The HERCULES HCMS-523BPRO tripod microphone stand has a short telescopic boom and can easily be converted from a boom to a straight stand. This is made possible by the Hideaway boom, which allows the boom tube to disappears into the stand. The HCMS-523BPRO is ideal for over-head microphoning of drums, for example. The Power Lock lever ensures a robust fixation of the boom. An EZ Mic Clip for attaching a microphone is included in the package.