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Finally a better spreader! Grip expert Matthews says it has built the first improved tripod spreader in 40 years. The new 3iSpreader has a leg up on the old products made for Ronford Baker and OConnor tubular metal tripods, as it’s a safer, smoother, better-balanced and more durable solution. The 3i eliminates
LASER SET TO STUN Sumolight’s Sumolaser is based on a class of laser emitters that work as a Daylight point-source, putting precision beams of light miles into the sky. At just 4.9kg/10.8lb, this rivals the output of traditional 18kW HMI Daylight sources weighing over ten times more. The Sumolaser is modular, with hexagonal units. While each may be controlled via DMX or touchscreen, they can be built into custom combo patterns. Quick-release connection lets multiple fixtures be combined into powerful arrays. Each Sumolaser produces a 3° beam angle, uniting to form a tight, single beam. As more are added, the width increases, but angle remains. With 6000K colour temperature, it draws 175W of power, yet outputs 150,000 lux at 100m/328ft. It is IP65-rated for indoor or outdoor use. No price has been set. sumolight.com
scratching and wobbling – common side effects of old-fashioned aluminium models that rest on the floor.
By raising it off the ground, it eliminates scrapes and the need for location mats. Three machined metal feet with rubber caps are bolted securely on to the tripod’s spikes. Once in place, the tripod rests on these rubber caps inches over the floor. The 3iSpreader connects the tripod feet with three quick-release pins. For uneven terrain, or to accommodate different heights, spreader segments adjust from closed at 38cm/15in to fully extended at 71cm/28in. The 3.85kg/8.5lb accessory has inner legs, centre pivot bracket and feet made of aircraft-grade aluminium. Bolts, handles, outer legs and fittings are stainless steel, zinc plate, neoprene or high-impact plastic; metal is coated with an elastomer thermoplastic polyurethane. It’s easy to grip, anti-reflective, scratch-resistant, non-corrosive and rust-resistant – safe to use even in fresh or salt water. No price has yet been revealed. msegrip.com
SUPPORT NETWORK The new 3iSpreader is a revolution for users of large tripods, says manufacturer Matthews. It works just as well on rough terrain as in the studio
ROTOLIGHT ROSTER GROWS Rotolight has unveiled the world’s first electronic diffusion accessory for its
Rotolight has revealed R90 and R120 softbox umbrellas. The 16-sided light-shapers come with removable one-stop outer and 0.5 inner baffle diffusion panels. These can be combined to create a 1.5-stop diffusion level, used individually, or removed for a variety of contrast levels. A high-quality, 40° fabric honeycomb grid is included. Combined with Rotolight’s universal Bowens/Elinchrom adapter, make use of any AEOS or NEO – or LED light with a 1/4in-20 thread. With a Bowens mount as standard, the 90cm/35.4in R90 and 120cm/47.2in R120 will fit many brands. Prices are £250/$269 for the R90, while the R120 is £290/$300. The SmartSoft box is £439/$499. rotolight.com
AEOS 2 LED, a new iOS and Android app to control its lights and a pair of parabolic softbox umbrellas that fit Bowens or Elinchrom mounts. The SmartSoft was first debuted in Rotolight’s Titan LED panel range, controlling diffusion electronically. This has now been adapted into a removable electronic softbox for AEOS 2 fixtures. The SmartSoft box is adjustable via the touchscreen display – or the all-new Rotolight app. Switch between lighting modes, remotely adjust colour, power, SFX and even more. You can also create custom groups and projects simultaneously on up to 20 lights.
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