Because I had it and it's super sturdy, I use a Losmandy GM8 tripod (the LW model) with a 12-in riser. I also happened to have the adapter plate I needed from another device--but it's just a plate with a standard 3/8" through hole. My payload on the AM3 weighs 7.5kg (16.5 lb.). This is probably a more robust setup than you need! But I wouldn't trade it for anything.
