{"product_id":"man4901","title":"Manhasset Director music stand with double layer desk","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg class=\"bigger\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/MAN4901_1.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of director stand showing books of music in the storage compartment with person placing music on the desk\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eThe Manhasset Director music stand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Manhasset Director takes the proven design of the Symphony and adds a generous storage compartment behind the music desk, making it particularly well suited to conductors, musical directors, teachers and ensemble leaders who need more music and materials close at hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eApart from the additional storage, the Director shares the familiar Manhasset construction and adjustment system, including its solid aluminium desk, heavy-gauge steel base and famous knob-free height adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor rehearsals, performances and teaching where several scores, books or sets of notes may be needed at once, the Director provides the space of a specialist conducting stand while retaining the strength and simplicity of the classic Manhasset concert music stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/manhasset_warranty.jpg\" alt=\"Lifetime warranty logo\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eCovered by the Manhasset Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eManhasset music stands are built for long-term use and are backed by a Lifetime Warranty. It is important reassurance for schools, orchestras, venues and conductors investing in equipment that may be used every day for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe reason Manhasset can offer that reassurance is simple: these stands have been proven in music rooms and concert venues around the world for decades. Put simply, they do not break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/lifetime-warranty\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWarranty terms and conditions apply.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/man-dir-conductor_desc.jpg\" alt=\"Person conducting behind the Director stand\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eDesigned for conductors and musical directors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eConductors often need considerably more than a single score during a rehearsal. The Director gives extra space for spare music, full scores, books, rehearsal notes, pencils and other materials while keeping the main desk clear and ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is a particularly practical choice for orchestras, concert bands, choirs, schools and music services where the conductor's stand forms a permanent part of the rehearsal or performance setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/man-dir-storage_desc.jpg\" alt=\"Scores in the stand compartment and music open on desk with conductors baton\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eExtra storage behind the desk\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe defining feature of the Director is the additional layer positioned behind the main music desk. This creates a useful storage compartment for spare scores, books and stationery without reducing the working area available to the conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMaterials can remain organised and within easy reach throughout rehearsals and performances, making it much easier to move between pieces, notes and reference material without needing a separate table or additional stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/MAN4901_3.jpg\" alt=\"Person adjusting the music stand\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eKnob-free height adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eLike the Symphony, the Director uses Manhasset's famous knob-free adjustment system. The Magic Finger Clutch allows the stand to be raised or lowered simply by moving the desk into position, without needing to loosen or tighten an adjustment knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe friction-tilt neck allows the desk angle to be changed just as easily before holding it securely in place. This allows the stand to be positioned quickly for rehearsing, conducting or score study without interrupting the flow of a rehearsal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/man-school-orch_desc.jpg\" alt=\"School orchestra on stage with Manhasset stands\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBuilt for demanding everyday use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Director uses the same substantial Manhasset construction found across the professional concert stand range, providing the strength and stability required for regular educational and professional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe solid aluminium desk provides plenty of room for large scores and folders, while the additional compartment accommodates further music and materials behind it. This makes the Director particularly useful where substantial scores and multiple pieces of music need to be managed throughout a rehearsal or performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/MAN4901_5.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of Director stand\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eStable, but still easy to move\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Director is designed primarily as a permanent or semi-permanent concert music stand rather than a folding travel stand. Despite its larger desk assembly and approximately 4.55kg weight, it remains straightforward to move between rehearsal rooms, teaching spaces and performance areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe desk can also be tilted fully back when required, helping to make the stand more manageable when being moved or stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"description-block\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/description_images\/man-yakima_desc.jpg\" alt=\"Hills and fields of Yakima Washington\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"text\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eMade in Yakima, Washington\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eManhasset has been manufacturing music stands since 1935 and has been based in Yakima, Washington since the early 1940s. The Director builds on the same straightforward engineering and durable construction that established the Symphony as one of the world's best-known professional music stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts additional score storage is a practical development designed around the needs of conductors and musical directors, while retaining the strength, stability and simple adjustment associated with Manhasset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDirector or Symphony?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Director and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/man4801\"\u003eSymphony\u003c\/a\u003e share the same familiar Manhasset adjustment system and dependable construction. The important difference is storage. Choose the Director if you need space for additional scores, books and rehearsal materials behind the main desk, or the Symphony for the classic Manhasset music desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAssembly instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.frederickhyde.com\/customer_downloads\/manhasset-assembly-instructions.pdf\" class=\"manual-in-description\" data-document-title=\"Manhasset Assembly Instructions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eManhasset Assembly Instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFull instructions with videos for Manhasset music stands and accessories can be found on the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/assembly-instructions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eassembly instructions page.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manhasset","offers":[{"title":"A1","offer_id":53105871094069,"sku":"MAN4901","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/4765\/0101\/files\/MAN4901_11_bbc743ff-c312-4177-926d-0593a38cc02b.jpg?v=1783503303","url":"https:\/\/www.manhassetstands.co.uk\/products\/man4901","provider":"Manhasset Stands UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}