Boom Equipment
Manfrotto 420NSB Convertible Boom Stand - 12.8' (4m)
Proaim Flamingo Light Boom Arm with 5/8" Baby-Pin Mount (51")
- Load Capacity: 26 lb
- 5/8" Baby-Pin Mounting Stud
- 51" Assembled Length
- 32" Boom Extension
Aladdin Boompole with 16mm Stud
- Compatible with Bi-Flex1, Bi-Flex2, Bi-Fabric2, Flex-Lite1, Bi-Flex M3, Bi-Flex M7, All-In 1, and All-In 2 Lights
CineGearFactory GA10 Telescopic Boom Arm
- Chrome-Plated Steel Construction
- 4.2 to 14.5' Maximum Extension
- 3 Sections, 2 Risers
- 15.4 lb Load Capacity
Manfrotto 420CSUNS Convertible Boom Stand with Steel Base
Avenger D650 Junior Boom Arm with Counterweight (Chrome-plated)
- Chrome-plated Steel Construction
- 15 lb Counterweight
- 1 1/8" Receiver / 5/8" Pin Combo
Avenger A4041B Aluminum Boom Stand 41 (13.5', Black)
- Convertible to Boom
- 4 Sections, 3 Risers
- Leveling Leg
- 7' Max. Boom Extension
DigitalFoto Solution Limited Boom Stand with Extension Arm & Locking Wheels (13.4')
- Load Capacity: 22 lb
- Maximum Height: 13.4'
- Folded Height: 4.9'
- Five Sections
DigitalFoto Solution Limited Boom Stand with Extension Arm & Locking Wheels (17.4')
- Load Capacity: 22 lb
- Maximum Height: 17.4'
- Folded Height: 5.6'
- Five Sections
Kupo Ultra Boom Arm
- Coaxial Geared Control and Dual Cranks
- Maximum Extension of 8.8'
- Maximum Load Capacity of 11 lb
- Includes 8.8 lb Counterweight
Manfrotto 025BSL Super Boom ONLY, Black - 8.8' (2.7 m)
Parabolix QB2 Quadboom Mini V2
- Compact Aluminum Boom Frame
- Offsets Weight of Parabolic Reflector
- Parallel Orientation, 35 lb Maximum Load
- Collapses to 40" for Small Spaces/Travel
Matthews MAX 6' Extension Arm with Locking Swivel Pin
Cambo RD-1100 Redwing Compact Boom Arm for Light Fixtures
- 32" Reach with Included Extension
- Supports up to 26.4 lb of Lighting Gear
- 75° Indexed Boom Adjustment
- 360° Indexed Head Rotation
Cambo RD-1105 Redwing Compact Boom Arm for Light Fixtures
- For Use with Standard Fitness Weights
- 32" Reach with Included 12" Extension
- Supports up to 26.4 lb of Lighting Gear
- 75° Indexed Boom Adjustment
Parabolix QB1 Quadboom V2
- Durable Aluminum Boom Frame
- Offsets Weight of Parabolic Reflector
- Parallel Orientation, 35 lb Maximum Load
- 5-Axis Combo Head with Junior/Baby Pins
Cambo RD-1101 Redwing Compact Boom Arm for Light Fixtures
- 32" Reach with Included Extension
- Supports up to 26.4 lb of Lighting Gear
- 75° Indexed Boom Adjustment
- 360° Indexed Head Rotation
Matthews Mini Boom Rolling Kit
- Boom Extends from 45 to over 80"
- Matthews Riser Section for C+ Stand
- Includes Runway Base for Magic Stand
- Includes Boa Bag
Manfrotto 025TM Mini Super Boom with Column Stand, Black - 5.5' (1.7m)
Cambo RD-1205 Redwing Boom Arm for Light Fixtures
- Counterbalance with Fitness Weights
- 6' Maximum Reach
- Calibrated Angle Indicators
- Ideal for General Studio Photography
Matthews MAX 720 Pipe Adapter
- For Use with MAX Menace Arm
- Supports Standard 1.25" Speed Rail
- Mount Multiple Light Fixtures
- Create an Offset Arm
Kupo Big Boom with Four-Way Geared Control
- Steel & Aluminum Construction
- Male Junior Mount for Mounting on Stand
- Junior & Baby Pin Fixture Receivers
- Supports up to 13.2 Pounds at Max Height
STUDIO TITAN AMERICA Double Beam Boom Arm (10.2')
- Steel & Aluminum Construction
- Maximum Extension: 10.2'
- 70° Upward Boom Movement
- 70° Downward Boom Movement
Broncolor Mini Flamingo Wheeled Boom Stand (8.5')
- For Pulso-Spot 4, Flooter
- For Mini-Hazylight, Pulsoflex Reflectors
- For Satellite Evolution/Staro Reflectors
Matthews Middle MAX Menace Arm
- 18' Maximum Height
- 80 lb Load Capacity at Max Extension
- Heavy-Duty 10 x 3" Puncture-Proof Tires
- Hand Truck-Style Steering Handle
Understanding Boom Equipment
Boom equipment is put in place to hold lights, backgrounds, microphones, and cameras, or camcorders for sound and image production. Booms can be set up vertically, horizontally, and at slants with the help of various mounting equipment. Boom lights placed properly can produce spotlight, warming or cooling, ambiance, or dramatic effects in photo and video.
What Are Boom Arms and Boom Stands?
Boom light stands have a scaffold plate base to help hold various types of equipment. Adjust the boom arms at different angles to create side or cross light. Using light stand extension poles is an effective way to increase the height or reach of your existing boom equipment. Boom arms are useful for both boom and truss equipment, to achieve the right lighting effects for video or photography. Set boom lights behind your subject to create a silhouette, or at various angles to produce the right shadow effect.
Choosing a Boom Light Stand
The height of the boom stand you choose will depend upon what you need the stand for. If you use a light stand for photography, adjustable versions are the most versatile. Several adapters, wall mounts, and grip heads are available to increase the usefulness of your boom equipment. Kits are also available that provide various setup options for boom light stands, and may include equipment such as gear controls, shock mounts, mounting plates, and clamps. Standalone mounting and extension equipment and boom lights, arms, and stands are also available in kits to help you build on your existing equipment.
Use boom equipment to create professional-quality lighting for photo and video, and to ensure that lights, microphones, and accessories are secure. B&H Photo and Video stocks a variety of lighting and sound equipment from extendable boom handles to adapters.