Benn Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 Hi all, I'v searched the forum the last few days for ideas for a boom box/caddy/stand... and this is the result. Any suggestions for improvement are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atheisticmystic Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 I know the Boombox is expensive (I had to get one as a Bday gift), but I like that I'm able to stand on it during takes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afewmoreyears Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 My suggestion would be to loose the wheels.... They will most likely only get in the way... I hope you glued AND screwed.... I would also clear skateboard grip tape on two sides... one flat, one side.... Maybe handle hole on top... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 It looks like the wheels are designed to only touch the ground when the box is tilted. That should work fine unless maybe if you're on really uneven ground. I imagine they make it quicker and less awkward to move two fully-dressed booms and a box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afewmoreyears Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 It looks like the wheels are designed to only touch the ground when the box is tilted. That should work fine unless maybe if you're on really uneven ground. I imagine they make it quicker and less awkward to move two fully-dressed booms and a box. My thoughts are, one is always better simply lifting and carrying OVER cables and set crap, then trying to roll over it... but that's just me... Two boom rigs, if you should actually go the two at a time route, are not that heavy... carrying should be no problem.. We only use two holes at a time when we have two boom ops in one space... and both walk out and leave the poles... not too often..they both have boxes.. Those wheels are too small to get properly over all the cables.. and, unless there is some type of handle, it may be awkward to bend over and drag it along... Just sayin..... Nice box though so far!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 My thoughts are, one is always better simply lifting and carrying OVER cables and set crap, then trying to roll over it... but that's just me... Two boom rigs, if you should actually go the two at a time route, are not that heavy... carrying should be no problem.. We only use two holes at a time when we have two boom ops in one space... and both walk out and leave the poles... not too often..they both have boxes.. Those wheels are too small to get properly over all the cables.. and, unless there is some type of handle, it may be awkward to bend over and drag it along... Just sayin..... Nice box though so far!!!! All valid points. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ju Griz Posted October 14, 2013 Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 Have one of the walls on hinges so you can store cables, headphones, tape, etc. Also, make sure it's clearly marked as belonging to the sound department. Otherwise you'll probably find it underneath an AC. I'd also say lose the wheels and just bore more handles. Cuz carrying things is awesome. Sand down the edges and put the skateboard grip tape on all the edges to reduce chipping/splintering. Around the holes for the boom poles, line it with something like plastic. That way, every time you store the pole, it won't be wearing away at the wood,compromising your glue job, or damaging the pole. Basically just make it easier to slide in (gigiddy). What are the dimensions you used? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benn Posted October 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2013 My thoughts are, one is always better simply lifting and carrying OVER cables and set crap, then trying to roll over it... but that's just me... Two boom rigs, if you should actually go the two at a time route, are not that heavy... carrying should be no problem.. We only use two holes at a time when we have two boom ops in one space... and both walk out and leave the poles... not too often..they both have boxes.. Those wheels are too small to get properly over all the cables.. and, unless there is some type of handle, it may be awkward to bend over and drag it along... Just sayin..... Nice box though so far!!!! Maybe you'r right about (the size of) the wheels, i'll try it like this. If it doesn't work i can get some bigger wheels or loose the wheels. There is no handle, you can use the boom to drag/push it along. Around the holes for the boom poles, line it with something like plastic. That way, every time you store the pole, it won't be wearing away at the wood,compromising your glue job, or damaging the pole. Basically just make it easier to slide in (gigiddy).What are the dimensions you u used? I've used a plastic drain pipe in the holes for the boom poles The dimensions are 50x30x30 cm (20x12x12 inches) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Wielage Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Add a padded seat for the boom guy to sit on between takes! $40 from Film Tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ze Frias Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Add a padded seat for the boom guy to sit on between takes! $40 from Film Tools. Interesting. Does it really make a difference? I usually sit on naked apple boxes, no complaints, but I am intrigued by this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afewmoreyears Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Interesting. Does it really make a difference? I usually sit on naked apple boxes, no complaints, but I am intrigued by this. I also think this is interesting... and in a very light hearted moment... Sorry Marc, only funnin here... I would say interesting until you need to store your poles and or get the "F" out of the way of incoming lighting gear... Then you could grab your poles from the corner of the room, pull off the pad, store it somewhere and move the whole shabang to its new spot on the other side of the set... pull out the poles, put them in the other corner, put the pad back on after pulling it out of your shorts, and sit back down..LOL... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip Perkins Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I'd be a little concerned about damage to the poles where they meet the edges of the holes as you roll the thing around over cables etc. It looks like it's well made, and also looks like it's a non-standard apple-box size. That's good for keeping other people off it (except for those people who won't care what dept it's from) but less good if you had to extend it--ie make a stepping path for a walking shot or a dance floor. I have not found anything remotely gripish that can't be scooped up by them during a wrap or move with the assumption that it is theirs--even if painted a bright color with the words SOUND on whatever it is. You have to keep an eye on it and once in awhile go out to the truck and ask for it back. Sooner or later it will disappear for good. philp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ze Frias Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 I also think this is interesting... and in a very light hearted moment... Sorry Marc, only funnin here... I would say interesting until you need to store your poles and or get the "F" out of the way of incoming lighting gear... Then you could grab your poles from the corner of the room, pull off the pad, store it somewhere and move the whole shabang to its new spot on the other side of the set... pull out the poles, put them in the other corner, put the pad back on after pulling it out of your shorts, and sit back down..LOL... Well, when booming, I usually never let go of the pole unless we are going to wait more than 10-15 minutes for the next set-up, instead I usually sit on an apple box well out of everyone's way, until we get closer to rehearsal. Otherwise, I would collapse the pole and put it away on the holder at the cart. I thought this thing was interesting, only because I usually never complaint about sitting on an apple box (I don't find them either comfortable or uncomfortable, just in between), and to see such a product designed, must mean that other people would like to sit more comfortably on apple boxes... Anyway, it sparked curiosity. Cheers, J. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ju Griz Posted October 15, 2013 Report Share Posted October 15, 2013 Add a padded seat for the boom guy to sit on between takes! $40 from Film Tools. I WANT THIS. +9001 internet points to you, my good sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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al mcguire Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 aka grip to ground adapter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Davies Amps CAS Posted March 30, 2014 Report Share Posted March 30, 2014 Add a padded seat for the boom guy to sit on between takes! $40 from Film Tools. Surely this defeats the object of the box ie to store the boom! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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