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Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC)

  • Price: $579.78
  • Instant Savings: -$204.83
  • Offer ends JUN 1 '13
  • You Pay: $374.95
  • B&H # IMVSD1602SK
  • Mfr# VSD160-2KIII

Product Highlights

  • 320 Total Watt/Seconds
  • 2- 160 Watt/Second Monolights
  • Reflectors, 2- 24x32" Softboxes
  • Sync Cord, Light Stands
 

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This is the Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC). Each basic monolight in this kit has a digital readout coupled with its four-stop power variator. It accepts Bowens monolight reflectors and head accessories. The VSD160 has cushioned touch-pad function control buttons. Power is adjustable in 1/10 stop increments, from full to 1/8 power. Its model light intensity may be controlled coupled to, or independent from the strobe power levels you select.

The Impact VSD160 is a good unit for occasional use by a hobbyist, or beginning professional. It is a good choice for building a system - its built-in optical slave fires the flash without wires, from the light of any other flash system. Its flashtube is good for tens of thousands of pops, and is replaceable.

This two monolight kit includes air cushioned light stands that rise to a maximum of 10 feet, 43" white umbrellas, and sync cord (Mini plug to PC).

Kit Items
    2 x Softbox - 24 x 32" (61 x 80cm)
  • Poles
  • Interior Baffle
  • 1 f/stop front diffusion cloth with Touch Fastener
  • Mounting Ring for Impact or Bowens Monolights (except 100EX)
  • 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty

REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

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ImpactTwo Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC)
 
3.3

(based on 4 reviews)

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  • 4 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (1)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Reviewed by 4 customers

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(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Not bad, worth the price

By DAPhoto

from Detroit, MI

About Me Photo Enthusiast

Verified Reviewer

Pros

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • General Use
      • Indoors
      • Special Events

      Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

      I bought this kit as a hobbyist who wanted to start working with studio lighting and I've been impressed so far with my findings. For portraits and product photography, the 160 wattseconds are more than enough and I especially enjoy the nice rectangular softboxes and the Bowens mount. Flash recycle was good, around 2-3 seconds for most power levels. There are, however, a few small detractors. The PC sync cords are rubbish, you'll be better off getting another two. Also, the stands are a bit iffy. Good when it comes to holding the lights, but I would watch out/sandbag them when raising things up high. There's the beeping noise which, after a while doesn't become much of a problem at all and, a weak modeling light which I've remedied by cranking the thing all the way up and setting my flash power independently. All in all, for the price you're going to pay for these the softboxes are great and the lights have performed flawlessly (sans some PC cord shenanigans.) Great buy if you're a dedicated hobbyist or enthusiast and you can get over the niggling little details.

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      4.0

      No problems

      By Josh

      from Union, KY

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

            I have had this set for around 2 months now. I have had no problems at all. The only complaint and the only reason for four stars is the difficulty in putting together the softboxes. It is extremely tight to get put together. Other than that the stands seem fine and the lights are easy to use once you understand the settings.

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            (3 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            Terrible Terrible Terrible

            By eat apples

            from West LA

            Verified Reviewer

            Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

            I urge everyone DO NOT BUY. The quality is extremely cheap and poorly build. I purchased 3 and have had consistent problems will each one. They can’t support the weight of a medium softbox, numbers in the back will blink on and off, screws are striped and falling off, they make loud beeping noises every time you change a setting. Why are you still considering buying one?????

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            (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            Very decent quality, very good price

            By Camut

            from Caracas, Venezuela

            About Me Semi-Professional

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Durable
            • Easy assembly
            • Easy to Use
            • Economic
            • Reliable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Indoors

              Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

              Light & reliable.
              Is not for the ultimate pro shooting, but it is very decent for portraits and small events. It's very portable and easy to set up.
              Build is decent, stands are up to the task and for the price I could not ask for more.
              Works every time.

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              REVIEW SNAPSHOT®

              by PowerReviews
              ImpactTwo Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC)
               
              3.3

              (based on 4 reviews)

              Ratings Distribution

              • 5 Stars

                 

                (0)

              • 4 Stars

                 

                (3)

              • 3 Stars

                 

                (0)

              • 2 Stars

                 

                (0)

              • 1 Stars

                 

                (1)

              67%

              of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

              Reviewed by 4 customers

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              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Not bad, worth the price

              By DAPhoto

              from Detroit, MI

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • General Use
                  • Indoors
                  • Special Events

                  Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

                  I bought this kit as a hobbyist who wanted to start working with studio lighting and I've been impressed so far with my findings. For portraits and product photography, the 160 wattseconds are more than enough and I especially enjoy the nice rectangular softboxes and the Bowens mount. Flash recycle was good, around 2-3 seconds for most power levels. There are, however, a few small detractors. The PC sync cords are rubbish, you'll be better off getting another two. Also, the stands are a bit iffy. Good when it comes to holding the lights, but I would watch out/sandbag them when raising things up high. There's the beeping noise which, after a while doesn't become much of a problem at all and, a weak modeling light which I've remedied by cranking the thing all the way up and setting my flash power independently. All in all, for the price you're going to pay for these the softboxes are great and the lights have performed flawlessly (sans some PC cord shenanigans.) Great buy if you're a dedicated hobbyist or enthusiast and you can get over the niggling little details.

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                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  No problems

                  By Josh

                  from Union, KY

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

                        I have had this set for around 2 months now. I have had no problems at all. The only complaint and the only reason for four stars is the difficulty in putting together the softboxes. It is extremely tight to get put together. Other than that the stands seem fine and the lights are easy to use once you understand the settings.

                        Share this review

                        (3 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        1.0

                        Terrible Terrible Terrible

                        By eat apples

                        from West LA

                        Verified Reviewer

                        Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

                        I urge everyone DO NOT BUY. The quality is extremely cheap and poorly build. I purchased 3 and have had consistent problems will each one. They can’t support the weight of a medium softbox, numbers in the back will blink on and off, screws are striped and falling off, they make loud beeping noises every time you change a setting. Why are you still considering buying one?????

                        Share this review

                        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                         
                        4.0

                        Very decent quality, very good price

                        By Camut

                        from Caracas, Venezuela

                        About Me Semi-Professional

                        Verified Reviewer

                        Pros

                        • Durable
                        • Easy assembly
                        • Easy to Use
                        • Economic
                        • Reliable

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Indoors

                          Comments about Impact Two Monolight Softbox Kit (120VAC):

                          Light & reliable.
                          Is not for the ultimate pro shooting, but it is very decent for portraits and small events. It's very portable and easy to set up.
                          Build is decent, stands are up to the task and for the price I could not ask for more.
                          Works every time.

                          Share this review

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