That looks like it would hold an iPad nicely too - I use OnSong and am always trying to find a decent way to stand the device up in portrait mode.
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That looks like it would hold an iPad nicely too - I use OnSong and am always trying to find a decent way to stand the device up in portrait mode.
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Steveperrywriter
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Stand has Arrives
So, that stand got here, and I am quite pleased. Assembly/disassembly, about thirty seconds each. It is not as sturdy as an all-steel orchestra stand, the desk is plastic, and there is fiberglass in the upright; however, it weighs considerably less than my regular stands, and is a lot sturdier than the wire stands. It is much easier to stick into my gig bag, and even comes with a handle for carrying.
The box, when it's open, serves as a place you can put pencils, pens, tuner, lights, extra batteries, and it supports a five-pound book, no problem.
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So, that stand got here, and I am quite pleased. Assembly/disassembly, about thirty seconds each. It is not as sturdy as an all-steel orchestra stand, the desk is plastic, and there is fiberglass in the upright; however, it weighs considerably less than my regular stands, and is a lot sturdier than the wire stands. It is much easier to stick into my gig bag, and even comes with a handle for carrying.
The box, when it's open, serves as a place you can put pencils, pens, tuner, lights, extra batteries, and it supports a five-pound book, no problem.
(I dunno why the images rotated ...)
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Steveperrywriter
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I'll try a few more pictures:
Here's the stand next to my ProLine and OnStage steel stands ...
Here's the stand next to my ProLine and OnStage steel stands ...
itsme
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Don't you just hate that? A lot of sites will include all kinds of other info about shipping in their FAQ but never tell you what payment they accept up front. I shouldn't have to put an item in my cart and start entering personal information before I know what payment they accept.
Ran across this the other day at a (non-uke) site and decided to contact them to ask. Guess what? You can't even use their "contact" form unless you include a phone # because it's a mandatory field.
Ukejenny
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We have a couple of the ultra cheapo Hamilton stands, but they work and are easy to use. I made stand bags out of old pant legs. Just cut, sew one end shut, and put a draw string through the other end.
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/hamilton-kb70
Ukejenny
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I'm interested in what you think of the Peak stand. I need something for lessons at home and for taking to meet ups.
Ukejenny
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Did I ever put a link up for the Peak stands? Or is there one on this thread? I didn't see one, but was reading fast.
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/peak-music-stands-portable-music-stand
I still have my old Hamilton floor stand from when I was in beginning band. Still works great and I started band in 1980. For a cheap floor stand, they seem to hold up. I have a few of the one piece floor stands and they are pretty flimsy - I think they were made by Protec. I still have them, but they aren't very good. Work in a pinch. I also have a heavy, Manhasset symphony stand. All metal and pretty secure, but you have to put tennis balls on the feet to keep from scratching the floor up.
I really want to try a Peak.
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/peak-music-stands-portable-music-stand
I still have my old Hamilton floor stand from when I was in beginning band. Still works great and I started band in 1980. For a cheap floor stand, they seem to hold up. I have a few of the one piece floor stands and they are pretty flimsy - I think they were made by Protec. I still have them, but they aren't very good. Work in a pinch. I also have a heavy, Manhasset symphony stand. All metal and pretty secure, but you have to put tennis balls on the feet to keep from scratching the floor up.
I really want to try a Peak.
Skinny Money McGee
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Got my Desca stand in today. Very impressed with the stand and customer service. Reed at Desca answered my few questions quickly.
+1 with everything Steve says above. I especially like the cubby space to stow the tuner and whatever else you want to stick in there.
+1 with everything Steve says above. I especially like the cubby space to stow the tuner and whatever else you want to stick in there.
Forr what it's worth, the Hamilton stand to which this link goes at amazon.com is advertized there as a "two piece" stand, but I don't think "two piece" means what I thought it would mean because the top part is not removable. I think "two piece" means that there are two bars in the stand itself, which allows for height adjustment in two places. I was unable to find at Hamilton's website any folding hamilton stand in which the top part comes off and can be used as a standalone tabletop stand.
Do you think a storage bag is needed? That's the one item the Peak Stand has an dis stopping me from ordering it.
Spud1$
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It's very,very beautiful!
itsme
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All I know is the top part of my Hamilton comes off and can be used as a tabletop stand. I've had it for probably 20 years and can't tell you about their current models.
Brad Bordessa
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You guys are funny. I had a stand that folded up to pretty much nothing for years. Recently one of my students gave me a big, steel Manhasset. I can't believe what I've been missing! It's so sturdy you could weld your mixer to it...
itsme
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I only use a cheapo folding stand on the go.
Yes, a nice sturdy stand makes a huge difference. For daily use at home, I have a heavy duty Belmonte like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Belmonte-Orchestra-Stand-Deluxe-Black/dp/B000CDUDQG/
But mine's white, don't think they make those any more.
On the holiday wish list is not a new uke but a Desca & Fholder.
Have had a big honkin' Manhasset in a previous life & a few of the wire-ish ones. The wirey ones may work for others but if I ever see another one in person, I'd like to not just have it recycled, but see it smelted in molten metal. Or toss it into an active volcano.
This video cracked me up & is more true than funny, including the holey snow shovel...
Desca demo for those interested... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB1oRiYxvFA
Have had a big honkin' Manhasset in a previous life & a few of the wire-ish ones. The wirey ones may work for others but if I ever see another one in person, I'd like to not just have it recycled, but see it smelted in molten metal. Or toss it into an active volcano.
This video cracked me up & is more true than funny, including the holey snow shovel...
Desca demo for those interested... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LB1oRiYxvFA
Nickie
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Great video. This is a lot better than the ones with plastic parts that don't even last a year. This is a good reason for memorizing songs!
That is absolutely gorgeous.You should post it in the Marketplace
I've had my K&M Heavy Duty music stand for 2 years and it has held up really well. Folds up and fits in my music bag. (It comes with a case.) It's pretty stable outdoors with mild breezes. I attach a cup holder and a ukulele holder to it when I play. Works really well. Very stable.
They make an Extra Heavy Duty one, but I haven't seen one of those yet.
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I've got that stand and have had it way more than 20 years. Every stand has its trade offs.
