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Mar 20, 2012 08:37 |  #1

I own several Paul C Buff softboxes and their great, but I need some sizes that he does not make.

Does anyone know where I can find a speedring that will fit the Einsteins, and can be used with other brands of softboxes? The speedring is the "balcor" type.

Help is appreciated!


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Mar 20, 2012 09:04 |  #2

bowens quick ring with balcar insert. I use photoflex SB's.


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Mar 20, 2012 18:38 |  #3

there's a few really good threads about this ring here on POTN - http://www.kaceyenterp​rises.com/?page_id=481 (external link)




  
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Jan 08, 2021 07:54 |  #4

It's been a long while since I posted this thread and here's what's up. I'm still using PCB Einsteins, although I also have an Elinchrom Ranger kit now. I have found tons of third party options for PCB soft boxes, most notably the Fotodiox brand. Very inexpensive and good quality.

I"m very pleased with these options and it's kept me sticking with Einsteins as my primary studio setup. Thanks to those who responded to this post!


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Jan 15, 2021 13:40 as a reply to  @ puggle's post |  #5

Thanks for the update. I have a set of 4 Einsteins and I'm reluctant to use off brand speedrings because the spring clips with the Balcar mount can be finicky.




  
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