Unicorn Films offers a Boom Rod with Stand for fast, clean overhead and off-axis placement of compact lights and modifiers while keeping hardware out of frame. The boom arm mounts to the stand via the industry-standard 5/8-inch (16mm) baby interface, making it directly compatible with most COB LEDs, strobes, and small softboxes or reflectors.
The included grip head provides secure tilt and rotation control so angles can be set precisely and locked. For safe overhead use, a counterweight on the short end of the boom balances the fixture, and sandbags on the stand legs add redundancy. Align one stand leg under the boom, keep the boom slightly angled upward for balance, and never leave the rig unattended when positioned over subjects or tabletop sets.
This kit is a lighter, quicker alternative to a full C-stand and large boom for modest payloads. It excels at hair/rim lighting to separate talent from background, top-down flat lays, product lighting, and background accent hits on interviews, portraits, and e-commerce shoots. For heavier fixtures, larger modifiers, or longer reach, step up to a dedicated heavy-duty boom or C-stand/combo stand rated for the required load and leverage.
Rent the Boom Rod with Stand from Unicorn Films to add clean, overhead, and off-axis lighting options with a compact, production-ready kit that deploys quickly on interviews, portraits, tabletop, and e-commerce sets.
| Feature | Specification | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Standard | 5/8-inch (16mm) baby pin/receiver | Works with most lights and grip accessories |
| Boom Length | Approx. 90–120 cm; 4 ft class options common | Practical reach for overhead and product work |
| Angle Control | Grip head (pivot/locking) | Secure, precise positioning |
| Recommended Payload | Compact LED/strobe + small modifier | Optimized for lighter fixtures |
| Counterbalance | Weight bag or plate on short end | Balanced, tip-resistant operation |
| Stand Stability | Sandbag legs; align a leg under boom | Safer overhead setups |
| Primary Uses | Hair/rim, flat lay, background accent | Keeps hardware out of frame |
Compact COB LEDs, speedlights, or small strobes with lightweight modifiers; reduce payload at longer extensions.
Yes mount a counterweight on the short end and sandbag the stand legs; align one leg under the boom for stability.
Most Bowens/COB lights mount via their yoke to a 5/8-inch pin/receiver; adapters are available if needed.
Use heavier-duty solutions for larger fixtures, bigger modifiers, or longer reach beyond a baby boom’s safe capacity.
Keep the boom slightly angled upward, lock tilt in the grip head, add counterweight and leg sandbags, and never leave overhead rigs unattended.
