On Stage MS9701TB Plus Review

My read on the On Stage MS9701TB Plus starts with its weight: 8.53 pounds. For a microphone stand, that is not a throwaway detail. It tells me this is aimed less at the ultra-light travel crowd and more at people who want a stable, metal stand that can live in a rehearsal room, podcast corner, small stage setup, or home recording space.

The MS9701TB+ is listed with alloy steel, metal, and zinc construction, finished in black. That is exactly the sort of spec sheet I want to see for a practical mic stand: not glamorous, not complicated, but built around materials that make sense for repeated setup, adjustment, and storage. I have not used this stand, so I’m not going to pretend to report hands-on performance. But as a category judgement, this looks like a straightforward support tool rather than a clever gadget.

Why I’d Consider the MS9701TB+ for a Fixed Setup

At 39 x 4 x 4 inches, the MS9701TB Plus reads as a long, narrow piece of hardware that should be easy enough to store alongside other stands, cases, or wall edges. I’d be looking at it for a space where the stand does not need to disappear into a backpack after every session.

The black finish is also the right call for most audio work. I generally prefer black stand hardware because it stays visually quiet on camera, on stage, and in shared rooms. It lets the microphone and the performer remain the focus.

• Best match: rehearsal rooms, vocal practice, spoken-word recording, podcasting, streaming, and general microphone placement.
• Build direction: alloy steel, metal, and zinc suggest a more serious stand than the lightest budget accessories.
• Visual role: the black color should blend with common mic clips, mounts, cables, and stage gear.

Where I’d Think Twice Before Buying It

The same 8.53-pound weight that makes the MS9701TB+ look substantial on paper is also its obvious limitation. If I were carrying multiple stands to gigs, loading in alone, or building a compact mobile recording kit, I’d be careful. Weight adds up fast, and this does not look like the choice for someone chasing the smallest possible setup.

I’d also remember that this is only a stand. It does not replace a microphone clip, shock mount, cable, mixer, recorder, or audio interface. If your problem is room noise, gain staging, or choosing the right microphone, this product will not solve that. It only addresses placement.

Who Should Buy It and Who Should Skip It

My verdict: I’d put the On Stage MS9701TB Plus on the shortlist for buyers who want a black metal microphone stand with a more substantial build and do not mind the extra carry weight.

I’d skip it if portability is the top priority, if you need to carry several stands regularly, or if your setup has to stay extremely light. For a more settled studio, rehearsal, streaming, or small performance space, the MS9701TB+ makes sense from the specs.