Collection: Matthews

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• Middle MAX is a long-anticipated addition to the MAX family of booming support stands. In line with the Matthews Studio tradition of designing equipment to suit the demands of an ever-evolving industry
• the features found in Middle MAX answer the needs of the image creating community.

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• Mini MAX is the smaller compact version of Matthews' very successful and very popular MAX. Like its larger counterpart
• Mini MAX allows you to hang a fixture in places where no other lighting support system may go - either into a corner or flush to the wall - as there are neither rear rails nor pipes required for counterbalance. When the POV will not accommodate a stand or fixture placement
• Mini MAX can 'fly' right in

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• The MINIVATOR II from Matthews is the taller and stronger version of our very popular MINIVATOR stands which Matthews first introduced over 10 years ago.

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• The MAX 720 Pipe Adapter is designed to be used with standard 1-1/4 schedule 40 pipe. It accepts any length pipe and rotates 360 degrees in two opposite planes. Functions are unlimited and can be used for stretching MAX in reach
• as well as horizontally for multiple fixtures and/or a key and fill light off the same rig. The 720 Pipe Adapter enables MAX to turn corners and can be used with the MAX Dropdown
• enabling the user to configure an unlimited degree of compound angles.

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• The Matthews Light/Heavy Triple Riser Stand reaches a whopping 149" thanks to its three strong
• sturdy aluminum risers. With a 43" footprint this stand packs a punch - secure the legs with Boa Bags or Sandbags for safety. The folded length of 36" matches the Medium Duty size
• and it's weight capacity of 25lbs while itself weighing only 7lbs promises functionality and easy of use. The v-shaped brake system in all Matthews Kit Stands ensures your load will stay put while extended for days on end. If you haven't already

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• Dutti Dolly speed wheels give additional rolling support for faster
• more aggressive moves when using round track like speed rail. Highly recommended!

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• The Medium Duty Maxi Kit Stand in Black/Aluminum offers the same strong base of support as the Chrome/Steel version. Designed to interface with light fixtures weighing up to 25lbs
• this Kit Stand is built using nuts and bolts. Should anything happen to the stand
• replacement parts may be ordered directly from Matthews Studio Equipment Parts Team. The top riser terminates in an industry-standard 5/8" pin

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• Matthews Matthpoles are stronger and more durable than any similar product. Unique "expanding casting" provides the pressure for holding the Matthpole in place. Used primarily in studios for mounting seamless paper and backdrops with the use of Super Mafer Clamps and Swivel U-Hooks; the Matthpole has also been used in a horizontal position behind the President of the United States to support small lighting fixtures
• in campaign venues for many candidates
• and probably in many places we don't even know about. Manufactured in three overlapping sizes

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• The Steady Rest (Moses pole) is a double riser
• telescoping pole with a crutch tip on the bottom and a 5/8" baby pin on the top. It was designed to rest steady-cam systems and stabilizers in-between shots so you can give your back a break. It was also created to be used as end support for slider systems when rigged on a dolly to help prevent sag. Use the baby ball head adapter to rig it on the bottom of your slider.

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• The Matthews Light/Heavy Double Riser Kit Stand brings together the features of a tall and robust light stand with a lighter weight body
• designed with portability in mid. Used on fixtures up to 25lbs in weight
• this Kit Stand reaches 8' 3" in height

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• The Matthews Medium Duty Kit Stand is ideal for holding lightweight light fixtures
• backdrops
• light modifiers

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• The Matthews Light/Medium Kit Stand is the perfect compact and sturdy stand for travel situations. Favored by well-known photographer and Headshot Crew founder and guru Peter Hurley
• this stand reaches up to 82" with a weight capacity of 17lbs. Its minimum height of 26" makes it a versatile piece of gear - use with your lightweight lighting fixtures or setup with a DIT tray on your couch. The v-shaped brake common to all Matthews stands ensure your loads will stay put for days on end. Constructed out of premium
• studio-grade aluminum

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• The Perfect Choice for Photographers on the Move.

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• Now here's a clever idea that really does complement your imagination - Matthews Reverse Stand. An innovative approach to folding a stand without compromising the stand's integrity or capacity. It's a tough little stand with a really neat feature!