Panther Dual Electronics Deck Mount Bracket and Base 954400DM
Panther Dual Electronics Deck Mount Bracket and Base 954400DM — Product description
The Panther 954400DM Dual Electronics Deck Mount Bracket and Base mounts two fishfinder or sonar / GPS units (up to 12 inches each) on one bow-deck base, in the position over a recessed foot-control pedal where deck space is at a premium. Powder-coated marine-grade aluminum construction. The right mount for tournament bass anglers running two screens at the bow (e.g., one for traditional sonar / mapping and one for live sonar) on a boat where dash space is already full of the OEM helm electronics.
The Panther Dual Electronics Deck Mount Bracket and Base (part 954400DM) is the bow-deck mount for two fishfinder or sonar / GPS units used together, designed specifically for the situation where the angler wants two screens at the bow casting position (one for traditional sonar / mapping / chart, one for live sonar like LiveScope or MEGA Live) without having dedicated dash real estate to mount them. The bracket and base sits on the bow deck and elevates both screens to the angler's eye line during casting. Built around a recessed foot-control pedal cutout so the bracket doesn't fight the trolling motor pedal for deck position.
What this mount actually solves. Modern serious bass and walleye fishing increasingly involves running two screens at the bow casting position. The first screen handles traditional view: chart with depth contours, side imaging or down imaging history, sonar 2D, GPS waypoint navigation. The second screen runs live sonar (any modern live-sonar system) for real-time view of fish around the boat. Two dedicated screens lets the angler keep both views fully maximized rather than splitting one screen into too many small panes. But two screens at the bow need somewhere to mount, and most bass boats and multi-species boats have limited bow real estate after the trolling motor and foot pedal take their share. The Panther 954400DM mount goes where the foot pedal lives - the bracket has a recessed cutout that lets the foot pedal sit underneath while the screens mount above on the bracket arm. Smart use of the same deck space twice.
Holds units up to 12 inches. The bracket accommodates fishfinder / sonar / chartplotter units up to 12 inches in screen size. That's the right capacity for the typical bass boat bow setup: two 9-inch or 10-inch units, or one 9-inch and one 12-inch combo, or two 12-inch units (which gets crowded but fits). For owners running smaller 7-inch units, the mount works the same way with the screens in the same positions. For owners running larger 16-inch helm-style displays, those don't fit the bracket - those are dash-mount only.
Marine-grade aluminum, powder-coated. The bracket itself is marine-grade aluminum (typically 6000-series alloy) with a powder-coat finish. Aluminum gives the strength-to-weight needed to support two screens cantilevered out from the deck base without flexing. The powder-coat finish resists saltwater corrosion and UV damage from years of direct-sun exposure. For boats that fish freshwater, the corrosion concern is lower but the powder-coat finish still keeps the bracket looking new for many seasons. For saltwater boats, the marine-grade aluminum and powder-coat together provide the long service life that matters in the saltwater environment.
Mount design. The base bolts to the bow deck via four mounting holes (or however the install pattern accommodates - many installs use the existing trolling motor mount holes for the base location). The bracket arm extends up from the base to the screen mounting positions. The two screen mounts on the bracket arm let you adjust each screen's tilt angle independently to face the angler's casting position. Cable routing runs down through the bracket arm and out through the base for clean appearance.
Designed to mount over the trolling-motor foot pedal. The base has a cutout that accommodates a typical recessed trolling-motor foot-pedal install. The bracket sits over the pedal area, the pedal still operates normally underneath, and the deck space gets used twice. For boats with a flush-mount or non-recessed foot pedal, the bracket may not fit directly over - check your specific pedal install dimensions against the bracket cutout dimensions before assuming compatibility.
Tournament-grade construction. The mount is designed to handle the loads of fast-running tournament boats: significant bow lift acceleration, high-speed running across rough water, and the constant flexing that bow-mounted equipment sees when the boat catches air across waves. The bracket arm uses a stiff-wall aluminum extrusion that doesn't whip in rough water, and the base mounting plate is thick enough to spread mounting bolt loads without deck stress.
What's in the box. The mount bracket arm, the deck base plate, the two screen mounting plates with adjustable tilt, and the install instruction sheet. Mounting hardware (bolts, washers, nuts, optional backing plates) for attaching the base to the bow deck is sold separately - the right hardware varies by deck construction (cored fiberglass deck vs. aluminum deck vs. solid fiberglass), and Panther leaves it to the installer to source the appropriate hardware for the specific boat.
Compatibility. The bracket's two screen mounts use standard fishfinder mount hole patterns, so most major-brand fishfinder / chartplotter / live-sonar displays bolt directly to the bracket without an adapter. For displays with non-standard mount patterns, you may need an adapter plate (often available from the display manufacturer). Check the display's mounting hole pattern against the bracket's mount slot pattern before assuming compatibility.
Install. Bolt the base to the bow deck in the chosen location (typically over or near the trolling-motor foot pedal). Attach the bracket arm to the base. Mount the two display heads to the bracket's screen mounting plates using the displays' standard mounting bolts. Route the displays' power, transducer, and network cables down through the bracket arm and out through the base. Secure cable runs to the deck with appropriate cable clamps. Total install time is typically 1-2 hours for someone with reasonable mechanical skill.
What this isn't. It's not a dash-mount (it's a bow-deck mount). It's not for a single display (use one of the single-mount Panther brackets for that). It's not for displays larger than 12 inches. It's not the high-end hydraulic-arm tournament mount with full XYZ adjustability (those are 2-3x the price and from different manufacturers). For two fishfinders / sonar units up to 12 inches at the bow casting position, the 954400DM is a strong-value mount choice.
Panther Marine warranty applies. Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock units.
Key Features
- Bow-deck mount bracket and base for two fishfinder / sonar / GPS units used together
- Holds two display units up to 12 inches each
- Designed to mount over a recessed trolling-motor foot pedal (uses the same deck space twice)
- Powder-coated marine-grade aluminum construction
- Independent tilt adjustment on each of the two screen mounts
- Cable routing through the bracket arm and base for clean appearance
- Standard fishfinder mounting hole patterns (most major brands bolt directly)
- Saltwater-rated for long service life in marine environments
- Right mount for tournament setups running traditional sonar + live sonar at the bow
- Manufacturer Part Number 954400DM
- Panther Marine warranty applies
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Panther Marine reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Panther Dual Electronics Deck Mount Bracket and Base for Two Fishfinder / Sonar Displays |
|---|---|
| Brand | Panther Marine |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 954400DM |
| UPC | 628309306021 |
| Type | Bow-deck dual electronics mount |
| Number of Displays Held | 2 |
| Maximum Display Size | 12 inches per display |
| Designed To Mount Over | Recessed trolling-motor foot pedal area |
| Material | Marine-grade aluminum |
| Finish | Powder-coated |
| Tilt Adjustment | Independent on each of the two screen mounts |
| Cable Routing | Internal through bracket arm and base |
| Display Mount Hole Pattern | Standard fishfinder pattern (most major brands compatible) |
| Saltwater Rated | Yes |
| Bracket Weight | ~4 lb |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No (sold separately - varies by deck construction) |
| Warranty | Panther Marine limited |
Frequently asked questions
Why a dual-screen mount at the bow?
Modern serious bass and walleye fishing increasingly involves running two screens at the bow casting position. One screen handles traditional view (chart, sonar 2D, side imaging history, GPS waypoint nav). The second screen runs live sonar (any modern live-sonar system) for real-time view of fish around the boat. Two dedicated screens lets the angler keep both views fully maximized rather than splitting one screen into too-small panes. The 954400DM mount lets you do that without taking up extra deck space - it sits over the trolling-motor foot pedal area where the screens elevate above the pedal.
Will it fit my fishfinder?
It accepts displays up to 12 inches in screen size with standard fishfinder mounting hole patterns. Most major-brand fishfinders, chartplotters, and live sonar displays in the 7-12 inch screen range bolt directly to the bracket. For displays with non-standard mount patterns or for displays larger than 12 inches, you may need an adapter plate or a different mount entirely. Check your display's mounting hole pattern and overall size against the bracket specs before ordering.
Will it fit over my trolling-motor foot pedal?
It's designed for typical recessed trolling-motor foot-pedal installs. The base has a cutout that accommodates the pedal underneath while the bracket sits above. For boats with flush-mount or non-recessed pedal installs, the bracket may not fit directly over - check the bracket cutout dimensions against your specific foot-pedal install before assuming compatibility. Most modern bass boat foot-pedal installs are the recessed style the Panther mount is designed for.
What about cables?
The bracket arm has internal cable routing so power, transducer, and network cables from both displays run down through the arm and out through the base for a clean appearance with no exposed cables. Route the cables during install with enough slack to allow each display's tilt adjustment without pulling on the cable connections.
Can I run two different brands of fishfinder on it?
Yes, as long as both displays use standard mounting hole patterns and both are 12 inches or smaller. Common setups include one chart / mapping helm unit + one live-sonar unit, or any other dual-screen combination, etc. The bracket doesn't care about the brand - it provides the mounting platform and the cable routing, and the displays operate independently.
How does it handle rough water?
The marine-grade aluminum bracket arm uses a stiff-wall extrusion that doesn't whip in rough water (the typical failure mode of cheaper bracket designs is whipping at speed, which can crack the bracket arm or rattle the displays loose). The base mounting plate is thick enough to spread mounting bolt loads without stressing the deck. For typical fast-running tournament use across rough water, the 954400DM is built to take the loads.
What mounting hardware do I need for the base?
Mounting hardware (bolts, washers, nuts, optional backing plates) is sold separately because the right hardware varies by deck construction. Cored fiberglass decks need backing plates to spread the load. Solid fiberglass decks can use through-bolts directly. Aluminum decks may need different bolt-thread engagement. Use stainless steel hardware (not zinc-plated) for marine corrosion resistance. The install instructions describe the typical fastener size and pattern.
How heavy is it?
The bracket itself weighs about 4 lb (boxed). With two 10-inch fishfinders mounted on it, the total assembly weight at the bow is around 15-20 lb depending on the specific displays. That's well within the load capacity of a typical bow deck and well within the 954400DM's structural capacity.
Can I tilt each screen independently?
Yes. Each of the two screen mounts has independent tilt adjustment, so you can angle each display toward your standing or seated casting position individually. Useful when you want one display angled flat for over-the-shoulder reading and the other angled up for direct-line viewing.
How do I install it?
Bolt the base to the bow deck in the chosen location (typically over or near the trolling-motor foot pedal). Attach the bracket arm to the base. Mount the two display heads to the bracket's screen mounting plates using the displays' standard mounting bolts. Route the displays' power, transducer, and network cables down through the bracket arm and out through the base. Secure cable runs to the deck with cable clamps. Total install time is typically 1-2 hours for someone with reasonable mechanical skill.
What's the difference vs. a single-screen mount?
Single-screen mounts hold one display. The 954400DM holds two displays side-by-side on one base. For anglers running just one display at the bow, the single-screen mount is the right choice (and saves money). For anglers running two displays (which is increasingly the standard for serious bass fishing as live sonar adoption has grown), the dual mount provides the necessary mounting capacity.
What's the warranty?
Panther Marine warranty applies. Service runs through the Panther Marine warranty network. Check the warranty document that ships with the bracket for the specific terms.
