BRAUN VLOG Halterung VLM1: Mounting a Phone and Accessories

By BRAUN Photo Technik Germany – Seit 1915 | Published: 2026-11-03

Category: Handleidingen

A practical step-by-step guide to mounting a smartphone and cold-shoe accessories on the BRAUN VLOG Halterung VLM1, with the 1/4" thread and screw checks that prevent wobble.

Quick answer

Mount your phone on the VLM1 using the supplied 1/4" screw, attach lights or microphones to the cold shoe, and fix the whole assembly to a tripod via one of the two 1/4" threads on the base. Tighten each connection by hand and check for play before you start recording.

Why the VLM1's thread layout matters for vlogging

The VLM1 puts the phone on top and gives you two 1/4" threads underneath plus a cold shoe on the bracket. That means the phone, a light and a microphone can all ride on one tripod head instead of three separate clamps. The trade-off is that every extra accessory adds leverage, so the base thread and the shoe are the two joints you need to check most carefully.

The VLM1 does not include a phone clamp in the supplied facts, so plan on using your existing holder or a clamp with a 1/4" thread. If you don't have one, the VLM1 alone won't grip a bare phone.

Cold shoe vs. 1/4" thread: choosing the right attachment point

Use the cold shoe for accessories that have a matching shoe foot, such as a small LED light or a compact microphone with a shoe adapter. Use the 1/4" screw on top for cameras or a phone clamp with a threaded socket. The two 1/4" threads on the bottom are for mounting the bracket to a tripod, monopod or quick-release plate.

A common mistake is forcing a 1/4" accessory into the cold shoe or clamping a shoe-foot device with the screw. Neither connection is designed for that, and it can damage the bracket or leave the accessory loose.

Step-by-step: mounting your phone and accessories on the VLM1

Attach the phone clamp to the 1/4" screw: Thread your phone clamp or camera onto the 1/4" screw on the top of the VLM1 and turn until it seats firmly by hand. Do not overtighten; the screw is meant to be hand-tight, not wrench-tight. Check that the clamp sits flush against the bracket with no gap before inserting the phone.
Secure the phone in the clamp: Open the clamp, seat the phone centered over the screw, and close it so the phone cannot twist or slide. If your clamp has a locking ring, tighten it now. Give the phone a gentle twist test; any movement means the clamp or screw needs another quarter turn.
Mount the VLM1 to your tripod: Choose one of the two 1/4" threads on the underside and thread it onto your tripod or quick-release plate. Use the thread that lets the phone face the direction you need without the bracket blocking the screen. Confirm the bracket is fully seated on the tripod head; a partially engaged thread is the most common cause of wobble.
Add accessories to the cold shoe: Slide the shoe foot of your light or microphone into the cold shoe until it stops, then tighten the shoe's locking screw if it has one. Keep heavier accessories as close to the bracket as possible. If the accessory can slide out by hand, it is not locked; re-seat it before recording.
Balance and test the full rig: Set the tripod head to a loose drag, check that the rig stays put when you let go, and tighten the head. Then record a ten-second test clip and review it for shake or sag. Re-check the 1/4" screw and cold shoe after the first test clip; they can settle once the rig is under load.

VLM1 at a glance

BRAUN VLOG Halterung VLM1 mit Zubehörschuh, 2x 1/4" Gewinde und 1x 1/4" Schraube: The VLM1 has a cold shoe for mounting additional accessories such as a video light or microphone. You can keep your light and mic on the same bracket as the phone instead of adding separate clamps.
BRAUN VLOG Halterung VLM1 mit Zubehörschuh, 2x 1/4" Gewinde und 1x 1/4" Schraube
BRAUN VLOG Halterung VLM1 mit Zubehörschuh, 2x 1/4" Gewinde und 1x 1/4" Schraube: It provides two 1/4" threads on the underside and one 1/4" screw for cameras or smartphones. The dual threads let you choose between two tripod mounting points, while the screw secures the phone or camera on top.