Latch Lake Micking 3300 Boom Stand Chrome

The micKing 3300: The Iconic "Long Reach" Model of the Range

The micKing 3300 is the original micKing boom stand designed for situations where a standard stand reaches its limits. Its philosophy is simple: to offer a long mast and a long boom while maintaining a compact base and maximum safety, even with heavy or expensive microphones. It stands out with a boom clutch claimed to be extremely powerful in its category, a patented base, and performance-oriented mechanical solutions (counterweights, locks, quick clamps).

Despite its size in use, the 3300 is designed to remain practical daily: the mast and boom can be compacted significantly for easy storage and setup on stage or in the studio. It is a dedicated model intended for demanding configurations where stability and reach are paramount.

Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses in Studio, Stage, and Classical Recording?

The micKing 3300 is aimed at sound engineers, stage managers, and studios that need to position a microphone far from the stand while maintaining controlled floor placement. It excels in choral and orchestral recordings, where one often wants to "hover" over an ensemble without multiplying stands or disturbing musicians. Its large extension also allows for high placements for ambiance, overheads, or room captures, with comfortable margin to adjust angle and distance.

This stand is also relevant when using heavy microphones (or stereo pairs with bars and suspensions) and when you want to reduce the risk of tipping. In return, its size and weight make it a specialized tool: perfect when long reach is needed in a controlled space, less suited if you are looking for an ultra-light stand to carry daily.

Key Features: Stability, Locking, and Placement Precision

Powerful Boom Clutch and Quick-Release Clamps with Variable Tension

The 3300 relies on mechanics designed to hold the load: very robust boom clutch, quick-release clamps with variable tension, and lever-lock adjustment systems. Practically, this allows rapid deployment, fine placement, then firm locking to limit droop on long extensions. A real advantage when pointing precision is critical, especially in classical music and ensemble recording.

Movable Counterweight and Patented Base: Securing Long Extensions

At long reach, stability becomes a matter of physics: the micKing 3300 includes a movable counterweight (3 kg included) to balance the boom according to extension length and microphone weight. Combined with a patented large-diameter base, this approach enhances safety while keeping a compact floor footprint. Result: you gain confidence during extreme placements, even with sensitive equipment.

Spin Grip Mic Mount: Fine Microphone Orientation

The Spin Grip Mic Mount system facilitates final positioning with a claimed range of up to 295deg. This is particularly useful when the stand is already locked at the correct distance: you can then adjust the microphone orientation finely without having to loosen everything. Ideal for targeting a precise section (strings, brass, choir) or optimizing an overhead incidence angle.

Technical specifications

Finish	Chrome	Maximum tripod height	1240 - 3150 mm
Base diameter	406 mm	Maximum boom extension distance	1290 - 2970 mm
Maximum total height	6.40 m	Weight	approx. 24 kg