Shape WLB RED MAMOUTH II PRO
RM SHOULDER RIG
The RM shoulder rig is the core of the RED MAMMOUTH I, RED MAMMOUTH II and RED MAMMOUTH II PRO camera supports.
You can easily adjust the RM shoulder rig to fit your needs and body type. Most of the adjustments are made using knobs, no tools are required. By using the knobs, you can:
- Position the camera
A standard 1/4-20 camera screw and a standard 3/8-20 camera screw knob are used to attached the camera. The knobs are accessible through a 6" (15.2 cm) slot. The camera can thus be positioned nearer or further from you. You can easily remove the 3/8-20 camera screw knob if your camera only requires a 1/4-20 camera screw. Equally, the 1/4-20 camera screw knob can be removed if your camera only requires a 3/8-20 camera screw.
- Position the BACK PAD or the COUNTER WEIGHT
The BACK PAD or the COUNTER WEIGHT can be positioned to fit your body type. The BACK PAD or the COUNTER WEIGHT can be removed when not needed.
- Position the TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM
The TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM can be positioned to fit your body type. It can be removed when not needed.
The RM shoulder rig also offers the following features:
- Position the 15MM ROD SYSTEM
The rod support system can be removed using a 4mm hexagonal key.
- Position the SHAPE BOX
Using a standard flathead screwdriver, the SHAPE BOX can be attached to the BACK PAD or above the camera platform.
- The shoulder rig can be used on both your left or right shoulder. When wearing the camera support, the camera platform is positioned 3/4" (1.9 cm) above your shoulder tip. Thus the base of your camera is positioned 3/4" (1.9 cm) above your shoulder tip.
- This camera support is made of lightweight aluminum for strength and durability. It is powder coat painted with a professional looking wrinkle finish. The shoulder pad is cushioned for superior comfort.
Note that the handle is not interchangeable on the RM shoulder rig.
ROD1 15MM ROD SYSTEM
The 15MM ROD SYSTEM is part our solution for advanced video accessories like matte boxes, 35mm lens adapter and follow focus mechanisms. The 15MM ROD SYSTEM holds the weight of these accessories so no additional weight is put on the lens.
The 15MM ROD SYSTEM consists of a bracket and two 15mm aluminum rods. The rods are 8" (20.3 cm) long. The 15MM ROD SYSTEM is attached to the front of the shoulder rig using a 4mm hexagonal key. It can easily be removed when not needed.
The rods can be moved along the bracket in order to adjust their horizontal position. Simply unscrew the small knob, position the rods and screw the knob tightly to keep the rods in place. No tool is required to adjust the horizontal position of the rods.
The height of the rods is adjustable by up to 1 3/8" (3.5 cm) in order to match the height of the video accessory. For example, you may have to lower the rods in order to match the height of a matte box. A 4mm hexagonal key is required to adjust the height of the rods.
ARM1 TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM
The TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM is a Manfrotto 233B Camera Mount Bracket (without the Manfrotto 143BKT camera plate). A specially designed "L" bracket is used to attach the arm to the shoulder rig. There is a cup at the other extremity of the arm, providing a large surface of contact. The cup has a 4" (10 cm) diameter. The arm can be extended from 14" (36 cm) to 20" (51 cm). The arm can be placed everywhere around you, by rotating it on 360 degrees horizontally and vertically.
Simply place the cup extremity on a stable surface. It can rest on your waist, your hip or your thigh. It can rests on the ground or a nearby wall for more stability. The cup can be quickly removed. The telescopic arm can then support accessories like a microphone or a camera light.
The TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM adds stability and versatility to the shoulder rig.
HAND4 DOUBLE C HANDLE
The DOUBLE C HANDLE is composed of two handles. Each handle can rotate individually on 360 degrees (vertically). Simply push and hold the button located at the articulation. Once the button is released, the handle stays in place. The same thing can be achieved by pulling and releasing the handle.
The DOUBLE C HANDLE is attached to camera platform with two screws knob. Note that the DOUBLE C HANDLE is not interchangeable on the RM shoulder rig.
The handles core is made of heavy duty technopolymer. The handles grip is made of non-slip rubber. The arms are made of 1/8" lightweight aluminum professionally covered with black powder coat paint.
PAD1 BACK PAD
The BACK PAD is padded on one side. It weights 0.35 lb (0.160 kg). The BACK PAD adds stability and comfort to the shoulder rig.
The BACK PAD is attached to the shoulder rig with a screw knob. The BACK PAD can easily be positioned to fit your body type: up and down by 1-1/4" (3 cm) and left and right on 360 degrees. When not needed, you can easily remove the BACK PAD from the shoulder rig.
The BACK PAD also have a 1/4-20 threaded hole that can be used to attach a SHAPE BOX or any other accessory.
Key Features
- The 15MM ROD SYSTEM allows the use of video accessories like matte boxes and 35mm lens adapter.
- The TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM adds stability.
- The camera platform is positioned 3/4" (1.9 cm) higher than your shoulder tip.
- Sturdy design for heavy cameras (up to 50 lbs / 22.7 kg) like the RED ONE.
- Wide camera platform (3" / 7.6 cm).
- Heavy duty camera platform made of 3/16" thick aluminum instead of 1/8" thick aluminum.
What's Included:
- RM SHOULDER RIG
- ROD1 15MM ROD SYSTEM
- ARM1 TELESCOPIC SUPPORT ARM
- HAND4 DOUBLE C HANDLE
- PAD1 BACK PAD
