Hold your microphone at the optimal distance with the black K&M 23785, a five-piece carbon fiber boompole that's ideal for film shoots, video production projects, interviews, and more. Thanks to its carbon fiber construction, the 23785 delivers durability and stiffness while maintaining a light weight. The telescopic design incorporates clamp lever locking mechanisms and five pole sections, which yield an adjustable length from 2.6 to 9.3 feet. Attach your mic holder to the 5/8" male threaded connector, then run your cable inside the pole. An upholstered carrying case is included for simplified transport between locations and gigs.

Durable, Lightweight Carbon Fiber    Adjustable Length from 2.6 to 9.3'    5-Piece Telescopic Design    5/8" Male Threaded Connector    Clamp Lever Locking Mechanisms    Accommodates Cables Inside Pole    Includes Upholstered Carrying Case

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you remove the center column and reattach the ballhead?

A: The ballhead is attached to the center column.

Q: 2. Does this come with removable foot spikes?

A: Interesting split in the answers. Mine came with spikes that can replace the rubber feet, which are easy to screw off. B&H should check with the manufacturer to see what is currently supplied with this model.

Q: 3. Is it coming with quick release plate? also, can you attach video camera to this tripod?

A: Yes it comes with a quick release plate and you can attach a video camera, if the video camera is below the maximum load capacity and the video camera has a 1/4" screw opening in the bottom where you will place the quick release plate.

Q: 4. How is the drag control handled? with a separate knob?

A: It has an independant drag or friction cotrol "An independent pan lock is offered for easy movement along a single axis and a friction control knob is also available for making precise adjustments."

Q: 5. Are spikes included for the series 1 tripod?

A: Yes they are

Q: 6. Does this take Arca plates?

A: Yes, the head on the Manfrotto Element Carbon Fiber Small Traveler Tripod (Black) is takes most Arca-Swiss style plates.

Q: 7. Can the ball head be removed

A: The Manfrotto Element Carbon Fiber Small Traveler Tripod (Black) head is not removable.

Q: 8. What is the closed height? Benro's site shows this model is 20inch closes, but specs on BH shows 15inch.

A: The box it comes in is about 17", so the tripod can't be larger than that. The tripod is 15.7".

Q: 9. What is the maximum weight it can support at full horizontal extension?

A: Film Devces does not provide a weight capacity on their travel boompole kit as this will securely hold the weight of just about any microphone boom pole that you can fit onto it.

Q: 10. Is the ballhead "good quality" or it cheap?

A: The ball head included with the Manfrotto Element Carbon Fiber Small Traveler Tripod is a good quality ball head. The ball head allows for smooth movement and has both a knob to control friction and a knob to control panning. It can control payloads with a combined weight of up to 8.8 lbs (4 kg).