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Roch Lafleur

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Re: How to keep tops from rotating
« Reply #20 on: June 13, 2018, 11:46:54 AM »

Another happy SM80/BT-12/K&M crank distance rods here. I had the same problem when I first got the SM80s. They would spin around sending sound either away from the front of the stage or towards the stage, sometimes creating feedback. I used gaff tape to hold them in position, then ratchet straps. My life has been much easier since the BT-12s arrived. I use them even if I don't need to tilt the speakers to prevent the spinning. They are also amazingly built tilters. They weren't cheap once I paid for shipping, duty, taxes and converted to Cdn$, but totally worth it.
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Debbie Dunkley

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Re: How to keep tops from rotating
« Reply #21 on: June 13, 2018, 02:28:49 PM »

 :D    Mine still win the lowest cost option....
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Riley Casey

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Re: How to keep tops from rotating
« Reply #22 on: June 13, 2018, 02:50:50 PM »

Take out what ever plastic cap fills the end of the stand tube so that the speaker socket rests on the aluminum tube end. See Gordian Knot.

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Re: How to keep tops from rotating
« Reply #23 on: June 15, 2018, 02:16:01 AM »

I use a method I have been doing for years - cost?... zero.

I take old plastic containers - like those that contain vinegar, oil, sauce etc and when  it is empty, I cut small pieces out of them about 3" by 1" and round off the edges to make small shims.  I get dozens from one container.
Because the container is already curved, the shape of the shims is perfect.  I take them to shows in a  baggie and once the speakers are positioned, I slot them up into the top hat positioning them at the back so they cannot be seen - usually 2 is enough. Takes a second and costs nothing. If I don't end up getting them back - oh well I gots me plenty more.......
That is a great idea Debbie, I am going to try this on my 815's...

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Re: How to keep tops from rotating
« Reply #24 on: June 15, 2018, 09:34:19 AM »

After 2 gigs, I am super happy with these Danley SM80s.  I am getting even, articulate sound at a reasonable volume, using relatively little power.

However, with occasional wind gusts, I am experiencing a "sail" effect, which rotates the speaker in the K&M crank stand.  I used a temp fix with gaff tape, but I'd like to see if anyone is using a more elegant solution.  Some thoughts include a grooved plastic piece on the top of the pole, or something more drastic to keep it from rotating.

Thanks!

I just crack a few Solo cups up and slide 1 or 2 pieces up in the back between pole and top. Easy to size as needed. They seem to be everywhere........   ;-)

Douglas R. Allen
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Re: How to keep tops from rotating
« Reply #25 on: June 15, 2018, 09:44:25 AM »

That is a great idea Debbie, I am going to try this on my 815's...

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U R welcome...with all the costs associated with accessories in this business - let alone the equipment itself - you gotta love something thats free but actually works!
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