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[FS: GEAR] Mole -Richardson COMET BOOM TYPE 75 Mic / Lamp

Shawn Convey

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I Have two (2) of these guys left.
They are in like new condition and can be shipped via Uship pretty affordably depending on where you are (in the USA that is)
This is a steal and they are as close to new as you can get... If you buy both Ill throw in a can of Mole Richardson spray paint in the color of the cans for any touch up they may need down the road :-)


Mole - Richardson Co. TYPE 75 - COMET BOOM - ORIGINALLY $2,500 New


ASKING $925 ea.

CONDITION / DESCRIPTION

Very lightly used condition in perfect working order. Minor scrapes and scuffs here and there but overall amazing condition and functionality.
Offered today for less than 1/2 of the new price.

IMAGES and PDF Brochure
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Considered the "Cadillac" of stands / booms this is a staple on every film / video / photography set.
Easily mount heavy lights or light microphones with ease. Achieving over 8 feet in boom length and 8.5 feet in height you can place that light or mic out of any shot and with locking rollers (casters) you can easily reposition and lock down your boom without the use of any sandbags or extra counter weight.

SEE below for full features and specs.
LOOK at all the photos as they are important parts of the description.
FOLDS down to 5' 11" for storage.

SHIPPING - LOCAL PICKUP IN CHICAGO (local delivery possible for a fee) OR Buyer can arrange for shipping via USHIP or a similar service (should be quite reasonable)

QUESTIONS? - Please ask before purchasing if you have any questions about this item or shipping arrangements!

FEATURES
The Comet Boom has a dual purpose. It may be used as a lamp boom or as a microphone boom by using the appropriate lamp mount or microphone attachments and microphone hangers. The Boom arm is adjustable and may be horizontally rotated 360° with the base locked in a stationary position. The vertical riser has an air brake for lowering boom arm.
SPECIFICATIONS

LAMP MOUNT:
TYPE 7545 1/8" dia. spud hung in rubber-insulated u-shaped yoke casting. Spud attaches to 1/4" - 20 male thread.
TYPE 7558 Fixed Spud Adapter-non-swivel with 5/8" dia. spud (factory assembled).
MICROPHONE ATTACHMENTS:
T
YPE 7554 Microphone Hanger Stud with 5/16" - 18 threaded stud 1" long with wing nut and washer. Used to attach either Clamp Type or Stud Type Microphone Hanger. Attaches to 1/4" - 20 male thread.

TYPE 7556 Microphone Hanger Adapter consisting of the following:
Type 7535 Mike Hanger Nut with 5/8" - 27 male thread. Accepts variety of microphones, microphone adapters and fittings. Attaches to 1/4" - 20 male thread.

Type 7536 Microphone Hanger Nut with 5/8"- 27 female thread to

1/2" straight pipe thread. Attaches to Type 7535 Microphone Hanger

Nut.

Accepts variety of microphones, such as Electro-Voice 635A. Note: When ordering specify either Lamp Mount or Type of Microphone Attachment.
STAND HEIGHT:
LOW: 4 feet 117/8 inches to tilt axis.
HIGH: 8 feet 63/4 inches to tilt axis. FOLDED FOR STORAGE: 5 feet 103/4 inches. BOOM ARM LENGTH (Overall):

RETRACTED: 5 feet 33/4 inches.

EXTENDED: 8 feet 11/2 inches.
BOOM REACH: (Center of stand to lamp mounting spud): Adjustable
from 3 feet 5 inches to 5 feet 4 inches with 83/4 pound Type 407 Baby Solarspot® and Boom counterweight in balance.
BOOM REACH: (Center of stand to microphone attachment):
Adjustable from 4 feet 2 inches to 6 feet 6 inches with 11/2 pound microphone and Boom counterweight in balance.
FINISH: Arm castings and stand—baked maroon enamel. Arm and stand extension tube—satin finish chrome.
CASTERS: Locking, 4 inch neopren​
e-tired, ball bearing swivel, heavy-duty type.

WEIGHT: 671/2 pounds.
 
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