11 best folding music stands

• FLEXIBLE AND ADJUSTABLE - Collapsible design with height adjustment from 18 inches to 41 inches and 90 degrees fully adjustable angle tilting bookplate make this stand perfect for sitting or standing, and the vented tray, tall, wide, and deep enough to hold any kind of music sheet or books.
• METAL TRIPOD SUPPORT LEGS - there is no need to worry about the loading capacity of this conduct music stand with the sturdy metal tripod support legs, which have non-slip rubber caps at the bottom that secure at any height, even with a heavy load of music sheet.
• LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE - this music stand is ultra-lightweight style and the removable bookplate and collapsible tripod base for superior portability and easy storage.
• UNIQUE DESIGN 2 IN 1 DUAL USE - Simply rotate the nut to pull out. Can be used as either floor music stand with tripod stand or desktop sheet music books stand. Gives you two styles on the purpose.
• EXTRA ACCESSORIES - A complete set of equipment come with the stand, which includes 1 x music sheet clip holder Great, 1 x carrying bag suitable for school, orchestras, choirs, church band and more!

User questions & answers

Question:	Is there any way to detatch the top music holder part and set it up on a desk
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Question:	Why can't I attach to top piece-the piece that holds the music, into the middle piece. Loosened the screw-something stops it the insertion
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Question:	Would this hold a 1in binder okay
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Question:	How to put together
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• Made of Strong Steel: 11.4”x 19.7” /50cm x 29cm bookplate, 0.79''/2cm deep platform is enough to hold any kind of music sheet or books. Metal spring arm extensions hold music sheets and books securely in place.
• Two Tier Vertical Shaft: tripod height adjustable from 27.6 inches to 54.3 inches through knobs, flexible tilting bookplate can be adjusted up to 180° to any proper and comfortable viewing angle as you need, CAHAYA sheet music stand is perfect for sitting or standing.
• Max Loading Capacity 11lbs/5kg: Metal tripod support legs with non-slip rubber caps on the foot makes this conduct music stand capable of loading heavy capacity up to 11lbs/5kg securely and sturdy at any height.
• Lightweight Style and Portable: the removable bookplate and collapsible tripod base for superior portability, tripod leg assembly adjusts to tight spaces and folds flat for storage, fully collapsed size of the stand is only 17.7''/45cm for easier storage. Package weight 2.2lbs/1kg comes with a carrying bag. Fits for school, orchestras, choirs, church bands, classrooms.
• 2in1 Dual Use Vertical Music Stand & Tabletop Stand: extra short support enables using it as a desktop sheet music books stand. Package Includes: Carrying Bag*1, Tripod*1, Folding Bookplate*1, Music Sheet Clip Holder*1, Desktop Support*1

Product features

Metal spring arm extensions hold music sheets in place

Music Sheet Clip Holder

Bookplate tilts 180 degrees for maximum flexibility

• Adjustable tilting bookplate holds 11 x 19.5-inch sheet
• Folds down flat for storage and Light enough for children to take out.
• Friction locking clutch adjusts height from 20-59 inches for sitting or standing positions
• Tripod leg assembly adjusts for varying floor space availability and folds flat for storage
• Quality Premium Guarantee.

User questions & answers

Question:	Can the bookplate be adjusted to flat
Answer:	While no expert, I believe you’ll have to use the “C” or chromatic to tune a bass. I could fine no B for bass as I clicked through the mode options.
Question:	Could this be used for a stand up lap top desk
Answer:	The clip opens up to a little more than half an inch.... 0.5”, which is not wide enough for the 1.375” you need for your autoharp. You could McGuyver a system... for instance, install a small C-clamp, snug, but not tight enough to mar or damage your harp, then clip the tuner on the C-clamp to do the tuning. The vibrations should carry through enough to do the tuning. Use the smallest C-clamp you can find... The more massive it is the more it will attenuate the vibrations. Be sure the clamp pads are smooth, you may want to put a piece of masking tape on the clamp pads to act as a cushion. To prevent marring the finish. Good luck! There are plenty of strings to tune on an autoharp!
Question:	I tried inserting the one rod into the base, but the top rod just keeps falling over, even after I have tightened the screws
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Can the bookplate be removed from the stand
Answer:	Yes, our product works for viola. Welcome to choose our products!

Product features

IronTree Standard Folding Music Stand

• Adjustable tilting bookplate holds 11 x 19.5-inch sheet
• Folds down flat for storage
• Friction locking clutch adjusts height from 20-59 inches for sitting or standing positions
• Tripod leg assembly adjusts for varying floor space availability and folds flat for storage
• Light enough for children to take out

Height

The height can be adjusted between 19.5 and 59 inches. Whether playing sitting or standing, it's great to help.

Bearing

It can hold up to 4 pounds and is suitable for all kinds of paper and light books.

Storage

We offer you a storage bag. When you go out to use the stand, you can put it in it.

STEP 1

Take out two parts of the music stand from the storage bag.

STEP 2

Insert the upper part of the stand into the iron tube of the bottom part.

STEP 3

Adjust to the appropriate height and tighten the screws.

STEP 4

Open the sheet holder to the left and right.

Product description

Manhasset M48 Symphony stand perfect for orchestras, school bands, and individual musicians that demand high quality and durability. This is Manhasset's most popular music stand. The Manhasset Symphony stand is used by more schools than all Other music stands combined. This Symphony stand desk measures 20 x 12 1/2. The height of this Music stand varies infinitely from 26" To 48" (Lip to floor), with a maximum overall height of 60 1/2. Features: longest lasting, most durable music stand made. Rugged, all aluminum, lightweight desks are ribbed for extra strength. Baked on, glare free, Black textured finish resists scratches and chipping. Easy, automatic no knob friction tilt neck delivers constant tension at any tilt position. Solid brass bearings, greaseless heavy duty chrome inner shaft, and the original counterbalanced magic finger clutch provides one hand friction grip. Secure at any height, even with a heavy load of music. Heavy gauge, all steel welded base provides excellent stability and requires minimum space on stage risers or in storage. All the components of the Manhasset music stands are available and can be purchased separately too. This includes all models of desks, shafts, bases, and all pieces of hardware and fasteners.

• Longest lasting, most durable music stand made.
• Easy, automatic no-knob friction-tilt neck delivers constant tension at any tilt position.
• Solid-brass bearings, greaseless heavy-duty chrome inner shaft, and the original "Magic Finger Clutch" provides one-hand friction grip.
• Heavy-gauge, all-steel welded base provides excellent stability and requires minimum space on stage risers or in storage.
• Secure at any height, even with a heavy load of music.

User questions & answers

Question:	how much does this stand weigh
Answer:	Yes, the bell can be switched on or off. It can be set to do 3/4 or 4/4 time
Question:	I need a stand that can be raised to the height of my shoulders so i don't have to bend my neck downwards as I sing. How tall is this stand
Answer:	No, not the cover to put over, ut it is enclosed with the clear plastic peice over the pendulum. So if you worry about dust, it is covered. My students are so entrance with it, they are asking to play with it "just because".
Question:	Can the stand tilt to a flat position to hold a computer keyboard
Answer:	yes, transparent
Question:	Good for guitar player
Answer:	No and honestly don’t buy it I bought it and it worked for 5 minutes and I returned it

Product features

Manhasset Model #48 Sheet Music Stand

Manhasset Symphony Stand - Perfect for orchestras, school bands, and individual musicians that demand high quality and durability. This is our most popular music stand. The Manhasset Symphony Stand is used by more schools than all other music stands combined.

All the components of the Manhasset Music stands are available and can be purchased separately too. This includes all models of desks, shafts, bases, and all pieces of hardware and fasteners

• Adjustable - Collapsible design with height adjustment from 25 inches - 50 inches,180 degrees adjustable angle bookplate can be adjusted to suit your environment, it has plenty of width for page-turning. Easy-to-use knobs allow for adjusting the tilt as needed for a comfortable viewing angle.
• Metal Tripod Stand - There is no need to worry about the loading capacity of this conduct music stand with the sturdy metal tripod support legs, which have high-quality non-slip rubber caps at the bottom that secure at any height. Remains upright and excellent stability. This stand perfect for sitting or standing, and the vented tray, tall, wide, and deep enough to hold any kind of music sheet or books.
• Flexible & Portable - Opens and closes quickly and easily. Portable yet sturdy for traveling, school or home. The removable bookplate and collapsible tripod base for superior portability and easy storage.
• UNIQUE DESIGN 2 IN 1 DUAL USE - Simply rotate the nut to pull out. Can be used as either floor music stand with tripod stand or desktop sheet music books stand. Gives you two styles on the purpose.
• Satisfaction - Sleek appearance design. Includes 1 x Music Stand; 1 x carrying bag; 1 x Sheet Music Folder; 1 x Music Sheet Clip Holder. Suitable for school, orchestras, choirs, church band and more! Our music stand comes with a 1-year warranty and timely customer service. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us if you need.

User questions & answers

Question:	is this sturdy enough to hold up a laptop, or a textbook
Answer:	If you mean the clips that hold the music in place, yes, they have a full range like a windshield wiper. They are fixed to one axis point, but can be moved in a sweeping motion either way using that point as the axis.
Question:	Can the arms be easily removed if I don't want to use them
Answer:	I believe it would work. Very nice stand for display.
Question:	When using as a tabletop stand, can you adjust the angle to make it lay a bit flatter instead of at such an upright angle
Answer:	It is 1-7/8”. I use a 3” binder and have no problem. The stand is very sturdy.
Question:	I tried for a half an hour and could not fit the sheet music stand on. Can anyone help
Answer:	States 7.6 Lbs in the description.

Product features

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• Can be used while standing or sitting. (from 35" to 55")
• Portable yet sturdy for traveling, school or home.
• Tray tilts 180 degrees for maximum flexibility.
• Carrying bag and note clamp.
• Quality Premium Guarantee.

User questions & answers

Question:	Will it hold a laptop computer
Answer:	Yes, Soundbrenner Core has an alarm, stopwatch, and watch function :)
Question:	Can you move the rubber clips
Answer:	Yes there is a marketplace on the mobile app where you can purchase accessories
Question:	I would like to use it to display a historical newspaper that is pretty thin but wide and raise it up to full height. Would it be able to do that
Answer:	Too big for a skinny woman, I am one. I bought it for my son.
Question:	How wide is the tray if i want hold a large, thick, loose leaf binder of music
Answer:	It is made in China, as it indicates on the bottom of the metronome.

Product description

The ChromaCast music stand folds fast for easy storage and portability. The two tier vertical shaft, and tilting bookplate makes this stand perfect for sitting or standing. Height adjusts from 28" to 52". Metal spring arms can hold 8.5 x 11-inch music sheets or thin books. Folds up for easy transport, and includes carry bag. ChromaCast products are designed by musicians for the active player, and provide the best in affordability and quality.

• 11.5" x 20" Bookplate tilts and is fully adjustable, 1" platform hold thin books or music sheets
• Metal spring arm extensions hold music sheets securely in place
• Two tier vertical shaft, makes this stand perfect for sitting or standing. Height adjusts from 28" to 52"
• Tripod leg assembly adjusts to tight spaces and folds flat for storage
• Light weight and easily portable. Comes with carry bag

User questions & answers

Question:	could it hold a book
Answer:	The lip is 1" x 10"
Question:	Are metal spring arm extensions removable without breaking them
Answer:	I have it clamped on the handle bars of a bike to use my iPad during exercise. I think it is somewhere between 3/4" and 1" in diameter. I hope this helps.
Question:	Can I put a book on it? Would it be sturdy enough
Answer:	Sure for music only
Question:	How much does it weigh
Answer:	It will do that, but when it is horizontal it is directly over the end of the stand if it is leaned back from the position shown in the picture. The vertical part swivels on the end of the arm so it should be able to turn 180.

Product features

ChromaCast Music Stands

These lightweight music stand are perfect for anyone from beginner's to professional musicians! Sturdy, adjustable book plates make these stands ideal for holding more than just music sheets and books. These stands will also hold anything from tablets and phones to laptops.

Two tier vertical shaft adjusts height

Metal spring arm extensions hold music sheets in place

Tripod leg assembly adjusts to tight spaces

Collapsible for easy transportation or storage

• Extendable and Adjustable: Great for both Sitting and Standing Positions (Height can be adjust from 31.5" to 57"). 2inch deep tray is enough to hold any kind of music sheet or books. Metal spring arm extensions hold music sheets and songbook securely in place.
• Wider Footprint Sturdy Tripod Base: The tripod legs extend farther outwards for a steadier footing. Tripod feet are rubber-coated to hold a firm grip on the floor.
• Withstand Weights Up to 12pounds: Music tray can be tilted up to 180 degrees, giving users of any height an easy view of the sheet. Easy to use knobs for making fine tilting adjustments. More than just sheets, feel free to put a notes book or tablet or laptop or projector on the tray. Fits for guitars violin drums saxophone and other musical instrument players.
• Easy to Carry: The tripod stand can be folded up and carried in a compact package with the provided carry bag.
• Included Accessories: 1 X carrying bag, 1 X sheet music folder, 1 X Music Sheet Clip Holder. A4 sheet music folder with 40 pockets that can hold 80 music sheets.

Product features

CAHAYA Dual Use Heavy Duty Metal Music Stand [Vertical Sheet Music Stand & Desktop Stand]

• Great for both sitting and standing positions.
• Height can be adjust from 31.5" to 57"
• Music tray can tilt up to 180 degrees, giving users of any height a convenient view.
• Music tray can hold weights of up to 15 pounds. Instead of just music sheet, you can even read from a book, laptop computer or a tablet.
• The tray is fitted with a metal spring arm extension for holding sheet or books securely in one place.
• For easier assembly, we add a “Max” reminder at the joint.

Steps for installing the sheet music stand

1. Loosen the knob, unfold the tripod

2. Insert extendable tube into the tripod. Tighten with the adjustment knob

3. Install the sheet music tray by connecting the rear slot to the stand. Adjust the viewing angle by turning the large knob

4. Readjust the height for easy reading if necessary

NOTE: please check whether all the 3 knobs are tightened appropriately if you find the stand wobbles

• Portable and Foldable designed: Black foldable bookplate and steel music stand is very easy to carry, and come with carrying bag to storage.
• Adjustable and Flexible: Flexible height adjustment from 19.1 inch to 46.4 inch for your height needs, suit for school, orchestras, choirs, church bands, classrooms.
• Highest Quality Materials: High quality rubber feet, a sturdy base that opens and closes quickly and easily, and a high quality height adjusting handle and desk knob
• Sturdy and Durable: Bookplate is made of high quality ABS, and shaft and legs are made of high strength tubular steel.
• Extra Accessories: Come with music stand light, USB cable(power for music stand light), black carrying bag and music sheet clip holder.

User questions & answers

Question:	I purchased this last year but base that holds on to the stand cracked so its not stable and the plastic knob also cracked. Can i get replacementparts
Answer:	Depending how you tilt the stand, I measured the bottom to be at 49" (top at 61") when tilted flat against the stand pole. Tall enough for my husband who is 6'2".
Question:	Has the screw issue been corrected (screws preventing music from sitting flat on the tray
Answer:	Well, yeah, it could, but I wouldn't recommend it. Here's why. It's sturdy enough for sheet music, but it is no where near as rigid as the little scooter carts they make for keyboards and laptops, besides, even in the lowest position it would be a bit high for good typing ergonomics. Also, the ledge that holds the music would interfere with your wrists while you were typing, and if you turned it around "backwards" to avoid that, you would be placing a much heavier load on the hinge joint between the floor stand and the flat panel. If you needed it for this in a pinch, it would work, but for a long term solution, I'd recommend you try something else.
Question:	We cannot get the light to work. The cord plugs in to the base, but does not seem to be flush to the base. It sticks out. Is that normal
Answer:	I've used this stand for clarinet, fiddle and guitar music. It works whether I'm sitting or standing, easy to adjust.
Question:	How large is it when folded
Answer:	Absolutely! It's why I bought it. You may want to buy the body strap so you can wear it on your chest so you can feel the beat in the middle of your body, but I know drummers that use it on their wrist, ankle or even thigh too!

Product features

Feature

Come With Accessories

Rechargeable Music Stand Light

• Adjustable tilting bookplate holds 12.5 x 19.5-inch sheet
• Folds down flat for storage
• Friction locking clutch adjusts height from 31-57 inches for sitting or standing positions
• Tripod leg assembly adjusts for varying floor space availability and folds flat for storage
• Quality Premium Guarantee.

User questions & answers

Question:	How wide is the base of the metal frame that holds the music? I find that many are only an inch wide and too small to hold any decent music book
Answer:	The lip is about 2" - plenty big for most any music book. And the stand is pretty heavy, definitely heavy enough to be stable.
Question:	Can it hold a 12.9 inch iPad
Answer:	No, made in China as shown on their website http://www.peakmusicstands.com/projects/
Question:	I can’t seem to open/fold down the part that holds the book, am I missing something
Answer:	SMS-20 has steel & plastic components with a max height of 47". The SMS-30 goes to 59". The SMS-40 & -50 use aluminum & plastic and go to 47" and 59" respectively.
Question:	How wide is the ledge that holds the music in inches
Answer:	I bought it as a gift for a youngster’s sheet music, but seemed to be sturdy enough for a book or laptop if put on stable ground...

Product description

Carrying your music stand has never been easier. Our line of collapsing music stands feature a sturdy 5-panel desk that collapses after simply removing the sliding tray. Adjustments have been made a breeze thanks to our signature quick clamp levers, significantly cutting down assembly time. The stand compacts into an included carrying bag, and like all of our products.

• Desk: 20" x 13. 5"
• Floor to Desk Height: 24" to 47"
• Tubular Steel Tripod
• Weight: 4. 9 lbs.
• Quick Clamp Levers
• Carrying Bag Included
• One Year Warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	I've lost the shelf which slides onto the back. Can I order one
Answer:	Yes, it’s been changed. I noticed in the pictures that the screw looked to be attached beneath the tray and took a chance. While most of the screw support is now below the tray, there is a very small bump on the top of the tray as well, but it’s less that 1/32” (0.5 mm).
Question:	how deep is the lip on the desk part and is the aluminum tripod heavy enough to not tip over as compared to the tubular steel
Answer:	mine does the same. Make sure you are pressing the buttons on top of each light to activate them. You don't need to keep the USB plugged in, only to charge the light base.
Question:	are these made in the usa
Answer:	18-24 inches
Question:	What is the difference between the different models? Is height the same for all of them
Answer:	The customer in this review uses it as a laptop stand, but he rests the edge of the stand on the edge of his keyboard to support the laptop weight safely. Check out the photo: https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R1K2RM7HH6ZVEO/