Choosing a Keyboard Stand
A vital part of the keyboard is the piece that does not produce any music at all. Keyboard stands are responsible for making sure that the musician can play in comfort and that the instrument is secure in a certain position. The type of keyboard stand that you choose will be determined by a number of factors.
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$12.99  Standtastic Rack Mount Kit For Keyboard Stands This hardware kit allows you to mount a single rack space device to your Standtastic keyboard stand. An excellent way to keep your sound gear near your electronic keyboard. MORE... | $19.99  On-Stage Stands Standard Keyboard Stand "The On-Stage Stands Standard Keyboard Stand is a great basic keyboard stand with solid construction and the patent-pending quikSQUEEZE adjustment system. Ideal for smaller keyboards (130 lbs. or less). Constructed from 1/2"" x 1-1/8"" tubing with adjusta MORE... | $29.95  Yamaha Portable Keyboard Stand "This Yamaha keyboard stand was specifically fashioned to bolt directly to many of Yamaha's PSR and EZ models of portable keyboards. Offering excellent stability and a collapsible design that's convenient for travel, this Yamaha L3C stand is perfect for t MORE... | $29.99  Standtastic Extra Tier Kit For Keyboard Stands "This hardware kit adds an additional, fully adjustable keyboard tier to the Standtastic keyboard stands." MORE... |
$32.99  Proline Pl-100 X-Braced Keyboard Stand "The ProLine PL-100 Keyboard Stand is a metal x-stand without a clutch mechanism that could wear out over time.Proline's sturdy keyboard stands support medium to full-sized keyboards, as well as DJ gear and mixers. With fully-welded contact points, you ge MORE... | $36.00  On-Stage Stands Ks8290x Lok-Tight Pro Single-X Ergo-Lok Keyboard Stand "The On-Stage Stands KS8290X Lok-Tight Pro Single-X ERGO-LOK Keyboard Stand is a top-of-the-line single-X stand that's built for pro-level work with super heavy-duty tubing and welded construction. This heavy-duty keyboard stand supports 270 pounds with h MORE... | $39.99  Proline Add-On Tier For Pl-400 Keyboard Stand This heavy-duty second tier for the Proline PL-400 Double X-Braced keyboard stand attaches to the PL400 so that a second keyboard can be placed on a single stand. Like all ProLine keyboard stands it's extremely sturdy.Second tier for ProLine PL400THeavy-d MORE... | $39.99  Standtastic Mic Boom Attachment For Keyboard Stands The MBA-1 microphone attachment works with all keyboard stands. MORE... |
$44.99  On-Stage Stands Heavy-Duty Deluxe X Ergo-Lok Keyboard Stand "The pro-level On-Stage Stands Heavy-Duty Deluxe X Ergo Lok Keyboard Stand is built and styled for demanding musicians. Super heavy-duty tubing and welded construction support up to 395 lbs. Double-X frame allows height adjustment from 27""-39"" and width MORE... | $46.95  Quik-Lok Qlx-21 Double Braced Single Tier Keyboard Stand "The Quik-Lok double-braced keyboard stand boasts heavy welds on broad-diameter tubes to ensure a minimum of wobbling and years of reliable service. The Quik-Lok GLX-21 keyboard stand offers vVariable height positions: 37.4"", 34.5"", 30.7"", and 26.3"". MORE... | $49.99  On-Stage Stands Deluxe X 2-Tier Keyboard Stand "The On-Stage Stands Deluxe X keyboard stand's 2-tiers support up to 250 lbs and easily adjusts with a quikSQUEEZE adjustment system. Constructed from 3/4"" tubing with 1"" tubing on upper tier. 27"" to 39"" height adjustment and 11"" to 31"" width." MORE... | $49.99  On-Stage Stands Pro Platform Keyboard Stand "The On-Stage Stands Pro Platform Stand has you covered if you've got a large keyboard or a heavy vintage one. Like to mix it up with a keyboard/other component combo? This stand is the one. It has a 230-lb. capacity with 26"" to 43"" height and 29"" to 4 MORE... |
$49.99  Ultimate Support Iq-1000 Memory Lock X Style Keyboard Stand "Ultimate Support's IQ-1000 X-style keyboard stand is armed with the Memory Lock, so stand always opens to the same height setting, and leveling cam-style end caps that allow stand to be stable even on uneven surfaces. Off-set legs leave more leg and peda MORE... | $49.99  K&M Bag For Spider Pro Keyboard Stand "Bag from K&M to store and transport the Sprider Pro keyboard stand. Waterproof, sturdy nylon fabric. Gig bag for stand features a wrap-around zipper and 2 nylon handles." MORE... | $49.99  Quik-Lok Kds450ma Profile Multi-Adjustable Keyboard Stand "The multi-adjustable Quik-Lok KDS450MA keyboard stand works with a wide range of keyboard models and adjusts both in height and width. The stand's standard height is 23-1/4"" (59.3cm), with a width 24"" (61.2cm). It's adjustable to a height of 35-1/2"" ( MORE... | $49.99  Quik-Lok Adjustable Second Tier For M-91 Keyboard Stand "Double your M-91 keyboard stand's carrying capacity with this second-tier addition from QuickLok. Tilt, height and depth are adjustable to hold your keyboard securely. Rubber-coated tier arms hold keyboards firmly in place Securely attaches to main k MORE... |
The type of keyboard you use
High-end keyboards can be quite heavy, but many keyboards remain light and portable. A heavier keyboard, of course, will require a sturdier stand both to keep it in place and to prevent it from collapsing under the weight. Some styles of keyboard, such as digital pianos, include their own stand that gels with the rest of the instrument so that the appearance of a traditional piano is impressed upon the audience.
If you mainly use the keyboard to fool around at home, then a simple collapsible model may be the best for you. These stands are pretty inexpensive, and will get the job done when it comes to holding the keyboard level. Finding pianos for sale is easy at pianomusician.com.
How you play
If you are an informal keyboard player, then you may want to choose a stand that does not so much reflect the discipline of the piano. Serious players, however, may want to choose a stand that reflects the studious practice of the craft by lending a more solid appearance to the keyboard structure.
Keyboard players who specialize in performances, such as rock and roll, may want to consider stands that are sturdier in design. A lot of heavy playing of the keys usually results from a good performance, and the stand should be designed to absorb the impact of the hands.
Where you play
A lot of keyboard players need to have their keyboards with them for the performance; their keyboards are programmed with the range of sounds they will need for the performance, and therefore they cannot substitute for a venue keyboard. These players will need to find a stand that is as portable as possible while still lending a sturdy base for the instrument.
Keyboards which are intended to remain in place will not need a stand that can be moved around as easily. These stands can even include effects devices such as pedals, as they are not really expected to be detached from the keyboard very often, if at all.
Ergonomics
More and more musicians are becoming aware of the potential hazards posed by repetitive motion injury. Keyboardists can avoid this type of injury by selecting a keyboard stand that is adjusted to their height and arm length, or their position while sitting. This is pretty vital for anyone who plays their instrument often, as one of theses injuries may mean that you will be forced to quit playing.
Keyboard players who play multiple instruments at the same time also usually include several stand heights while performing, in order to differentiate quickly between which keyboard is to be used at the current moment in the song. Practicing the routine will allow you to automatically switch to the right keyboard based on height alone.
Keyboard stands are as vital to performance as keyboard cases are to properly maintaining and transporting your instrument.
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