The Telescopic Support Arm with Rod Bloc from SHAPE is a variable length support arm designed to stabilize a shoulder rig while keeping the user mobile. The unit consists of a telescopic arm, Rod Bloc, and multi-function shoe which can be independently adjusted to the user's preference.
The telescopic arm is a simple aluminum support which may be adjusted at two points, from a minimum length of 14" to a maximum of 20". The top end of the rod is capped by an adjustable single-knob joint which supports and positions the CNC machined aluminum Rod Bloc—the attachment point for a shoulder-mounted rig. At the arm's base is an internal spring designed to provide added control when tilting vertically, allowing the user to capture a more stable image while in motion.
The bottom end of the telescopic arm is fitted with SHAPE's multi-function shoe—a cup-style base designed to rest against the user's torso or in a support belt for additional stability. If needed, the shoe may be removed so that the arm may be used as a boom, providing a connection point for a monitor, microphone, light, and more.
- Variable Length of 14 to 20"
- Single Knob Position Adjustment
- Aluminum Construction
- Rod Bloc for Shoulder Rig Attachment
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SHAPE ARM Reviews
The missing piece
I have been building rigs with a variety of parts from different manufacturers over the past few years. This telescopic support arm finally makes my rig very functional and easy to move around with. Although I already had a weight to put on the back of the shoulder pad, I had to continue holding the handles all of the time I had the camera on my shoulder. This rod is easy to adjust, easy to tighten or loosen- and it keeps everything steady with little effort on my part. The fact that it has an internal spring adds some flexibility; I can leave it loose and just pull down on the handles when I shoot. I also have a good place now for my Libec remote control unit its controls are in easy reach of the handles. I should have gotten this sooner, but I kept thinking that I could cobble something together out of odds and ends. SHAPE machines things very well; no way that I could match this on my own.
Back saver
After 25 years of a lot of handheld work, breathing techniques to get the steadiest shot. i ended up on a show that has an over two hours of nonstop handheld (covering real stories with no other way) and suddenly i started feeling fatigue. so tried this one:it is not perfect: take some time to get used to but saves my back.