MUSIC STANDS

Contents
Contents
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The Opera Stand Opera Stand Lights Connection and control options for lights Radio DMX Control System The Concert Stand The Performer Stand The Jazz Stand The Scherzo Stand Clip Lights (mains powered) Clip Lights (low voltage and battery powered) Conductors Stands and Rostrum The Grand Opera Conductors Stand and Rostrum The Acoustic Screen Accessories Stage3 System

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The

Opera

Stand

The Opera stand is unique. It was designed from the ground up as an illuminated music stand. The advantage this gives it is that every lamp is designed specifically to work with the music stand. The lamp is held at the right distance from the music tray, and yet is fully adjustable. The light output is carefully controlled so that it falls on the score and nowhere else. The cable is fully managed all the way down to the ground. Storage is provided for excess cable. And the weight, rigidity and centre of gravity of the music stand are matched to the requirements that a music stand light imposes. Super-tough black nylon coating makes the stand a pleasure to touch and, unlike other coatings, never chips. The solid base gives added stability. Rubber feet ensure 3-point contact on uneven surfaces whilst protecting your floor and preventing clatter. Opera stands nest, with or without lamps, for compact storage.

The special mounting socket enables the lamp to be easily removed in seconds.

The Opera stand is great for musicians - they can swing their legs without kicking the stem.

Storage hooks eliminate excess cable trailing around the floor.

The Opera stand trolley

Constant friction is maintained by powerful springs in the friction joints of the tray and lamp which means they stay automatically at whatever angle you place them - there are no knobs to fiddle with or lose, and they will never go slack. The Opera stand is available with a choice of trays: Classic, formed from welded steel rods and coated in nylon. ABS, formed from solid black polymer. Wood, formed in one piece from natural birch and stained to the colour of your choice (made to order and subject to a minimum quantity).
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The Opera stand trolley carries up to 22 stands. It has integral locking bars, 2 fixed and 2 swivel castors for easy steering, and is coated in tough scratch resistant epoxy. Opera trolley specification For Opera: LxW 173 x 63 cm (68 x 25) Weight 25 kg (55 lb) For Grand Opera ask for details Product code: Opera Trolley 59Q1 Grand Opera Trolley 59Q4

Lights and accessories

See page 6 for Opera stand lights, and page 31for accessories.

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The Opera stand

The Grand Opera stand

Opera stand specification Weight of stand with Classic tray without lamp 5.9kg (13lb) Weight of stand with Classic tray and mains voltage LEDlight (as illustrated) 6.7kg (15lb) Height measured from floor to lower edge of score adjustable between 62 and 127cm (24 and 50) Tray size 44 x 37cm (17 x 14) Product code: with Classic tray: 52Q1 with wood tray: 52Q2 with ABS tray 52Q3

Grand Opera stand specification Weight of stand with ABS tray without lamp 14.5kg (32lb) Weight of stand with ABS tray and mains voltage LEDlight (as illustrated) 15.2kg (33lb) Height measured from floor to lower edge of score adjustable between 65 and 143cm (25 and 56) Tray sizes standard 55 x 36cm (22 x 14) optional 60 x 36cm (24 14) Product code: with Classic tray: 53Q1 with wood tray 53Q2 with 55cm ABS tray: 53Q3 with 60cm ABS tray: 55Q4
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The

Opera

Lights

The Opera stand was designed from the ground up as an illuminated stand and the advantage this gives is that every opera stand lamp works specifically with the stand, and the cable is managed all the way down to the ground. We offer a range of fully adjustable lights to fit the Opera stand all of which are interchangeable with one another.

All Opera stand lights are interchangeable with one another and backward compatible with older Opera stands. Just slacken the Allen key at the back of the tray, remove the old light, and fit the new one. As an option, a thumb screw can be fitted to enable this to be done without the need for an Allen key.

The Twin HaloLight

Single HaloLight

The HaloLight is designed to throw the maximum amount of light on the score, with the least possible spillage. Uses a mains voltage 25W tungsten halogen bulb commonly available from RAT Music Stands and electrical stores. Precision curved reflector gives excellent illumination with little light spillage. Double insulated for safety. Very slim housing does not obstruct view of conductor. A coiled cable from the lamp to ground level enables the stand height to be adjusted without detaching the cable from its hook at the base of the stand. Straight cable from the base of the stand reaches a further 3m. Product code: 62Q1
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No musician has ever said the Twin HaloClip Light is not bright enough, and yet the superb cut off ensures that the light falls on the music score and nowhere else. The slim housing allows the musician the best possible view of the conductor. The halogen bulbs produce white light and have a very long life. Uses two low voltage 10 or 20W tungsten halogen bulbs commonly available from RAT Music Stands and electrical stores. Low voltage bulbs give even better light control than the mains voltage bulbs, have a longer life and lower replacement costs. Externally dimmable electronic transformer is built into the housing. Precision curved reflectors and special light guide give excellent illumination with minimum light spillage Double insulated for safety. Very slim housing does not obstruct the musician's view of the conductor. A coiled cable from the lamp to ground level enables the stand height to be adjusted without detaching the cable from its hook at the base of the stand. Straight cable from the base of the stand reaches a further 3m. Product code: 62Q2

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The LEDlight

The best lamp on any music stand, anywhere! Six of the latest high powered LEDs give very bright and even illumination of the score with less light spillage than any other light we know of. The finger-slim aluminium housing allows the musician the best possible view of the conductor. Warm white LEDs with a colour temperature of 3000K provide light which is relaxing for the professional musician yet make for easy reading of yellowed scores, without the tiring effect of the more common cold white LEDs.

LEDs are virtually indestructible and never wear out, so you will never again have to change a bulb in the middle of a performance. Over the lifetime of the product lower electricity bills and the absence of bulb replacements costs will easily repay your initial investment in this state of the art music stand light. Available in mains powered or 24V versions. The mains voltage version plugs directly into the mains without the need for a power supply, and can be dimmed just like any ordinary incandescent light. Mains voltage version is double insulated for safety. Very slim housing does not obstruct the musician's view of the conductor. A coiled cable from the lamp to ground level enables the stand height to be adjusted without detaching the cable from its hook at the base of the stand. See below for connection and control options for the LEDlight range.

Connection and control options for mains voltage lights

Product code: 24V LEDlight Mains voltage LEDlight

73Q8 73Q82

Mains voltage options

3m straight cable mains plug 120/230V All the mains voltage lights above (Single HaloLight, Twin HaloLight, Mains voltage LEDlight) can be plugged directly into the mains sockets in the venue, and dimmed by dimming the mains supply. Opera stand lights are fitted as standard with coiled cable reaching to floor level, and 3m of further straight cable terminating in a standard mains plug. Clip-on lights (page 22) are fitted with a total of 3m of straight cable terminating in a standard mains plug.

IEC Daisychaining System

As an option, any of these lights can be ordered with the IEC daisychaining system. It connects adjacent stands using standard IEC extension cables. The IEC junction box locks rigidly to the base of the stem, and is easily removed when the stand is required without the light. The hook at the base of the stem of the Opera stand helps to tidy the cables and locking IEC cables ensure that the plugs cannot be accidentally pulled out by tripping over the flex. Product code: product code of light + IDS
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IEC junction box IEC cable with mains plug

IEC extension cables

120/230V

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Connection and control options for 24V LEDlights

The 24V LEDlight has the following advantages over the mains version: Inherent safety of a low voltage supply The great flexibility offered by a mixture of different power supplies; for example using battery power for outdoor events or on stage, and connected supply for the orchestra pit. It is possible to control each stand individually by DMX without having to have different electrical circuits. The 24V LEDlight is fitted with a coiled cable descending to ground level where it terminates in a 3 pin XLR plug. All of the following options are available for connecting and controlling 24V LEDlights.

1) If you already have a 24V supply

The 24V LEDlights can be connected directly to a 24V DC supply. Brightness of the light is fixed. Alternatively the DMX Radio Control System can be fitted to each light (see page 10) giving independent dimming control of every light.

2) If you want to connect to the mains supply

optional radio control

Plug top mains adaptor

A low cost solution for small numbers of stands One adaptor is required for each light. Each adaptor plugs straight into the mains supply. and comes with 2m of cable terminating in an XLR socket. The plug top adaptor cannot be dimmed by dimming the mains supply, but this arrangement is compatible with radio control (see page 10) giving independent dimming control of every light. Product code: Plug top mains adaptor 74Q1

Plug-top mains adaptor with cable 90-250V

optional radio control

Mains transformer and XLR Daisychaining System

The transformer plugs straight into the mains, and has a short output lead with a trailing XLR socket. An XLR Daisychaining box locks to the base of each stand and connects one stand to the next in a daisychain. Up to 17 daisychained LEDlights can be powere by one transformer. Each XLR Daisychaining box comes complete with 2m of integral cable. Ideal for use with radio control (see page 10) giving independent dimming control of every light. Product code: Mains transformer 74Q36 XLR Daisychaining box 74Q31

24V 240V

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optional radio control

DMX-PSU and XLR Daisychaining System

The neatest and most rugged mains powered solution. The PSU connects to the mains supply by an IEC cable. An IEC outlet enables multiple PSUs to be linked. Two outlet sockets enable two separate daisychains, with a total of up to 17 lights, to be plugged into one PSU. Each PSU has its own DMX address, so all stands connected to a given PSU are dimmed together. If you want to control two groups of stands separately, just add another DMX-PSU. Product code: DMX-PSU 74Q37

24V DMX 240V

3) If you want cordless operation

optional radio control

Rechargeable batteries
Choice of removable battery packs giving 5 or 9 hours of continuous light between charges. Higher capacity batteries can be made to order. The NiMh batteries have higher capacity and longer life than NiCad batteries. Batteries can be recharged using the single fast charger, or the charging station which charges up to 10 batteries simultaneously. Batteries are recharged in about half the time for which they have been used. Ideal for use with radio control (see page 10) giving independent control of every light.

removable battery pack

Product codes: 5 hour NiMh battery pack 9 hour NiMh battery pack Fast charger for single batteries Charging station for 10 batteries

74Q45 74Q46 74Q55 74Q5 9

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Radio DMX

system

The RAT Radio system enables various types of electrical device to be controlled from the lighting desk as though they were hard wired to it by DMX cables, but without the cables. One transmitter must be connected to the lighting desk; there is no limit to the number of devices that can be controlled from one transmitter, provided they are within range of it. Additional transmitters can be deployed to increase the range of radio coverage. The system operates at a fixed frequency within the 2.4GHz band. Within this band a choice of frequencies enables transmitters to be set at different frequencies from each other and from other equipment in the same venue.

Radio DMX Transmitter

Can be powered by its own built-in battery or from a supplied mains adaptor. Has two operating modes: Local and DMX Control. Local mode is ideal for use on location, or out of doors, where no lighting desk is available. All DMX channels are controlled according to the brightness knob on the transmitter, so no DMX input is required, and using the built in battery enables the transmitter to be totally cordless. DMX Control mode requires a DMX input signal, which is then broadcast in its entirety. All DMX Radio Receivers will then be controlled according to their set address. Product code: Radio DMX Transmitter 40Q21 Radio DMX Transmitter/Repeater 40Q22

Radio Controlled LEDlight

The RAT 24V LEDlight and LEDclip light can be fitted with built in RAT Radio receivers. This enables them to be individually controlled from the lighting desk exactly as if they were hard wired to it via a dimmer. Three position switch enables the radio control to be overridden to ON or OFF. Each stand can be given its own unique address or can share its address with any number of stands in a group. Radio control gives equispaced control of the light output from fully off to fully on in 255 steps. The battery condition monitor shows when the battery is nearly exhausted, and in this condition limits light brightness to 30% in order to extend the available working time of the battery. Product code: product code of light + RX 10

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Radio Controlled DC Socket

The Radio Controlled DC Socket comprises a compact and durable box fitted with a 3 pin XLR socket outlet and a trailing lead with a 3 pin XLR plug. When the plug is connected to any DC power supply (such as RATs standard 24V battery pack) the socket outlet becomes a radio controlled variable voltage socket. The effective voltage is determined by the DMX level set at the lighting desk and sent wirelessly via the Radio DMX Transmitter. The three position switch enables the radio control to be overridden to ON or OFF. Each pack can be given its own unique address or can share its address with any number of receivers in a group. The radio gives pulse width modulated control of the output from the socket in 255 steps from fully off to fully on. The battery condition monitor shows when the battery is nearly exhausted, and limits light brightness to 30% in order to extend the available working time of the battery. The standard voltage is 24V, but other voltage outputs can be made to order. Product code: 40Q11-24

DMX Radio Bridge receiver

The Radio DMX Bridge Receiver comprises a compact and durable box fitted with a 5 pin XLR socket. It reproduces at the socket whatever DMX signal is fed into the transmitter. It can therefore be used to control any device with a DMX input, without the need for a DMX cable linked to the lighting desk. The battery powered version is recharged by connecting to a plug top charger. Thus it has absolutely no other external connections just connect it to DMX input of the device you want to control The pass-through versions derive their power from the same supply as the device to be controlled. Trailing mains leads enable any style of plug and socket to be fitted. Available as standard with IEC plug and socket, (as shown) or UK plug and socket. Mains and low voltage versions are available. Product code: Battery powered Battery pass through Mains pass-through Mains pass through 40Q31 40Q32 40Q33IEC 40Q33UK 11

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The

Concert

Stand

A classic stand designed in contemporary style, the Concert stands combination of slender metal stem and natural wood tray perfectly complements the appearance of a modern or historic concert hall. The tray is formed in one piece from natural birch and lacquered to the colour of beech. Trays can be custom stained to match your concert hall. Friction locks automatically hold the tray at whatever angle you set. There are no knobs to fiddle with or lose, and it will never go slack. The heavy-gauge steel stem is very strong and rigid. This stand doesnt sway, and yet can be adjusted smoothly and easily to the desired height, where it stays automatically. The stem is coated in tough, scratch resistant epoxy. The base is made from tubular steel for strength and rigidity without excess weight. Rubber feet preserve your floor and prevent clatter if the stand in knocked. The base is coated in black nylon for ultimate durability. The tray is available with a doublelip which provides space for storing pencils and small instruments. The lip is lined with foam rubber to protect instruments and eliminate noise.

Stands nest for compact storage.

Customisation
The Concert stand can be customised to your requirements. Options include specially stained trays to match your auditorium, your logo on the back of the tray, custom tray sizes, and our Classic tray made of nylon coated steel rods.

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The Concert Pro stand

The Concert Pro stand has a thumb screw for height locking and its base is made of solid steel for extra stability.

Concert Stand specification Height measured from floor to lower edge of score adjustable between Single lip tray: 71 and 140cm (28 and 55) Double lip tray: 76 and 145cm (30 and 57) Tray size excluding extra lip 50 x 33cm (20 x 13) Optional tray size 60 x 33cm (24 x 13) Weight of Concert stand 3.7kg (8lb 2oz), Weight of Concert Pro stand 5.5kg (12lb 2oz) Product code:with 49cm wood tray 60Q3 49cm tray with double lip 60Q4 60cm tray with double lip 60Q5 with Pro stem and base .....P

Lights and accessories

See page 22 for music stand lights, and page 31 for accessories.

The Concert stand trolley

The Concert stand trolley carries up to 18 stands. It has 2 fixed and 2 swivel castors for easy steering, and is coated in tough scratch resistant epoxy. Concert trolley specification LxW 173 x 45 cm (68 x 18) Weight 13 kg (28 lb) Product code: 59Q2

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The

Performer

Stand

What every school needs is an unbreakable stand, which nests for compact storage and which has no knobs to fiddle with or get lost. The performer delivers this and more, with rubber feet to protect the floor, an extra lip on the music tray for pencils and erasers and a base designed to enable stands to nest next to each other for compact storage. An extremely tough and scratch resistant epoxy coating makes this stand enormously durable. The injection moulded tray is virtually unbreakable; if bent, it springs back. The tray is made of a polymer which does not ring when knocked. It has smoothly rounded edges all over - safe to handle and kind to your instruments.

The tray has an additional shelf for pencils and small instruments. Friction locks automatically hold the tray at whatever angle you set. There are no knobs to fiddle with or lose, and it will never go slack.

The heavy-gauge steel stem is very strong and rigid. This stand doesnt sway, and yet can be adjusted smoothly and easily to the desired height, where it stays automatically.

The base is made from tubular steel for strength and rigidity without excess weight. Rubber feet preserve your floor and prevent clatter if the stand is knocked.

Stands nest for compact storage.

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At 72cm (28) the closed height is almost 25% less than comparable stands, so you can store P e r f o r m e r s ta n d s where others wont fit, such as on shelves or under worktops.

Performer Stand specification Height of tray measured from the floor to the bottom of the music, adjustable between 73 and 133cm (28 and 52) tray size excluding pencil shelf area 51 x 32cm (20 x 12) weight of stand 2.9kg (6lb 6oz) Product code: 80Q1

Lights and accessories

See page 22 for music stand lights, and page 31 for accessories.

The Performer stand trolley

The Performer stand trolley carries up to 18 stands. It has 2 fixed and 2 swivel castors for easy steering, and is coated in tough scratch resistant epoxy. Performer trolley specification LxW 173 x 45 cm (68 x 18) Weight 13 kg (28 lb) Product code: 59Q2

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The

Jazz

Stand

The Jazz stand is a professional quality music stand with a full range of height adjustment, industry standard stability and a full size music tray with pencil shelf. And yet, as a result of its unique design it unfolds in three easy moves from a flat pack no larger than the size of the tray. It does this with no knobs, no finger traps and no hassle; just three easy moves.

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When unfolded, the Jazz stand is adjusted by raising or lowering it to the desired height and leaving it there. Its friction joints ensure that it stays at the right height. The anodized aluminium stem is very strong, rigid and light. This stand doesnt sway, and yet can be adjusted smoothly and easily.

The Jazz stand can be unfolded with its base reversed to enable it to get right up to the chair of the player in front.

The injection moulded tray is virtually unbreakable; if bent, it springs back. The tray is made of a polymer which does not ring when knocked. It has smoothly rounded edges all over - safe to handle and kind to your instruments.

The Jazz stand goes high enough for the trumpeter, yet low enough for the youngest cellist. The Jazz Stands reversible legs enable it to be used as a portable conductors stand.

The tray has an additional shelf for pencils and small instruments. Friction locks automatically hold the tray at whatever angle you set. There are no knobs to fiddle with or lose, and it will never go slack.

Diecast aluminium legs with supertough scratch resistant epoxy coating give enormous strength with low weight. Rubber feet preserve your floor and prevent clatter if the stand is knocked.

When folded, Jazz stands interlock to form an orderly pile

Jazz stands nest next to each other when standing.

Jazz Stand specification Height measured from floor to lower edge of score adjustable between 40 and 120cm (16 and 47) Tray size excluding pencil shelf area 51 x 32cm (20 x 12) Weight 2.8kg (6lb 2oz) Size when folded 51 x 38 x 5cm (20 x 15 x 2) Product code: 69Q1

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Jazz Stand Gig Bag

Jazz Stand trolley

The Gig Bag holds a Jazz stand and, in a separate compartment, your music and accessories. L x W x Thickness 51 x 40 x 6 cm (20 x 16 x 2) Product code: 69Q2 The trolley holds 24 Jazz stands. It is nylon coated for ultimate durability. Jazz stand trolley specification LxWxH 61 x 57 x 127 (24 x 22 x 50) Weight 15 kg (33 lb) Product code: 69Q7

Jazz Stand flight cases

Flight cases hold 6 or 24 Jazz stands. The larger case is fitted with castors. 6 stand flight case specification LxWxH 56 x 44 x 33 cm (22 x 17 x 13) Weight approximately 12 kg (26 lb) 24 stand flight case specification LxWxH 89 x 57 x 67 cm (35 x 22 x 26) Weight approximately 35 kg (77 lb) Product code:for 6 stands 69Q3 for 24 stands 69Q4
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Lights and accessories

See page 22 for music stand lights, and page 31 for accessories.

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The

Scherzo

Stand

The Scherzo stand is a high quality, super-lightweight folding music stand. Being made of aluminium it weighs little more than half as much as other folding music stands of this type.

High quality joints make the Scherzo stand a pleasure to fold and unfold and it has a precise and positive locking button for adjusting the angle of the tray.

The Scherzo stand comes complete with a nylon carrying bag

Lights

The GigLight is ideal for this stand. See page 25 for details.

Scherzo Stand specification Weight of stand: without bag 0.68kg (1 lb 7oz) with bag 0.85kg (1 lb 13oz) Height measured from floor to lower edge of score adjustable between 49 and 120 cm (19" and 47") Tray size 46 x 29 cm (18" x 11.5") Bag size with stand inside 68 x 12 x 7 cm (19 1/2" x 4" x 2 1/2") Product code: 82Q1

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Mains powered

Lights

Our Clip Lights are fitted with a powerful spring clip which enables the light to fit almost any make of stand. A unique design feature enables the clip to grip firmly on any thickness of tray, and yet to be removed simply by squeezing the clip. All mains powered lamps are fitted with 3m of mains cable with an inline switch, and universal cable clips to enable the cable to be neatly attached to the stem of any stand.

The Single HaloClip Light

The Twin HaloClip Light

The Single HaloClip Light is designed to throw the maximum amount of light on the score, with the least possible spillage. Uses a mains voltage 25W tungsten halogen bulb commonly available from RAT Music Stands and electrical stores. Precision curved reflector gives excellent illumination with little light spillage. Double insulated for safety. Very slim housing does not obstruct view of conductor. Includes 3m of cable with an inline switch. Product code: 72Q1

No musician has ever said the Twin HaloClip Light is not bright enough, and yet the superb cut off ensures that the light falls on the music score and nowhere else. The slim housing allows the musician the best possible view of the conductor. The halogen bulbs produce white light and have a very long life. Uses two low voltage 10 or 20W tungsten halogen bulbs commonly available from RAT Music Stands and electrical stores. Low voltage bulbs give even better light control than the mains voltage bulbs, have a longer life and lower replacement costs. Externally dimmable electronic transformer is built into the housing. Precision curved reflectors and special light guide give excellent illumination with minimum light spillage. Double insulated for safety. Very slim housing does not obstruct the musician's view of the conductor. Includes 3m of cable with an inline switch. Product code: 72Q2

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Mains or battery

Lights

The LEDclip light

The best lamp on any music stand, anywhere! Six of the latest high powered LEDs give very bright and even illumination of the score with less light spillage than any other light we know of. The finger-slim aluminium housing allows the musician the best possible view of the conductor. Warm white LEDs with a colour temperature of 3000K provide light which is relaxing for the professional musician yet make for easy reading of yellowed scores, without the tiring effect of the more common cold white LEDs. LEDs are virtually indestructible and never wear out, so you will never again have to change a bulb in the middle of a performance. Over the lifetime of the product lower electricity bills and the absence of bulb replacements costs will easily repay your initial investment in this state of the art music stand light. Very slim housing does not obstruct the musician's view of the conductor. Available in mains powered or 24V versions. The mains voltage version plugs directly into the mains without the need for a power supply, and can be dimmed just like any ordinary incandescent light. The 24V version can be powered from the mains or by battery, with optional radio control. See pages 7 to 10 for full details. The mains voltage version is double insulated for safety. The mains voltage version includes 3m of straight cable with an inline switch. The 24V version includes a coiled cable to ground level. Product code: 24V LEDclip light Mains voltage LEDclip 73Q7 73Q72

See pages 7 - 10 for connection and control options for Clip-on lights.

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Mains or battery

Lights

The double width LEDclip Lights

Suitable for conductors stands and pianos. Product code: 24V Double LEDclip 73Q5 Mains Double LEDclip 73Q52

DMX Radio Control

(24V lights only)

See pages 7 - 10 for connection and control options for Clip-on lights.
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Optional DMX radio control enables each stand to be allocated a DMX address and then controlled and dimmed by radio signals from a transmitter connected to the lighting control desk. Each stand can have its own address, or can share the same address as a group of other stands. See pages 10 & 11 for details.

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Battery powered
The GigLight

Lights

The GigLight is the perfect partner to the Scherzo stand. Designed from the start as a music light, the GigLight does actually light a whole score (unlike lights derived from book reading lights, which do not have a big enough reach). The 4 supplied AA batteries will power the light for over 8 hours, and the GigLight can also operate from the optional mains adaptor. The high powered LED light source has a rated life of 50,000 hours, and is impervious to shocks. The Super GigLight has an even brighter LED.

The GigLight folds into a compact shape that fits in your pocket or into its own lightweight pouch available separately. Product code:GigLight 83Q1 Super GigLight 83Q3 Mains adaptor 83Q2

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The

Conductor s

Stands

The Concert Conductor's Stand

Double width LEDclip Light

Suitable for the Concert Conductors stand. See pages 23 & 24 for full details of all lights.

The Conductors Rostrum

The Stage3 conductors podium measures 1m square, and can be set at any height by changing the legs. Skirts and handrails are optional. Full details of the Stage3 system are available separately.

The Concert Conductors stand is ideal for performances in lit venues, using all but the largest scores. Its design matches that of the Concert stand described on page 7. The tray has a double lip with a foam rubber lined area for pencils and batons. The tray is formed in one piece from natural birch and lacquered to the colour of beech. The stem is coated in tough scratch resistant epoxy, and the base is coated in nylon for ultimate durability. The base is made from solid steel for extra stability. A thumb screw positively locks the tray at the desired height.

The Jazz Stand

Concert Conductors stand specification Tray size excluding pencil tray area 65cm wide x 45cm (25.5" x 17.5") Height to mid point of tray adjustable from 84cm to 156cm (33" - 61") Weight 6.0 kg (13 lb) Product code: 60Q6P
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The Jazz stand can be unfolded with its base pointing away from the user. It then makes a unique portable conductor's stand. For full details see the Jazz Stand section on pages 18 - 20. Product code: 69Q2

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The Opera Conductor's Stand

The Opera conductors stand has a tray large enough for the biggest opera score. Its elegant, minimalist design and very slim lamp ensure that the musicians get the best possible view of the conductor. The lamp can be removed if not required. And its powerful light is carefully controlled to avoid dazzling the audience. The whole stand is nylon coated for ultimate durability.

Opera Conductors Lights

The Quad HaloLight is a double width version of the Twin HaloLight detailed on page 6. The Double width LEDlight is a double width version of the LEDlight detailed on page 7. Opera Conductors Stand Specification Tray size 90cm wide x 50cm (35" x 19.5") deep Available with Classic or wood tray Height to mid point of tray adjustable from 81cm to 135cm (32"-53") Weight without lamp 13 kg (29 lb) with lamp 16 kg (35 lb) Product codes: Opera Conductors stand, Classic tray 57Q1 Opera Conductors stand, wood tray 57Q2 Quad HaloLight 62Q4 Double width LEDlight, mains voltage 73Q62 Double width LEDlight, 24V 73Q6 See pages 7-11 for LEDlight connection and control options.

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The

Grand Opera

Conductors Stand

This stand is designed for semi-permanent installation in the orchestra pit of large opera houses. The tray width is adjustable. The lights are adjustable for height, reach and angle. The very slim LEDlights give the musicians an uninterrupted view of the conductor. The extra lights at the sides of the tray give even and very bright illumination of the score. Light reflected off the white tray also helps to illuminate the maestro. Electric height adjustment puts control at the maestros fingertips. A digital display shows the current height, and up to 6 heights can be stored in memory. In-built digital clock. Articulated accessory tray for personal items The base has wheels and adjustable feet to facilitate moving. Second shelf for storage of scores. Rubber lined recesses all round the main tray for pencils and batons.

Grand Opera Conductors Stand Specification Weight approximately 80kg Tray width adjustable from 66 to 90cm (26 to 35.4) Tray depth 62cm (24.5") Electric height adjustment from 111 to 179 cm (44 to 70) Other height ranges to order Design can be tailored to customers specification Product code: 84Q1
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The

Grand Opera

Conductors Rostrum

The Grand Opera Conductor's Rostrum is electrically controlled by a foot switch operated by the conductor. It has a non-slip platform surface and adjustable feet and castors to facilitate moving.

Grand Opera Conductors Rostrum Specification Electric height adjustment from 73cm to 140cm (28.5 to 55) Other height ranges to order Platform area 99cm x 99cm (39 x 39) Optional back rail available Product code:Rostrum without rail 85Q1 Back rail 85Q2

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The

Acoustic

Screen

The RAT acoustic screen is designed to deflect the sound waves away from the ears of the player immediately in front of it.

Transparent baffle presents minimum obstruction of sight lines. The heavy-gauge steel stem is very strong and rigid. This stand doesnt sway, and yet can be adjusted smoothly and easily to the desired height, where it stays automatically. The stem is coated in tough, scratch resistant epoxy.

The base is made from tubular steel for strength and rigidity without excess weight. Rubber feet preserve your floor and prevent clatter if the stand in knocked. The base is coated in black nylon for ultimate durability. A cloth cover is available to protect the transparent baffle when the screen is not in use. Screens nest for compact storage.

Acoustic Screen Specification Height of baffle measured to its mid point adjustable from 85 to 155 cm (33"-61") Size of baffle 51cm wide x 43cm high (20" x 17") Weight 3.9kg (8lb 9oz) Optional baffle size for percussionist 63cm wide x 90cm high (25" x 35") Product code:Acoustic screen Protective cover Percussionist's screen
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65Q1 65Q21 65Q4

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Accessories
Instrument Holders Instrument shelf

A range of attachments which clamp to the stem of the Opera, Concert and Performer stands. Nylon coated to protect the instruments and for ultimate durability. Product code: Trumpet Holder 56Q12 Mute Holder 56Q14 Triangle Holder 56Q13 Violin Holder 56Q11

A foam rubber lined tray which clamps rigidly to the stem of the Opera, Concert and Performer stands. Nylon coated for ultimate durability. Dimensions 37cm wide x 12cm deep (14 x 5) Product code: for Opera Stand 56Q8 for Concert & Performer 56Q9

Pencil tray Microphone Boom

A strong spring clip with rubber pad clamps top any position around the periphery of the music tray. A 45cm long goose neck enables the microphone to be positioned just where you want it. Product code: A foam rubber lined tray which clamps rigidly to the Classic music tray of the Opera and Concert stands. Nylon coated for ultimate durability. Foam rubber lined to prevent clatter. Dimensions 40cm wide x 4cm deep (16 x 1 1/2) Product code: 56Q6

55Q1

Windcheater
The windcheater consists of a specially formed clear cover which is pulled gently towards the music tray by an elastic strap. When you want to turn a page, just pull the cover towards you, turn the page, and release the cover. Your music will never blow away again. Product code:

Mixer shelf

75Q1

A tiltable shelf which clamps rigidly to the stem of the Opera, Concert and Performer stands. A friction joint holds it at the set angle. Nylon coated for ultimate durability. 35cm wide x 30cm deep. Product code:

56Q21
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Stage3
Fast to put up, easy to use and quick to dismantle. Lots of staging claims to be fast, but we really do believe that you will not find any system that can be put up and taken down more easily and quickly than Stage3. See our separate brochure or visit www.ratstands.com for full details.

Very strong
The aluminium frame and diecast corners give it low weight and incredible strength.

Flexible and adaptable

Unlike other staging systems you can lock Stage3 tops together in almost any position, using a key operated from above the stage. No other staging system can do this. In addition to our standard metric and imperial sizes, we can make custom sized tops according to your exact requirements.

Speedlocks
Platforms are easily locked together by turning a key which is inserted into the top of the stage. There is no more scrabbling around underneath it. Turning the key levels the platforms and pulls them together in one continuous movement. When not in use the locks retract out of harms way.

Corner joints
Most staging systems have mitred joints at their corners, giving rise to dangerously sharp edges. Stage 3 has diecast corners which are strong, rounded and user friendly.

Legs
Stage 3 platforms use round legs, which are rigidly locked into position by a flick of the integral quick action lever. The legs are the same size as standard scaffold tube so if you are caught short one day, or need an odd length of leg, the material is commonly available.

Watch the video:

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Handrails

accessories
Modular stairs
Single stair treads interlock to form a staircase of any height. The assembled staircase then clamps quickly to the edge of the platform, at any position around the periphery. Riser heights are individually adjustable so that every riser in a flight can be set equal. When dismantled, individual steps interlock for compact storage. Handrails are available separately.

The Speedlatch enables handrails to be fitted in seconds to any point around the outside of the stage. Outboard handrails have integral chair stops.

Chair stops
Speedlatches enable chair stops to be fitted in seconds to any section around the edge of a stage

Fixed stairs
Stairs with fixed numbers of treads are ideal for users who regularly set the staging at one given height. The foot of the staircase is adjustable to different stage heights within a range. Handrails are available separately.

Castors
Just remove the legs from a platform and replace them with castors to make a trolley which can support 14 more platforms.

Ramps
Ramp connectors enable any top to be made into a ramp, which can be connected to the stage at any point.

Leg Clamps
Leg clamps enable stages of unequal heights to be locked together.

Skirts
Skirts attach to the side of the staging system using hangers which lock into the T slot. When no skirting is required the hangers are removed so no unsightly Velcro remains.

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Used by music professionals the world over

UK
All Souls Church, Oxford Abbey Road Studios Barbican Centre Birmingham Royal Ballet British Broadcasting Corporation Capital Radio Carnival Cruise Lines CBS Studios Church of St Martin-In-The-Fields City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra EMI Studios English National Opera Glyndebourne Festival Opera Grand Opera House, Belfast London Philharmonic Orchestra London Symphony Orchestra Oxford University Faculty of Music P & O Cruise Lines Queen Elizabeth Hall Really Useful Theatre Company Royal Festival Hall Royal Marines School of Music Royal National Theatre Royal Opera House, Covent Garden Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama Royal Scottish National Orchestra Royal Shakespeare Company Sadlers Wells Theatre Scottish Ballet Scottish National Jazz Orchestra Scottish Opera Wales Millennium Centre Welsh National Opera US Marines University of California, San Diego Warner Brothers Studios

Australasia

Aotea Centre, New Zealand Melbourne Recital Centre, Australia Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Australia Sydney Opera House, Australia Western Australia Symphony Orchestra

Asia

Esplanade, Singapore Hong Kong Opera, Hong Kong Hyogo Arts Centre, Japan Korean Broadcasting Station Hall Kyungbuk Dorip Symphonic Orchestra, South Korea National Centre for the Performing Arts, India Kwacheon Civil Hall, South Korea National Symphony Orchestra, Taiwan National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts National Theatre, Taiwan Resorts World, Singapore Shiki Theatrical Company, Japan Suzhou Arts Centre, China Yonsei 100th Anniversary Memorial Hall, South Korea

Europe

North America

389th US Army Band Aloma United Methodist Church American Apparel Big Top Chautauqua Boston Ballet Orchestra Canadian Opera Clear Lake High School Band College of New Jersey Cunard Cruise Lines Dallas Opera Disney Theatricals Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra Mamma Mia! Memphis Opera Metropolitan Opera North Carolina Symphony Orange County Performing Arts Centre Pacific Symphony Orchestra Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rochester Institute of Technology San Luis Obispo Symphony Orchestra Santa Fe Opera Santa Monica College Smithsonian Institute Sun Valley Summer Symphony Tulsa Performing Arts Centre Twentieth Century Fox US Airforce

De Vlaamse Opera, Belgium Dutch Television, Netherlands Filharmonia w Szczecinie, Poland Grand Canal Theatre, Eire Grand Theatre de Bordeaux, France Grand Theatre de Geneve, Switzerland Helsingborgs Stadsteater, Sweden Herod Atticus Theatre, Greece Kokkola Chamber Orchestra, Finland Le Chatelet Theatre, France Malmo Stad Theatre, Sweden Municipality Theatre of Avellino, Italy Nederland Congresgebouw Opera Garnier, France Radio Telefis Eirann, Eire RIAS, Germany Sonderjyllands Symphony Orchestra, Denmark Stads Schouwburg, Belgium Stage Entertainment, Germany Swedish National Theatre, Sweden Teatro di Locarno, Switzerland Teatro San Lorenzo De El Escorial, Spain Theatre & Congresshall De Flint, Netherlands Theatre Royal de la Monnaie, Belgium Theater Heerlen, Netherlands

Middle East

Israel Opera, Israel New Concert Hall, Oman The Royal Opera House, Muscat, Oman

R.A.T. (Music Stands) Ltd, February 2011. Specifications may change without notice.
R.A.T. (Music Stands) Ltd, 16 Melville Road, London SW13 9RJ. Tel 020 8741 4804, Fax 020 8741 8949. Email sales@ratstands.com Suite 8, 8725 Dunwoody Place, Atlanta, GA 30350. Tel: 770 451 2903, Fax: 866 595 4791, Email: nasales@ratstands.com

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