Manfrotto Boom Stand Review

I have other stands and each serves its own purpose but the manfrotto 420 combi boom stand turns out to be the most valuable in the studio and also for set work on location.

Manfrotto boom stand review.

Designed to work as a practical light stand you ll find set up is easy. Extend the second riser of this manfrotto 420nsb combi boom stand to its maximum press a lever and you have a stand with a two section boom arm when used as a boom stand this black aluminum stand s maximum load is 11 lbs 5 kg strong enough for a small light fixture with a small softbox or umbrella. When used as a boom stand its maximum load is 4 5 lbs 2 kg strong enough for a small light fixture with a small softbox or umbrella. Perfect for a hair light or product photography you will wonder what you ever did without one.

It s manfrotto they re known for quality goods and this unit is no exception. A boom stand is a great addition to any studio set up. Sandbag included is quite handy and well constructed as well as the rest of unit. This quick functionality makes the combi boom stand both easy and flexible for you to use.

Extend the second riser of this medium duty black aluminum light stand to its maximum press a lever and you have a stand with a two section boom arm. The manfrotto boom stand 420b is sturdy flexible and easy to use. It s a light stand and a boom stand in one i have no use for microphones in photography but the boom part is good for hair lights it also is great when i use soft boxes etc. 5 0 out of 5 starsa first class stand the manfrotto 420 combi boom stand for quality and performance.

An included sandbag gives a perfect counterbalance for safety and smooth movement. The boom allows you to place a light directly over your subject matter for great separation and light control. It s strong and easy to work with. The combi boom stand in black aluminium and with a sandbag is a flexible and hard wearing combi boom stand.

Reviewed in the united states on may 4 2020 i have other stands and each serves its own purpose but the manfrotto 420 combi boom stand turns out to be the most valuable in the studio and also for set work on location. The boom stand worked flawlessly. This is a manfrotto combi boom stand.