Boom Equipment
Manfrotto 025BS Super Boom with 008BU Stand - Black
Cambo RD-1201 Redwing Standard Light Boom with Lead Shot Counterweights
- 6' Maximum Reach
- Calibrated Angle Indicators
- Ideal for General Studio Photography
- Precision Brass Bearings
Matthews Mini MAX Boom Stand
Kupo Owl Cable Clips, 1.6 - 2.0" (40 - 50 mm) - 4 Pack
- Flexible Plastic Clips
- Secures Cables on Round Tubing
- Jaw Diameter of 1.6 - 2.0"
- Snap-on Design
Cambo RD-1290 Empty Counterweight Bag (15 lb)
Godox Portable Light Boom for WITSTRO Flashes
- Baby Pin with 1/4"-20 on Both Ends
- 4-Section Boom
- Flip-Lever Locks
- Use as Stand with Optional Floor Stand
Neewer WB-100 Triangle Wall Mounting Boom Arm (Black)
- Sturdy, All-Metal Stabilizing Design
- Load Capacity: 6.6 lb
- Extends up to 45.7" in Length
- Folds Flat Against Wall for Storage
Sunbounce Boom Support "For Belt" for Boom Stick
Neewer Heavy-Duty Light Stand with Sandbag (9.84')
- Boom Extendable from 35 to 61"
- Boom Has 35 to 61" Range
- Counterweight: 3.3 lb, Suppports: 11 lb
- Includes Empty Sandbag
Impact B-EBPA-S Aluminum Boom Arm with Ear (Silver)
- Load Capacity: 6.6 lb
- Working Length Range: 51.75 to 87.25"
- Mounting Ear Fits 2.5" Grip Head
- Lightweight Aluminum Construction
Cambo RD-1224 Head Extension (24")
Cheetah Stand Convertible Rolling Boom Stand (13')
- Stand Load Capacity: 15 lb
- Working Height Range: 48 to 152"
- Boom Load Capacity: 6 lb
- Boom Arm Length Range: 46 to 84"
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
Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand (Black)
- Convertible Boom Stand
- Includes Sandbag Counterweight (Empty)
- 12.8' (3.9m)
- Reversible Spigot
Kupo Junior Boom Roller Stand
- Load Capacity: 66 lb
- Use as a Light Stand or Boom
- Closed Length: 68.2"
- Footprint Diameter: 39.37"
Matthews MAX 6' Extension Arm with Locking Swivel Pin
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
Cheetah Stand Heavy-Duty Convertible Super Boom Stand with Wheels (18')
- Stand Load Capacity: 66 lb
- Working Height Range: 74 to 209"
- Boom Load Capacity: 22 lb
- Boom Arm Length Range: 99 to 124"
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
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
Kupo Cable Clips for 2 to 2.2" Tube Size (Set of 4)
- 4 x Flexible Plastic Clips
- Secures Cables on Round Tubing
- Fits Tubes 2 to 2.2" in Diameter
- Snap-On Design, Allen Wrench Holders
Kupo Ratchet Strap (Yellow)
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- Polyester Webbing Strap
- Dual "J" Hook on Each End
- Easy Thumb Release
Dracast Handle Grip for X Series M80 LED Monolights
- Comfortable Handheld Design
- 5/8" Baby Pin Stud Mounting
- 1/4"-20 Threaded Receiver
- Dedicated X Series M80 Accessory
Cambo RD-1295 Empty Counterweight Bag (20 lb)
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.