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Matthews Butterfly Silent Gridcloth Lite Fabric (8 x 8')

BH #MAF88SGCL • MFR #319119
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Matthews Butterfly Silent Gridcloth Lite Fabric (8 x 8')
Key Features
  • Absorbs 2 Stops of Light
  • Medium Diffusion
This 8 x 8' Silent Gridcloth Lite Fabric from Matthews will fit any same brand frame. It can also be used on frames from other brands. The 8 x 8' butterflies measure approximately 7.8 x 7.8'.
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Matthews Lite Silent Gridcloth Overview

This 8 x 8' Silent Gridcloth Lite Fabric from Matthews will fit any same brand frame. It can also be used on frames from other brands. The 8 x 8' butterflies measure approximately 7.8 x 7.8'.

Matthews fabrics are tested for even light distribution in a black chamber with an incandescent light source at one end, with the fabric positioned two thirds of the way between the source and the digital light meter. This cloth provides slight diffusion and minimal light loss.

Best suited for outdoor video, or cinematography, when the rustling sound of fabric in the wind is unacceptable.
For heavy softening of sunlight, or studio fixture output.

Matthews Lite Silent Gridcloth Specs

Total Size
8 x 8' / 2.4 x 2.4 m
Light Loss
2-Stop
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.74 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
14.45 x 11.35 x 3.15"

Matthews Lite Silent Gridcloth Reviews

great.

By mohamed
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-08

best of both worlds. not heavy enaugh but heavy enaugh. diffuses and bounces to a degree, if you need only one go for this lite silent and get a bigger one than you need. example. i would buy a long one 10x20 or 12x12 or at least 8x8 if i need a 6x6 and fold it to get full grid and open your iris to get 1/4 grid. with varying result. as the grid pattern will overlap

good stuff!

By Daniel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-05-10

Lite silent grid is the overhead material I use the most for 6x6 and 8x8 overheads for interviews. It is completely quiet.

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Is this a solid piece of fabric or are there ...

Is this a solid piece of fabric or are there seams running across the face of the diffuser?
Asked by: Michael
Almost positive there is a seam
Answered by: Kyle
Date published: 2021-03-09

I noticed the other models have intensity ...

I noticed the other models have intensity measured (i.e 1/2 stop, full stop etc) What strength of diffusion is this particular model?
Asked by: Pete
Our Silent Grid Cloth is at 2.0 stop loss. This info can be found in the Fabric Specification section at msegrip.com
Answered by: Matthews Expert
Date published: 2019-09-26

Does this gridcloth fabric come with grommets ...

Does this gridcloth fabric come with grommets installed on the edges?
Asked by: Eric
Yes, the 8x8 Butterfly's all have webbing reinforced edges with grommets installed. Ties are also supplied.
Answered by: Matthews Expert
Date published: 2021-05-12

question

Can you explain silent gridcloth ? What would be the diff between this and a normal silk? Thank you!
Asked by: Jennifer
Grid cloth in general would diffuse the light while focusing it down a bit. In the case of silent grid cloth, that would not produce any sound on your soundtrack when shooting in a windy environment. Other silks may produce a sound when working in the same conditions.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Does this have elastic corners?

Does this have elastic corners?
Asked by: Steve
The Matthews Butterfly/Overhead Fabric - 6x6' - Lite Silent Gridcloth BH #MAF66SGCL uses grommets for fastening to a frame.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2023-12-11

Does this fabric have grommets for tieing to ...

Does this fabric have grommets for tieing to frames?
Asked by: Martin
Yes, this includes grommets as well as ties.
Answered by: Matthews Expert
Date published: 2022-09-16

Is it a complete one piece material or there is a ...

Is it a complete one piece material or there is a visible seam in the diffusion area?
Asked by: Levi
There is an oddly placed seam running through this fabric about 10 or 11 inches from the edge. It is not seamless.
Answered by: Joe
Date published: 2022-02-24

How many stops of lights get lost?

How many stops of lights get lost?
Asked by: Philipp
The following unit offers a 2.5 light loss.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-07-31
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