K&M 21080 Stand

A Boom Format That Has Become a Standard for Sound Capture

The boom microphone stand has established itself over the years as a versatile solution, both in studios and rehearsal rooms. Its principle is simple: instead of aligning the microphone solely vertically, the boom allows the capsule to be positioned over a source (mouth, amp, snare drum, overhead, etc.) while keeping the tripod set back. This format remains one of the most practical today for gaining placement precision, optimizing space, and improving playing or singing comfort.

Who Is This Microphone Stand For and What Are Its Uses?

This gray boom microphone stand is designed for musicians, podcasters, content creators, and technicians who want a support that can quickly adapt to different situations. In the home studio, it facilitates vocal and instrument recordings by adjusting height and boom extension without having to reposition the entire setup. In rehearsal, it allows for stable and repeatable placement, useful when multiple performers share the same microphone. On a small stage or during recordings, its adjustment range helps manage space constraints, for example, placing the microphone in front of an amp while keeping the stand's legs out of the way.

Thanks to its adjustable height from 925 to 1630 mm, it suits both seated positions (guitar, keyboard, vocals in a booth) and standing positions. The boom length from 425 to 725 mm is particularly useful for finding the right microphone distance without disturbing the performer: the microphone can be brought closer to a sound source while keeping the stand's base in a safer, more stable spot.

Precise Adjustments and Controlled Placement

A Height Range Covering Common Setups

The 925/1630 mm range covers most situations: standing vocals, ambient miking, amp re-amping at speaker height, or placement above an instrument. A well-chosen height adjustment not only improves comfort but also recording consistency: it reduces timbre variations related to changes in distance and angle, resulting in fewer corrections needed during mixing (EQ, compression) and easier layering of takes.

An Extendable Boom to Optimize the Capture Axis

With its adjustable boom from 425 to 725 mm, this model helps position the microphone with greater finesse, especially when seeking a precise angle (acoustic guitar, snare drum, guitar amp, wind instruments). In practice, the boom allows reaching the desired capture zone while keeping the stand structure out of the playing area, thus limiting the risk of knocks and mechanical noise. This is a direct advantage for recording quality, especially when working with sensitive microphones or sources rich in dynamics.

A Weight Designed for Stability and Confidence in Daily Use

The 3 kg weight contributes to a feeling of security during setup. In a studio, a stable stand is a real time saver: you focus on sound and performance rather than on the support's balance. This stability is also appreciated when adjusting placement by hand between takes or when slightly moving the entire setup without completely disturbing the orientation.

Technical specifications

Category	boom	Boom length	425 - 725 mm
Destination	ground	Telescopic boom	Yes
Material	steel	Color	Grey
Base	tripod	Finishing	Matt
End thread	3/8"	Weight	3.02 kg
Stand height	925 - 1630 mm

Height

925/1630 mm