iPad Pro Cradle for Stage

[SBMojo]

Just picked up the new iPad Pro (12.9) to use with forScore. Was wondering is anyone has tried and approved a cradle/mounting device which can be attached to a stand for stage work with this particular iPad (which is huge).

[Shortfinger]

My neighbor got something for his from Sweetwater.

[tadol]

Thats a real problem -

I've been using the 12" iPad pro for a couple years now, and there are a number of mounts that will work with it, as long as you don't use a case. If you use a case, as I must, then the options are far fewer -

If you can pop the case on/off really easily, and don't mind doing that, then you can choose the one that looks good to you. I have a case that holds and charges my pencil, and it is really hard to get it on/off. And if I do take it off, then its one more thing to keep track of -

I am currently using a music stand most of the time - it lets me just fold the cover back, and the ledge gives me a place to keep my tuner, capo, and a couple extra picks. It also give me room to put my phone, so I can keep an eye on time, and if the host needs to tell me anything, they can text and I get it. I am more interested right now in finding a good mic mount for my music stand -
The Airturn Manos has worked pretty well, and the clamps can hold the iPad with a simple, non-fold back case. There is another one by Gimars which they sell as a tripod mount, so it has a ¼-20 thread on it, which means you have to add an adapter to clamp it to your mic stand - but thats not hard to figure out, and you can even just get a clamp assembly and add a bolt to it. You may want to add a simple ball head assy to it so you can adjust it easily - those are on eBay or Amazon pretty cheap, or if you decide to go that route, I can help you get some really nice ones cheap -

Once you go too far, though, the weight of the iPad and mount, plus the mic and anything else, can make many lightweight mic stands kinda top heavy and tipsy, so be careful about that -

I still think a customized music stand is my best choice - plus, if they bring you a plate of food and a drink, you can tilt it back and with your ipad off it, and you have your own little table - :-)

[ALBD]

I was searching for a solution to this and bought one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My 12.9 iPad Pro stands on it in it's case and fits perfectly! Mounted on my mic stand. Stable and easy.

[SalFromChatham]

I use a Hercules Tablet Holder. It’s on Amazon for about $37, and it is adjustable and works flawlessly. Robust too.

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[capefisherman]

Originally Posted by themissal

I use a Hercules Tablet Holder. It’s on Amazon for about $37, and it is adjustable and works flawlessly. Robust too.

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This! Just bought one and it - like all Hercules products - is great.

[penname]

I use a K&M for my iPad Pro 12.9 (3rd gen) in an UAG case. Also works with my Surface Pro 4 and previously used with various 9 and 10 inch iPads. Highly adjustable. The only problem is that the assembly instructions were written by German engineers for German engineers.

https://www.k-m.de/en/products/multi...c-holder-black

[ManyMartinMan]

I’ve been using AirTurn Manos Universal Tablet/iPad Mount since the 12.9” iPad Pro was released. It is a secure and very adjustable tablet holder and never feels unstable or insecure.

[ljguitar]

Originally Posted by SBMojo

Just picked up the new iPad Pro (12.9) to use with forScore. Was wondering is anyone has tried and approved a cradle/mounting device which can be attached to a stand for stage work with this particular iPad (which is huge).

Hi SBM

First off, hello and welcome to the forum!! Glad you joined and jumped in with a question.

Here's the one I use for my iPad Pro 2018 12.9"

It was only $25 and works really well. It is plastic, but not flimsy. Surprised me how good it is. I'm kind of coasting to see if some of the companies who build industrial stands will develop a 12.9" model. But in the meantime this is a great holder.

Everything locks down except for the directional swivel, and it's held in place with friction and hasn't loosened in regular use over 6 months.

iPad Pro holder - CliCk

Here's one I use sidewise on top of Tripods. It has the Arca Swiss tripod fitting already molded into it.

All Aluminum, and sturdy - CliCk



Hope this helps…

[PorkPieGuy]

I bought an iKlip Xpand from Walmart. They've gone up in price, but I like mine.

[ljguitar]

Originally Posted by PorkPieGuy

I bought an iKlip Xpand from Walmart. They've gone up in price, but I like mine.

Hi PPG

I only found the iKlip holders going up to 12.1" not the 12.9" needed for my new iPad Pro.