I'm trying to find one or two mic stands that are telescoping to record live concerts from a small recital to full size orchestra or band. Just wondering what other people use and which ones are sturdy and transportable, and if some are better for stereo recording.

Kevin

Folks...I've got some interesting orchestra location jobs coming up which will require some very VERY tall mic stands...one in particular that has been scouted shows the conductor's stand 2 ft from the front of the stage - then it drops off 9 ft to the traditional orchestra pit...absolutely no way to place a traditional mic stand.

Hey everyone, Just curious to know what mic stands you all like to use. I'm looking for a stand that could be used in studio or live, but mostly in studio. I've been told that if you use tripod stands and one leg breaks, your screwed, so use the circular base, but not sure if thats really an issue... What do you think?

I didnt want to put this post in the buget forum because, cost is not the option. Only quality.
With that said...What are some of the best mic stands out there?
Mine keep falling apart. :evil:

I would like to purchase an overhead mic stand with no boom for location recording.

I have been looking around a bit and they don't seem to be standard items at most shops. Does anyone know where I could find such a stand? 12 to 15 ft. tall?

Thanks.

I have never actually BOUGHT a mic stand. Now I am in a position that I need to buy enough for my studio. If anyone could recomenend a reliable brand, I would appreciate it.

I dont need starbirds or atlas stands.

I may have come across a real gem!

I read some threads on here about boom mic stands and it seemed that there weren't a lot of great ones. except of course for the one that is being produced by a member here on the boards ;)

Hello,
I want to buy a pair of new mic stands to hold two AKG 414's for drum OHs and VO's, I've been looking around but only found ultraexpensive Manley stands for $1,000 and low-quality $50-90 stands. Are there anything hi-quality-robust stands outhere that are not so expensive as the manley's?

Thank you for your help

so i just ordered a soundelux U95s, and i've heard it's heavy as hell. i'm a small time guy, and this will be my first serious tube mic. what kind of stand do i need to use to prevent any horrible tip-overs?

--owen