This item only works with flashes that have a knurled locking ring. For other flashes, replace the standard shoe with Stroboframe's accessory shoe (catalog #300405, B&H code STAS).
This is a Photoflex Multiclamp with Shoe Mount is a versatile bracket that will fit on almost any light stand. It includes two removable, reversible studs to adapt to light stands with top studs smaller than the standard 5/8 inch. It also includes a shoe mount, which will accept virtually any shoe-mount flash unit.
NOTE: The flash shoe included with this product is only intended for use with flashes that have a knurled locking ring. For flashes that use a lever or other method of locking, it is necessary to buy an accessory flash shoe to replace the unit included with the clamp. The Stroboframe accessory shoe, catalog #300405, is recommended.
| Weight | 0.7 lb (317g) |
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I use these clamps to hold my Nikon SB-600, SB-800 and SB-900 speedlights with and without umbrellas. I use them on heavy duty and lightweight light-stands with and without booms. This...Read complete review
I use these clamps to hold my Nikon SB-600, SB-800 and SB-900 speedlights with and without umbrellas. I use them on heavy duty and lightweight light-stands with and without booms. This is the second one I purchased - I purchased the 1st one about a year ago and have used it extensively. They are sturdy, reliable and versatile. Some have expressed concern that the hot-shoe adapter itself is made from metal and worry about the possibility of shorting out a flash. I can tell you that there is not a concern with the Nikon SB-600, SB-800 and SB-900 as there is plenty of distance between the flash contacts and the bracket when the flash is mounted. Excellent product in my opinion - 5 stars all the way.
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This is priced cheap and it is cheap. I don't see it lasting. The hot shoe does not hold my 580EX II stable. You have to crank up the screw and a little movement...Read complete review
This is priced cheap and it is cheap. I don't see it lasting. The hot shoe does not hold my 580EX II stable. You have to crank up the screw and a little movement loosens the crank. I bought one to try it out, now I know. I never used it! I did'nt say Photoflex is bad, just these type of umbrella swivels are. Photoflex makes other great products. For $16 more though, the Manfrotto 026 Swivel Umbrella Adapter is worth every penny! I bought one to test it out as soon as I laid my hands on the first one I didn't even try it, I bought 3 more. And for $34 more the top of the line is Chimera Double Axis Stand Adapter. Give these guys a look! You do get what you pay for...
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I love this. It holds my umbrellas and my softbox.
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It's easy to use with good price.
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This multiclamp works well for the $$. There are lots of configurations you can setup. Not sure about long term capabilities and there's a fair amount of slop in the female receptacles of the clamp. However, it's working for me. I actually took the coldshoe and installed it on my Lastolite M2 bracket for a much better speedlight holder.
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Excellent value for the money. Very solid construction.
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I have had no problems with it.
I like Photoflex products.I like the way it is made.
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very easy to use. the best thing to use with your flash
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This is a great little clamp. Sturdy, good locks (including the tilt lock, which I find to be secure when locked tightly), and really a must have for "home studio" setups.
I use this with my speedlights on radio triggers. Allows me to get just the right angle, as well as mounting an umbrella.
I don't love the shoe that comes with it, and I find the comments by other reviewers about the possibility of shorting out the contacts on your flash because it's made of metal to be of concern. Because I screw my radio receivers directly into the stud, I have no use for the shoe anyway. If you need the shoe I believe that Photoflex makes a plastic cold shoe that you can buy (if you want to spend more money, that is).
Since I don't use the shoe, I personally do not have any complaints about this product.
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works well. wish the flash shoe mount was plastic b/c it can short out the contact on bottom of flash. need to add electrical tape to it to prevent this.
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I am a professional photographer and use a lot of multiclamps on my studio and outside. The durability of this product is awesome, my first one has 7 years. The bad thing is the screw of the shoe mount, it easily come out of its place and could be a double screw.
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Well.. it does what it's supposed to do. The reason I give it 4/5 stars is because of the build quality. Most of the clamp is made of plastic and the big lever to adjust the tilt sticks quite a bit. It works well, I just wish I spent a little more.
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Simple, quick, durable. It just works...and for a great price!
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For a quick lighting solution I use these multiclamps with my speed lites to give me great lighting with out having to carry my studio lighting kit
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Works as advertised. Great value.
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As I've never owned or directly operated a multiclamp before I don't have much to reference.
The quality appears sturdy and solid and presumably will last for some time. The item does a good job at holding steady small or medium sized umbrellas with zero to minimal effort. If ever questioning the muliclamp's ability to successfully 'clamp' an umbrella, simply tighten the screw holding the umbrella in place to secure the umbrella further.
On larger and more weighty umbrellas, this clamp performs poorly and is not recommended for securing objects of such size. Otherwise, 5 out of 5 stars.
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Well made and has a lot of flexibility with different places to put the studs. I use it on my tripod or super clamp and it holds my flash and umbrella. Easy to use and does just what it's supposed to do. Just perfect.
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The Multiclamp with Shoe Mount is very strong and well-built. It is good enough to hold small softbox or umbrella + a Canon 580 II flash. However, it seems little heavier. The copper rod held by the clamp is not strait on both ends, but I am probably too picky.
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I love the durability of this product and works well with my Canon Speedlites. The metal part that attaches to the flash unit can unscrew easily when attaching it.
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It works well. fits tight does what it is meant to do.
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Nothing really to say, does what it's suppose to do.
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good product for the price.
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