From sevush@rcn.com Mon Dec 31 10:27:55 2001
Subject:stupid stand tricks

I've got a Yamaha S80 and the new Korg CX3 and I thought I'd share some of
the solutions and problems I've come across trying to use the two. Since the
CX3 has its own unique dimensions, I thought this might be of interest to
some in this group, as there's been some talk about stands, solutions, etc.

I've used a QuicLok Z726L stand at home
(http://zzounds.com/love.music?p=p.QLKZ726L) and really like the
flexibility, the leg room and the strength. I don't travel with it because
it takes a while to setup/teardown and is quite large and bulky.

I have thought about using the WS550
(http://zzounds.com/love.music?p=p.QLKWS550) because it's so flexible,
leaves leg room and can use the same upper tiers I'm using on my Z726
stand - very adjustable, very stable. Before I threw more cash at the
problem, I decided to work with what I've got already.

#1: Use the pair of Mackie SRM450s I have and lay the S80 across them. Not
the best for all situations because of the speaker placement but certainly
reasonable for practices and solo gigs. Lots of leg room and the "stand" is
based on speakers I already bring. This only works for one keyboard. But I
liked the simplicity.

#2: Use an old keyboard stand I had for the S80
(http://zzounds.com/love.music?p=p.KAMKKS100) and then place the CX3 on an X
stand behind it. Adjust the height of the S80 stand so the CX3 just hangs
over it and keeps the keyboards in closer proximity than using tiers on my X
stand. This leaves lots of leg room, is very stable and even allows me to
place other gear on the 6" space on the CX3. Disadvantage: two heavy stands
to lug.

I'll also add that I use a RokSok drummers throne so I can have more
adjustment for my sitting position. I tend to sit high so that standing is
very easy (assuming I don't have to use the volume pedal much, if I do, I
lean on the seat).

Hope everyone has a great new year!