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Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m)

  • Price: $67.90
  • GBP 43.35
  • B&H # MA1052BAC
  • Mfr# 1052BAC

Product Highlights

  • Quick Stack System (QSS)
  • 3 Sections, 2 Risers

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This is a Manfrotto 1052BAC Black Alu Compact Stand. It rises to a maximum height of 7.75' (2.3 m), and is air cushioned. Formerly known as a "Stacker", this stand now has what is called the QSS - Quick Stand System. When folded, two or more of these stands may connected to each other to ease storage or transport.

Air cushioning protects fingers and mounted equipment. If the stand sections are not sufficiently tightened, mounted equipment eases down to minimum height instead of slamming down suddenly.

Versatile Top Spigot
Baby (5/8") spigot is topped with a 3/8" thread, that thread is topped by a removable 1/4-20" thread
Minimum Height 3.3' (1 m)
Maximum Height 7.75' (2.34 m)
Closed Length 2.8' (85cm)
Footprint Diameter 3.6' (1 m)
Weight 2.65 lbs (1.2kg)
Maximum Load 11 lbs (5kg)
Attachment Size Baby 5/8" stud with 3/8 & 1/4-20" threaded top
Accepts Wheels No
Air Cushioned Yes

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Manfrotto1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m)
 
4.8

(based on 81 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (64)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (17)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (0)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (64)
  • Reliable (59)
  • Easy to set up (47)
  • Consistent (26)
  • Easy to setup (15)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Portraits (56)
    • Strobe lighting (46)
    • Photography (45)
    • Artificial lighting (42)
    • Weddings (18)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Semi-pro photographer (25), Pro photographer (20), Photo enthusiast (18), Semi-professional (6), Casual photographer (4)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (63)

    Reviewed by 81 customers

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    5.0

    Great Stand

    By Sean

    from Baltimore, MD

    About Me Pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent
    • Easy To Set Up
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Artificial Lighting
      • Photography
      • Portraits
      • Strobe Lighting

      Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

      While I have only used the stand a few times it seems quite sturdy and compact. It has substantially lightened my load on shoots. The air cushion which is usually a pain ... when closing stands closes with out much delay.

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      5.0

      I recomend this product

      By Helen

      from Florida

      About Me Casual Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Set Up
      • Good quality

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Artificial Lighting
        • Photography
        • Weddings

        Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

        Photography
        Light weight
        Short lifespam

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        4.0

        Reliable stand

        By KR

        from Honolulu, HI

        About Me Pro Photographer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Artificial Lighting
          • Strobe Lighting

          Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

          I was in need to add more stands for my equipment. It does all the works I need for which I am very happy. Only thing is I am not used to how the stand is folded flat. It is such a minor thing. I will get used to it.

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          5.0

          Manfrotto Makes Nice Stuff

          By ///RD

          from California, USA

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Consistent
          • Easy To Set Up
          • Reliable

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Artificial Lighting
            • Photography
            • Portraits

            Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

            Awesome light stand. Built to last and folds neatly. It confidently supports my modest setup (flash and umbrella) and were I to upgrade my lighting equipment, this stand will still be able to provide ample support.

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            5.0

            Just what the Photographer ordered

            By "L"

            from Midcoast of Maine

            About Me Semi-pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Set Up
            • Lightweight
            • Reliable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Artificial Lighting
              • Photography
              • Portraits
              • Strobe Lighting
              • Weddings

              Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

              I've been looking for some light stands to replace the one's that I have been using for nearly 30 years. I received the smaller brother, the 1051BAC with the Ezybox Hotshoe kit. Great for inside but a little on the light side for outside with a breeze. Thus, the 1052BAC.

              Both are great stands for their intended purpose.

              Will be ordering two more soon.

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              4.0

              Manfrotto Stand

              By William

              from NY,NY

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Easy To Set Up
              • Lightweight
              • Reliable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                  It is a lightweight quality built stand.

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                  4.0

                  does what it is supposed to

                  By swimdg

                  from VA

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Consistent
                  • Easy To Set Up
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                  • Large footprint

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                    works great, large footprint

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                    • No

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                    5.0

                    Excellent stand

                    By Tim

                    from Greenville, SC

                    About Me Pro Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Set Up
                    • Lightweight
                    • Reliable

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Artificial Lighting
                      • Photography
                      • Portraits
                      • Strobe Lighting

                      Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                      Well made, easy to use, air-cushioned, comes with step-down adapter for 3/8" threaded fitting ... and multiple stands lock together for easy transport! What's not to like? Used in a video studio setup.

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                      5.0

                      High quality and moderate price

                      By Jack Etch

                      from Richmond VA

                      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Easy To Set Up
                      • Easy to store and carry
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Strobe Lighting

                        Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                        I use Manfrotto compact stands for location work and the ability to stack them really makes it easy to get from studio to location. A well made product that stands up well to constant usage.

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                        4.0

                        Gets the job done

                        By AariPhoto

                        from Mahopac, NY

                        About Me Photography Student

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Easy To Set Up
                        • Lightweight
                        • Reliable

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Artificial Lighting
                          • Photography
                          • Portraits

                          Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                          I am using the product for an off-camera flash in many different set ups. It's lightweight and easiliy adjustable. I wish it came with a carrying case.

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                          5.0

                          Quality Product

                          By JD

                          from Lexington, NC

                          About Me Casual Photographer

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Easy To Set Up
                          • Lightweight
                          • Quality

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Artificial Lighting
                            • Photography
                            • Portraits
                            • Strobe Lighting

                            Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                            I bought the stand to use with my speedlites and an umbrella. So far I've been completely satisfied with the design and performance of this product. It's sturdy and folds up nice and flat.

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                            5.0

                            Good Value

                            By Danny M.

                            from San Francisco, CA

                            About Me Photography Student

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Consistent
                            • Easy To Set Up
                            • Lightweight
                            • Reliable
                            • Stable

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                                Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                I use this stand for indoor & outdoor use with the Profoto 7B pack and it works very well. It's sturdy, lightweight, well balanced and folds nicely. It requires very little room when folded and is easy to travel with. The air cushioning is especially nice. If you've ever used one without the air cushioning, you'll wonder why they ever make them that way. There's ample room to fit a sandbag to add weight and stability at the base, especially useful when using outdoors. I highly recommend spending a little more if you want a good stand and don't have the funds to buy the expensive ones.

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                                4.0

                                Well worth the cost

                                By Lucas Ian

                                from Albuquerque, NM

                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Consistent
                                • Easy To Set Up
                                • Reliable

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Photography
                                  • Portraits
                                  • Strobe Lighting

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                  I've only used the stand about three times so far but it has worked great. I like how it collapses and it has a nice wide foot stance for stability. It holds my 580 EX with umbrella just fine and could also hold my Alien Bee (without the softbox) just fine.

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                                  5.0

                                  Sturdy, excellent stand

                                  By squeegy

                                  from Winnipeg, MB

                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Consistent
                                  • Easy To Set Up
                                  • Lightweight
                                  • Reliable

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Artificial Lighting
                                    • Portraits

                                    Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                    I use this with the awesome Manfrotto 026, topped with a radio trigger and a flash unit +/- accessories (umbrella, softbox, etc). I've only used it indoors, but I have a sandbag for when I take it outdoors and don't expect any issues.

                                    Pros - sturdy wide base, great design especially for stacking, very reassuring with the air cushioning, perfect minimum/maximum heights for all-purpose use

                                    Cons - not for use with heavy strobes

                                    I plan to buy another of the same when I need another stand

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                                    5.0

                                    Amazing piece, strong enough

                                    By Janos

                                    from Toronto, Canada

                                    About Me Pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Easy To Set Up
                                    • Lightweight

                                    Cons

                                    • Inconsistent Output

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Photography
                                    • Strobe Lighting
                                    • Weddings

                                    Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                    Easy setup, I can use with my 7`` parabolic umbrella. So it is strong enough. I like to work with this.

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                                    4.0

                                    Great Stand

                                    By video pro

                                    from Fayetteville, AR

                                    About Me Pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Easy To Set Up
                                    • Lightweight
                                    • Reliable

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                        Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                        I use this stand primarily for Lowel Blenders, but also with a clamp to hold a boom mic. I am very impressed with this stand. Very sturdy, and the air-cushioned feature works!

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                                        5.0

                                        This Manfrotto!

                                        By yvan dulin

                                        from Russia, Khabarovsk

                                        About Me Pro Photographer

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                                          Cons

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                                              Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                              What a bargain! I have a 3 stand. Very mobile and easy to carry a bunch. Reasonable price and decent quality!

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                                              5.0

                                              Fits my needs

                                              By hh601

                                              from Flint, MI

                                              About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                              Verified Buyer

                                              Pros

                                              • Easy To Set Up
                                              • Lightweight
                                              • Reliable

                                              Cons

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Artificial Lighting
                                                • Photography
                                                • Portraits
                                                • Strobe Lighting

                                                Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                                For use with Nikon speedlight and umbrella.

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                                                4.0

                                                A nice light (haha) stand

                                                By Endless Realities

                                                from Logan, UT

                                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Easy To Set Up
                                                • Lightweight
                                                • Reliable

                                                Cons

                                                  Best Uses

                                                  • Photography
                                                  • Portraits
                                                  • Strobe Lighting

                                                  Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                                  I use this with a 580ex II and umbrella without any issues. I'm not sure it would be good for a heavy studio light, though; I'd probably move up to the 13' model (1004BAC) for more stability.

                                                  One thing I didn't know is that it won't stack with the larger models. This isn't that big a deal because it's so light, but it would be nice if their bases were all the same so that they lined up and stacked together.

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                                                  5.0

                                                  Not heavy & well built!

                                                  By mi1stormilst

                                                  from Gilbert, AZ

                                                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                                  Verified Buyer

                                                  Pros

                                                  • Easy To Set Up
                                                  • Lightweight
                                                  • Reliable

                                                  Cons

                                                    Best Uses

                                                    • Photography
                                                    • Strobe Lighting
                                                    • Weddings

                                                    Comments about Manfrotto 1052BAC Alu Air Cushioned Compact Stand, Black - 7.75' (2.3m):

                                                    I will be ordering another one of these stands for a total of three. All three plus 3 silver umbrellas in one bag makes for some portable lighting power :-)

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