Godox 9"x 35" 22x90cm Honeycomb Grid Strip Softbox for Photo Studio Bowens Mount Flash Lighting and S-Type Bracket Bowens Mount Holder for Speedlite

True to the reviews, this product is not user-friendly when it comes to assembly. You're left with a bunch of holes and rods because it didn't come with instructions. br>br>I do have a few pointers on how to put this together quickly and without breaking anything.
Pre- Steps to fulfill the requirement: You'll be inserting your rods into [1][3] and [2] to form an X, as shown in the flange photo. br>br>Steps to putting it together:
1. It doesn't matter which side you start with.
2. One end of the rod should be inserted into the softbox corner. (See image 1) Continue with the second rod. You'll notice that I'm avoiding the middle loop for a reason: it's nearly impossible to put together without a lot of effort if you do. br>3. Line up the flange and insert the rods into [1][3] and [2] with one end of the rods in the softbox. It makes no difference which way the flange sits in this position; all that matters is that you use the numbered holes. One side of the table is now ready to go.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 on the other side. First, place the softbox's end into it. br>5. The next step is to get the other rods into the flange. My recommendation is to lightly step on the flange, which will provide you with a solid foundation. The rod can then be gently inserted into the correct hole by pulling gently over it. You'll notice how the other side gives and bends in your direction. This is normal, but don't pull too hard at this point. In this position, you'll notice that it's easier to get the rod into the flange. br>br>Steps to disassembly:
1. Place the softbox on the floor with the flange on the floor once it is fully setup.
2. Grab a corner and pull it off by pushing the rod down a little.
3. Reverse the procedure for the opposite corner. The rest is up to you. br> self-explanatory br>br>Thank you for taking the time to read this; I hope the information provided above is useful.

Brycen Salazar

| Nov 08, 2021

It's a pain to put together and take down. These were purchased in pairs. They're well-made and appear to be long-lasting, with a great light output that's easy to control. If I had to criticize them, it would be that they are of the old Rod style, which is difficult to assemble and disassemble. If these strip boxes are going to wear out, I'm guessing it'll be because of the assembly and disassembly, not because of their use. I'm kind of kicking myself for not spending a little more (actually twice as much) on quick collapsible ones like Cheetahstand's umbrella style strip boxes.

Caspian Riggs

| Mar 02, 2021

I'll give this softbox five stars, but I'd like Godox to know that a number of people are having trouble installing the rods. It is possible, but it will take some effort. Having said that, I was surprised to see how small the package was when it arrived, folded up. The rods had not yet been inserted, so it was still a small and compact package. But, because the rods are difficult to get in, I'd like to leave them in place to save time when setting up the softbox. Because I have two of them, I have to be quick when I'm on set. With the rods in place, the softbox would fit nicely in Godox's nice carrying case if they just made it an inch longer. I can get it in now, but it's very tight, and if I have to force it, I'm afraid I'll tear the seam or zipper. Last but not least, Godox, why do you only offer the Bowens speedring as an option? I already have a speedring from another manufacturer, and I now have two Bowen rings that I don't need! br>Godox, if you work on these two suggestions, you will have a very easy to use product that is also very good! I really like the softbox, but with the rods in place, it would be a little easier to use.

Kehlani Vega

| Aug 12, 2021

I'm not sure why people always complain about how difficult it is to assemble these softboxes. With four rods instead of eight or ten on other large softboxes I have, this is probably the easiest. br>br>Just don't be afraid to bend these rods. They are not easily broken, and I have never had one break on me. br>br>As a professional photographer, I rely on these light boxes for modeling light. br>br>For projects requiring small lighting and spill control, this is ideal; I purchased two for a commercial product that required a video. I usually use a mix of strip lights, LED light sticks, large key lights, ND filters, and other accessories. br>br>On the strip light, there's a small knob that allows you to rotate or lock the softbox in place. I have this loose for strip lights so that I can change the angle of light frequently. br>br>Because it's light and only has four rods, it's super easy to collapse, so it's become my go-to for all of my video work.

Milena Norton

| May 20, 2021

I primarily use these for headshots and other projects that necessitate focused and precise lighting over a small area. It's simple to put them together, but taking them apart and putting them back together is a different story. It would be a pain to assemble them again and again for travel. As a result, I keep mine assembled all the time because they're already small enough, and it's the most convenient for me.

Paige Marsh

| Jun 06, 2021

This 9" X 35" soft box is of good quality; you'll need to use it with either a Bowens adapter ring to mount it to an electronic flash or a Bowen interface to mount it directly to a strobe. Because I'll be using this with an electronic flash, I won't be using the internal defuser fabric because it would result in an additional 1/2 to 1 stop of light loss, which I couldn't afford with the lower output of electronic flashes (compared to studio strobes).

Zariyah Ellison

| Feb 08, 2021

For anyone working with product photography, this is a fantastic smaller Rectangular Softbox that does exactly what you need it to. I've mounted it on a Godox S2 mount and paired it with a Godox AD200 Pro. I can't afford some of the other brands, but I don't think I should be concerned. The Godox system accomplishes the same goal at a significantly lower cost, and everything so far has been of high build quality.

Jaylen Taylor

| Nov 09, 2021

I'd like to think these modifiers (I bought two) will last a long time, given the sturdy materials. They aren't as difficult to put together as some have claimed, but they aren't quick to put together or disassemble. They are, however, excellent value for money. My only gripe is with how they set up and tear down: You have to apply a lot of pressure to seams and the small pockets that hold the rods, and it appears that those seams and pockets will give out after a while (who knows how long). This is merely an idea.

Cash Ewing

| Jul 02, 2021