[Black] One thing that's missing from all information about this item is that there's an extra black O ring that's included which is a replacement for a bright yellow ring already mounted on the outside of the tightening knob. I didn't know it was removable.

there's no mention of this in the product description on the B & H site, nor in the included instruction sheet or the manufacturer's web site. Nothing.


Customer service replied saying it was to replace the ring around the tightening knob. I suppose this accommodates those who find the yellow ring unacceptable.


Note that there were no instructions per se included in the factory packaging. Although it doesn't take a brain surgeon to figure it out. I'm comforted by instructions or guidance in some form.

This couldn't possibly be any more sturdy or better made. A little pricey but it's the only adapter of its kind i could find anywhere. I bought the one with the 3/8 make stud for mounting with an accessory tray on a speaker stand. There are more variations made than are available with B & H, so you can check out all the other types on the Gravity Stands website.

[.71 kg] Okay. So it does cost about 4 x what a bushing would cost. I just feel that it is a lot sturdier and works much better. If I had the need for more of these I'd buy more in a heart beat.

[Black] I was pleased with the high quality product. Great addition to any Gravity light stand.

[Black] Worked perfect for allowing attachment of 3/8 x 16 video head to my Silk tripod which came with a 1/4 x 20 ball head bolt built in.

[.71 kg] This item is very well built. The large round handle makes it easy to tighten onto a speaker mount.

[Black] I have a vintage Rolleiflex TLR with a 3/8 tripod socket. I purchased some small, stainless steel bushings, hoping I could adapt the camera for use with a modern tripod that has a 1/4 thread. The bushings protruded beyond the camera base and scratched the tripod plate. This Manfrotto adapter has a flange, which solves the problem perfectly.

[Black] I buy quality items and these two items adds very much to my equipment and very handy .
Made in Italy worth every penny you pay .
Very highly recommended

[.71 kg] This product is highly recommended to anyone wanting to add a Manfrotto ball head to any tripod. My recent purchase was exactly what was the exact fit and my Manfrotto 057 ball head mounted with no issues what so ever. I would recommend this product to any one wanting to add a ball head to a tripod no matter that manufacture.

[Black] I BUYED IT FOR THE NEED TO INSTALL A MICROPHONE IN MY TRIPOD PIXI AND IT WORKS CORRECTLY

[Black] Very solid construction. I hate light stands and wanted something to add a vertical piece of speaker pole to the M10 flypoint of a QSC PA speaker. This adapter fits that need perfectly.