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Matthew W Inner circle New York 2456 Posts |
I am interested in getting a Jeff Jones Backdrop.
For those that have one of the small ones, are they really 10 feet wide? I ask because I have seen pictures of them set up, and they look more like they are 8x8.
-Matt
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ColinDymond Special user Gloucestershire, England 675 Posts |
I haven't measured mine but I'm sure it's more than 8" wide.
Just get one, they are the best thing I have bought for my act in years!
Colin Dymond
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Michael Messing Inner circle Knoxville, TN 1817 Posts |
The small one is definitely wider than 8'. I would say mine is at least 9' wide and, more likely, between 9' & 10'.
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kenscott Inner circle 1869 Posts |
HIs newest one is 10 feet wide. It is really nice. I saw him set it up and tear it down in about 30 secs. Used one tripod and it had no sag. I was impressed.
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Matthew W Inner circle New York 2456 Posts |
Thanks!
I might not be used to seeing the height his backdrops have. My current one is 10 feet wide but only about 6.5 feet high, so I guess I'm used to seeing more width than height.
-Matt
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rjones683 New user 95 Posts |
Does anyone know how it would hold up outdoors with a little bit of breeze? I am not saying a gale storm just the normal kind of day with slight windy conditions.
Regards, R |
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Spellbinder Inner circle The Holy City of East Orange, NJ 6438 Posts |
You need some bricks and ropes to keep the backdrop from twirling around in a brisk wind.
Professor Spellbinder
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kenscott Inner circle 1869 Posts |
Actually the drop can be raised to any height you want. As far as outside? I have not seen a backdrop yet do good outside. I used a spider one time had sand bags on it and it still fell over. Outside is not the best place for a backdrop.
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tgs Regular user 142 Posts |
I love mine, but it does sag and the fabric is getting worn pretty thin around the joints. I've only had it about three months. I've had better experiences using it outside, although not in high wind, and always up against a wall (or as close to hugging a wall as the backdrop can get - maybe a foot or two away on account of the tripod legs). Maybe the little one doesn't sag as much.
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keeblem Inner circle Essex, UK 1167 Posts |
They're great - but not suitable for outside IMO.
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Potty the Pirate Inner circle 4632 Posts |
The backdrops are fab, but the only safe way to use any backdrop outdoors is either inside an enclosed gazebo or marquee, or if you have scaffolding or other secure structure to which you can fix your backdrop. Due to the large surface area of a backdrop, even the slightest gust of wind creates an incredible force (anyone who has ever been sailing will understand just how much force!)
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rjones683 New user 95 Posts |
Has anyone had the backdrop for over a year? I am wondering about the durability of the item and if it can hold up to constant usage.
Regards, R |
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under6 New user 54 Posts |
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On 2011-08-25 07:56, rjones683 wrote: After talking with Jeff, I found out that I bought used, one of the earliest backdrops. When purchased, it it had a small areas of material that had worn through at the fold joints. I had a local seamstress reinforce this area and it cost me less than $10.00. I have used it for 2 years, and this summmer it was used every weekday, and also on some weekends, and it still gets the WOWs, from the kids when it goes up. The carrying case is about ready to be replaced, as the zipper is pulling away from the material - but it has lasted for years. I had to replace a knob and Jeff took care of that very quickly. I would definitely recommend this backdrop. |
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Potty the Pirate Inner circle 4632 Posts |
I've used mine for about 1000 shows, and it's still going strong. I replaced the carry bag with 2 canvas bags, which provide better protection and are much easier to get on and off - one covers each end, with a large overlap.
The tripod did need some work about a year ago, and I once tightened the nuts at the joints. Otherwise, no maintenance, and it still looks like brand new - even though the fabric has worn at the joints, that is to the rear of the drop. |
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rjones683 New user 95 Posts |
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On 2011-08-27 04:44, Potty the Pirate wrote: I would then say that it can stand up to the daily grind! Regards, R |
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Balloon&MagicGuy New user 33 Posts |
I have one too and use it regularly, at least 1-2 times a week. I have the larger backdrop.
I have had mine for about 8 months. I do have some wear and tear on the hinged areas, but I also got them reinforced by a seamstress. The zipper on the bag also had to be reinforced. I finally got the hang of folding it up, so it fits the bag perfectly. I also had to tighten the hinges of the backdrop because it was sagging, but it wasn't that difficult to tighten it. I also wouldn't recommend using it outdoors too. The possibility of the wind tossing it and breaking is not worth it. It could also hurt someone. That's why insurance is so important. Anyways, I get lots of compliments about the backdrop. It really makes any magician look like a top notch performer. The backdrop can also be modified because lots of the material is attached via velcro and can be removed. Also, some of the curtains can be folded over if you just needed a black backdrop too. Jeff Jones has also added some additional backdrop designs with LED lighting. Nice! BalloonMagicGuy |
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MrGreggy Loyal user 213 Posts |
Slightly off-topic, but are speakers available which are lite-weight enough to be mounted on the ends of the cross bars on the backdrop? If not, I could just mount a single speaker in the middle (after attaching an extension rod), but I'd prefer two speakers.
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Matt Adams Special user Harvest, AL 827 Posts |
Eh...I probably wouldn't mount speakers on the sides of this thing. Just get two small tripod stands and put them to the sides of the backdrop. It'll be safer all around for you.
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iwillfoolu Special user Upstate NY, USA 746 Posts |
Forget mounting speakers on the sides. That would make the backdrop unstable and unsafe.
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Aaron Smith Magic Inner circle Portland, OR 1447 Posts |
I use a pipe and drape backdrop outside, and it holds up very well. No ropes, or bricks, or sandbags. The base plates are pretty heavy and solid. I got it from a website that sells trade show supplies, and it was only 200 bucks (on sale), and came with a carrying bag. Looks like they've gone up in price a little bit since I've bought mine tho.
http://www.onlineeei.com/drapes.cfm |
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