Libec Flagship Studio Pedestal System: High-Capacity Broadcast Platform (GH85 / P110S / PH-8B)

In professional studio broadcasting, live multi-camera television production, and large-scale house of worship streams, camera movements must be flawlessly smooth. When operating heavy shoulder-mount cameras outfitted with massive studio viewfinders, return monitors, and teleprompter systems, traditional tripods can limit on-the-fly vertical adjustments.

The Libec Professional Studio Pedestal System—meticulously configured with the flagship GH85 100mm fluid head, the P110S pneumatic column pedestal, and a dual-set of PH-8B extendable pan bars—is engineered to provide dynamic tracking, precise vertical movement, and zero-gravity camera handling under substantial production loads.

Supporting a robust system payload threshold of 25kg (55.0 lbs), this package represents Libec's pinnacle 100mm configuration for modern television studios, broadcast trucks (OB vans), and live event stages.

1. GH85 Fluid Head: Continuous Counterbalance & Professional Metering

The centerpiece of this system is the Libec GH85, the high-performance successor to the acclaimed RHP85 head. Built from entirely new molds and re-engineered for elite durability, this 100mm fluid head provides studio operators with absolute precision.

• Continuous Perfect Counterbalance: Unlike standard heads with stepped clicks, the GH85 features a fully continuous internal spring adjustment. This allows operators to fine-tune the tension precisely against the unique center of gravity of a heavy prompter or camera package. Once dialed in, the camera floats perfectly at any tilt angle (+90° / -70°), entirely eliminating sudden slumps.

• Integrated Counterbalance Meter: A brilliant professional-grade refinement, the built-in visible meter allows operators to glance instantly at the head's inner spring strength, making on-site camera changes and balancing incredibly fast.

• 8-Step Drag System (7 + Free Mode): The premium, multi-layered metal structure pan and tilt drag features 7 distinct steps of variable friction alongside a zero "free" mode for immediate whip pans. It guarantees jitter-free tracking sweeps without microscopic stutters.

• Base Accessory Ports: The head casting incorporates built-in 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 accessory threads directly on its base. This allows external monitors, tallies, or lights to be rigidly attached without adding to the head's functional payload or throwing off the camera's center of gravity.

2. P110S Pedestal Column: Dual-Mechanism Pneumatic Control

Providing the specialized elevation framework is the Libec P110S Pneumatic Column Pedestal System. This robust column offers a total vertical stroke range of 75cm (29.5") with smooth operational movement.

• Zero-Gravity Pneumatic Lift: The upper section of the 2-stage column is pressurized by compressed air, creating a pneumatic counter-pressure system. An included specialized air pump allows operators to adjust internal pressure to match the exact weight of the camera kit, letting you lift or depress the camera with a gentle hand gesture mid-broadcast.

• Mechanical Lower Lockout: The lower portion utilizes a secure, heavy-duty mechanical locking layout. This provides an absolute, unyielding foundation for fixed-height long shoots, completely isolating the camera from drift.

• Double-Bearing Stability: A double-bearing architecture built into the base of the column entirely prevents unsteady side-to-side micro-movements or physical play caused by sudden vertical adjustments.

3. DL-10RB Dolly & Casters: Precision Studio Tracking

The pedestal base mounts to a heavy-duty, high-rigidity aluminum folding dolly framework featuring large-sized 125mm (4.9") double-wheel casters for fluid, silent floor tracking.

• Directional Tracking Lock Mechanism: To ensure perfectly straight, linear camera dollies or truck shots across the studio floor, the casters feature a directional tracking lock. Locking the caster direction ensures the pedestal moves in a strict straight line, preventing diagonal drift.

• Adjustable Cable Guards: To protect delicate broadcast video feeds and power lines strewn across a control room or stage, the wheels feature integrated, height-adjustable cable guards. These push cables out of the way, preventing the casters from rolling over them and jarring the shot.

• Double-Stopper Braking: High-grade foot-operated double-stoppers instantly lock both the wheel rotation and the axle shafts simultaneously, rendering the pedestal entirely stationary for fixed camera spots.

4. PH-8B Dual Pan Handles: Ergonomic Control

Managing heavy studio setups requires significant physical leverage. This configuration includes a dual set of Libec PH-8B Extendable Pan Bars mounted to both the right and left rosettes of the GH85 head.

The PH-8B handles feature high-traction rubberized grips and an adjustable, telescoping aluminum-alloy shaft that smoothly extends from 400mm to 560mm (15.7" to 22.0"). This added length maximizes leverage, enabling operators to pull off incredibly slow, sweeping panning shots or manage heavy teleprompter packages with minimal physical strain.

Key Technical Specifications:

• System Components: GH85 Fluid Head, P110S Pneumatic Column, DL-10RB Dolly, 2x PH-8B Pan Handles, and Air Pump

• Mounting Interface: Industry-Standard 100mm Bowl

• Maximum System Payload: 25 kg / 55.0 lbs

• Counterbalance Range: Continuous Perfect Balance (9 to 20kg / 20 to 44lbs at C.G. 125mm)

• Counterbalance Assist: Visual Integrated Counterbalance Meter

• Fluid Drag Selection: 7 Selective Steps plus "Free" Zero Mode (Pan & Tilt)

• Elevation Columns: 2-Stage (Upper Column: Pneumatic Air-Driven / Lower Column: Mechanical Lock)

• Vertical Stroke Range: 75 cm / 29.5" (Upper Stroke: 38cm / Lower Stroke: 37cm)

• Operational Height Range: 81 cm to 156 cm / 32.0" to 61.5"

• Caster Wheel Diameter: Large 125 mm / 4.9" Double-Wheels

• Dolly Utilities: Integrated Tracking Locks, Adjustable Cable Guards, and Double-Stoppers

• Total Base Pedestal Weight: 18.1 kg / 39.8 lbs (Excluding fluid head)

Why Choose This Libec Flagship Pedestal System?

If you are looking for a studio camera support investment that delivers uncompromised stability and elite vertical mobility under heavy multi-accessory camera loads, this package is an exceptional choice. By combining the continuous counterbalance accuracy and new metered tracking of the GH85 head, the zero-gravity lift of the P110S pneumatic column, and the cable-guarded tracking of the DL-10RB dolly, Libec provides a broadcast-grade system that guarantees flawless camera motion on live television productions.

Elevate your studio broadcast capabilities—add this Libec Flagship Pneumatic Pedestal System to your studio floor today!