Gator Frameworks GFW-MIC-0821 Compact Base Bass Drum and Amp Mic Stand

Of all the things I've got on my desktop including various deviecs, toys and souvenirs, this simple almost crude hunk of iron and plastic and steel is prolly the most lovable. It has one job to do, it does it well, everything fits and just works, it never complains, and it's so solid it will probably outlive me, my desk, my house, and the whole neighborhood. I'll likely buy a second one for my other office over all the other boom arms and mic stands I've tried. More expensive but better built and more functional. As heavy as it is, you're still getting a better price in terms of dollars per pound of iron than other mic stands. It's not super sophisticated and there are only two functions setting it apart from a cheap mic stand – the telescoping boom arm and a counterweight at the back in case the thing attached to the end of the boom is a little heavy. That an the super heavy base mean it's not going to tip over no matter what. Unless you do something really wrong, it's not going to tip over. Practically you can set it down on your desk, mount a microphone or lighting device or in my case a webcam rig on a gimbal at the end of the boom arm, adjust the counterweight so it's balanced just right, and then swing it around in when needed – so for me I can swing it right in front of me to the exact spot I want in 3 dimensions I'm using it and then push it out of the way when done. You could also find your own way to use it, like miking up a drum kit.

I’m really happy with the Gator Frameworks Short Weighted Base Microphone Stand. The heavy, low-profile base keeps it planted—no wobble—even when I angle the boom in tight spots around kick drums, guitar amps, or on a desk. Height and angle adjustments are smooth and secure, the threads feel sturdy, and the footprint stays out of the way of pedals and cables. Rubber feet protect the floor and kill vibration, and the integrated cable clip keeps things tidy. Simple, durable, and reliably stable—exactly what I want in a short stand.

I was not planning on spending $60 on a desktop mic stand. The problem is that my current setup would not allow for a traditional Boom Arm as the desk I use has no "lip" to clamp the arm onto and I did not want to drill into the surface to accommodate a flange mount. Thus I began, in earnest, to shop for a weighted base microphone stand that would be substantial enough to hold a Röde NT-1 condenser mic. Most of the $15 - $20 desktop mic stands I viewed seemed flimsy or did not appear to be large enough to have confidence that they would not tip over. As I searched the Gator GFW-MIC-0822 kept appearing and I kept looking at it. The specifications were what I was hoping for, the build quality seemed decent, and the reviews were exceptionally favorable. What finally "sold" me was the option to make three monthly payments. So I ordered it. I am so happy that I did! This thing is a monster! The base weighs 10 pounds and there is a 2.5 pound counter-weight that comes with the stand. My NT-1 is being held steady without fear. The machining is good enough but not exceptional and all the pieces went together without complaint or issue. Three cable clips are included to assist with cable management and they appear to be of good quality, time will tell, but I am not overly concerned. If you are looking for an alternative to clamp-on boom arm mic stands or are considering one of these right from the get-go, I would absolutely recommend it without hesitation. This is the best microphone stand that I currently own and I will be considering Gator Frameworks for all stands in the future. They build sturdy, quality stands and you won't be disappointed when this arrives to your door. It will be heavier than you think, and that is a great thing as far as I am concerned.

Good for the money, somewhat sturdy in most places, and it can hold a couple pounds. 2 complaints. A little wobble where the top arm swivels, and it can tip over if your mic is heavy and you don't have the long edge of the base plate facing at you. When you rotate the arm out of the way, I recommend rotating the whole baseplate to avoid tipping.

I needed a way to support a desktop microphone without a C-clamp -- the desk I have doesn't really have a place to attach one. Plus I wanted the flexibility of being able to place it anywhere for different scenarios. The Gator stand is the perfect solution for me. First off, this thing is HEAVY. Between the cast iron base and the boom counterweight, I'd say it weighs probably 25 pounds. It is fully adjustable, which is nice. The main pole has a regular twist-clutch locking mechanism and extends from about 7" (not including the base) to about 15". The boom pole is about 20" and can telescope out at least another 12". The boom counterweight is a nice touch for heavier mics to take stress off of the boom arm clutch. I have it balanced at about the halfway point with an MXL V67t tube condenser with shockmount. The cable clips are a nice touch too. The only complaint I have is that the main pole wants to unscrew from the base when you loosen the height adjustment clutch. It's not really a problem for me because I never really need to adjust the height. If it were, I would probably take a pair of vise grips and really crank it down onto the base. Overall, though, it is sturdy, compact, and looks nice holding my mic on my desk.

This is one sturdy mofo. If you're on the fence about it, just buy it. I run a commercial recording studio, and this has the build quality and weight I'm looking for. Great for any guitar amp, kick drum, or anything that comes up to your knees or so.

Excelente soporte y excelente marca, pesado, da excelente estabilidad para mi PodMic de Rode de 900g, ampliamente recomendado si tiene suficiente espacio en su escritorio

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Easy to set up, perfect for my needs.. Very happy.

Ich hätte nicht erwartet zu diesem Preis einen so "wertigen", stabilen (und zudem irgendwie ästhetischen) Mikroständer zu erhalten. Empfehlung!

bella pesante, costo contenuto, ingombro ridotto ai minimi termini, credo che sarà uno di quegli acquisti che si fanno una volta nella vita e poi basta