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Phottix PH87221 HS Speed Mount II

Name: Phottix PH87221 HS Speed Mount II
Brand: Phottix
SKU: PH87221

Versatile Flash Modifier Mount: Phottix HS Speed Mount II The Phottix HS Speed Mount II is designed to provide a robust and flexible mounting solution for using hot shoe flashes with softboxes and other Bowens-compatible light modifiers. Its revised mounting system allows for both horizontal and ...

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Overview

Versatile Flash Modifier Mount: Phottix HS Speed Mount II

The Phottix HS Speed Mount II is designed to provide a robust and flexible mounting solution for using hot shoe flashes with softboxes and other Bowens-compatible light modifiers. Its revised mounting system allows for both horizontal and vertical flash mounting, taking stress off the hot shoe. The adjustable design accommodates different sized flashes, making it a versatile tool for photographers.

Specifications:

Compatibility: Hot shoe flashes
Mount: Bowens-compatible
Mounting: Horizontal and Vertical
Features: Adjustable flash mount, Reversible L Bracket
Accessories: Cold shoe mount, 1/4x20 mounting screw

Key Features

The HS Speed Mount II is a handy way to mount your speedlight to Phottix softboxes and beauty dishes

Designed to be used with the Phottix Varos BG Umbrella Swivel or other umbrella adapters

The reversible L-bracket allows flashes to be used horizontally; taking the stress off the hot shoe, or vertically; using the included cold shoe mount

Limited 1-Year Warranty

Specifications

Accessory Type

Speed Mount

Compatibility

Phottix softboxes and beauty dishes

Mounting Options

Reversible L-bracket, Cold shoe mount

Warranty

Limited 1-Year

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the Phottix HS Speed Mount II?

The Phottix HS Speed Mount II is designed to mount speedlights to Phottix softboxes and beauty dishes.

Can this mount be used with any brand of softbox?

It is designed to be used specifically with Phottix softboxes and beauty dishes, ensuring optimal compatibility within that ecosystem.

Does this product include an umbrella adapter?

No, the HS Speed Mount II is designed to be used with other umbrella adapters like the Phottix Varos BG, which is sold separately.

How does the reversible L-bracket benefit flash mounting?

The reversible L-bracket allows speedlights to be mounted horizontally, which helps reduce stress on the hot shoe, or vertically using the cold shoe.

Is this mount suitable for studio strobes?

The mount is specifically for speedlights, indicating it's optimized for smaller, shoe-mount flashes rather than larger studio strobes.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Offers a versatile reversible L-bracket design to accommodate flash units horizontally or vertically.
Helps reduce stress on the speedlight's hot shoe when mounting flashes horizontally.
Includes a cold shoe mount, providing additional flexibility for flash positioning.
Designed to integrate with Phottix softboxes and beauty dishes, ensuring compatibility.
Intended for use with umbrella adapters like the Phottix Varos BG, broadening its application.

👎 Cons

This mount is specifically designed for speedlights and may not be suitable for larger studio strobes.
The mounting solution requires an additional umbrella adapter, such as the Phottix Varos BG, which is not included.
It may not be universally compatible with all softboxes and beauty dishes outside of the Phottix ecosystem.
The product comes with a limited 1-year warranty, which may be shorter than some users prefer for lighting accessories.
The mount's primary function is for speedlights, limiting its use case to smaller, more portable flash units.