Original: $3,768.74
-70%$3,768.74
$1,130.62The Story
- Legendary Starbird Model 180 Boom Stand
- Boom Arm Telescopes from 55 to 98"
- Stand Height Range: 63 to 102"
- Heavy Cast Iron Base
- T.A.F. Pneumatic Auto-Lift System
- VariBal Counter Ballast System
- Three Retractable Legs
- BoomStop Safety Lock
- Large Triad TC Studio Casters
- Aluminum Construction
The Triad-Orbit Starbird SB-1 Studio Boom Stand is the third iteration of George Starbird's legendary Model No.180 studio boom stand, which was designed for use in large broadcast environments in the 1940s and later adopted as the large mic stand of choice by recording studios. This updated version combines the unrivaled reach, range of motion, and stability of the original with Triad-Orbit's proprietary technology to impart new levels of performance, versatility, and stability.
- Key Features
-
- Third iteration of George Starbird�s legendary Model No.180 studio boom stand
- Large Triad TC industrial-grade, dual-bearing, dual-locking studio casters
- Thick 2mm 6063 T5 aluminum tubes
- Strong main swivel uses tested technology from the Orbit 2 center swivel
- Safety Stop Spring pin system
- Compatible with Triad-Orbit IO Quick-Change and includes the OA ball joint for 360° of mic adjustment
- Stand base, boom swivel, and clutch components retrofit to legacy Starbird stands
- T.A.F. System
-
- T.A.F. (Triad Air Force) is a patent-pending pneumatic auto-lift / assisted-lift system that automatically and effortlessly raises T-O Starbird stands and booms
- Ideal for applications with heavy microphone set ups
- By releasing the mid clutch on the riser tubes the stand raises automatically with air-lift assist
- StarBase Retractable Stand Base
-
- Massive cast iron base with 38" footprint and three retractable legs that pivot for optimum positioning
- Legs tuck away under the base for efficient storage
- The legs can be used in offset positions to accommodate smaller rooms and tight spaces
- BoomStop Safety Lock
-
- Pin locking mechanism secures Starbird boom in any position, regardless of the weight suspended, for safe, worry-free operation
- VariBal Counter Ballast System
-
- VariBal lets you adjust the position of the counterweight effortlessly
- Allows you to add additional ballast to the counterweight as needed
All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
- Legendary Starbird Model 180 Boom Stand
- Boom Arm Telescopes from 55 to 98"
- Stand Height Range: 63 to 102"
- Heavy Cast Iron Base
- T.A.F. Pneumatic Auto-Lift System
- VariBal Counter Ballast System
- Three Retractable Legs
- BoomStop Safety Lock
- Large Triad TC Studio Casters
- Aluminum Construction
The Triad-Orbit Starbird SB-1 Studio Boom Stand is the third iteration of George Starbird's legendary Model No.180 studio boom stand, which was designed for use in large broadcast environments in the 1940s and later adopted as the large mic stand of choice by recording studios. This updated version combines the unrivaled reach, range of motion, and stability of the original with Triad-Orbit's proprietary technology to impart new levels of performance, versatility, and stability.
- Key Features
-
- Third iteration of George Starbird�s legendary Model No.180 studio boom stand
- Large Triad TC industrial-grade, dual-bearing, dual-locking studio casters
- Thick 2mm 6063 T5 aluminum tubes
- Strong main swivel uses tested technology from the Orbit 2 center swivel
- Safety Stop Spring pin system
- Compatible with Triad-Orbit IO Quick-Change and includes the OA ball joint for 360° of mic adjustment
- Stand base, boom swivel, and clutch components retrofit to legacy Starbird stands
- T.A.F. System
-
- T.A.F. (Triad Air Force) is a patent-pending pneumatic auto-lift / assisted-lift system that automatically and effortlessly raises T-O Starbird stands and booms
- Ideal for applications with heavy microphone set ups
- By releasing the mid clutch on the riser tubes the stand raises automatically with air-lift assist
- StarBase Retractable Stand Base
-
- Massive cast iron base with 38" footprint and three retractable legs that pivot for optimum positioning
- Legs tuck away under the base for efficient storage
- The legs can be used in offset positions to accommodate smaller rooms and tight spaces
- BoomStop Safety Lock
-
- Pin locking mechanism secures Starbird boom in any position, regardless of the weight suspended, for safe, worry-free operation
- VariBal Counter Ballast System
-
- VariBal lets you adjust the position of the counterweight effortlessly
- Allows you to add additional ballast to the counterweight as needed
All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.








