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MFG# B756040
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The Hollywood 40" Double Riser C Stand with Sliding Leg includes Grip Head, Arm and has a Black Finish. Century Stands or "C" stands are an important component in the image maker's arsenal of tools. This is a black Matthews Century C Stand Grip Head Kit. It consists of a Double Riser Sliding...
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MFG# B6039CS
Samy's Part# S-000632
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The Avenger 12.8 ft. B200 Wind-Up 39 Stand with Braked Wheels (Chrome-plated) in is an amazing wind up stand capable of easily lifting and lowering loads of 30kg/66.1lbs with its 3 sections and 2 risers up to heights of 370cm/145.7in and as low as 181cm/71.3in. The built in combo head with a 28mm/...
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MFG# H377573
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Designed to support flying butterflies, overheads, and large backdrops, the steel-constructed chrome Medium Overhead Roller Stand from Matthews rises to a maximum height of 14', has a minimum working height of 64", and can handle gear weighing up to 88 lb. The four-section stand has a wide
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MFG# LFM2
Samy's Part# S-074907
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Comes with new extra-long Focus Rod - 44" (112cm). Rod numbers from 1-18. Focus or de-focus your light inside the reflector. Recommended for Junior Stands. Works with all our Parabolic Reflectors; extra long focusing rod specifically designed for Parabolix 65" reflector. Can also be used with...
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MFG# 387031
Samy's Part# MATT387031
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The Hollywood Beefy Baby Legs are made of steel instead of aluminum to provide greaterstability and longer wear. The top riser is also made of steel, this permits the 5/8" Baby Pin to be welded into the riser instead of pinned, plus it increases the strength of the top riser which is the smallest...
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MFG# 349581
Samy's Part# MATT349581
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Plates now feature two holes of 3/8" and 5/8" diameter that eliminate any confusion. New casting offers positive lock in all directions. The strongest and most popular 4-1/2" Grip Head in the industry.
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MFG# 25LB
Samy's Part# S-024744
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The Saddle Sandbag 25 lb are available in various shapes to meet your requirements of photography equipment. These are used to strengthen the stability of stands and for balancing.

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  • Outer shell is water resistant, inner shell is polypropylene.
  • Handles on both sides are heavy duty
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MFG# KS301411
Samy's Part# S-073139
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The Kupo 340 Roller Stand Base is specifically designed for lighting fixtures that need to be placed in low positions. Features a quick-release locking system equipped on each leg for folding and unfolding the stand within seconds. It also comes with a universal stand top that allows it to fit
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MFG# B387486
Samy's Part# MATTB387486
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The Matthews Reverse Stand is best suited for location work, since it can fold back on itself into a very compact package only 22.75" (58 cm) long. It has four risers, and its maximum height is 83.5" (2.1 m).

It can accommodate 11 lbs (5 kg) at maximum height.
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MFG# B387489
Samy's Part# S-013244
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The Matthews 7.5 ft. MERF Mini Extendable Reverse Stand is a small, robust light stand with reverse folding legs. A new concept in small, robust kit stands which features a secure clamping system that eliminates T-Handles. Stuff it into your backpack or small portable lighting kit. When you get...
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MFG# 15LB
Samy's Part# S-024743
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The Saddle Sandbag 15 lb are available in various shapes to meet your requirements of photography equipment. These are used to strengthen the stability of stands and for balancing.

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MFG# KS041711
Samy's Part# S-043586
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The Kupo Midi Click Stand (8 ft.) is designed for studio or location shooting. These light stands can easily be taken on location because of the clever and unique interlocking mechanism which allows you to carry them in different configurations. Features a clever interlocking mechanism that allows...
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MFG# B387485
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Designed primarily for their use in lighting kits these stands are compact and light weight. They are ideal for assembling custom lighting kits or as a replacement. Many MSE Kit Stands employ a brake shoe system for locking off the riser tubes as opposed to pinch castings therefore permitting...
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MFG# KS200511
Samy's Part# S-075031
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The
Kupo 10.3 in. Master Combo Aluminum Senior Stand is designed to hold loads up to 26.5 lb at a maximum working height of 124" using a 2 riser, 3 section design. The stand features aluminum construction, a triple function universal head and a leveling leg for uneven terrain.
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MFG# ZLS13
Samy's Part# S-064655
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The
GTX Studio 13 ft. Heavy-Duty Light Stand (Black) is a black anodized aluminum support that rises to a height of 13' and folds down to 46.5" for storage and transport. The stand will handle up to 10 lb and is topped with a removable, reversible 5/8" spigot with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threads....
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MFG# SAMTMRED
Samy's Part# S-053674
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The
STUFFT Cinema Works T-Marker Shot Bag (Red) is designed for marking actors' positions on any surface. The T Marker is made of heavy-duty nylon material and filled with shot, making it extremely durable and heavy enough to stay in place. A perfect reusable alternative for when you can't
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MFG# 420101
Samy's Part# MATT420101
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Provides strong solid gripping of round square or rectangular tubing and many other common and irregular shapes. The differences are: A ergonomic handle design reinforced jaws and the shaft is 1010 chrome plated steel. Available with 2” or 3” Center Jaw or 2” End Jaw. The Center Jaw has a fixed...
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MFG# KG602912
Samy's Part# S-045020
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The Kupo Super Viser 4 In. Clamp with Hex Receiver (End Jaw) is an extremely strong and versatile clamp. It can mount securely onto round and square objects, or just about any unique shape up to 4" (11cm) in diameter. The jaw position remains fixed on one side of the clamp, enabling it to be mounted...
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MFG# KG601711
Samy's Part# S-069041
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The
Kupo Photo Baby Boom (Black) is a sturdy chrome-plated support that will handle up to up to 6.6 lb of gear at its maximum extension of 7.8'. It has a 5/8" end stud and will mount to any grip head via its built-in "ear". The tail-end hook is handy for sandbags and counter-weights.
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MFG# 299886
Samy's Part# MATT299886
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This versatile, stainless steel shot bag quickly wraps around the base of any stand column, brace, tee handle, arm or boom. By placing the weight directly below the weight of the fixture, the weight is actually directed straight down the stand's vertical column, holding it firmly in place. The...
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MFG# KG602612
Samy's Part# S-054208
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The Kupo Duck Bill Clamp is great for holding items such as foamcore, reflector boards, flags, and bounce cards. The quick set-up clamp allows for clamping onto flat surfaces quickly. Features a 7" Duckbill Plate Metal Jaw and clamps flat items up to 4.5" thick. The steel baby stud welded on the
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MFG# KG400512
Samy's Part# S-071775
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The 
Kupo 4-1/2 in. Grip Head with 1-1/8 in. Stud and Receiver converts a junior stand into an overhead stand. It's ideal for holding a large overhead frame in place. It features two rotating, non-slip aluminum discs attached to a junior 1-1/8" stud and receiver.
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MFG# 9940
Samy's Part# S-067065
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Designed for overhead lighting, microphone positioning, and extending light stand height, the Westcott Mini Boom Arm & Weight Bag telescopes from 31" to 57" and supports up to 11 lbs. at maximum extension. Unlike traditionally heavy and bulky boom arms, this Mini Boom Arm is a compact and easy
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MFG# BC420101
Samy's Part# S-064670
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The Matthews 3 in. Matthellini Center Jaw 2 in. Pin (Black/Chrome) absorbs light, adding more control over lighting design than ever. With a jaw redesign, the HYPER-CHROME Matthellini offers more than a new color: it secures tighter while enabling smoother hand unlocking; controls lighting ref
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MFG# 10LB
Samy's Part# S-024742
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The Saddle Sandbags 10 lb are available in various shapes to meet your requirements of photography equipment. These are used to strengthen the stability of stands and for balancing.

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  • Outer shell is water resistant, inner shell is polypropylene.
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MFG# B350580
Samy's Part# MATTB350580
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The strongest & most popular Grip Head in the industry. Guaranteed to hold. Set it and forget it! Will not slip. Plates feature two holes 3/8" & 5/8", eliminating confusion. Castings offer positive lock in all directions.
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MFG# PH99905
Samy's Part# S-067700
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The Phottix F-160 Light Stand is ideal for traveling because it is quick and easy to set up.
The light stand can be extended from approx. 46.5 cm to a maximum of 155 cm and is lightweight at just 555 grams.


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MFG# KG200912
Samy's Part# S-015122
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The Grip Arm Support from Kupo is a lightweight telescopic arm with a Kupo Tiny Clamp on one side designed to attach to the 5/8-inch steel grip arm and a unique threaded stud notched specifically for the Kupo 3 & 4 Way Clamp System that mounts onto the riser of a Master C Stand. The support f

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MFG# SAMTMGRN
Samy's Part# S-053677
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STUFFT Cinema Works T-Marker Shot Bag (Green) is designed for marking actors' positions on any surface. The T Marker is made of heavy-duty nylon material and filled with shot, making it extremely durable and heavy enough to stay in place. A perfect reusable alternative for when you can't
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MFG# 350584
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MFG# KG014212
Samy's Part# S-064977
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Since most grip gear and lighting equipment uses a baby 5/8"(16mm) spigot or a junior mount 28mm (1 1/8") receiver, this accessory adds extra versatility to your gear.
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MFG# 175
Samy's Part# MANF175
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The Manfrotto 175 Spring Clamp is a handy multi-purpose clamp that is handy to keep around in the studio. It can be used to hold gobos, flats, or reflectors with complete security. It has a clamping range of 0.2" to 1.6" (5-40mm), and includes a 5/8" male stud, and 5/8" female socket.

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MFG# Z-LS08
Samy's Part# S-052116
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The Zuma 8ft. Light Stand (Black) is steel made for durability that can handle 10 pounds of weight. The light stand features adjustable, secure locking system and ideal for portable. The light stand is great for light and medium weight strobes, flash units, LED lights, reflectors and softboxes....
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MFG# KG002212
Samy's Part# S-064962
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This 5" (12.7cm) steel Baby 5/8" (16mm) pin is designed to be mounted in the head of a grip head or grip arm and still have a few inches sticking out of the head where a light fixture or any other accessory with a baby receiver can be mounted. The combination of a grip head and grip arm give flexibility
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MFG# XM5
Samy's Part# S-061503
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The
Bessey 2 in. Steel Spring Clamp is strong, rust-resistant and durable. A Clamps have hundreds of uses on set including holding reflector boards, gathering cloth backgrounds and drapes, securing a roll of seamless paper to its crossbar and on and on. Plastic tips on the A Clamps pinchers help...
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MFG# KG000712
Samy's Part# S-037076
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This Convi Clamp accessory is a super strong steel "J" hook with a hex pin. The Kupo Hex J Hook (2 Pack) is perfect for hanging strobe packs, HMI ballasts, or rigging background crossbars to light stands. They are one of the most popular accessories in the vast Convi Clamp System.

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Light stands and grip equipment provide a stable base for your lighting equipment, making them essential for any photography and video production. We carry a full selection of light stands for photography and video, from lightweight stands for quick and easy lighting setups to heavy-duty options for more elaborate lighting configurations.

In addition to light stands, we also offer a wide range of grip equipment to help you achieve the perfect shot. Our grip equipment includes clamps, arms, and other accessories designed to hold your lighting equipment in place and provide maximum flexibility with easy-to-adjust components. Whether you need to secure a light in a specific position or add an extra arm to your setup, our grip and lighting equipment have you covered.

Many of the light stands and grip equipment we carry are designed for compatibility with various types of lighting equipment, including strobes, continuous lights, and modifiers. This means that you can mix and match grip and lighting equipment to create a personalized setup that works for your project.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


What Is the C in C-Stand?

The C in C-stand stands for "century," referring to the most common type of reflector used by these types of light stands for early film productions. C-stands are widely used pieces of grip equipment in the film and photography industry because of their versatility and stability. They consist of a heavy metal base with three legs that can be adjusted for height and a vertical column that extends upward to hold a variety of accessories.

How Do You Stabilize Light Stands?

Stabilizing light stands is crucial for the safety of the crew and the security of expensive lighting equipment on set. You can stabilize your light stands with sandbags, weights, and guy wires, and by making sure the legs of the stand are spread wide to create a stable base (if they're adjustable). In addition to safety, you also want to stabilize your light stand to make sure the lighting stays consistent and even.

Are Light Stands and Grip Equipment Universal?

Most light stands and grip equipment are designed with universal mounting options, such as 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch screws, to fit a wide range of lighting equipment. However, it's always a good idea to double-check compatibility before making a purchase.

How Often Should I Check and Maintain My Grip and Lighting Equipment?

Regularly checking and maintaining your equipment is crucial for safety and performance. Before each shoot, inspect your stands, clamps, and other grip equipment for any signs of wear or damage. Regular maintenance, like tightening screws and cleaning, can extend the lifespan of your equipment and ensure consistent results.

What Are Guy Wires and How Are They Used?

Guy wires are strong, tensioned cables used to stabilize taller or heavier light stands. They are anchored to the ground or other solid objects to provide additional support, particularly in windy conditions.

Can You Attach Multiple Lights to a Single Light Stand?

Yes, you can attach multiple lights to a single stand using multi-light mount adapters. However, make sure not to exceed the maximum load capacity of the stand to maintain stability and safety.

What Is a Boom Arm and When Would I Use One?

A boom arm is an extendable arm that attaches to a light stand or C-stand, allowing you to position lights or other accessories above the subject. This is useful for achieving dramatic lighting effects or for minimizing shadows.

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