Boom pole Stands

[kat.hayes]

1.) When shooting video consisting of two people stationary talking back and forth, would a boom pole be an acceptable alternative to someone holding the boom?

2.) Can anyone recommend a stand to hold a boom?

Thanks.

 

[Alan H. Chang]

1.) Yes

2,) You can try regular mic stands suited for recording or live sound such as AKG, K&M, ...
You can also try using C-stands and place your boom into their clamps to hold down your boom parellel to the floor mounting over the area where needed. You can also use a small table/desktop stand placed inbetween the talents.

 

[Cryogenic Filmworks]

Cabellas has a fishing rod holder you can use with your c-stand and grip head. Cheaper than but almost exactly the same as the one at BH Photo. Also BH Photo has an even more expensive one.

 

[kat.hayes]

Thanks guys.