Rugged, durable and fit for purpose; Available spare parts, interchangeable parts and a wide range of accessories; all make these stands a long term investment and so real value for money. And they keep their price second-handJust remember a mic clip is not usually included with a stand, and the mic clip fitting is a legacy/inherited 3/8" thread and not 5/8". If your mic clip/mic holder uses a 5/8" thread make sure it comes with a 3/8 thread adapter - or buy one.Finally I have stands with either 't-bar' and 'giant' wing-nut fittings to tighten the adjustable joint for the mic boom. The t-bar is just a tad easier to use if you have any kind of difficulty with your grip. Try them both before purchase if you can.