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Dave Lord's Microphone Holder
$60.00

Dave Lord's Hands-free Microphone Holder
as used and recommended by
Phil Cass, Brad Manuel & of course, Dave Lord

The original concept for this microphone holder was conceived by Queensland magician, Al Ward, some time in the 1970's. It has been modified to its present shape by Dave Lord. It has a significant number of advantages over the alternatives:

✓ You will have mobility on stage and not be tied to a microphone stand.
✓ You will have your hands free to perform not having to hold a microphone.
✓ The microphone is held at exactly the correct distance from the mouth, as all modern microphone's should be.
✓ You will not lose volume when you turn your head as you do with a lavaliere (lapel) microphone.
✓ You may share a microphone with another performer, or audience member by tilting the mic back and forwards in the holder, or by easily removing it from the holder.

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Powder Coated - Black
Powder Coated - Antique or Hammer Finish, Colour Option other that black
Rubber Finish
Stainless Steel

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Dave Lord's Hands-free Microphone Holder
as used and recommended by
Phil Cass, Brad Manuel & of course, Dave Lord

The original concept for this microphone holder was conceived by Queensland magician, Al Ward, some time in the 1970's. It has been modified to its present shape by Dave Lord. It has a significant number of advantages over the alternatives:
- You will have mobility on stage and not be tied to a microphone stand.
- You will have your hands free to perform not having to hold a microphone.
- The microphone is held at exactly the correct distance from the mouth, as all modern microphone's should be.
- You will not lose volume when you turn your head as you do with a lavaliere (lapel) microphone.
- You may share a microphone with another performer, or audience member by tilting the mic back and forwards in the holder, or by easily removing it from the holder.
There are a number of options available
- Powdered coated version. Virtually indestructible and available in basic satin black. $60
- Powder coated in different finishes (Satin or Hammered), and colours including red, blue, yellow, chrome, charcoal grey, our most popular choice, hammered finish antique silver. $65
- Rubberised coating version. Designed for comfort and non-slip grip, so that the holder will not swing around while you move about the stage. $75.00. (Rubberised is currently out of stock till further notice.)
- Stainless Steel version. Stainless Steel as pictured has the advantage of being immediately obvious as to its purpose. Totally indestructible. Phil Cass has used the same Stainless Steel mic holder for over 25 years....say no more. $80.00.
We can also make a custom unit to your specifications should you require a smaller or larger size, or colour.

There is not much difference between the 3 finishes in terms of function and performance, except that the rubber coated version has a little more grip and a "nicer feel". However, the rubber finish is not as durable, and needs to be protected to stop it getting damaged.
The choice is probably more of an aesthetic decision. Personally, I prefer the black powder coat because I wear an all black costume, and I think it blends better. Also, it does not stand out too much if the audience or press are taking photo's or video. It is also marginally lighter than the other 2 versions.
Phil Cass will only use the Stainless model because he says that it is immediately obvious to the audience what it is, and that it is not a device used to aid some magic effect. Like you don't want them thinking "I bet that it where the doves come from".
After having seen all 3 models, most of my customers have trouble deciding which is best. I think the overall feeling is that it probably doesn't matter too much.... they all work fine. In the 30 years I have been making these, I have never had a customer who was unhappy with their choice!
If all else fails... flip a coin!

(Microphone not included in price.)