This single Manfrotto Autopole Black Base is designed to support one Autopole, when either the ceiling is higher than 12' (3.6 m) or when you want your backgrounds to be free-standing.
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I was worried when I opened the box, as this base felt a little lightweight. once you attach it to a pole, though, the unit seems as strong as using the spring mount against a ceiling. I'll now keep it with me all the time for those occasions where the ceiling is too high or fragile for a regular pole mount. I am actually using this with a Matthews Matthpole, thanks to the B&H folks who assured me that it would work. Just pop out the bottom rubber foot and you're all set.
This base allows for the autopole to be used standalone in a room without the need to come in contact with the ceiling. This is helpful when you need to lower the pole to access backdrop cross poles or lights. It is lightweight and collapses completely against the autopole for transport without needing to remove it from the autopole.