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Matthews 1/4 Silent Gridcloth Fabric (8 x 8')

BH #MAF88SGC.25 • MFR #319148
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Matthews 1/4 Silent Gridcloth Fabric (8 x 8')
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  • Absorbs 2/3 Stops
This is a Matthews 8 x 8', grommeted 1/4 Silent Gridcloth, to fit any Matthews or other brand or make of frame. 8 x 8' Butterflies measure approximately 7.8 x 7.8'.
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Matthews Silent 1/4 Gridcloth Overview

This is a Matthews 8 x 8', grommeted 1/4 Silent Gridcloth, to fit any Matthews or other brand or make of frame. 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 and the fabric positioned 2/3 of the way between the source and the digital light meter. This gridcloth provides slight diffusion and minimal light loss.

Best suited for outdoor video or cinematography when the rustling sound of fabric in the wind is not acceptable.
For heavy softening of sunlight or studio fixture output.

Matthews Silent 1/4 Gridcloth Reviews

No Storage Bag

By Bill
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2024-06-28

Got this 1/4 silent grid 8x8 rag for making a book light, and also for outdoor overhead use. This exact one for some reason does not come with a storage bag, while similar models of the same price point say they do, which is a bummer.

Great for lite light diffusing

By Tiempo Real
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-04-27

Great for lite light diffusing, its a great tool if you no how to work with, great for sound. Is not a one fabric piece.

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Hello. Is the fabric seamless?

Hello. Is the fabric seamless?
Asked by: Stephan
Unfortunately, the Matthews 1/4 Silent Gridcloth Fabric in the 8 x 8' size is not seamless.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-04-11

Does this gridcloth 1/4 fabric come with grommets ...

Does this gridcloth 1/4 fabric come with grommets installed on the edges?
Asked by: Jeico Alonso
Yes, grommets on the webbing, elastics on the corners and ties are included.
Answered by: Matthews Expert
Date published: 2021-02-03

Hey just curious if it's got Velcro or a lining ...

Hey just curious if it's got Velcro or a lining around the outside with eyelets ect , cheers
Asked by: Balmik
Like most butterfly cloths it has grommets.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2021-07-20

Does this have elastic corners?

Does this have elastic corners?
Asked by: David
No, the Matthews 6 x 6'' 1/4 Silent Gridcloth does not have elastic corners. It is attached to the frame using rope ties.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-10-25

How many stops of light?

How many stops of light?
Asked by: Philipp
The Matthews Butterfly/Overhead Fabric - 6x6' - 1/4 Silent Gridcloth is about 0.8 f/stop light loss.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2022-07-19
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