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Manhasset 50CA Concertino Orchestral stand

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  • Lower-height orchestral music stand with built-in accessory shelf
  • Ideal for cellists, guitarists, chamber ensembles, younger players and schools
  • Extra storage for pencils, reeds, rosin, valve oil and other essentials
  • Knob-free adjustment with a 40 to 71cm desk ledge height range
  • Made in Yakima, Washington, USA
  • Covered by the Manhasset Lifetime Warranty
  • Product information
  • Specifications
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The Manhasset Orchestral Concertino music stand

The Manhasset Orchestral Concertino combines the practical accessory shelf of the Orchestral stand with a significantly lower playing height, making it an excellent choice for cellists, guitarists, chamber ensembles, younger musicians and other seated players.

It retains the solid aluminium desk, heavy-gauge steel base and famous knob-free adjustment system associated with Manhasset concert stands, while the additional shelf beneath the desk provides a convenient place for pencils, reeds, rosin, valve oil, bows and other small essentials.

With the desk ledge adjustable from approximately 40 to 71cm above the floor, the Orchestral Concertino is particularly useful in schools, orchestras and ensembles where musicians need their music positioned lower than a conventional concert stand allows.

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Covered by the Manhasset Lifetime Warranty

Manhasset music stands are built for long-term use and are backed by a Lifetime Warranty. It is important reassurance for schools, orchestras and musicians investing in equipment that may be used every day for many years.

The 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.

Warranty terms and conditions apply.

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Made for seated orchestral players

The lower height of the Orchestral Concertino makes it particularly well suited to cellists, guitarists, chamber musicians and younger players who may find a conventional orchestral stand too tall.

Its working height also makes it a useful addition to school music departments and ensembles where different instruments and age groups require a wider range of stand heights.

For musicians who need the same accessory shelf at a conventional concert stand height, the Manhasset Orchestral stand is also available.

Close up of extra storage lip holding reeds, pencils, and digital metronome

Extra storage built into the desk

The defining feature of the Orchestral range is the additional shelf positioned beneath the main music ledge. It provides a dedicated place for the small items musicians regularly need throughout rehearsals and performances.

Pencils, reeds, rosin, valve oil and other accessories can be kept within easy reach without taking up valuable space on the main desk, leaving more room for scores, folders and music books.

Person adjusting stand height

Designed for lower playing positions

The desk ledge adjusts from approximately 40 to 71cm above the floor, with a maximum overall height of approximately 103cm. This lower working range allows musicians to position their music comfortably while remaining seated.

It makes the Orchestral Concertino particularly useful for instruments and ensembles where a standard-height music stand can place the score unnecessarily high.

Person adjusting stand height with one hand

Knob-free height adjustment

The Orchestral Concertino 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.

The friction-tilt neck allows the desk angle to be changed just as easily before holding it securely in place. For schools and ensembles where stands are regularly adjusted for different musicians, this makes setup considerably quicker and removes the knobs and fittings that are so often damaged or lost on conventional music stands.

School orchestra on stage with Manhasset stands

Built for demanding everyday use

The Orchestral Concertino uses the same substantial construction found throughout the Manhasset concert stand range, providing the strength and stability required for regular educational and professional use.

The solid aluminium desk provides plenty of room for scores, folders and music books, while the additional accessory shelf keeps smaller items separate and easy to reach. The stand can support up to 4kg of music while remaining practical to move around a rehearsal or teaching space.

Concertina Orchestral music stand

Stable, but still easy to move

The Orchestral Concertino is designed primarily as a permanent or semi-permanent concert music stand rather than a folding travel stand. Its lower overall height does, however, make it particularly manageable around classrooms, rehearsal rooms and performance spaces.

For organisations building a collection of Manhasset stands, it provides a useful specialist option alongside standard-height Symphony and Orchestral stands.

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Made in Yakima, Washington

Manhasset has been manufacturing music stands since 1935 and has been based in Yakima, Washington since the early 1940s. The Orchestral Concertino brings together two practical developments of the classic Manhasset design: a lower playing height and additional storage for the accessories musicians need close at hand.

Like the wider Manhasset range, it is built around straightforward adjustment, quality materials and dependable construction for musicians, schools, orchestras and performance venues.

Orchestral Concertino or Orchestral?

Both stands feature the same useful accessory shelf and dependable Manhasset construction. The important difference is height. Choose the Orchestral Concertino for cellists, guitarists, younger players and other seated musicians who need their music positioned lower, or the Orchestral stand for a conventional concert music stand height.

Assembly instructions

Manhasset Assembly Instructions

Full instructions with videos for Manhasset music stands and accessories can be found on the assembly instructions page.

Frequently asked questions

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Concertino Orchestral stand

The desk and accessory shelf are the same size, but the Concertino shaft sits around 25 cm lower across its adjustment range. It is designed for seated rather than standing use.

It weighs approximately 3.6 kg, or 8 lb.

Yes, particularly when a standard stand cannot be lowered enough for a comfortable reading position. Its full-sized desk still provides plenty of room as the pupil progresses.

The ledge adjusts from approximately 41 to 71 cm from the floor, or 16 to 28 inches. Its maximum overall height is about 103 cm.

It combines the low height of a Concertino stand with the Orchestral model's double-lip desk and accessory shelf.

The desk is approximately 51 cm wide by 32 cm high, with the familiar full-sized Manhasset music surface and an additional lower shelf.

It is ideal for cellists, guitarists, chamber musicians, stage bands and other seated players who need their music lower while keeping accessories within easy reach.

Care and maintenance

Often, yes. Replacement parts are available for many models, and worn cosmetic finishes can sometimes be carefully prepared and refinished. Avoid altering working mechanisms in a way that could affect safety or warranty coverage.

Wipe the desk, shaft and base with a soft, slightly damp cloth, then dry them. Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents and products that could damage the powder-coated finish or enter the clutch mechanism.

No. Do not apply oil or lubricant to the height-adjustment shaft, as this can reduce the holding power of the friction-grip clutch.

Check the carton and packing materials carefully, as small fixings can remain inside. Contact the supplying retailer promptly with the model and order details if anything is missing.

The tapered nut inside the shaft may have become unseated during transport. Fully compress the shaft, remove the base bolt, firmly tap the chrome end on a hard surface to reseat the nut, then reassemble and tighten the bolt.

Do not add lubricant to the outside of the shaft. Follow the model-specific troubleshooting instructions or contact Manhasset UK for guidance.

Choosing a stand

Selected models are available in a range of powder-coated colours, although UK availability varies. Custom colours may also be possible for larger projects, subject to quantity and lead time.

Standard Manhasset stands are robust but still manageable to carry between rooms. They are not designed to fold as small as a wire stand, so the Voyager with a foldable base, is the better choice for frequent travel.

Yes. Manhasset stands are widely used in orchestras, theatres, studios, rehearsal rooms and concert venues because they provide a stable, dependable surface for music.

Yes. Their stable bases, simple one-handed adjustment and robust construction make them particularly well suited to classrooms, rehearsal rooms, ensembles and music departments.

Most floor stands arrive in a 3 sections: The base, shaft, and desk, and require straightforward assembly. The necessary fixings are supplied, and model-specific instructions are available.

Yes. A Manhasset is ideal for musicians who want a stable stand that can remain set up and hold books, folders and sheet music securely. The Symphony is usually the best home model.

The shaft uses Manhasset's Magic Finger Clutch, allowing the desk to be raised or lowered with a simple push or pull. The friction-tilt neck holds the desk securely at the chosen angle without a separate tightening knob.

The standard shaft is designed to support approximately 3.6 kg. For heavier applications, the optional Shaft-Lock increases the supported load to around 11.3 kg.

A concert-style stand has a solid desk and a stable floor base rather than a folding wire frame. It is designed for regular rehearsal and performance use, with greater support for music and books.

Manhasset stands use a solid desk, a strong welded base and smooth knob-free adjustment. They are designed for stability and years of regular use, rather than folding into the smallest possible package.

The Symphony is the best all-round choice. Choose the Harmony when compact storage is important, the Voyager for regular travel, the Orchestral for a built-in accessory shelf, or one of the wider conductor models for large and multi-page scores.

Lifetime warranty

No. Under the manufacturer's current warranty, music stand carts are covered for 10 years and music accessories are generally covered for one year. Rechargeable LED lamps are also covered for one year, excluding normal battery-pack life.

Yes. Keep your order confirmation, invoice or receipt, as proof of purchase may be required to confirm the purchaser and purchase date.

Manhasset music stands purchased in 2012 or later are covered against defects in materials or workmanship for the lifetime of the original purchaser, subject to the manufacturer's warranty terms.

Contact Manhasset UK or the retailer that supplied the product with your proof of purchase, model details and a clear description of the problem. Photos may be requested, and the product should not be returned until instructions have been provided.

It means the period during which the original purchaser continues to own the music stand. The warranty does not automatically transfer to a later owner.

It covers faults that Manhasset determines were caused by defective materials or workmanship during the applicable warranty period.

The warranty excludes shipping damage, neglect, misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear, unauthorised alterations and consumable components such as bulbs or batteries.

The manufacturer's stated warranty for music stands purchased before 2012 is 10 years from the original purchase date.

If a fault is accepted as covered by the warranty, Manhasset may choose to repair or replace the defective product without charge to the original purchaser.

What makes Manhasset stands special

A durable product that can be maintained and repaired may need replacing far less often. That long service life can reduce waste compared with repeatedly buying short-lived stands.

It reflects the manufacturer's confidence in the materials and workmanship. It also gives the original purchaser a clear route to repair or replacement if an eligible manufacturing defect develops.

Yes. Replacement desks, shafts, bases and other components are available for many models, so damage to one part does not necessarily mean replacing the complete stand.

Yes. The same qualities that help in a school, including stability, simple adjustment and durability, are equally valuable in studios, orchestras, theatres and concert halls.

Yes. The broad desk and deep ledge can support folders, books, tablets and rehearsal notes, provided the total load stays within the stand's rated capacity.

Classic models use a heavy-gauge welded steel base designed to provide dependable balance and withstand repeated institutional use.

The people making the stands have a direct stake in the company and its reputation, reinforcing the care, consistency and pride behind production.

It is the internal friction mechanism that lets the desk move up or down with a simple push or pull, then holds it securely without a tightening knob.

It allows the desk angle to be changed smoothly and held in position without loosening and retightening a separate handle.

Manhasset stands are made in Yakima, Washington, where the company has been based since the early 1940s.

Many classic models use a lightweight tempered aluminium desk that combines rigidity with manageable weight. Specialist models may use materials such as durable ABS or clear polycarbonate.

Removing external height and angle knobs makes adjustment faster and reduces the number of small parts that can loosen, break or go missing during everyday use.

Manhasset stands are built as long-term equipment, not a temporary accessory. Their robust construction, replaceable parts and lifetime warranty for qualifying music stands mean one purchase can support decades of music-making.

The solid rectangular desk, three-foot base and knob-free shaft have been used in music rooms and performance venues for generations, making the design instantly familiar to many musicians.

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