Elinchrom users only- whatcha got? (Mark II)

I'd recomment taking the batteries out of them after each session though. It's easy to forget to turn them off, or to accidentally press the button and they'll be dead when you go to use them. AAA batteries are everywhere though, and not terribly pricey. Just hope you're not a mile into a remote location when you discover the dead batteries though

I always try to impress upon everyone the importance of carrying multiple sets of spare batteries at all times. I think that most people won't remember or want to be bothered with removing the batteries and that makes an ever stronger case for having spare's.

yeah... i need to buy a few spares

NaKiD EyE wrote in post #11284544
think i am done ordering now... lol. These elinchrom systems are too much fun to buy stuff for.

in case you didn't see my previous posts i just moved from Alienbees.

I went from

(1) AB800
(1) 46" Octa
(1) white BD
(1) Vagabond
(2) umbrellas (silver/translucent)
(1) 10' PCB light stand

to this

(3) Elinchrom D-Lite-It4 monolights
(1) 39" Rotalux Deep Octa
(1) 53" Rotalux Midi Octa Light bank
(2) 25" Portalite Softboxes
(1) Vagabond
(1) 10' light stand
(2) 9' elinchrom stands
(1) 13' Savage Air-Cushioned stand
(1) wide angle umbrella reflector
skyports

plus some other little stuff. one thing i do still want to order though but haven't really looked yet is a good boom.

WOW that is a nice collection

krb wrote in post #11285213
BTW, there's a line there on Sundays for breakfast:
https://photography-on-the.net …showthread.php?​p=11285208

I hope you enjoyed your visit. Sorry I didnt come down. I was sick

How do you guys gel your strobes while using an octa, for example? I read a thread here previously about this but I can't seem to find it. I think it's buried under useless threads. :/

I just wanted to hear from you guys directly. In the meantime I'll keep searching.

EDIT: Found the thread but no clear answers. How do you guys use gels in a softbox?

I use these cheap BARN DOOR & Honeycomb Grid & Gel Set ($15-$30)with a small bungee cord. I use them on the Quadra w/Reflector or attach the gel to the speed ring inside the modifier.

But what about inside octas or any softbox?

EDIT: I think I just remembered something. Someone here on POTN said they used those tiny clips from B&H and just cut a big sheet of gel. Now, I'm wondering where I can get sheets of gel that aren't ginormous or doesn't require lots of cutting up.

EDIT (part II): Neve rmind! Found it. http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …295+4291255266+​4293918168

Seanzky wrote in post #11287844
But what about inside octas or any softbox?

EDIT: I think I just remembered something. Someone here on POTN said they used those tiny clips from B&H and just cut a big sheet of gel.

Yo, I've got these clips: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …1947-REG/Lowel_CL_15.html

TMR Design wrote in post #11286341
Hi Stu,

The Tronix Explorer can surely be used as dead weight for a light stand. I wouldn't hang or suspend the battery by it's carry handle but if it's in the bag (or any bag with a strap or handle) then it's just fine. The Explorer weighs in at ~20 pounds when in the bag.

That's good news!

Seanzky wrote in post #11286673
Nice shot! And good even spread with just the 39" DO. I wish I took the same route you're taking (RX instead of BXRi). I'm having this dilemma of what portable power supply to use right now. Lol.

Thanks, Sean! I just convinced a friend to go with the RX instead of the BXRi for the same reason.

mickeyjuice wrote in post #11288033
Yo, I've got these clips: http://www.bhphotovide​o.com …1947-REG/Lowel_CL_15.html

Thanks, Mic. I found that, too.

Saw this post over at Photo.net....

http://photo.net …t-techniques-forum/00Xgeg

pnmd in action with the quadra!

sigma pi wrote in post #11287467
WOW that is a nice collection

thanks! now the hard part is not adding to it.

stu46 wrote in post #11288078
Thanks, Sean! I just convinced a friend to go with the RX instead of the BXRi for the same reason.

that's what friends are for, helping you spend money

i just picked up 2 manfrotto wall booms and some super clamps to mount on my autopoles, thanks to your friendly advice

Sheldon N wrote in post #11288975
Saw this post over at Photo.net....

http://photo.net …t-techniques-forum/00Xgeg

pnmd in action with the quadra!

ooooooooo we need to have a PMND set up vs Mic's set up Shoot out