Manfrotto MS0490A Nanopole Lightstand

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Manfrotto MS0490A Nanopole Lightstand
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Well made and versatile
DrCheese 14.01.2021
There are lighter and cheaper light stands in Manfrotto's range, but the MS0490A has enough additional features to make these compromises worth making.

+ It's still reasonably light.
+ It collapses down small enough to fit in a backpack.
+ If has an fitment adapter making it useful for both microphones (3/8") and cameras (1/4").
+ It rises to well above head-height (c. 195cm).
+ The centre pole is detachable making it useful as a boom pole or a really long selfie stick. (caveat below)
+ One of the legs of the tripod is extendable which make levelling easier on uneven ground.
+ There is a hook for attaching a weight to hold the stand in place in windy conditions.

- The screws for tightening joints in the telescopic pole are quite stiff so it is not always clear when a joint has been tightened sufficiently.
- Aluminium is not as stiff as carbon fibre, so has a tendency to vibrate and wobble in strong winds or if on a wooden floor while people are moving about. Carbon fibre would be considerably more expensive though.
- A bag would have been really welcome, making it easier to stow in a backpack without snagging on cables etc.
- through longterm use (and I have two of these and both exhibit the same problem) I have found the locking mechanism for the detachable boom pole to be unreliable. Perhaps due to wear, use or the ingress of dust and grit, the button on the side becomes stuck such that release is only possible by dribbling in oil and repeatedly pressing the button until it releases again. I do feel that there is a design shortcoming here on account of this happening so frequently and in different examples of the item.

On the whole a useful buy with uses from stereo recording of classical concerts to field recording and more.
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Everything is good.
Jigme 04.07.2021
I use this as a microphone-stand at home and for field recording.
it does everything I want it to and everything is solid.
Also Thomann has a friendly price on this item.
No complaints whatsoever.
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AudioGeekGR 15.09.2022
It is super stable, the one leg is not fixed and extends for extra stability, it turns into a boom pole and it has many levels to easily raise the height. It feels a little heavy sometimes, if you carry it for too long
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Excellent product.
Catalansound 02.09.2020
Bought this to use with my PA meassurement rig.
Pros: Compact, lightweight, stabile. Fit's in my peli case while folded.
Cons: A pouch bag might had been useful for when it's transported as an attachment to a backpack.

Conclusion: go for it. I would recommend it to a friend
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The best
phomin 12.03.2021
Using it for field recording with stereobar. Lightweight and stable. Great size for a backpack. Higly recommended.
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Great light and compact stand
pavelfi 11.03.2019
It packs really small and is very light. But the trade-off is that it?s not very stable when used with heavier lights, you can forget about soft boxes. But as a portable travel stand for speedlights or smaller battery strobes or LED lights, it?s perfect.
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Great stand for outdoors field recordings
Sonoquilibrium 12.11.2020
I like it because I have got 2 products in one and fits also in my handback! Very practical for outdoor use and not only for outdoor use!
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Durable and compact stand
Temppu 17.02.2019
I have been using these for a few moths and been really satisfied with both build quality and compactness. These have been really easy to transport from one location to another. Build quality is top notch.

Setting these up usually takes some time, because you have to open and close quite many locking knobs. This is not a major issue though, when you consider the value these stands offer as a whole.
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Versatile Light Stand
Barnymobil 30.05.2017
I have two of these Nanopole Stands for use with Profoto B2 heads for photography. They are sturdy enough to use fully extended with an Octabox, yet fold to a compact size of 50cm. This makes them easy to pack and coupled with their lightweight, makes them easy to carry. They are ideal for use on location at events or when travelling.

An adjustable leg easily copes with uneven ground to level the stand and a useful hook is provided to hang a bag from for extra stability. The centre pole can quickly be removed for use as a boom when needed.

Handy for holding lightweight reflectors etc too.

Usual Manfrotto quality. Like compact size and low weight. Highly recommended.
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Great pice of kit
Hinchman 25.08.2022
If you need a stand for your mic boom this is very handy. It folds up nice an small for easy portability. Can seem a bit on the flimsy side but works great. A sand bag across the legs and away you go. You just need to get the clamp and And boom holder and you’re set.
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Manfrotto MS0490A Nanopole Lightstand