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When I bought that QuikLok Monolith I was using the P250 or P300 which are very thick keyboards. I had the Monolith chopped at a metal shop so the lowest setting would be even lower.
You might want to check out the specs for the lowest setting to be sure it would be low enough for your keyboard at a conventional height.
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I'm in the UK so sadly that limits my options.
Monolith is 99 quid from Amazon.co.uk.
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I'm in the UK so sadly that limits my options.
Monolith is 99 quid from Amazon.co.uk. Yeah that's where I'd seen it, the omegas are in the £80s, hence why it's a little more expensive. I'll try to check the height thing!
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I'll try to check the height thing!
Omega dimensions (mm)
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I'll try to check the height thing!
Omega dimensions (mm) Thanks, it seems the lowest the monolith goes is just over 66cm, I'll try to remember to check how tall my stool is etc and my current setup is tonight when I get in.
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The keyboard height is currently 66cm and that seems ok to me, so any of the stands linked should be ok in that regard.
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As Mark pointed out, K&M Omega is the best stand we ever used. Not the best to carry around, still can be taken down a bit of effort. Very stable stand, we bought from Thomann - who is a lot cheaper than UK.
There is something very satisfying about the way the K&M stands look, industrial and not cheap.
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Actually, even a double X stand would be an improvement over what you have. I found the single X design to be too flimsy when I upgraded my piano and the P105 isn't even that heavy.
Kawai ES8 Yamaha P105 Yamaha YPT220 A lack of talent does not stop you from learning piano. It just takes longer and you have to work harder.
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Here is another option. I use it for my ES8. It is very solid and reasonably priced. It gets very good reviews. I was a little concerned about it interfering with pedal access but it has not been a problem. http://www.amazon.com/Stage-KS7350-...amp;sr=1-44&keywords=on+stage+stands
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I have seen those z style stands, how do they compare in general?
I don't mind spending money if it's going to be worth it but obviously would rather spend less than more if possible! (I don't really want to spend more than £100, but I'd want something that's good and will last, don't want to have to buy another in a couple of years)
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I have seen those z style stands, how do they compare in general?
I don't mind spending money if it's going to be worth it but obviously would rather spend less than more if possible! (I don't really want to spend more than £100, but I'd want something that's good and will last, don't want to have to buy another in a couple of years) In general, and I'm not trying to push the stand I suggested, I've learned over the years, it usually pays in the long run to buy excellent quality. I bought Ortleib bike bags two years ago and they cost more €100, the most I've ever paid for bike bags ... and they are worth every penny.
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I have a Z stand for my Casio as well as a couple of the Omega stands for other (heavier) keyboards and the Omega is far more stable and well-made. All the K&M stuff tends to be much better made than other brands like On-Stage, Quik-Lok, etc. The Omega is also cool because there are accessories that let you add a second tier, sheet music holder, laptop holder, microphone, etc. They even have a red one now in case you have a Nord keyboard Having said all that, there definitely is an advantage with a stand that's made specifically for your model of keyboard and screws directly to it. For example the Roland KS-V8 for the V-piano puts the Omega to shame and the Nord Keyboard Stand EX is surprisingly sturdy considering that it looks like it should be really flimsy. But the Omega is the best stand I've seen which isn't dedicated for a specific model of keyboard. -- Steve
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I'm definitely leaning towards the Omega, and will probably get it from Thomann as it seems to be the best place from my googling so far.
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I have no long term experience with the Onstage Z stand I bought. It was recommended by someone with 30 or 40 years experience. I went with it and it is very solid. You can add a second tier if you need to. Good luck with what every you get.
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