Thomann Orchestra Stand Premium

Ok - quality wise this impressed me. I needed a good and sturdy stand for use in our rehearsal room/studio space. Not just to hold lyrics sheets and notes, but also to put a tab on from time to time. I had those portable flimsy metal ones kids use in their corps. This makes an excellent stand to my needs and did not cost very much. If sturdy is what you need and you don't worry about weight and easy transport, this would be a good choice. It also looks kind of professional, so I would not hesitate to use this in more formal settings either.

Of all the products I've had from Thomann, this is easily the most disappointing. It has a flimsy feel overall, but the screws that set height or the angle of the sheet rest are particularly flimsy. They are surprisingly small diameter and it's hard to get a firm grip without using what feels like undue force.

The rubber feet are thin and loose. Pick the stand up to move it and they are liable to simply drop off.

The word 'Premium' is inappropriate.

I bought two of these: along with several other items they arrived in a large box which was not adequate and had torn open in transit. Fortunately they were well protected by their own packaging inside the larger box.

This is not the first time I've had a delivery from Thomann which was inadequately packed, and it makes me reluctant to order from them again. The first mispackaged delivery, which included a set of cymbals, led to a return, but that process was a nightmare and I'm afraid that I couldn't face a repeat of it.

I wanted a more solid stand for when I was playing longer duration performances or rehearsals and this ticks all the boxes. Size of the sheet music area is good. The depth of the shelf holding the music is really great, I can put a lot of music and pens etc. on it that won't fall off while I'm playing or moving music around.

Solid build, good sturdy legs and tightening screws are easy to use. Obviously being a solid music stand that part doesn't collapse down small so it makes it a little awkward at times to carry. It's not really a criticism, as that's the whole point of this stand, but just something to note if you're used to a fully collapsible stand.

So far it's stood up very well to being transported and thrown around a little in cars etc.

I have paired this with the Might Bright duet LED light and it makes for a great all round music stand and light combo.

Very happy overall with it.