Just received mine. Is there a way to secure the boom arm in the clamp?
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If your intent is to have a fixed boom, then you'll need to modify its current design. I'd recommend a cleanly drilled though-hole, with a cotter-pin to hold it in place. I'd be cautious though - the clamp-base receives a substantial amount of applied force when the boom is adjusted. Try to hold the base in your hand (without clamping it), and bend the boom - you'll see that it's applying a strong force. Should your through-hole compromise the integrity of the base, you'll end up cracking it and having to order a replacement. If you decide a through-hole/cotter pin (or clevis pin) is the right way, be sure to measure twice and drill once. ;) Good luck! If your intent is to have a fixed boom, then you'll need to modify its current design. I'd recommend a cleanly drilled though-hole, with a cotter-pin to hold it in place. I'd be cautious though - the clamp-base receives a substantial amount of applied force when the boom is adjusted. Try to hold the base in your hand (without clamping it), and bend the boom - you'll see that it's applying a strong force. Should your through-hole compromise the integrity of the base, you'll end up cracking it and having to order a replacement. If you decide a through-hole/cotter pin (or clevis pin) is the... » Read More If your intent is to have a fixed boom, then you'll need to modify its current design. I'd recommend a cleanly drilled though-hole, with a cotter-pin to hold it in place. I'd be cautious though - the clamp-base receives a substantial amount of applied force when the boom is adjusted. Try to hold the base in your hand (without clamping it), and bend the boom - you'll see that it's applying a strong force. Should your through-hole compromise the integrity of the base, you'll end up cracking it and having to order a replacement. If you decide a through-hole/cotter pin (or clevis pin) is the right way, be sure to measure twice and drill once. ;) Good luck! « Show Less
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The boom arm is designed to just slide into the clamp and swivel freely. There is no way to secure it in place out-of-the-box, but I'm sure you could come up with a homemade solution
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If you're trying to lock it in a position so that it doesn't swivel side to side (one of the features that it does very well), then you'll need to do some work to it. Depending on your level of handiness, that can range from a good, strong epoxy (after cleaning both the barrel and the stem very well with alcohol), or drilling a small hole through the base and into the stem, then inserting a cotter pin or screw to hold it in place. Hope that helps.
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No, there isn't. For me, this ends up being useful because it can swivel freely where and when I need it. Just be mindful of this when you're adjusting it, the clamp is very close to the base adjustment bolt.
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There is an arm that can be adjusted. You will want to make sure it stays level though.
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You can clamp this down on an edge with a lip. Manfrotto has different options to secure the articulating arm. Consider this as an option if it is the right sizeManfrotto 035 Super Clamp without Stud - Replaces 2915
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The boom telescoping extension retracts into the main base. When you pull the boom out, it has a resistive stop, to keep the boom from slipping out. It's a C clamp , type vise that may be opened by twisting a large screwdriver in it but, I believe it's made of aluminum and may cracked if you do that. I wouldn't attempt it myself for fear of breaking the clasp.i do have some MANFROTTO collapsible stands that are chrome, leveling stands that are 15 feet extended with a boom end that can hold my PRO FOTO monoblock. They're not very portable, somewhat heavy but really sturdy and heavy duty.only thing with those are, pricey. The boom telescoping extension retracts into the main base. When you pull the boom out, it has a resistive stop, to keep the boom from slipping out. It's a C clamp , type vise that may be opened by twisting a large screwdriver in it but, I believe it's made of aluminum and may cracked if you do that. I wouldn't attempt it myself for fear of breaking the clasp.i do have some MANFROTTO collapsible stands that are chrome, leveling stands that are 15 feet extended with a boom end that can hold my PRO FOTO monoblock. They're not very portable, somewhat heavy but really sturdy and heavy duty.only... » Read More The boom telescoping extension retracts into the main base. When you pull the boom out, it has a resistive stop, to keep the boom from slipping out. It's a C clamp , type vise that may be opened by twisting a large screwdriver in it but, I believe it's made of aluminum and may cracked if you do that. I wouldn't attempt it myself for fear of breaking the clasp.i do have some MANFROTTO collapsible stands that are chrome, leveling stands that are 15 feet extended with a boom end that can hold my PRO FOTO monoblock. They're not very portable, somewhat heavy but really sturdy and heavy duty.only thing with those are, pricey. « Show Less
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You could make a thin adapter that would match the cuve of the speaker on one side and that flat suface of the clamp on the other. Make it thin enough and you would hardly be able to see it. Paint it black like the mounts and it looks like it belongs. I really like these mounts with a nice pair of speakers on them. You could use BluTak tape as extra insurance . Hope this helps.
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just with tension. there is a little screw that tightens down on the arm to hold it in place. in all honesty, not amazing but it works. I have had some issues getting it to lock into place myself...but on the other hand it is really cheap.
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The clamp mount is stationary, you have to pick the transducer straight up out of the holding bracket to get it out.
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Hi Kevin. Sorry for the late response. Yes you can unscrew the boom. The base of the stand is wider than a standard round base so you would have to be careful not to step on or bump the base leg as you would be standing closer to the microphone stand without the boom extension. Hope this helps.
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does the clamp look like it can easily replaced with a clamp that will fit speaker stands?
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There is a clamp that opens up to 2.5" that is used with a flex arm, item GN086-12-SBH. Another option is to get an HD003 that screws to the table. Jeff - Hold Your Tablet
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Having taken a look at the clamp, it doesn't seem to me that you could do so handily, unless you intend to allow the arm to extend horizontally. You'd need to devise a different means of fastening it to the post.Jim
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There is no place to thread the cable. You can wrap it around the boom or use zip ties to keep it neat and tight but there isn't anything built in to keep the cord neat with. I hope that helps.
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I just got mine, I have the snowball. I cant figure this out either. The male end on the boom is too small to fit into the female end in the snowball. It needs an adapter to take it from the boom end to the snowball. If anyone knows anything on this, without me having to go to the hardware store to buy an adapter, please let me know.
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I am currently using it with a boom stand and it works pretty well. It's a bit heavy- I also have a pop filter attached to the front when I do that. I have the stand sticking almost straight up- tilted just a bit to account for the weight on the backside. When locked, it seems sturdy enough to hold. Just in case it starts to tip, I've been sticking a chair behind it. Hasn't happened yet, and I'm not sure how much help it would be if it did. Anyway- boom stand would probably work for short periods if yours is sturdy. Stewart's idea sounds better though. I may try that one at some point.
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Yea, I was disappointed too, but the boom arm isn't strong enough to hold the mic and booth up. Sorry, but your easiest solution is a table mic stand> Good luck and happy voicing - take care & God bless. Jerry
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yes, someone can hand-hold this for you. No there is no special bracket needed. Just bought the general hand-hold arm such as Elinchrom EL 31049 63 - 156 cm Handheld Boom Arm (Black).
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I've used mine with just a typical boom/tripod mic stand, and the mic just threaded onto where you normally screw on the mic clip. I didn't use the lock-nut, and it seemed more than secure, but "your mileage may vary."