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Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (7 x 8')

BH #ANIB20078 • MFR #IB200-78
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Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (7 x 8')
Key Features
  • Use with Monolights, Strobes, and LEDs
  • Hi-Key Lighting for Fashion & Portraits
  • Zippered Side Slots for Light Placement
  • Collapsible and Reversible
The HiKey Illuminated Background from Angler is a 7 x 8' free-standing background that can be internally illuminated using strobe or LED light sources, allowing photographers to take photos with the light behind their subject. It acts like a giant 7 x 8' softbox, making it simple to shoot high-key photos of portraits, products, and fashion. Zippered openings on each side of the background make it easy to insert a strobe or LED monolight, with a reflector. Doing this evenly lights the background from each side, filling it with light. Freely stand the background up in a studio or on location, and the flexible frame allows the background to collapse down to one-third its size for portability and storage
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Angler HiKey Overview

The HiKey Illuminated Background from Angler is a 7 x 8' free-standing background that can be internally illuminated using strobe or LED light sources, allowing photographers to take photos with the light behind their subject. It acts like a giant 7 x 8' softbox, making it simple to shoot high-key photos of portraits, products, and fashion. Zippered openings on each side of the background make it easy to insert a strobe or LED monolight, with a reflector. Doing this evenly lights the background from each side, filling it with light. Freely stand the background up in a studio or on location, and the flexible frame allows the background to collapse down to one-third its size for portability and storage

Illuminated Background
The HiKey Illuminated Background lights a subject from behind like a large softbox. Easily eliminate extra shadows on the background and produce HiKey images for portraits, products, and style.
Free-Standing Design
A sturdy, integrated metal frame and four frame supports allow the Illuminated Background to freely stand on its own. So, no matter where it is set up, you can have background lighting behind your subject.
Flexible Frame
A flexible frame allows the background to collapse down to one third its size. This allows the background to be easily transported from one location to another or stored in the included carrying case.
Side Lighting
Large, zippered openings on each side of the Illuminated Background make it easy to insert strobe and LED monolights, with reflectors, into the background maximizing the light output with an even spread from each side. The 19" deep background has ample room to accommodate a variety of light units.
Touch-Fastener Background Attachment
A touch-fastener strip around the edge enables attaching backgrounds or colored fabrics to alter the lights color. Change a photo's mood without having to carry spools of paper.
UPC: 847628531291

Angler HiKey Specs

Quantity
1
Material
Fabric
Reversible
Yes
Color / Design
Solid White
Size
7 x 8' / 2.1 x 2.4 m
Collapsed Size
1/3 of Working Size
Thickness / Depth
24" / 61 cm
Included Stand / Mount
1x Proprietary Mount/Stand
Included Storage Case
1x Bag
Weight
16.9 lb / 7.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
22.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
38 x 37.5 x 3.25"

Angler HiKey Reviews

Slow start but works well

By Eric
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-08-25

When I received the background I struggled to fold it up however after leaving it expanded for a few days it worked fine and folded as it should. Good product and good price.

worked perfectly

By Ashley
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-28

There is a bit of a learning curve on how to fold this back down, but it's a great piece of equipment

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I'm wondering how this works with white seamless p

I'm wondering how this works with white seamless paper for full body portraits, such as maternity. Does the bottom part of the box make it difficult for getting a smooth all-white background?
Asked by: NANCY
If you want the transition to be seamless you will want to use the Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (7 x 8') with the Angler White Vinyl Train for IB200-67 HiKey Illuminated Background (B&H #ANIB20067T) which is designed to be used with it.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2026-09-02

How well does this work with colored LED light bul

How well does this work with colored LED light bulbs?
Asked by: Joshua
As long as the light output (brightness) of the led lights being used inside the Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (7 x 8') is high enough it will work well with any color you choose.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2026-09-08

Will this 6'x7'x19" backdrop output similar ...

Will this 6'x7'x19" backdrop output similar amount of light as 4'x6'x34" softbox with similar cloth. or softbox puts out more?
Asked by: Luis
A 4' x 6' x 34" background with similar diffusion material and light source would produce a greater lux value than the Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (6 x 7').
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-08-18

Can this be elevated on stands? Higher up angled ...

Can this be elevated on stands? Higher up angled or maybe overhead?
Asked by: david
The Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (6 x 7') is designed to sit on the floor.
Answered by: Rachael B
Date published: 2024-12-29

Can I use this as a large keylight?

Can I use this as a large keylight?
Asked by: Ricky
The Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (6 x 7') is designed as a high key background, but feel free to use it as a key light if you wish.
Answered by: Davis H
Date published: 2024-11-19

Train floor

Train floor
Asked by: Jay
They seem to make one now: Angler White Vinyl Train for IB200-67 HiKey Illuminated Background https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1907484-REG/angler_ib200_67t_train_for_ib200_67.html
Answered by: Brian
Date published: 2026-08-05

Can you use it as an "internally lighted" ...

Can you use it as an "internally lighted" chromakey background in combination with RGB green lights placed inside?
Asked by: Pavlo
RGB LED lights set to green can be placed within the Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (6 x 7') to illuminate the background, yes.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2024-08-09

What is the size of this when folded down complete

What is the size of this when folded down completely? How about the size of the box it comes in?
Asked by: Josh
The measurements for the Angler HiKey Illuminated Background (6 x 7') collapsed are 2.2' x 2.3' in size. The packaging measurements are 2.8' x 2.8' x 2.5".
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2026-03-23
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