Yes — the Manfrotto 190XPROB is generally a solid first tripod. The community feedback says it is sturdy, versatile, and much more rigid than cheaper aluminium tripods. Its standout feature is the center column that can swing horizontal, which is useful for shooting downward at documents or tabletop subjects.

The tradeoff is weight: several users note that it is fairly heavy, and it is not a full-height tripod. Still, it is tall and stable enough for most uses.

For the head, avoid going too cheap. One answer specifically mentions regretting an underpowered mini ball head. A 3-way head like the Manfrotto 804RC2 is good if you want controlled adjustments and panning, while a ball head or trigger-grip head is better if you want faster repositioning.

If you do not need the horizontal center column feature, the 190XB was noted as a similar option without that feature. Overall, the 190XPROB is a dependable choice for a first tripod as long as you're comfortable with the extra weight and budget appropriately for a decent head.