber.
Simple to install too - remove anything from the mic stand's boom, slide this on, reassemble. Solid weight and can be used to settle arguments with drummers.
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Very useful for balancing a boom
Many microphone boom arms lack a counterweight to balance the microphone. I've seen people using extreme force to tighten the main locking screw to try to stop the boom drooping, which can damage the washers. With proper use of a counterweight, far less force is required. Two things are required to use this product: Firstly it is important to check that the boom has a diameter of 15mm. Secondly, it must be possible to slide the counterweight on to the pole. For a telescopic boom, I remove the plastic hand grip off the end (which can require a strong grip to twist it off) and plug the tube with a 15mm end cap (available on ebay). The counterweight can then be positioned close to the end if required.
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Improves standard mic stands
We got one of these to 'upgrade' a hybrid stand consisting of a tall Manfrotto base and a conventional boom arm. The stand now works nicely for drum overhead duties where you wouldn't trust a normal stand to hold up a LDC mic. It's a shame the weight can't go to the very end of the boom arm because most have a lengthy plastic handle in the way but I can't see how else K&M could design the fixture.
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Simple answer for heavier mics
One of those handy things to have in your studio/ bag.
I bought K&M stands, thinking they wouldn't droop, but they did with my larger diaphragm mics. I began using my coat as a counter weight, but it looked pretty scrappy in the studio.
This is a simple, elegant solution.
I bought one to try out, and have bought more since then.
No more mic droop!
Happy chappy.
I bought K&M stands, thinking they wouldn't droop, but they did with my larger diaphragm mics. I began using my coat as a counter weight, but it looked pretty scrappy in the studio.
This is a simple, elegant solution.
I bought one to try out, and have bought more since then.
No more mic droop!
Happy chappy.
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good quallity
classical k&m quality, fit on ordinary arm of mic stands. the screw does the job. its not so heavy i bought 2 for 1kg counterweigh of mikrofons.
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Gets the job done
I mounted it permanently on a mic stand for our keyboard player as he uses 2 mics and the mic stand arm kept falling down. It gets the job done, be careful which mic stand you use, it fits perfectly on K&M stands, we tried on some other stand and the hole was too small.
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Easy solution to a common problem
When my expensive condenser mic went over for the third time on one session I realized that just hanging something on the back of the boom stand was just not good enough. I looked at heavy duty boom stands but they were way above my budget - then I found this counter weight. It is very well made and seems to fit most standard mic stands.
Problem solved.
Problem solved.
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Solid Counterweight
We use this for our drummers mic. he has a sm58 and it used to fall down. This simple addon to the end of the boom stand means that the mic stays put. does exaclty what you would expect it to do.
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A must have in studio
A must have in studio's! To balance your microphone in the stand without having tension on the stand screws. More balanced, more professional and better for durability of stands!
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Obeys the laws of physics
This counterweight is extremely useful for securing microphone stands. I now have peace of mind when putting up heavy microphones or accessories. Positioned well, it makes setting up a boom arm a simple balancing act.
The item is small and fits thin microphone poles. This is perfect for my K&M boom arms. Beware, it does not fit all brands.
I have a greater sense of security with this. Putting up microphones with this is very satisfying.
The item is small and fits thin microphone poles. This is perfect for my K&M boom arms. Beware, it does not fit all brands.
I have a greater sense of security with this. Putting up microphones with this is very satisfying.
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