Rig up ANYTHING for $19 || It's Rigged Ep 4

The Super Clamp is a must have for every filmmaker. So many uses and ways to adapt it to rig up lights, microphones, cameras, and just about anything on set. I suggest having at least two to three of these laying around, you'll use them.
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[@mfluder15]

You are literally the only person talking about this stuff. And you’re doing a great job while keeping it real. 😁

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks Jeff! Hoping it makes a difference :D

[@MacintoshLibrarian]

Thanks for making this rigging series!!! I you got my studio off the ground - literally - with Varipoles and Superclamps!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That is awesome! :)

[@ChrisWilmshurst]

I'm not going to lie. I've been using the super clamp for years and about six months ago picked up a manfrotto alternative to the varipole... and I had no idea what that little plastic piece was for. Now I can mount things to my desk! You learn something new everyday!

[@jamesburton1050]

Grip equipment has so many possibilities it's crazy!!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

So true! :D I'm always amazed at what things I can make grip gear do

[@kevkevdellarocco8681]

No one else on my feed is talking about stuff like this. It's incredibly useful info that saves so much time. Your content is relevant to us run-n-gun film folks. Appreciate you 🍻

[@FellowFilmmaker]

It's why I'm doing this series! So glad you enjoyed :)

[@Rivenworld]

Just love your channel, always so well produced and informative 🙂

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks so much! Glad you're enjoying the channel :)

[@joeniedbala]

Something like this is awesome. So much territory, covered simply, clearly, and with a ton of practicality. Always great stuff!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Much appreciated! :)

[@stevenkralovec]

Wow this is fantastic! Thanks for this. I’m loving this series!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear that!

[@deanslakelog]

This is a really helpful series for me as I build out my home studio. Well done! Just subbed. Thank you.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Awesome, thank you!

[@PerroneFord]

While this won't affect the great majority of your viewers, I did want to mention this. When I was learning rigging from a professional rigger, he warned us about the ratchet handle models. The internals are usually all plastic. As a sports photographer I am often rigging in very high places with people below my rigging. Think catwalks above a civic center. He noted that he had personally had the ratchet handle assembly break apart and fall over 80ft onto the floor. Gladly there was no one below. So his advice was this. If you are rigging near the ground, any of them will work fine. But if you're rigging in the air, where a failure could hurt or possible kill someone, he only uses Matthews super clamps. Other people make good ones as well. I have both kinds, but I heeded that advice and never rig anything at height with a ratchet handle.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing that advice! Really helpful to know

[@lawboss]

Enjoyed the video (as always). Informative and useful.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it! :D

[@shadow10020049]

Please keep making these they are sooo helpful

[@AdamC.Erickson]

I've used these for years, yet you still gave me a few ideas for other ways I can rig it. Thanks for the great content!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Love to hear that :D

[@PNT-Garage]

Really love your content. As someone who is getting into filming work in the garage, your advice on items and setup to get the right lighting and audio has been instrumental. You've helped me save a lot of money, time and grief to get the setup that I'm happy with. This is another great vid! Thank you for all your work!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I love to hear that! So glad I can help you in this useful way :D More to come!

[@joshua.butler]

I love super clamps and this series is great. Thanks for the tips!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you like them!

[@realm-lv]

I love the super clamps they're so versatile. You should do a course on grip hardware and techniques. I haven't seen one yet. Great Video Heather!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That's a neat idea! What would you want to see covered in a course? I'm open to hearing suggestions :)

[@realm-lv]

@@FellowFilmmaker Hey Heather, Here is a course outline but of course it would be your choice for the course. Course Outline: Module 1: Introduction to Grip Equipment Understanding the role of a grip in the film and television industry Overview of different grip equipment and their functions Safety protocols and best practices on set Module 2: Lighting Principles Fundamentals of lighting for movies and television Types of lighting fixtures and their applications Working with color temperature and lighting ratios Module 3: Grip Techniques and Tools Proper handling and rigging of grip equipment Different types of stands, clamps, and rigging accessories Camera and equipment mounting techniques Module 4: Lighting Setup and Design Lighting setups for different genres and moods Key, fill, and backlights: their purposes and placement Techniques for creating shadows and highlights Module 5: Lighting Control and Modifiers Working with flags, scrims, and nets Diffusion and softening techniques Controlling light spill and beam angles Module 6: Advanced Grip Techniques Working with cranes, dollies, and other camera movement tools Building camera rigs and stabilizers Rigging for aerial shots and specialized camera movements Module 7: Lighting and Grip for Specific Locations Interior and exterior lighting setups Challenges and considerations for location shooting Working with natural light and practical fixtures Module 8: Set Etiquette and Collaboration Effective communication and collaboration on set Working with the director of photography (DP) and other departments Troubleshooting common issues and problem-solving techniques Module 9: Safety and Electrical Considerations Electrical safety guidelines and protocols Proper use of generators, cables, and connectors Understanding power requirements and load calculations Module 10: Practical Exercises and Project Work Hands-on experience with grip equipment and lighting setups Collaborative projects to apply the acquired knowledge and skills Feedback and evaluation from instructors

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Well dang! I was not expecting this detailed of a response. Did you write this all up yourself? Appreciate the time you took to share all that! I certain will keep note of this

[@realm-lv]

@@FellowFilmmaker Anytime, I can help I will.

[@oscarpatino330]

Thanks for the video.... very useful tool.... keep up the good work!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks, will do!

[@pc1x1]

Glad to see the series is back. Buying stuff because of you, hopefully links are working!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Links should be working! Appreciate the support

[@BeyondtheMovingPictureStudios]

Another fantastic video! Thank you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@erewhon42]

So many possibilities. There were definitely a few mounting options I hadn't considered (and wasn't aware of) before. Looking forward to more episodes about more accessories!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Love to hear that! I'm excited to make the more in-depth ones on each item I briefly mentioned in this video So many things to show, haha

[@erewhon42]

@@FellowFilmmaker Looking forward to it! I had been on the fence about getting an autopole / varipole, but now after seeing this and starting to think about the different grip options, I think it would help in a couple of spaces I use.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

There are so many uses! I've got four of the Varipoles and they are super helpful around the office

[@foodstudio5339]

Great job !! Keep going !!! We need more videos with this stuff :))

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! Will do!

[@wearetrackclub]

Great tip! Love your editing style too :)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@mtamech535]

Another wonderful video! I'm going to get one...I'm going to concrete a pole into a 5 gallon bucket that I can add a light to...this was the connection I was looking for! Thank you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could help!

[@lovemauihawaii]

Super clamps are super. And so is this video! At 04:24 great recommendation on the right-angle baby stud, will be implementing that one! (fyi the b&h item you linked to may have a safety concern, see the reviews). At 00:41 very useful that the handle can be repositioned!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks for pointing that out! I'll have to keep that in mind in the future :D

[@bhgemini]

I use the super clamp, varipole, & J hook to hang my bike vertically by its front tire for storage in my apartment

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I love that! I find film gear is very useful for many other things too

[@IMDABROWN]

Now I have to play around with equipment that's just sitting around. Thanks for the motivation.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Any time! You should share if you come up with anything cool :D

[@whateveryoucall7031]

just received one today, loving it

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Great to hear!

[@JoeatAlphaCreative]

I've been a big fan of Impact 6" Extension Arm with Spigot for mounting small cameras on ball heads. Can't wait to see your right angle trick.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Nice! :D I'll be working on it very soon!

[@uploadsnstuff8902]

Best filmmaker gear serie on YT right now.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks! :D

[@MarioCastillion]

Thank you very much for pointing this accessory out. I definitely put it in my shopping cart. Hilarious moment when you missed the hole and the spigot fell down 😆😆😆😆😆😆

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could help you out! Haha, yeah, thought I'd leave it in for the fun :)

[@MarioCastillion]

@@FellowFilmmaker yeeeah...keep 'em just like that. This is one of the reasons why I enjoy your channel: you are simplistic, but real!

[@vidworxsfx]

I have 6 of the original Manfrotto ones, use them for everything, even built a RIG to hold an instrument keyboard clamped floating above my desk. They have so many uses.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Awesome! love to hear other folks enjoying them

[@tylou4479]

Love this!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Happy to hear that!

[@RyanTroy]

Great video.. Love your channel!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks so much!

[@NSW_XUZIA]

How did I miss this episode 😮😮??? Super content as usual Belinda😊😊. I hope you're well 🙏🙏

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed :D

[@A1Bokeh]

I have two of these with L brackets and use them to hold things like c stands. This is awesome i didn't know those little things that came with the clamp were made for flattening the surface.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could help!

[@paul-ardn]

great review!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Well thanks Hope you learned some new tricks

[@VermaSuyash]

Exceptional content. Even a newbie like me has been able to understand so much about making videos after following your channel. Thank you! 🙂

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Great to hear! Hope you're enjoying the channel

[@VermaSuyash]

@@FellowFilmmaker Yes. I am. 😀This one really helped me during my initial days kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYO6aWmanbehe68

[@shawnchenco]

LOL the censoring! Great video love all the different types of attachments and rigging stuff. I need MORE! :D

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha glad you enjoyed! I'll be doing more in the series soon

[@simonstoeckl]

So helpful, thank you!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MiroSays]

You've done it! Now I want a super clamp. Two, actually!

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yay! You should def get two!

[@MiroSays]

@@FellowFilmmaker unfortunately, this exact model is not yet available in Germany, but I will see if I can find something similar.

[@fabricioguardia8730]

The "triangular item" is more to grip to flat surface such as square stock and without it to a tube. Of course it is very versatile and use in many configurations, just remember to have the best grip with most contact points for security

[@BourkeMedia]

The"wedge", as Manfrotto calls it, makes the Super Clamp great for tabletops, doors, ceiling beams, or anything with two parallel, flat surfaces. I also use them for audio equipment, such as a Tascam digital recorder for dual system sound.

[@brittacurkovic]

Thanks have saved this!

[@orpaztron]

thanks,- I didn't even aware about this clamp. I would appreciate more hand-on examples

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad I could make you aware :D

[@northcoaststudios]

I don't know if you did anything different or not but the lighting on yourself looks particularly nice in this video. The hair light seems just right, but then again, all the lighting looks "just right" and flattering.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Well thanks! I think it's the combo of the stick, hair light, and maybe a lil natural light as well Also a good hair day haha

[@jer3006]

The funny thing is... you are the reason I have a wall plate baby pin. Years ago, I saw your video where you mounted a very low bkgd light to one. By the time I rec'd it, I had moved on so I never used it. 🤣 But the magnetic idea for it is priceless. And I thought I was the only person who ever bought a rt-angle long-sided baby pin- wrong again. Well, based on this video, I will immediately buy the super clamp, primarily because you just showed all the stuff in my drawer (also in the Husky cab you suggested) that needs to be attached to that clamp. 🤣 Sold x 2! Looking forward to your next secret uses. PS. Just ordered 2 from B&H, hope you get some compensation.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That is funny! The wall plate can be super helpful for a variety of things. Thanks for using my links, certainly helps support what I'm doing :D

[@northcoaststudios]

*Thank you!* Of course, a great video as always, but.... "This is what goes into the hole...(drop spigot onto the floor)..... it has a safety latch which you press in......" I laughed my ass off at that!!! It was perfect comedy technique, whether intentional or not. I was having a very stressful day and that bit right there was just what I needed. Thank you, Heather. I love these gadget videos. Not just to learn what is available but also to learn the snazzy ways you've figured out to utilize them. The magnetic surface is a great idea, as well as the other tricks you demonstrated. For transporting your snazzy gadgets to locations for a shoot, are they packed in your roll-around toolbox, or do you have something else to organize all the snazzy bits??

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Haha, glad the comedy bit (accidental) brought you some relief today! Haha, for my transport I'm using different cases or bags (depending on the job). Smaller stuff I'm using a rolling case of sorts and then I have a super huge case for bigger stuff (I've got a video on the channel on it already) by ThinkTank

[@DaddyDaughterMovieNight]

Love my super clamp! Of course, I lost the wedge.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yeah, those wedges are easy to lose!

[@chrisgorys]

Great video

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@GB-AK]

Very good to have. I have two.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Nice! They are handy

[@GB-AK]

@@FellowFilmmaker One option you left out is magic arms. You can do a lot with them and the super clamps.

[@RHStevens1986]

Yoooo your motion graphics and titles are fantastic. Did you make those yourself, or did you find a kit we could buy?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thank you! I actually bought these ones (the titles, the background graphics I created myself). Here's the link: www.motionvfx.com/store,mtitle-hype,p3520.html

[@bradleyc79]

Thanks from Chicago

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Welcome!

[@mr_DIY]

Manfrotto 035 is the best in my experience. However I’d like to check mini rig as they look smaller

[@matthewlivingston3168]

Great video. Is that a Arri locating pin on the super clamp?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I think it could be? I know those holes are sometimes used for other accessories (like the 3 roll backdrop holder I have)

[@London_drives]

I have a teleprompter attached to a pole using one of these super-clamps

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Nice! That's super smart

[@tf-ok]

Great video! I also wanna know the type of heavy-duty ballhead that you use for your camera -- as they tend to slide forward or downwards especially when the lenses is ultra heavy

[@FellowFilmmaker]

The one I have is not my favorite, I've gotta find one I like first :D

[@illustratedWORD]

Thank you! I've been using mine for many years and at some point I noticed attachments inserted into the spigot hole would wiggle (ex.- The Manfrotto goose neck accessory). That annoyed me. I had a face-palm moment at 1:30 where you tightened the spigot with a knob. Somewhere along the way I never noticed my knob went missing. How could I not have noticed that?! To my surprise, I found the knob in a box of misc tiny parts! I'm now starting to use it more. Even using it "in reverse" where I attach it to a light stand using the spigot end and then using the grip jaws to hold odd shaped props/items. Not ideal but I'm getting more use from the tools I already own.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That's great that you found the knob! Glad you're getting more use out of your gear

[@eugenheller4182]

So. I am working for one of the most important Camera / Video Stores in Switzerland. As I like what you do I decided to implement some of your Videos in our Store. We have two Store TV`s and they play a loop of some YT Videos. I hope it helps to get you more followers. I appreciate your work. :) Have a good week.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

That is super kind of you! Thank you very much :D I hope the videos help out many folks

[@eugenheller4182]

@@FellowFilmmaker I guess it does. The Content is important and easy to understand. People need Creators like you. :) Have a nice week.

[@videocasetteTV]

Amazing content, I suggest you make video you explain in it in godox fixtures the meaning of letters sl, sw, sz, ml, ul ....etc So as customer we can figure out the difference between these products

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I'll see what I can do :D

[@vignesht6270]

What is the difference between super clamp and the aluminum one on previous episode ? Does the super clamp hold lights like the other one do ( 6 inch one ) ?

[@JasonParkerMagic]

Would be great to have a link to that video where you show the thing you did NOT want to include in this video :) Attaching camera to super clamp.... you said it would be another video... but now we have to work to find it :)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

I've not made the video yet, it'll be out soon enough

[@JasonParkerMagic]

@@FellowFilmmaker Ok great :) I have a varipole close to the wall in front of me... and I'm just starting to think about how I can attach my camera to it and possibly be able to remove my tripod... freeing up some floor space. But has to be pretty sturdy since it is teleprompter + camera together. So I thought that right angle thingy you showed might do the job. Hmmmmm... ideally I would like one of those flexible arms though so I can reposition camera easier.... but I just don't know if they are strong enough.

[@FellowFilmmaker]

You could always look at the Geartree made by Ulanzi

[@SourceAwareness]

Many Thanks, an instant subscribe from me, my Friend! All the Very Best to you. 💙

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Thanks and welcome

[@buddyquaid2038]

I dont know all the lingo for what I need so I dont know what to search but I have a Neewer wall mount from the ceiling that comes straight down and want to mount my camera on it but not be upside down. I need the camera to sit on a ball head so I can make minor adjustments. The spigot can come out of the side (parallel with the floor) or the top (perpendicular to the floor). Not sure what piece I need. Can you suggest something or make a video?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Why don't you send me an email with a picture or something so I can get a better idea. Contact form is on the website as well if you need it. [e-mail]

[@pogodrummer]

1:21, do i hear the spigot falling onto a laptop keyboard 💀

[@FellowFilmmaker]

Yep! haha

[@ssfilms1882]

Hi, what is the handle/grip that you are using @ 1:54 please?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

It's part of the ML60 light kit

[@lamontmcleod2]

Gaaaahhh the curse of Australia. It's $50 AU here (about $32 US!)

[@FellowFilmmaker]

man that's no fun

[@jonnyboy8000]

I have 4

[@FellowFilmmaker]

nice :D

[@dwmspace]

@4:42 did you end up sharing how?

[@FellowFilmmaker]

not yet, will be soon tho

[@dwmspace]

@@FellowFilmmaker ok, just been waiting 10 months.. haha jk looking forward

[@colinjudge1261]

$19 including the Stud?!? *cries in European*

[@FellowFilmmaker]

yeahhh, that's the rough part

[@BoReynolds]

Shouldn't we see how to mount an actual CAMERA on this thing? (politely and respectfully) It's why I clicked on this vid. thank you