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Oben TAB-2M Two-Mount Tripod Accessory Bar

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18 reviews
Oben
Oben TAB-2M Two-Mount Tripod Accessory Bar
Key Features
  • Mounts to Top of Most Compatible Tripods
  • For Cameras, Lights & Other Accessories
  • Ratchet Lever for Sliding Tube
  • Two 3/8"-16 Side Mounts
The TAB-2M Two-Mount Tripod Accessory Bar from Oben is a 23"-long aluminum tube with two 3/8"-16 side mounts. The accessory bar mounts to any compatible tripod with a 3/8"-16 screw to transform your tripod into a customizable working platform for attaching different accessories such as a tripod head for your camera along with a video light or studio light on the opposite end. The tube itself slides back-and-forth to reposition the attached accessories and locks down with its ratchet lever. In all, this accessory bar is a versatile addition to your setup whether you're shooting in the studio or in the field.
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Oben TAB-2M Overview

The TAB-2M Two-Mount Tripod Accessory Bar from Oben is a 23"-long aluminum tube with two 3/8"-16 side mounts. The accessory bar mounts to any compatible tripod with a 3/8"-16 screw to transform your tripod into a customizable working platform for attaching different accessories such as a tripod head for your camera along with a video light or studio light on the opposite end. The tube itself slides back-and-forth to reposition the attached accessories and locks down with its ratchet lever. In all, this accessory bar is a versatile addition to your setup whether you're shooting in the studio or in the field.

Accessory Bar

The durable, rigid 23" aluminum tube slides back-and-forth to reposition the attached accessories and locks down with a ratchet lever.

Side Mounts

Two 3/8"-16 side mounts allow you to attach different accessories such as a tripod head for your camera along with video light or studio light on the opposite end.
UPC: 847628018785

Oben TAB-2M Specs

Material of ConstructionAluminum
FinishMatte Black
Tripod Mounting Thread3/8"-16
Accessory Mount Thread SizesTwo 3/8"-16
Dimensions1.2 x 23.7" / 3.1 x 60.2 cm
Weight1.4 lb / 625 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight2.4 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)25.25 x 4 x 4"

Oben TAB-2M Reviews

Very well made and easy to use

By Robert
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-15

This was just what was needed for some of my photography projects. It's easy to use and very sturdy. It hold the camera and all the things I need to shoot straight down on a table. The only thing that was an issue is that the shaft rotates in the collar if you loosen the clamp. When you move the shaft in or out to adjust you have to be sure you didn't put any rotation aspect in the level of the camera. Not crazy bad but it is something you have to be mindful about. I guess for some things this may even be a good thing but for my usage it was a tiny bit annoying. Overall I wouldn't hesitate to get this again if I need another!

A critical accessory

By Jean-Marie
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-05-20

If you are doing product photography and can't afford an expensive column stand, you can do with this accessories. It's more than a bar, it's an important tool in my studio with so many usages. Just wish I have bought one a long time ago. The quality and sturdiness of it is all I need. Highly recommend it.

So far so good.

By Steven
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-02-24

So far so good. Haven't had to use it yet, but the construction appears excellent and on par with any of my Manfrotto gear!

simple yet efficient

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-02-24

This bar is so useful because with a little imagination you can customize it to do many things. My favorite kind of accessory!

Just what I needed.

By Jeff
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-02-17

I bought this so I could mount a camera on one end and hang a sand bag counter weight on the other. Some of my work requires the camera to be directly over my subject and this allows the camera to be out in front of the tripod legs. I saw a review where someone complained that the handle for the clamp broke off on their unit so I'm always careful to only tighten the minimum amount. It's not real easy to move the sliding bar especially with weight on it but that's more do to slight flex or uneven weight. I use a ball head for the camera.

easy to use

By Aubrey
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-01-12

I use this for food photography. Very easy to use and small enough to take into non studio space for on location shoots.

Great for vertical shooting

By Alan
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-10-24

Also use this on a Promediagear camera slider, works great and well worth the money.

works great for copy shots

By Francis
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-05-23

Every once in a while I have the need to shoot straight down. Sometimes I have to document artwork on paper and this helps get my camera into position. I am using a dslr so it is not very heavy. This works with my Manfrotto tripod. I do wish it had a rotating collar at the bottom. After getting it into position, there is a wheel that is supposed to lock it down tight. I find, I cannot get it secure enough that way and have to twist the whole thing. This could put it into an unfavorable position relating to the tripod legs.

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Is the bar fixed in the middle position or can it ...

Is the bar fixed in the middle position or can it be fully extended laterally?
Asked by: Jay
The Oben TAB-2M is not laterally fixed; you are able to vary the position of the accessory bar relative to its mounting bracket/point in the middle and can alter the length/positioning of each side.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-02-16

Do I need a special adapter to use this on my ...

Do I need a special adapter to use this on my oben tripod?
Asked by: Anonymous
Nope.
Answered by: Kylee
Date published: 2022-01-22

Are the end parts (where the screws are) made of ...

Are the end parts (where the screws are) made of plastic or aluminum?
Asked by: Laura
Metal
Answered by: Dumitru
Date published: 2021-07-10

Can I use one of these vertically on the side (If ...

Can I use one of these vertically on the side (If I had two) so it would be like a vertically adjustable column?
Asked by: Benjamin
Assuming you have a special reason for doing this, you can attach one vertically. The weight of anything you put on it would have to be balanced from the other side though for the horizontal piece to slide without binding as well as to keep it from falling.
Answered by: Steve
Date published: 2020-02-14
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