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Is This the Best Boom Combo for Gaffers?
Looking to find the best boom combo for your productions? Check out this cool video from the Avenger Grip team that showcases how these two new Manfrotto products—the Super Wind Up Stand and Mega Boom—could together be used as a superior boom combo.In a video feature below, the Avenger Grip team works with Threefold, a creative video production house based in North Dakota, to discuss the benefits of using this Super Wind Up Stand and Mega Boom combo. Let’s look at both pieces of this boom combo and explore how it might be a nice dual purchase option for those looking for the right gear for their projects.Manfrotto Super Wind-Up Steel StandAs you can see in the video above, Keenan Hauff from Threefold catches up with New York gaffer Eric Hinsperger to discuss this unique combo and its production possibilities. The first piece of gear that the video features is the Manfrotto Super Wind-Up. Let’s look at the Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand as a nice option as it rises to a maximum height of 12' (3.6 m). It is similar to the 387XU, but it adds an improved finish that remains black longer and has a higher resistance to corrosion. This heavy duty stand has two risers. The ascent and descent of the sections is controlled by two steel cables, which are activated by unlocking the safeties and turning the crank. It has a Junior (1-1/8") female receptor. The 387XBU also has a leveling leg, to add stability to the load when you are using it on uneven terrain. Here are the full specs and purchase options for the Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand. 176lbs (80kg) Max Load @ Full ExtensionCorrosion-Resistant FinishLeveling LegEyelets for Wind-BracingManfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand - 12' (3.6m)The Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand rises to a maximum height of 12' (3.6 m). It is similar to the 387XU, but it adds an improved finish that remains black longer and has a higher resistance to corrosion. Manfrotto Mega BoomThe Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is the boom featured in the video as well and it is the largest boom in the Manfrotto line. Movements, including pan, tilt, rotation, and the telescopic extension of the boom arm, are controlled by smooth-operating geared crank handles. The Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is a two-section Mega Boom with a 12' maximum extension. It features a maximum payload of 13.23 lb at maximum extension and 66.14 lb at minimum extension. It has dual receptors, Junior (1 1/8") and Baby (5/8"). An empty counterweight bag is included. If you’re curious to check out the Manfrotto Mega Boom, here are the full specs and purchase options. Four-Way Geared Control13 lb Capacity at Maximum Extension66 lb Capacity at Minimum ExtensionJunior and Baby Locking ReceptorsSaddlebag-Style Counterweight BagManfrotto 425B Mega Boom (12')The Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is the largest boom in the Manfrotto line. Movements, including pan, tilt, rotation, and the telescopic extension of the boom arm, are controlled by smooth-operating geared crank handles.
Looking to find the best boom combo for your productions? Check out this cool video from the Avenger Grip team that showcases how these two new Manfrotto products—the Super Wind Up Stand and Mega Boom—could together be used as a superior boom combo.
In a video feature below, the Avenger Grip team works with Threefold, a creative video production house based in North Dakota, to discuss the benefits of using this Super Wind Up Stand and Mega Boom combo.
Let’s look at both pieces of this boom combo and explore how it might be a nice dual purchase option for those looking for the right gear for their projects.
Manfrotto Super Wind-Up Steel Stand
As you can see in the video above, Keenan Hauff from Threefold catches up with New York gaffer Eric Hinsperger to discuss this unique combo and its production possibilities. The first piece of gear that the video features is the Manfrotto Super Wind-Up.
Let’s look at the Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand as a nice option as it rises to a maximum height of 12' (3.6 m). It is similar to the 387XU, but it adds an improved finish that remains black longer and has a higher resistance to corrosion.
This heavy duty stand has two risers. The ascent and descent of the sections is controlled by two steel cables, which are activated by unlocking the safeties and turning the crank. It has a Junior (1-1/8") female receptor. The 387XBU also has a leveling leg, to add stability to the load when you are using it on uneven terrain.
Here are the full specs and purchase options for the Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand.
- 176lbs (80kg) Max Load @ Full Extension
- Corrosion-Resistant Finish
- Leveling Leg
- Eyelets for Wind-Bracing
Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand - 12' (3.6m)
The Manfrotto 387XBU Black Steel Super Wind-Up Stand rises to a maximum height of 12' (3.6 m). It is similar to the 387XU, but it adds an improved finish that remains black longer and has a higher resistance to corrosion.
Manfrotto Mega Boom
The Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is the boom featured in the video as well and it is the largest boom in the Manfrotto line. Movements, including pan, tilt, rotation, and the telescopic extension of the boom arm, are controlled by smooth-operating geared crank handles.
The Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is a two-section Mega Boom with a 12' maximum extension. It features a maximum payload of 13.23 lb at maximum extension and 66.14 lb at minimum extension. It has dual receptors, Junior (1 1/8") and Baby (5/8"). An empty counterweight bag is included.
If you’re curious to check out the Manfrotto Mega Boom, here are the full specs and purchase options.
- Four-Way Geared Control
- 13 lb Capacity at Maximum Extension
- 66 lb Capacity at Minimum Extension
- Junior and Baby Locking Receptors
- Saddlebag-Style Counterweight Bag
Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom (12')
The Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is the largest boom in the Manfrotto line. Movements, including pan, tilt, rotation, and the telescopic extension of the boom arm, are controlled by smooth-operating geared crank handles.
