To answer the most frequent question, and to support my channel, there are now Amazon links to the exact, or similar products in the video description. Thanks for watching!
Thanks Jason this is really helpful. Too easy to buy the wrong stand. Condenser mics are really heavy so the fastens and weight balance are important too. Would be interested to see how you set up and use the twin mic stand. Cheers. Malster
You're welcome. I think you're referring to the two silver mics on the bar...those are a matched pair of Rode NT5 "pencil" mics. The pair with the bar, is designed for X-Y stereo mic (google it!) configurations that conveniently fit on a single mic stand. Setting an X-Y mic a few feet back is a decent way to record a guitar. Those mics are also often used for drum overheads. X-Y can work well for "large" instruments where there's no one particular spot you want to mic up.
Thank you, this is a very informative video. Recently on of my stands fell over and viciously attacked my Martin (Authentic Series) OM18 doing substantial damage. So the round base idea is what I'm going to be looking to setup in my home studio.
I'm sorry to hear that. I've put a chip in one of my best friends not long ago. I keep on spinning my chair around and knocking the stand in my smallish space. I've gotten better at collapsing the vertical on the stands and tucking them away now. I've also considered adding weight (but not size) to the base...but never got around to that.
Not entirely clear what you want to do? But just guessing...if you want the most flexibility with a long reaching boom...you need a folding tri-stand or something with a wide base for stability.
That's just a straight stand like this: www.amazon.com/Gator-Frameworks-Microphone-Adjustment-GFW-MIC-1000/dp/B00CB7919Q?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1 the mini-boom is separate, and it's usually called a "mini-boom".
it's a combination of two standard things. It's a round base stand PLUS a small boom arm. You'd probably buy them separately, but they are both easily searchable items.
@@generale_ggmf check down the list for answer to similar questions. In general..."Gator"...but good brand depends where you live - see comments in the description.
For Some Reason I Would Careless A While Back Now Mines Got Bend Now My Tlm 102 Is Leaning With My Koctica Eyeball On It Debating Should I Get A Heavy Duty Boom Arm Or To Either To Get A Heavy Duty Stand 🤦🏾♂️
Hard to know exactly what happened from your description. I don't know that mic stands are really "heavy duty" - I think they are just better quality and less likely to fall apart. I'd say if you can afford a TLM-102 mic, then get a high quality stand and you'll be OK?
That second stand is a mix and match of parts: the base and the small arm on top. I was more trying to show what I thought was a good useful configuration. For a simple base and a small arm that could assemble into my Stand 2, or for quality stands in general, I'd recommend Gator Frameworks, seems to be available on Amazon with a lots of models to choose from.
Thanks for the video. i got one question tho, does the second stand, the one with the round base, pick more noise than the first one from ground vibrations? I mean things like footsteps, low frequencies travelling trough the ground, that sort of thing. Or there isn't that much of a noticeable difference?
Good question, because there's no doubt stand vibrations / bumping can transfer to the mic. That's partly what shock mounts are supposed to address might be the solution if you're having that trouble? But to answer your question more directly, I have never noticed any difference due to the base design. But I record in a basement...so the floor under my stands never moves.
Try looking for the brand "Gator" on Amazon, Sweetwater, etc. "Frameworks" is also a Gator brand that seems to be used with the mic stands and accessories. Gator has a pretty full line of quality stuff.
SM7b? It has a thread built right into it, so it's compatible with pretty much everything (in the US market). But it's a heavy mic...so if you want to boom it out, you might want to look for something that has notches to lock the connection between the boom and stand so it doesn't droop. Also because of the weight, you might need a heavier or wider base.
@@behzadraeisi7597 mics and mic stands are generally compatible, so it's really more a question of where you need to hold the mic. If you want to extend the boom a lot horizontally, you may have problems with the stand tipping over.
@@jasonpillingmusic i meant I'm not sure if it can handle the wight of tlm102. (My Eng is not good) I'm usually sitting on the ground for playing guitar and singing (very lazy 😁). So i think a short stand will be better for me.
@@behzadraeisi7597 It would probably be a good choice for that, and a taller stand may not reach low enough. I use the short stand to reach up to a seated position to record guitars. Worst case, you can add a weight to the base if you have problems with tipping.
Hi...generally, any mic fits any stand. It's more about where you want to hold the mic, store the mic/stand when not in use. Except when you're mixing between global regions, and then the standard thread sizes might be different - but that's what the adapters are for. If you let me know how you want to use the mic, I might be able to help more.
So that's a typical large diaphragm mic. It depends how much boom length you really need. Because if you need longer lengths, you're going to want a wide base like the tri-base to avoid it tipping over. I keep my similar mic on a short boom on top of a straight stand with a 9" round base...and it is a bit tippy and I have to be careful.
@@aspectpt9765 the multi-adjusting elbow ones that attach to the desk? I haven't tried them, but if you only wanted it for that one location, I can definitely see the appeal: being always ready and firmly attached.
@Lin Saosin That is adding weight for sure. I haven't used that kind of filter (but hear they are useful in some rooms), but if I had to guess, I think I would use a wider tri-base for that. If you can balance the weight of the reflection booth and the mic above a tri-base, I think you'd be fairly stable.
@@jasonpillingmusic I'm using maono AU-100 condenser clip on lavelier microphone. Is it good idea to use stand for that microphone. Because i want to try with pop filter.
@@nagalakshmirayadi3556 Microphones get used in a wide variety of creative ways all the time, and there's no wrong answer that gets a good result. So, I'd say try it. But a pop filter is not much different than the foam covers, so you could also try a thicker foam wrapped on the mic. Some mics even come with different thicknesses of foam covers. The rule of thumb for a pop filter is if you can breath through it, it lets enough air through. But again I say, whatever gets you the result you want is the right answer. Good luck!
Hi Cody. I bought those pieces separately, and I don't know that I've ever seen them as an actual package deal. It's a standard straight stand, and then I bought a small boom to attach on top. For the small boom...these are pretty cool because they can be short or long depending on your needs. Gator is a great brand....tuff stuff.
Gator Frameworks Telescoping Boom Arm for Microphone Stands (GFW-MIC-0020)
I wouldn't know, I've never been caught. That was back when my eye was always drawn to the flip screen monitor 3" from the actual lens. I've learned to turn it off and reduce distraction from the lens now. Thanks!
To answer the most frequent question, and to support my channel, there are now Amazon links to the exact, or similar products in the video description. Thanks for watching!
This is one of the most straightforward videos I've seen
Thanks! Trying to pack in the quality content!
Super helpful as I consider my first mic stand purchase. I’m glad to see that a short stand will work for seated playing. Thanks.
ya, that model I have, a Samson - MB1, even has a telescoping boom that give a little more range. Good luck!
Packed with awesome tips. This was very timely for me. Thank you so much
Thank you for sharing your real life experience.
Nice work Jason! Thank you
Thank you for this video!
Thanks Jason this is really helpful. Too easy to buy the wrong stand. Condenser mics are really heavy so the fastens and weight balance are important too. Would be interested to see how you set up and use the twin mic stand. Cheers. Malster
You're welcome. I think you're referring to the two silver mics on the bar...those are a matched pair of Rode NT5 "pencil" mics. The pair with the bar, is designed for X-Y stereo mic (google it!) configurations that conveniently fit on a single mic stand. Setting an X-Y mic a few feet back is a decent way to record a guitar. Those mics are also often used for drum overheads. X-Y can work well for "large" instruments where there's no one particular spot you want to mic up.
Thank you, this is a very informative video. Recently on of my stands fell over and viciously attacked my Martin (Authentic Series) OM18 doing substantial damage. So the round base idea is what I'm going to be looking to setup in my home studio.
I'm sorry to hear that. I've put a chip in one of my best friends not long ago. I keep on spinning my chair around and knocking the stand in my smallish space. I've gotten better at collapsing the vertical on the stands and tucking them away now. I've also considered adding weight (but not size) to the base...but never got around to that.
I do asmr which one do you recommend I want were I’m not standing without hitting it
Not entirely clear what you want to do? But just guessing...if you want the most flexibility with a long reaching boom...you need a folding tri-stand or something with a wide base for stability.
I'm new - What is a "thread"?
What is the second stand that you talked about called (The one with the round base)? I would like to buy it on Amazon.
That's just a straight stand like this:
www.amazon.com/Gator-Frameworks-Microphone-Adjustment-GFW-MIC-1000/dp/B00CB7919Q?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1
the mini-boom is separate, and it's usually called a "mini-boom".
What’s the name of the second mic stand
it's a combination of two standard things. It's a round base stand PLUS a small boom arm. You'd probably buy them separately, but they are both easily searchable items.
what is the name and the link of the second stand?
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and the third?😄
@@generale_ggmf check down the list for answer to similar questions. In general..."Gator"...but good brand depends where you live - see comments in the description.
For Some Reason I Would Careless A While Back Now Mines Got Bend Now My Tlm 102 Is Leaning With My Koctica Eyeball On It Debating Should I Get A Heavy Duty Boom Arm Or To Either To Get A Heavy Duty Stand 🤦🏾♂️
Hard to know exactly what happened from your description. I don't know that mic stands are really "heavy duty" - I think they are just better quality and less likely to fall apart. I'd say if you can afford a TLM-102 mic, then get a high quality stand and you'll be OK?
Good review man, keep up the good work. Hope your channel blows up 👍🏿
I appreciate that!
In the beginning of the video, your voice reminded me of Kip from Napoleon Dynamite. Pretty cool.
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can you list the names of these stands? trying to find the second one in amazon
That second stand is a mix and match of parts: the base and the small arm on top. I was more trying to show what I thought was a good useful configuration. For a simple base and a small arm that could assemble into my Stand 2, or for quality stands in general, I'd recommend Gator Frameworks, seems to be available on Amazon with a lots of models to choose from.
What's the name of the small arm on top? Small boom arm? I need that in my life. The second mic stand with round base.
I can't remember where I got it...but Gator makes good stuff. Try searching for this model number is similar: Gator Frameworks GFW-MIC-0020
Hi! Can a desktop boom arm hold Sontronics STC 20 condenser mic (approx 1200 g with a spider shock mount) without dropping ?? TIA
Sorry, I can't answer that. I'm not familiar with the mic, and actually I've never owned or used a desktop boom arm. Good luck!
@@jasonpillingmusic no worries, thanks for responding. Found one which holds more than 1kg . Cheers.
Thanks for the video.
i got one question tho, does the second stand, the one with the round base, pick more noise than the first one from ground vibrations? I mean things like footsteps, low frequencies travelling trough the ground, that sort of thing. Or there isn't that much of a noticeable difference?
Good question, because there's no doubt stand vibrations / bumping can transfer to the mic. That's partly what shock mounts are supposed to address might be the solution if you're having that trouble? But to answer your question more directly, I have never noticed any difference due to the base design. But I record in a basement...so the floor under my stands never moves.
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You're welcome. I'm happy to help.
Can you put the link in the description
Try looking for the brand "Gator" on Amazon, Sweetwater, etc. "Frameworks" is also a Gator brand that seems to be used with the mic stands and accessories. Gator has a pretty full line of quality stuff.
Thank you Jason.great review. Iv got a Shure smb and I need a stand for it instead of the arm stand. Which stand would you recommend?
SM7b? It has a thread built right into it, so it's compatible with pretty much everything (in the US market). But it's a heavy mic...so if you want to boom it out, you might want to look for something that has notches to lock the connection between the boom and stand so it doesn't droop. Also because of the weight, you might need a heavier or wider base.
Great! What's the name of the last one? Where can i buy it?
That exact model is a Samson MB1. Gator makes something similar, model GFW-MIC-0821. You can probably find them on Amazon.
@@jasonpillingmusic thanks. Can i use it for tlm 102? I think the gator is pretty heavy.
@@behzadraeisi7597 mics and mic stands are generally compatible, so it's really more a question of where you need to hold the mic. If you want to extend the boom a lot horizontally, you may have problems with the stand tipping over.
@@jasonpillingmusic i meant I'm not sure if it can handle the wight of tlm102. (My Eng is not good)
I'm usually sitting on the ground for playing guitar and singing (very lazy 😁). So i think a short stand will be better for me.
@@behzadraeisi7597 It would probably be a good choice for that, and a taller stand may not reach low enough. I use the short stand to reach up to a seated position to record guitars. Worst case, you can add a weight to the base if you have problems with tipping.
What mic stand do you think is the best for at2020
Hi...generally, any mic fits any stand. It's more about where you want to hold the mic, store the mic/stand when not in use. Except when you're mixing between global regions, and then the standard thread sizes might be different - but that's what the adapters are for. If you let me know how you want to use the mic, I might be able to help more.
Thank you!
You're welcome!
Missing ultimate support pro stands in this video as a non drooping, non feed moving tripod alternative.
what is the best boom and the normal stand for my Rode nt1?
So that's a typical large diaphragm mic. It depends how much boom length you really need. Because if you need longer lengths, you're going to want a wide base like the tri-base to avoid it tipping over. I keep my similar mic on a short boom on top of a straight stand with a 9" round base...and it is a bit tippy and I have to be careful.
@@jasonpillingmusic Sounds good, thanks for the quick respond!
What about an arm stand?
@@aspectpt9765 the multi-adjusting elbow ones that attach to the desk? I haven't tried them, but if you only wanted it for that one location, I can definitely see the appeal: being always ready and firmly attached.
@@jasonpillingmusic exactly!! I don’t have much space in my bedroom so I figured it would be better to have an arm stand
@Lin Saosin That is adding weight for sure. I haven't used that kind of filter (but hear they are useful in some rooms), but if I had to guess, I think I would use a wider tri-base for that. If you can balance the weight of the reflection booth and the mic above a tri-base, I think you'd be fairly stable.
Sir can we use stands for small sized microphone? Between nice video. 😊
I don't quite understand the question....please try again and I'll try to answer?
@@jasonpillingmusic I'm using maono AU-100 condenser clip on lavelier microphone. Is it good idea to use stand for that microphone. Because i want to try with pop filter.
@@nagalakshmirayadi3556 Microphones get used in a wide variety of creative ways all the time, and there's no wrong answer that gets a good result. So, I'd say try it. But a pop filter is not much different than the foam covers, so you could also try a thicker foam wrapped on the mic. Some mics even come with different thicknesses of foam covers. The rule of thumb for a pop filter is if you can breath through it, it lets enough air through. But again I say, whatever gets you the result you want is the right answer. Good luck!
@@jasonpillingmusic Thanks 💙
Where could I find the second stand?
Hi Cody. I bought those pieces separately, and I don't know that I've ever seen them as an actual package deal. It's a standard straight stand, and then I bought a small boom to attach on top. For the small boom...these are pretty cool because they can be short or long depending on your needs. Gator is a great brand....tuff stuff.
Gator Frameworks Telescoping Boom Arm for Microphone Stands (GFW-MIC-0020)
They way you look at the camera make me think you being interviewed for a murder. Videos helpful tho thanks
I wouldn't know, I've never been caught. That was back when my eye was always drawn to the flip screen monitor 3" from the actual lens. I've learned to turn it off and reduce distraction from the lens now. Thanks!
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