SMDV Alpha II Speedbox-A80B Dodecagon Softbox 80 cm for Bowens with Metal-Speedring Nr. SBX-3109

Foldable SMDV Alpha II Speedbox-A80B with maximum flexibility
The SMDV Alpha II Speedbox-A80B dodecagon Softbox with 80cm diameter is versatile in the studio and on location photography. The dodecagonal softbox delivers for portrait, beauty and fashion shots coveted soft, uniform light. Depending on the desired lighting characteristics populate the light formers with or without inner and front diffuser or with the optional grid (Honeycomb).
For transportation from the studio to location shooting, take the light shaper not completely apart, but fold it using the SMDV folding system together in a handy and transportable size. After closing it remains (including diffusers) in the state ready for use. In this video you can see how easy and time-saving is to be assembled and dismantled.

Adapter system for universal use
Similarly, flexible and cost-conscious SMDV conceived the Speedbox in terms of connection. For use with studio flash units and flash heads from various suppliers all you need is another softbox adapter instead of each new (expensive) Speedrings. The adapter screw firmly on the refractory metal speedring.
With the supplied Bowens quick-change bayonet adapter the softbox adjusts flash devices with Bowens S-mount.

Harder to softes light - as desired
The softbox has with her flattering, beautifully soft light and smooth transitions to the shadows a firm place in the portrait, beauty and fashion photography. Through its twelve-sided form the popular round, natural acting reflexes (catchlights) in the eyes of the model as more widely.
About the use of diffusers and the separately sold SMDV Grid You have a lot of leeway in the design of light. It ranges from harder shadows until velvety illumination. Without clamped diffusers reflected from the silver inner coating flash is colder and more severe. Only indoor and front diffuser sprinkle it and give it its soft character. For harder, higher contrast, more oriented to the center light insert the Honeycomb.

afloat opened and closed with the folding system SMDV
The proven folding system perfected the SMDV softboxes. The focus is on the stable speed aluminum ring, the problems with the operation of "hot" Einstelllichtern up to 300 watts of power can withstand. The ripstop used for the cover like nylon is extremely durable and resistant to wear and keeps the everyday stresses perfect state.
Before the initial use, prepare the Speedbox by sliding the steel struts in the movably mounted metal sleeves at Speed ​​Ring. With the elastic loops of the fabric they fix the strut to the small hook. To open the individual struts in the recesses provided in the Speed ​​Ring - done!

The closing comes on faster than equip. Press the paired quick release latches on the speed ring back together and works Speedbox a to a manageable size.

Complete set for mobile use

For mobile use, the included padded carrying bag is ideal. Thanks to generous dimensions you bring one or more folded softbox, speed ring (s), softbox adapter, diffusers and Grid (s) in their under.

Note: The illustrated flash and tripod is not inclusive.

All benefits at a glance:
• Soft, even light
• Natural eye reflexes (catchlights) in portraits, beauty, fashion
• Practical folding system for quick assembly and disassembly
• Heat-resistant aluminum-Speed ​​Ring for Einstelllichter up to 300 watts
• Durable, wear-resistant nylon fabric
• Removable inner and front diffuser
• Optional grid (Honeycomb) for harder, more targeted light
• Bowens S-type quick-change bayonet adapter inclusive
And easy to carry • Low volume

Technical details:
• softbox Shape: dodecagonal (dodecagonal)
• Softbox Dimensions: 80 x 80 x 40 cm (W x H x D)
• Material: Aluminum (Speed ​​ring), steel (struts)
• Total weight: 1,1 kg
• Pack size of the bag: 74 x 20 x 20 cm (L x W x H)

Delivery:
• 1 x SMDV Alpha II Speedbox-A80B
• 1 x front diffuser, white
• 1 x internal diffuser, white
• 1 x speedring
• 1 x Bowens S-type quick-change bayonet adapter
• 1 x carrying bag with shoulder strap