Studio and Stage Accessories

Thread sizes, clips and covers: fitting the small parts

Many accessories only fit one thing. Microphone stands normally use a 5/8-inch, 27 threads per inch screw, while some stands, mainly European ones, use 3/8-inch and cameras use 1/4-inch, so adapter screws bridge the sizes. Lavalier clips, windscreens and covers are cut for specific microphone models, as titles often name; ball-type foam covers are sold by head diameter. Match the model in the title with yours, and measure rather than guess.

Materials, lengths and what the title says it replaces

Look at material, length and the instrument or device named in the title. Metal and steel parts hold up to repeated clamping, while silicone and nylon are gentler on finishes. Replacement parts such as pickguards are shaped for a specific guitar model, so a generic look-alike may not line up with the screw holes. Control cables for lighting must match the connector, such as five-pin XLR, and the length printed in the title, since a few meters can matter.

Questions about Studio and Stage Accessories

What thread does a microphone stand use?

Most microphone stands use a 5/8-inch screw thread with 27 threads per inch, while some stands, mainly European ones, use 3/8-inch and cameras use 1/4-inch. A small threaded adapter converts between them, so check which size you have before buying.

Do foam microphone covers fit every microphone?

No. Fit depends on the head diameter and shape of the microphone. Ball-type covers list a size range in millimeters, and some covers are made for a named model. Measure the grille and compare it to the stated range.

How do I know if a lavalier clip fits my microphone?

Look for the exact microphone model in the title, such as a clip made for a named lavalier. Clips vary in cable diameter and shape, so a generic clip may hold the cable but crush or slip off the capsule.