The Location MERF Stand from Matthews is a portable kit stand that's perfect to pack in a backpack or bring when traveling. Featuring Matthews' brake-lock system with three points of contact and a built-in Rocky Mountain leg for leveling on uneven terrain, the stand can be set up with no tools and stays secure. A 1/4"-20 threaded pin makes it easy to attach a light, camera, or other accessories weighing up to 9 lb.
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Key Features
- Load Capacity: 9 lb
- Max Height: 83"
- Min Height: 20"
- Rocky Mountain Leg for Uneven Terrain
The Location MERF Stand from Matthews is a portable kit stand that's perfect to pack in a backpack or bring when traveling. Featuring Matthews' brake-lock system with three points of contact and a built-in Rocky Mountain leg for leveling on uneven terrain, the stand can be set up with no tools and stays secure. A 1/4"-20 threaded pin makes it easy to attach a light, camera, or other accessories weighing up to 9 lb.
More DetailsMatthews MERF Overview
Matthews MERF Specs
Key Specs
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| Air Cushioned | |
| Leveling Leg | |
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Mounting
| Stand/Column Top Mount |
Features
| Accepts Second Riser | |
| Wheels | |
| Air Cushioned | |
| Detachable Base | |
| Leveling Leg | |
| Reverse Legs | |
| Interlocking Design |
General
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Matthews MERF Reviews
LITE. STURDY. FANTASTIC.
By Roy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-26
This is the kind of light stand that you will want to bring with you all the time if you are into location shooting. It is very portable when folded. It will fit your camera backpack bottle holder and any roller. Lite but very sturdy. I will not hesitate to put an expensive Profoto B10, B10 plus on this one. The legs spreads nicely and you can just tell that this was made with people with great minds. I bought it with travel in mind and this stand will not disappoint. Best decision ever!!!
Stability and Portability!!
By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-12-18
Best compact lightstands. The perfect balance between portability and stability. Simply fantastic. One little perk that I overlooked is that one of the legs has an extension that slides out for counterbalance of a light that might be a little forward heavy. I will be adding more of them.
See any errors on this page?
What is the max height with the base set flat?
What is the max height with the base set flat?
The Matthews Location MERF Stand (83") maximum working height is 83". With the base flat the MERF stands at 73" in height. NOTE: The Merf stand is not intended to be used with the base set completely flat as the center protrudes creating instability when open completely flat.
Date published: 2026-07-05
how would you properly sandbag this & matthews rev
how would you properly sandbag this & matthews reverse stand 7' without breaking the legs?
i contacted matthews support. they said u can safely put 5lb boa bag around the center column to sandbag the merf location stand. i tried it and it works well. they even sell the merf location stand as a kit w 5lb boa bags. fyi
Date published: 2026-03-25
Could this stand support Film Devices Microphone ...
Could this stand support Film Devices Microphone Travel Boompole Kit (Aluminum) for overhead mics for interviews?
Yes, with the proper adapters for microphones, the Matthews MERF Mini Extendable Reverse Stand can hold up microphones for interviews if needed.
Date published: 2025-09-09
Are the knobs plastic or metal?
Are the knobs plastic or metal?
hardened plastic t-handles with stainless steel threading.
Date published: 2021-10-26
What is the minimum operating height for this ...
What is the minimum operating height for this stand? Obviously the “folded” length is 20”, but not operating height unless the legs expanded flat to the floor.
The minimum height with the legs splayed out as far as they will go and none of the extensions raised is 20". The folded height is also 20".
Date published: 2021-01-12
Is a sandbag still needed when using this ?
Is a sandbag still needed when using this ?
It is good practice to use a sandbag on any light stand for added safety, even with the Matthews MERF Mini Extendable Reverse Stand.
Date published: 2023-03-03
Looking for a travel solution. Will theses stands ...
Looking for a travel solution. Will theses stands be good for boom and shotgun / aputure 60d w/ soft mix mini ii?
The Matthews MERF Mini Extendable Reverse Stand would work well for holding an Aputure 60d light; it might work as a boom for a very lightweight mic, but putting weight on the legs would be a good idea.
Date published: 2024-06-09
What is the max height with the base set flat (leg
What is the max height with the base set flat (legs resting on floor)?
With the legs flat on the ground the Matthews MERF Mini Extendable Reverse Stand has a maximum height of about 69 inches.
Date published: 2026-07-06