Rigidesigns Para Mount VESA for Production Monitors

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by Jeff LochJanuary 24^th, 2020

Rigidesigns, a US company specialized in high-quality monitor tripod mounts, just released the Para Mount VESA. This compact and sturdy mounting option is VESA 100×100 compatible and can help you mount production monitors up to 35lb/16kg on a light stand easily. Let’s take a closer look at it!

VESA Mount to C-Stand Adapters

If you want to mount a production monitor – usually monitors over 17″ – to a light stand or C-Stand, you typically need to buy an extra VESA mount to C-stand adapter. At the moment, existing solutions on the market are elementary. Indeed, most of them only allow you to mount your monitor on a stand, and voila. Indeed, you can’t tilt your monitor or mount extra accessories to it.

From left to right: Shape Swivel Mount, FSI MM100-LP, Matthews Monitor Mount for Baby (5/8″) Spigot

Some solutions from companies like Shape with their Swivel Monitor Mount exist, but they are monitor-specific. Other VESA to C-stand plates from FSI or Matthews, for example, are a bit more versatile, but not more than the Para Mount VESA by Rigidesigns.

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Low-Profile and Build Quality

The Para Mount VESA by Rigidesigns is only 2-inches wide plate that you can mount at the back of any compatible production monitor – VESA 100×100 – if you want to put it on a light stand quickly.

Your production monitor is securely mounted to the mount via four screws (two into each bracket). The low-profile design allows you to leave it on the monitor at all times. Also, it should fit in the original case without any problems.

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It’s rare that I feel like a product is built like a tank and that it should last for years. The Para Mount VESA is made of high-quality materials only, including:

• 6061 Machined CNC Aluminum for the frame.
• Aluminum for the handle.
• Steel for the hinge.
• Metal for the latching mechanism.
• Stainless steel for the 1/4-20″ tightening.
• A bit of soft rubber for the grip.

The maximum payload of the Para Mount VESA is 35lb/16kg, which should be sufficient for most of the production monitors available. As an example, a 24-inch Atomos Neon monitor is 18.95lb/8.6kg. I have no doubts that this monitor mount will survive your production monitor.

Rigidesigns Para Mount VESA Features

Once the Para Mount VESA is folded, there is a handle at the top of the monitor. It allows you to quickly get it out of your fly case and transport the monitor on set.

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To deploy it, you need to pull the metal latch that keeps it in place. Then, the Para Mount VESA folds at 90°, and you can mount it on your C-stand/light stand. The cool thing in the design of this VESA adapter is that thanks to the friction hinge, you can still tilt your monitor up and down once it’s on your lighting stand.

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The real selling point of the Para Mount VESA is the numerous 1/4” and 3/8-inch holes all over the plate. You can use these mounting points to attach magic arms, a battery plate, a wireless video transmitter, a cup holder, or whatever you want.

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Desktop Mounting and Battery Bracket

If you don’t want to mount your production monitor on a light stand but prefer to put it on a table, no problems. Indeed, by fully extending the Para Mount VESA, the built-in handle doubles as a stand.

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Finally, if you want to mount a V-Mount or Gold Mount battery directly to the Para Mount VESA, the team at Rigidesigns got you covered. As an optional accessory, you can buy the Para Mount Battery Plate.

The Para Mount Battery Plate. Image credit: Rigidesigns

This plate allows you to mount your power source on either side of the monitor, or even on the top of the mount.

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Pricing and Availability

The Para Mount VESA retails for $259.00, and it is available in a red or black colorway. The Para Mount Battery Plate is an extra $125.00. Both products are available now on Rigidesigns’ website.

What do you think of this VESA adapter plate by Rigidesigns? Do you often use production monitors on your shoots? Let us know in the comments below!