Stereo mic bar for large spacing A-B

[dizziness]

I've been doing more simple stereo live concert recordings lately and am inspired to look for a more elegant solution for my A-B setup of two stands...

Are there any good recommendations for a 40cm+ stereo mic bar? I've had my greedy eyes on a A.E.A. stereo bar for some time... I do have some concerns as it is not uncommon for me to extend the stands 14'+ feet. I fear the wide width and a decent pair of large diaphragm mics would be too much to handle...

The Sabra-Som 4 mic (30 cm) might be okay. Even the On Stage MY700 might be decent enough allthough narrow. I also considered fabricating a simple bar by the means in Michael William's Stereophonic Zoom article...

If I went the route of the A.E.A. bar I am concerned I'd need to spring for a Starbird, Latch Lake MicKing, or the On Stage big daddy stand to suppor the weight and suspend the bracket.

I was already planning to spring for some heavier sandbags and try to figure out a way to counterbalance the weight of the mics (large diaphragm with shockmounts aren't at the center of gravity of the stand.) I'm trying to keep the cost at a minimum.

Any other products I have forgotten? (oh the Bogen triple mic holder, but then I'd need a light stand with the 5/8 stud.)

Chris

[Don S]

Hello Chris,

Although I use small dc's, I simply modified the Bogen triple mic holder with a 6 ft piece of military grade aluminum pipe. Cut to size of course!

[dizziness]

Originally Posted by Don S

Hello Chris,

Although I use small dc's, I simply modified the Bogen triple mic holder with a 6 ft piece of military grade aluminum pipe. Cut to size of course!

Damn! I must be truly stupid to not have thought of that. I'm going to price some out, what diameter is it? Should I find a supplier locally? Thanks for the tip... I'll just get a thread to stud adapter and be in business.

Chris