I already have a light stand and several speedlites (430EX II and SB700/SB600). To be able to fully appreciate this softbox, what else do I need? In terms of gear, do I need something like Manfrotto 026 or similar, a Stroborame bracket shoe mount, and better speedlite (SB910, 600ex-rt)? Thanks. I already have a light stand and several speedlites (430EX II and SB700/SB600). To be able to fully appreciate this softbox, what else do I need? In terms of gear, do I need something like... » Read More I already have a light stand and several speedlites (430EX II and SB700/SB600). To be able to fully appreciate this softbox, what else do I need? In terms of gear, do I need something like Manfrotto 026 or similar, a Stroborame bracket shoe mount, and better speedlite (SB910, 600ex-rt)? Thanks. « Show Less
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You do need the Manfrotto 026 to be able to mount it to the light stand. You don't need a different flash. I use an SB600 or a Sunpak 383 all the time with great results.
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Invest in Yongnuo transceivers to triggers (available in Canon and Nikon flavors.). If you get one YN-622-N (N is for Nikon, which I assume you are shooting) for mounting to the speedlight, and then get the YN-622-N-TX for the camera, you will be able to control your flash output from the camera on any TTL capable flash (e.g., Sb600 or Sb700). When the speedlight is mounted inside the softbox it is a pain in the butt to change the settings when in Manual Mode. In TTL mode it is not as big an issue.
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I have a bracket that I can mount 3-4 flashes. One thing you may want to get is the Paul C. Buff Baby Boomer arm. It allows you to get more tilt on the soft box. Without the arm your tilt is very limited. This is my favorite modifier. I use it flashes and studio strobes.
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You will need to be "hard wired" with a sync cord and the flash in manual. The smaller flashes should be fine depending on your ISO and f stop. with a dual strobe bracket you can fire two flashes at once and double your output. Consider purchasing a monolight stobe in the softbox to make use of the modeling light. try these products: Cowboystudio 400 Watt Photography Studio Monolight, Studio Strobe Light with 75 W Model LampDSLRKIT Dual / Triple Flash Bracket Umbrella Holder Light Stand shoe 1/4" ScrewHope it helps Paul. You will need to be "hard wired" with a sync cord and the flash in manual. The smaller flashes should be fine depending on your ISO and f stop. with a dual strobe bracket you can fire two flashes at once and double your output. Consider purchasing a monolight stobe in the softbox to make use of the modeling light. try these products: Cowboystudio 400 Watt Photography Studio Monolight, Studio Strobe Light with 75 W Model LampDSLRKIT Dual / Triple Flash Bracket... » Read More You will need to be "hard wired" with a sync cord and the flash in manual. The smaller flashes should be fine depending on your ISO and f stop. with a dual strobe bracket you can fire two flashes at once and double your output. Consider purchasing a monolight stobe in the softbox to make use of the modeling light. try these products: Cowboystudio 400 Watt Photography Studio Monolight, Studio Strobe Light with 75 W Model LampDSLRKIT Dual / Triple Flash Bracket Umbrella Holder Light Stand shoe 1/4" ScrewHope it helps Paul. « Show Less
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Isn't it a little big to use on a T2i? Just get a hotshoe bracket and you should be able to fit it on a flash shoe... but again, it's a bit unwieldy to use on top of a small DSLR.
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Unless you ordered a Yongnuo flash that has the Minolta/Sony foot, you'll need a trigger that has the Minolta/Sony foot, and a receiver that has a regular (ISO) shoe. These radio triggers are an excellent way to get Sony cameras to trigger other flashes. Just have to have a trigger that fits Sony, and a receiver that fits everything else.
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This is the modifier only. You have to provide your own speed light from Canon or Nikon or some off brand. You can use any light stand that you want. I would just make sure to use sand bags to help hold it down and in place or utilize an assistant.
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The bottom of the head unit of this speed light remote has a standard tripod mount. Screw it right onto the too of your flash bracket.
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Softboxes mount to the light, not to a stand. That is why you have to buy one with a speed ring for your light.
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I use Canon 600 speedlights on the Rapid Box as it comes with an adapter which fits with most speedlights and even the bigger ones like the Canon 600. However, it is a tight fit for the 600 and using it with a hotshoe trigger might create problems (I use the Canon ST-E3-RT to control the flash). Some radio transmitters will work as they can be hung by the side. Hope this helps.
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I recently bought a Flashpoint RL600b Monolight from Adorama. There were two versions of the light. The one I chose had a "b" on the end (i.e. RL600b) because it was the one with a Bowens S mount. The other had a proprietary mount. I believe you have to specify whether or not you want the Bowens mount, so the original poster asking the question may have the other one.
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The universal ring should fit almost any strobe. Be aware that the soft box is not just large, but very heavy, use a strong stand. The weight of the softbox broke the mount of a similarly priced studio strobe I used. Be sure the mount for your strobe is metal or you may lose a strobe.
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I use the Speedlite for my 7 D and have no exprrience with other Canon body. Sorry. It is great with my camera. No worry with underpower.
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I wouldn't use it with anything heavier than a speedlight and modest softbox (I have my assistant use ours with an SB-910 and a westcott rapid box)
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I would not recommend it. I tried using a boom with a speedlite in medium softbox with a sandbag and the stand broke. Specifically, the plastic plug that creates the air cushion came out because the screw that held it in place broke. The stand is useless now. I've had 2 of these stands break. If you want to support only a speedlite and an umbrella you would be OK, but with any modifiers and ballast, they will break. I finally bought a C-Stand. Best purchase ever since C-Stands can hold a lot of weight and they are built like tanks. A C-Stand costs about $100 but at the rate I was breaking the Ravelli stands, I think they are actually cheaper in the long run. Cheers! I would not recommend it. I tried using a boom with a speedlite in medium softbox with a sandbag and the stand broke. Specifically, the plastic plug that creates the air cushion came out because the screw that held it in place broke. The stand is useless now. I've had 2 of these stands break. If you want to support only a speedlite and an umbrella you would be OK, but with any modifiers and ballast, they will break. I finally bought a C-Stand. Best purchase ever since C-Stands can hold a lot of weight and they are built like tanks. A C-Stand costs about $100 but at the rate I was breaking... » Read More I would not recommend it. I tried using a boom with a speedlite in medium softbox with a sandbag and the stand broke. Specifically, the plastic plug that creates the air cushion came out because the screw that held it in place broke. The stand is useless now. I've had 2 of these stands break. If you want to support only a speedlite and an umbrella you would be OK, but with any modifiers and ballast, they will break. I finally bought a C-Stand. Best purchase ever since C-Stands can hold a lot of weight and they are built like tanks. A C-Stand costs about $100 but at the rate I was breaking the Ravelli stands, I think they are actually cheaper in the long run. Cheers! « Show Less
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The pin is on the bottom so doesn't affect where the speedlite mounts. The pin is probably designed to mate to one of Stroboframe's brackets. I have this adapter sitting on a 3/8" to 1/4" adapter (so it'll fit my light stand's stud). The adapter measures 16mm across and the pin doesn't interfere.
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Not sure why you would want to add a Frio to this kit. If you're using a "standard" speedlight with this, the included bracket should hold your flash securely (I've never had one fall off). If you're concerned about light spilling around the junction of the softbox and flash head, use some gaffers tape to cover the gaps. Is this what you're asking?
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It actually comes with a mounting stud , so if your accessory/diffuser or whatever screws onto a stud, you can pretty much put anything in there. I've got a 5 tube softbox on and don't even need a counterweight. At least I haven't yet. This this weighs a ton and unless your strobe is heavier then mine you won't need much in the way of counterweight, but also keep in mind I don't have the room to extend it fully. If you do that, you probably wil need a counterweight.
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Those brackets seem really, really custom fit to each camera/grip combo. I just ended up getting the Manfrotto L bracket so I could swap it between the 5d and 7d. It doesn't fit as well as the RRS or Kirk, but I only have to buy one.
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To use a soft box on any strobe you need a speed ring. This model strobe uses a Bowen speed ring mount.