[0.645 lb] The logic behind this product is pure simplicity. If you are working gigs regularly, it's easy to see how much time and fiddling you'll save by not having to thread on (and off) dozens of microphone clips per job. Plus, it will eliminate the possibility of damaging the fine 5/8-27 threads from accidental cross-threading. The hex-shaped pin prevents the microphone from spinning / loosening itself when attached horizontally to a boom arm. And Triad-Orbit was smart enough to make this work with any standard mic stand or boom -- not some proprietary hardware attachment. They provide adaptors for 3/8 European threaded stands, and a 1/4-20 threaded stud for cameras -- plus an extra set of set screws in case you lose any in the backstage darkness!

I was impressed with the high-quality packaging, and the couplers themselves seem to be manufactured to a high standard. I've never regretted buying high quality tools, and this is no exception. I'll be buying more.

[Proprietary] I love triad orbit's products. So well made and so helpful in a studio setting. Can't recommend more highly!

[Proprietary] The second review here could not be more incorrect. I mean if you're going to take the time to review something and go to the extent of weights and measurements, you might want to actually read the instructions.
The 5/8 female thread that mounts to traditional stands threads right on. And the IO-RA is the only adapter that locks down on the stand so it does not spin off. This is the hex he references. No one would be doing this at a gig. The IO-RA are loaded on stands before use and remands on the stands. It does include a female 3/8 adapter for Euro threads.
It takes absolutely no effort to push the IO head in to the IO-RA. And they have lots of different heads for mics, cameras lights and more.
What he said about mic damage is just straight out false. It's an easy one hand push. I work in LA. Warner Brothers, FOX, Capitol Records and most major rooms here have made the conversion.

Triad-Orbit release this adapter in 2012. 6 years before Gator copied it. I'm sure they will hear from Triad-Orbit about this at some point.

If you're a discerning audio engineer you should check out Triad-Orbit as they have really reinvented the mic stand category. Oh, and they work in video production just as well.

[Proprietary] If you have a need for quick disconnect - these are great. They feel very solid and snug. I am using mic stands to hold headphone amps next to stage performers for wired IEMs. I didn't want to have to spin the whole headphone amp in circles for mounting/unmounting them. So this was a perfect solution.

[Proprietary] These are what I needed to use a couple of mike stands to support small secondary video camera. I like to have a second video camera running, even when I'm video along. These are useful when I don't want use a second large tripod.

[Proprietary] Little adapter that will let you mount your iPhone (with a bracket and some other little adapters of course) on a mic stand. No problems thus far.

[Proprietary] All the Triad Orbit products are very high quality, I would not hesitate to buy anything from them. This is a solid clamp.

[0.645 lb] It's a pretty simple product, but it works very well. I like the knurling - very comfortable and grips well.

[Proprietary] I provide sound for a variety of bands, and these quick-release couplers save a lot of time. They are very well built and provide a solid, tight fitting between the mic and stand. They add a couple of inches to the stand (or boom), but so far this hasn't presented any problems; in fact, the slightly longer booms come in handy from time to time when you need a little extra reach (like rigging vocals for a grand piano).
It would be nice if the separately available mounting heads (IO-H) were also available in a lower-priced multipack. Purchased individually they cost 75% of the entire assembly.

[0.645 lb] Great product. The item weighs heavier than expected. Do take note it adds quite abit of extra length, about 2 inches or so. Otherwise feels rugged and seems like it will last.