Project studios, musicians, and producers in need of simple, yet effective platform to hold necessities like a controller, drum machine, or a headphone amplifier will appreciate the Auray MSP-9, a handy studio accessory that turns a mic stand into a sturdy 9 × 9" utility tray. Great for pro and home recording studios, this solid steel accessory is made with an industry-standard 5/8-27 adapter that’s compatible with most mic stand threaded tops. Just screw it on for solid support of up to 15 lb of gear like monitors, lights, and even small laptops. The tray comes with thick EVA foam pads that prevent your gear from slipping and eliminate vibrations that can interrupt a recording.

Compatible with Mic Stands    9 x 9" Platform    15 lb Load Capacity    Thick EVA Foam Pads    Sturdy Steel Construction    5/8-27 Threaded Adapter    Black Powder Coat Finish

Whatever you need when you're standing behind the microphone, whether it's a monitor for cueing lyrics, a headphone amp, or even a glass of water, just set up a mic stand and screw on the MSP-9. And it's not just for small necessities. The stand will hold controllers, mixers, and lights up to 15 lb.

The 9 × 9" steel tray is large and sturdy enough to hold up to 15 lb of gear, yet it's small enough to be unobtrusive, so it won't get in the way when you're working. It even features black powder coating finish, so if you're shooting a video of the session, it won't reflect light back into the camera lens.

The tray will work with practically any mic stand you'll find in the studio. The industry-standard 5/8-27 adapter is compatible with most mic stand top threads, and it easily screws on and turns a mic stand into a convenient utility table.

This utility tray is meant to hold more than tissues and a glass of water. The 15 lb capacity is sturdy and strong enough to hold larger pieces of gear like monitors, DJ controllers, laptops, lights, and mixers.

The tray comes with thick EVA foam pads that prevent your gear from slipping off the surface. They also prevent vibrations from gear like speakers and controllers from being picked up by your microphone.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How do I know what mics this stand will work with? Specifically wondering if it will work with my audio technica shotgun mic?

A: There is a universally accepted standard thread on it. You can use any microphone with its screw to fit in it. Your Audio Technica would supply you with a threaded screw mount along with an adapter in case the main mounting is bigger in diameter.

Q: 2. Can the arm of this stand be removed so that I can hold it myself? I would like to be able to choose whether the arm is mounted on the stand or handheld, but I can't quite tell from the photos and description of this stand if that's possible. Thank you!

A: The boom arm on the Auray MS-5230T is removable.

Q: 3. Are any wheels available?

A: Casters or wheels are not available.

Q: 4. Made in?

A: Made in China

Q: 5. Can a Rode Video Mic Pro be directly attached to the boom pole?

A: You would need a 3/8'' male to 5/8'' female adapter to be able to do that, like B&H # AUAD5838B for example.

Q: 6. microphone holder?

A: B&H # QUMP892 is universal mic clip that should fit most handheld mics.

Q: 7. Could I mount a K&M 23550 Adjustable Microphone Bar on top of this in place of the boom if I wanted to use a stereo mic configuration?

A: Yes, the K&M 23550 bar would fit onto the Auray MS-5230F Tripod Microphone Stand.

Q: 8. How big is the tray its self?

A: 8.5 x 8.5 inches

Q: 9. Can I hook up a pop filter to this stand?

A: I use it with a boom mic for close sit-down interviews so I would think a pop filter would not be a problem since it is lighter.

Q: 10. What's the maximum weight it can hold?

A: While there is no specified maximum weight, in general we would recommend keeping the weight of a mic on this stand, without a counterweight, at around 1.5lbs.