I have been looking hard for a proper tripod to use with my Home Theatre microphone to make precise measurements. And this it!I first got a mic stand boom only to be disappointed at the lack of accuracy for what I needed. Sure good for a concert but not for precise movement measurements.For Home Theatre calibration, I need to take precise measurements within a tridimensional space. Say within 10cm of each other and this is very hard to do correctly without the right tool.This tripod is awesome, it allows me to set the Audio and Video Receiver microphone precisely over the main listening position or other. Then take the next measurement 10cm to the right then left, then 10cm above, below etc consequently. Just by looking at the measurements on the tripod itself.It is very smooth, so if you are filming as well is perfect.I imagine that this tripod would be perfect for something like stop motion filming for example.It comes with a very fancy carrying bag and even an ok instructions manual.I have to say that the quality of this tripod is really making me reconsider the quality of what is coming from China.I can't fault it and I love it. And the price is just right too. Highly recommended.