(Tutorial) DIY Flash Holders

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Dual Flash - Why Do You Want This?Why do you need / want 2 Flash units mounted together? The 2 units can be set to less than fullpower for a faster recycling at a light output equivalent to a single unit, or setting the units at fullpower will naturally give twice the light output, but with the recycle time of a single unit. The unitscan be mounted to a monopod, so an assistant can hold it overhead, to a light stand for usewithout an assistant, to a self supporting stand, or below a camera on a monopod for ease of

use for on the go flash photography, as in football under the lights. The 2 units can even bemounted into a single softbox, using a custom mounting into a standard speed ring (images andlink coming).

If you are also using the RadioPopper P1 series where the receiver units use the fiber opticcable, you will need a Dual Fiber Optic Bundle Mod to split the single receiver for the 2 flashunits.

Dual Flash Bracket - Monopod(Under Camera Version): OverviewB(***)

This style of the Dual Flash Bracket - Monopod (UnderCamera Version) is for mounting to a specific monopod of

your choice, and will allow the mounting of two flash unitsin a variety of ways using your shoes and cables or ones Isupply. The first image shows theDual Linked Canon OC-E3, while the second image shows the two flash unitsmounted using the Dual Linked Hot Shoes. The DualFlash Holder itself can be secured in any of the metalbracket holes, and the notched groove prevents anyrotation of the bracket once attached.

A Pocket Wizard, battery pack, or other device can beinstalled into other holes as needed, or into optionalthreaded inserts in the end faces of the Dual Flash Holder.

The heavy duty cast metal Tilt Head Adapter (or the TiltHead Adapter with the Quick Release Plate) secures thebracket to the top of the monopod using a hardened 3/8(or 1/4) inch threaded stud. Any number of optional flashmount and trigger options can be employed using theincluded thumbscrews, and then various cold shoes,dedicated hot shoes as in theDual Linked Canon OC-E3

(allows eTTL or manual control), or non-dedicated hot shoes as in theDual Linked Hot Shoes,shown here having been upgraded with the larger screws, rubber coiled cable, and ending in aScrewLock PC plug for connection to the camera PC jack.

Other connection options would includethe Dual Linked Hot Shoes with astraight or coiled PVC cord, which canend in the ScrewLock PC plug or thestandard PC plug. Using cold shoes, theflash units can be triggered using a DualLinked Sync Cord, again made of PVC,or rubber, straight or coiled, ScrewLockPC plug, or standard PC plug, or mini oreven sub-mini plugs, as needed...remember it is all custom made

specifically to your needs, or you can useany shoes and cords you have. A secondFlash Holdercan even be added should
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additional devices be needed, such as avideo camera and video light.

Wireless Nikon Setup: A recent setupjust made for a Nikon photog, used coldshoes for mounting the flash units, and

the SU800 Wireless SpeedlightCommander to trigger the two SB900flash units in iTTL mode. Reports havecome back as: "Worked great, one of mybest purchases!"

This item can be supplied as just the metal bracket and flash holder to fit your monopod (if it hasa removable threaded post), or I can make everything to fit a new Velbon Neo Pod 6, and sendthis all set up customized to your specs.

Basic Setup, Options, & Costs:C(***) TheDual Flash Bracket - Monopod basic setup consists of

the Locking Dual Flash Holder with 3 thumbscrews andthe Custom Steel Mounting Bracket. A High DensityVelcro strap secures the bottom of the metal bracket tothe monopod just above the last adjustment collar. Theseitems are sold together, and the cost is $75. An secondaryDual Flash Holder is $40.

Since there are many different sizes of monopods, it is best to supply me with themeasurements as shown in the image:1) the length from the top platform to just above the topadjustment collar, 2) the diameter at this connection point, and 3) the size of the threaded stud

(1/4 in, 3/8 in, or both). If you are unsure, you can just send me your monopod, and I will makethe bracket to fit, or I will get a monopod like this one with a removable stud. For this Monopodpictured (Velbon Neo Pod 6), the length is 12.5 inches, the diameter is 1.5 inches, and the studis a removable combination stud. (Some of the less expensive monopods have fixed in placestuds, which is not recommended in this setup.

The Heavy Duty Tilt Head Adapter and threaded stud is $35, and is needed to secure the metalbracket to the top of the monopod. Additional threaded studs are $5each (specify 3/8 or 1/4inch), and additional bottom straps are $20each. You can have threaded inserts put into the endfaces of the Dual Flash Holder for $15each, if desired as a way to mount external battery packslike the Canon CP-E4. A Pocket Wizard or other radio can be attached to one of the extra holesin the metal bracket using a short thumbscrew ($10for 2). Other thumbscrews can be seen in

the Hardware sectionhere.Extra mounting holes (6 in total) to adjust the flash spacing adds$20. The adapters which can also be used to secure the metal bracket to the monopod are thesame Tilt Head that has a Quick Relese Plate on top ($50) or the Quick Release Adapter thatdoesn't have the Tilt Head section ($45) (images coming soon).

Flash Mounting / triggering options:Dual Linked Cords - Coiled or StraightD(***) The Dual Linked Canon OC-E3 Off Camera Cord (coiled

section) can be made for $80 from 2 OC-E3 cords yousend me or it will cost $230if I supply both of the OC-E3cords. If you can only supply one cord, the finished DualLinked OC-E3 Cord will cost $150. The finished DualLinked OC-E3 Cord will allow the flash units to betriggered in eTTL or manual mode. The flash ends arehardwired together, so no connectors can get pulled apart.
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If you tend to be any bit rough with your equipment, you should also consider the OCC EpoxyReinforcement for each of the flash ends, which will replace the short screws with 1/2 inch longscrews and nuts, and then fill the entire flash end housing with epoxy under pressure, capturingthe long screws in the epoxy, just as rebar in concrete. This mod is usually $60each flash end,but for this setup, the pair can be done for $100. No flash end mishaps have occurred in any ofthe Epoxy Reinforcements already done.

Important Note on Generic OC-E3 Cords:Some of the generic OC-E3 cords can indeed be used, but they have a 6 inch long straight tail

section on either side of the coiled section, while the Cannon branded cords tend to have astraight section of only 2 or 3 inches. This is important as now it has to be specified (by thephotog) if the tail sections are desired to be long or short. It becomes an additional expense touse the generic cords, and then make the tail section short, and would be better to just use aCanon branded cord with short tails.

E(***)TheDual Linked Canon OC-E3 Off Camera Cord (straightsection) will cost an additional $40to heat treat and uncoilthe cable between the 2 flash sections. To have the cableexit the sides of the flash ends (shown), as opposed to theusual front of the flash end, will cost an additional $25.

F(***)TheDual Linked Upgraded Hot Shoes with Rubber CoiledCable ending in a ScrewLock PC Plug is $135 and willtrigger the flash units in manual mode only, connecting tothe camera PC jack through the very secure ScrewLockPC plug. The heavy duty rubber coiled cable will remain

flexible in most temperatures. Making these Dual LinkedUpgraded Hot Shoes with straight PVC cable, but stillhaving the ScrewLock PC plug is $115, while using astandard PC plug would cost $95.

Dual Linked OC-E3 for 2nd AF Assis t:G(***)

Here is a specialized use of theDual Linked OC-E3 forSecondary AF Assist by the ST-E2 and can be made for$80from 2 OC-E3 cords you send me or it will cost $230ifI supply both of the OC-E3 cords. If you can only supplyone cord, the finished Dual Linked OC-E3 Cord will cost

$150. As shown in the image, the primary flash endshould be reinforced with the longer screws, nuts, andepoxy (OCC Epoxy Reinforcement), which will replace the
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short screws with 1/2 inch long screws and nuts, and thenfill the entire flash end housing with epoxy under pressure,capturing the long screws in the epoxy, just as rebar inconcrete.

ThisOCC Epoxy Reinforcement Mod is $60 in addition to making the Dual Linked OC-E3 corditself. No flash end mishaps have occurred in any of the Epoxy Reinforcements already done. Itis usually best, although not absolutely necessary, to have theIR CutOff Switch added to theST-E2 as well to prevent the IR interference with the flash unit, and this mod is $75.

Again , Why Do This: Having this ST-E2 in top of the flash head will provide an additional 2 AF

Assist LED's (from the ST-E2) which are raised up by about 6 inches from the AF Assist LED ofthe flash unit. This is especially useful when trying to focus in low light conditions such asweddings or other darkened room events.

As shown, this setup is really meant to use with a bracket where the flash end of the OC-E3 isattached to part of the movable bracket. The same results can be achieved without a bracket(flash directly on camera) by using a "Zero Height OCC" which can be seen in this CustomModded 580EX II (and below), using a mini-DIN connector tied into the on camera flash footassembly.

Secondary AF Assist w/ ST-E2 & Zero Height Dual Linked OC-E3:H(***) This flash has been modified with an output mini-DIN

connector, into a flash that has a "Zero Height OCC". Itwas originally made for a photog as part of the CustomModded 580EX II so that this flash could sit in the camerahot shoe, and be attached to a second EX flash unit sittingnext to the camera on a flat papparazzi type flash bracket,without using a larger rotating or hinged type bracket or aconventional Off Camera Cord for the primary flash.Again , Why Do This: Having this ST-E2 in top of theflash head will provide an additional 2 AF Assist LED's(from the ST-E2) which are raised up by about 6 inchesfrom the AF Assist LED of the flash unit.

This is especially useful when trying to focus in low light conditions such as weddings or otherdarkened room events.

For the most compact way to provide these same results would be to use a dedicated ST-E2,remove and cover the foot assembly entirely, and then hardwire this modified ST-E2 with astraight section of the mini-DIN connector set to connect into the modified EX flash unit. Theobvious problem with this approach is then the ST-E2 would be limited to a single use, withoutbeing able to sit in a camera hot shoe by itself. A foam pad is provided to cushion between theST-E2 and the flash head, and the ST-E2 is best held in place using gaffers tape.

Costs:To add the molded mini-DIN connector into the foot assembly of any Canon EX flash unit(as seenabove)is $75, while it would be $95to add the mating molded mini-DIN connector into

the ST-E2 unit like seen in this modifiedST-E2 w/ Mini-DIN Connector.To remove the foot of theST-E2 and cover the opening to provide a smooth new "upper" surface would be $40. If youprefer to use a flash end of the OC-E3 with the mating molded mini-DIN connector on a straight
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cable (as seenhere,item # 2), this item would be $110. Making this same item keeping some orall of the existing coiled cord, and then assembling on a mini-DIN connector (as seen above),would instead be $140.

Notes:1) If you use this setup of the ST-E2 to provide additional AF Assist, and also plan to ever use

the Canon IR wireless system, then the IR ShutOff Switch must also be installed which is anadditional $60.

2) To get additional functionality of this whole setup, you can add in the camera end of the OC-E3 with the attached molded mini-DIN connector (as seenhere,item # 1), and this item wouldbe $70, (including the required gender changer adapter), if done as part of the same projectorder, or $110 if done at a separate time. Additional details about the Mini-DIN ConnectorExamples for th OC-E3 can be foundhere.

Double Flash Bracket - Under CameraI(***) ThisDouble Flash Bracket is about as simple as you can

get, and is made to screw into the camera tripod socketusing the included thumbscrew and large neoprene anti-twist washer. The flash units, camera, and mountingshoes are not included, naturally. Many different FlashMounting Options are available, from plaincold shoes,toDual Linked Hot Shoes (non-dedicated), to Dual LinkedDedicated Hot Shoes (Dual Canon OC-E3).

Place a master unit in the camera hot shoe, and you get a3 flash setup in eTTL (iTTL for Nikon). The size andspacing of the mounting holes can be customized to yourneeds, or take it with 6 inches on one side, and 8 incheson the other, with a one inch adjustment using the 3 holesfor the camera mounting.

The holes can be fully countersunk, and flat head screws used for a really flat overall profile, butthen a tool will be needed for the screw adjustments. This Double Flash Bracket including the

Thumbscrews (or flat head screws) and Neoprene Washers is $48complete. Other head stylesofThumbscrews are also available and can be seen in theHardware Section.

Dual Flash Stand - PW, Batteries, UmbrellaJ(***) The NEWEST improvement to the Always Ready Dual

Flash and PW Stand is based on the first models, wherenot only can it be mounted to an umbrella adapter ormonopod tilt head, but it can also be set up for selfstanding on the floor, chair or any other relatively flatsurface. The optional extras, include an additional set ofmounting holes ($10) for the Hot Shoes: the normal CTC(Center-To-Center) distance between the flash heads is

6.5 inches, but the extra holes will allow the flash units tobe as close as 4.5 inches CTC.
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These 4 mounting holes can be threaded to lock in thebolts from the bottom, and the optional ($25) threadedadjusters are used to allow rotational adjustments withoutturning the stand.

The PW or other radio can be mounted to several differentlocations, unit upside down! including the umbrella riser(front or back), or underneath the base plate of the unit.Both 1/4-20and 3/8-16 threaded inserts (metal) arecentered in the bottom plate to increase your mountingoptions, and the optional threaded inserts ($15each) thatare on either end of the base plate for mounting anythinglike the Canon CP-E4 battery packs (or the Nikon SD-8Aunits).

Each of these battery packs normally comes with areduced shaft thickness thumbscrew, but these are alsoavailable here as needed (if you have lost yours).Attaching a battery pack on either side of the unit will aidin balancing, and presents a narrow profile with the thinedge facing forward. With the battery packs facingforwards, or backwards, the setup can still sit on a flatsurface, and will allow the unit to be angled upwards asneeded (although it would be hard to use an umbrella inthis fashion).

If you are trying to use an extra large umbrella, you should look at the Extended Umbrella Riseroptons for this Dual Flash Stand. This is $55, but due to the extra secure attachment to the baseusing 3 bolts, both parts must be made at the same time.

K(***) These improvements for theAlw ays Ready Dual Flash &PW Standhave been based upon the many requests forthese items; the base is slightly larger than the originalversion for better stability on the ground, and has theoptional provisions of extra threaded inserts, and extraholes for different mounting options. The stand is still$150, and includes the umbrella riser, and Dual Linked

Hot Shoes. The hot shoes are attached to the bracketusing slotted machine screws which can be adjusted frombelow. "Topside Adjusters" (set of 2) are available (seen in
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the first image) for $25, and require that the 4 mountingholes are threaded to lock the bolt in place.

TheDual Linked Hot Shoes are best upgraded with longer screws which is $15each hot shoe,or $25for the set, as in thislink.The threaded inserts on each end of the bracket add $15each,which will allow you to mount the battery packs using the reduced shaft thumbscrew that camewith the battery pack. I can make up these reduced shaft thumbscrews if you can't find theoriginal ones. There are both 1/4-20, and 3/8-16 threaded inserts on the underside of the stand,

and you should use a heavy duty tilting umbrella adapter when mounting this stand with 2 flashunits, and PW's. The cast metal tilt head mount ($35) seen in some of the images further downin the section is just one type of compact, low profile mounting device that you can use.

The less versitle, but more compact Monopod version of this stand is a narrower bracket thatcan only be mounted to a stand or to the top of a monopod (it will not balance on a flat surface).The bracket needs to be increased in length if the battery pack threaded inserts are needed onthe end faces.

Dual Flash Stand w/ Extended Umbrella RiserL(***) This version of the dual stand, the Dual Flash Stand w/

Extended Umbrella Riser,is the same size and basic costsas the regular Dual Stand, except that the umbrella riserhas been extended to the full width as the base, to providea more secure way to hold a larger umbrella when thestand is securely mounted. Notice that there are now two(2) winged thumbscrews, to tighten against a spring loaded,captured pressure plate, and the Umbrella Riser itself ismounted to the base using 3 long screws. The base has theusual 1/4 inch and 3/8 inch threaded inserts on the bottom,and side mounted threaded inserts can be installed at $15each to hold external battery packs, or other devices.

A long winged thumbscrew can hold a Pocket Wizard to either side of the Umbrella Riser, and isincluded. The base model of this Dual Stand is still $150, and the Extended Umbrella Riser willadd $55. The other parts and options are the same as for the regularDual Stand,and includethe Topside Adjusters (set of 2) for $25, and an extra set of 2 mounting holes for $10. This itemwas just customized for a photog who wanted a set of 4 unthreaded holes along one edge, andanother set of 4 threaded holes along the other edge to use with the "Topside Adjusters". Theflash mounts should be attached to a set of holes close to the back edge, but since the unitwithout the shoes can be turned either way, it can be used in either configuration.

Dual Flash Stand MetalHere is a NEW Dual Flash & PW Bracket (Metal). The slots allow for easy adjustments ofwhatever type of shoes you choose, and at only $35for the bracket, this is a steal while it lasts.
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M(***) The slots are a bit tight for normal 1/4 inch screws, so aset of 3 reduced neck captive thumbscrews is currentlyavailable for $20. Additional Thumbscrews are also foundin the hardware sectionhere.Like many of the other dualbrackets on the market, thumbscrews, mounting shoes,dual linked sync cords, hot shoes, and the umbrella

adapter are not included, but all are available in manydifferent styles.

This next image shows theMetal Bracket with the Smith-Victor Locking Cold Shoes, mounted Pocket Wizard, andthe Impact # 3117 Umbrella Adapter, all set up, and readyto go, just waiting for 2 flash units, and a Dual Linked SyncCord or Hot Shoes to fire the flash units from a singlePocket Wizard unit. To see another style of inexpensive,but well made dual flash metal bracket, battery packs, and

plenty of other great items, see the Master himself: AlJacobs, athttp://www.aljacobs.com/.

You might recognize that his bracket started as a standard construction item for reinforcing "2by" lumber, and then is sent for very nice finishing. Again, the mounting shoes and umbrellaadapter, and screws are not included.

Dual Flash Bracket - Monopod VersionN(***) Here is a NEW Dual Flash & PW Bracket (monopod

version), where the flash units are only 4 inches apart,CTC (center to center), so the entire setup can fit onto amonopod, light stand, or clamp arrangement. Using anoptional Tilt Head, or Umbrella Adapter, the setup can beeasliy positioned to the desired angle.

The spacing between the individual flash heads is enoughthat anUmbrella Riser can be secured to the bracket as inthe right image. In these 3 images, the two flash units arefired from a single PW connected using a shortened DualLinked Hot Shoe Cable which can be seen close up in theParts View image below.
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.

For extra strength and security, especially when this unit ismounted on a moving monopod, the Hot Shoes have beenupgraded using larger, longer, stronger screws. Theindividual mounting shoes are secured to the bracketusing the Quick Adjust Thumbscrews, so they can easilybe rotated or removed as needed.

The image below (Parts View)shows the Dual Flash & PW Bracket in pieces without the flashunits attached. Using this bracket with a light stand, any Umbrella Adapter that accepts athreaded stud like the Impact # 3117 or Bogen / Manfrotto # 026 can be used instead of the TiltHead Adapter.

An alternative to using the Dual Linked Hot Shoes to mount and sync the flash units, coldmounting shoes along with a Dual Linked Sync Cord can be used as seen in the two images

below.The specific sync cord will naturally depend on the specific sync port of the flash, whetherit be a ScrewLock PC, Standard PC, Mini, or Sub-Mini.

The Dual Flash Bracket with theUmbrella Riser, Cold Shoes andThumbscrews is $90. TheLightweight Dual Linked PC PlugSync Cord ending in a straight miniplug is $30, and other type and stylesof Dual Linked Sync Cords are alsoavailable, or just ask for acombination if you don't see it. The

heavy duty, cast metal Tilt HeadMount is $35. Using the UpgradedDual Linked Hot Shoes instead of theCold Shoes and Lightweight DualLinked PC Plug Sync Cord will add$85. Additional threaded insets canbe added to any of these brackets for$15 each as a way of mountingexternal battery packs (like theCanon CP-E4, or the Nikon SD-8A).The length of this Monopod MountDual Flash & PW Bracket will have to

be increased to prevent interferenceof the crossing screws.
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For an even more secure way of mounting 1 or 2 battery packs to the monopod, see theBatteryPack Bracket in the posts below.

Dual Flash Bracket - Monopod Version (Short):O(***) This version of theDual Flash Bracket (monopod version)

has been shortened to 5.5 inches, for those who intend tonot use the PW. It is priced just as the versionjust abovewhere the PW is attached to the base bracket. Also shownin this version is the Quick Release Tilt Head Mount whichis $50. Notice that there is only a very small amount ofspace between the side of the flash units and the umbrellariser. If you are using the original RadioPoppers units(model P1) that send the signal via a fiber optic bundle,this size Dual Flash Bracket will work just fine, and youcan even use just a single RP Receiver if you also do theRadioPopper Dual Fiber Optic Bundle Mod.

The newer PX model of the RP attaches to the side of the Nikon flash units to cover the IRSensor, and for this about an inch of extra space is needed between the side of the flash, andthe umbrella riser, as in the newest version of theDual Flash Bracket - Medium sized version,shown below.

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Dual Flash Bracket - Monopod Version (Medium)P(***)

Here is a slightly longer version of theDual Flash Bracket(monopod version), and being referred to as theMediumLength Version. Instead of the 4 inch CTC (Center to

Center) separation in the (Short Length Version), (seeabove), each flash mounting shoe has been movedoutboard by 1 inch, for a total separation of 6 inches, in asimilar fashion to the Dual Flash Stand. This version ismeant to fit on a monopod or light stand, and will notbanance by itself on a table or the floor. There is a holeprovided in the Umbrella Riser that will allow mounting ofa PW unit, when the correct length screw is used.

Just like the other Monopod versions, theOriginal,and the Short, there is a 1/4-20 threadedinsert in the bottom, for attaching this bracket to a stand or monopod. The heavy duty cast metal

Tilt Head Mount ($35) or Quick Release Tilt Head Mount (shown and is $50), allow the DualFlash Bracket to angle, and still allow the monopod to be carried vertically, greatly reducing theamount of work required to carry the unit.

The Dual Flash Bracket with the Umbrella Riser, Cold Shoes and Thumbscrews is $90, just likethe other versions. The Lightweight Dual Linked PC Plug Sync Cord ending in a straight miniplug is $30, and other type and styles of Dual Linked Sync Cords are also available, or just askfor a combination if you don't see it. Using the Upgraded Dual Linked Hot Shoes instead of theCold Shoes and Lightweight Dual Linked PC Plug Sync Cord will add $85. Additional threadedinsets can be added to any of these brackets for $15each as a way of mounting external batterypacks (like the Canon CP-E4, or the Nikon SD-8A).


Single/Dual Battery Pack Bracket - Attached to Dual Flash Bracket - Monopod VersionQ(***) TheBattery Pack Bracket will allow 1 or 2 battery packs

(Canon CP-E4, or the Nikon SD-8A) to be secured alongthe center line of the monopod, and presents a smallerprofile as compared to when the packs are mounted to theoutboard ends of any of the Dual Flash Stands, orBrackets.

They are attached through the center mounting hole, andthen strapped in place using the heavy duty double sidedVelcro so the packs will not swing or move around.
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The single or double reduced shaft thumbscrew can beplaced in any of the threaded or non-threaded holes in thecustom bracket, and then held in place with a thumbnut onthe back side, and the short double Velcro strap on thebottom. The lower end of the battery packs are heldsecurely to the Battery Pack Bracket using the longer

double sided Velcro strap, which then is wrapped aroundthe monopod as well for a secure fit.

Keeping the battery packs close to the center line of themonopod also presents a smaller moment arm, and eventhough the total weight is the same as when the packs areat the ends of the Dual Flash Bracket, the total item ismuch easier to carry and move around in the close inconfiguration.

In these last 2 images, you can see the close up of theBattery Pack Bracket both attached to the monopod, andthen separate. The Heavy Duty Double Sided Velcrostraps are attached to the Battery Pack Bracket so theywon't get lost, and several holes are provided, boththreaded and non-threaded.

This Battery Pack Bracket, including the Single and Double Length Reduced ShankThumbscrews, Thumbnut, and attached Heavy Duty Double Stick Velcro straps is $75, and iscurrently sized for use with the Velbon Neopod line of monopods (shown is the Neopod 6). Othermonopods can possibly be used, although you might have to send it to me for accurate sizingand fit. If only the Single Length Thumbscrew is needed, you can deduct $10for a total of $65

Monopod Belt PouchR(***) This Monopod Belt Pouch is made from a heavy duty

nylon, with reinforced seams. It will slide onto a waist beltom either or 2 loops, and will make it easy to hold andsupport a monopod. The overall size is 4 inches x 8

inches and and sells for just $25.
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Single Flash & PW StandS(***)

These next 4 pictures show the Always Ready Flash &PW Stand.Store this setup with the PW and flash alreadymounted in the hot shoes, and you are ready for an

immediate setup of the off camera flash. Especially usefulduring those pressure shoots when every minute counts.Works especially well just sitting on the floor, a chair, or atable. Just turn on the PW and flash unit, place the blockon a flat surface or mount on a stand through the bottom1/4-20 threaded socket. Complete with 2 Hot shoes tohold a flash and a PW for $115.

T(***) The optional aux sync jack in the wired hot shoe allowsanother flash to be quickly connected (daisey chained)and fired without using another PW. This feature is $95.

U(***) Standard slotted screws are provided to mount the shoesto the stand, or optional recessed quick adjust screws (2)can be supplied for an additional $10, as seen in theDualStand with Optional Quick Adjust Screws below.

V(***) For the Nikon SB800 with the 5th battery holder specifyEXTENDED length block to keep 1" separation betweenPW and the battery compartment. For the Bowens Pulsarradio: change 0.625" to 1.0"

W(***) TheAlways Ready Dual Flash, PW, & Umbrella Stand willhold 2 flash units, the PW, and an umbrella (depicted bythe red rod) along the center axis of the flash heads. Thisstand, INCLUDING theDual Linked Hot Shoes to RA MiniPlug is $150. The Always Ready Dual Stand can mount toa light stand, tripod or just sit on any flat surface.
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X(***) The underside exploded view shows the dual threaded

inserts, and flat head screws for mounting the Dual LinkedHot Shoes.

Y(***) The standard flat head mounting screws can be replacedwithQuick Adjust Thumbscrews for $15, by counterboringthe underside of the Always Ready Dual Flash Stand. Thescrews can be brass as shown or the stronger 3/4"hardened steel black thumbscrews with the black plasticknurled cover which are used in many of my newer

custom projects. This image also shows the AdjustableSupport Mount,$15, which allow an angle adjustment andmounting of the Always Ready Dual Flash Stand. TheAdjustable Support Mount will fold flat and out of the waywhen not in use.

Z(***) As an alternative to theAdjustable Support Mount (shownabove), any light stand adapter (shown is the Impact #3117) can be used to allow an angle adjustment of theAlways Ready Dual Flash & PW Stand.

Upgraded Hot ShoeAA(***) If you are hard on your equipment, broke the hot shoe, or

just want it strengthened before you get it, theUpgraded

(Repaired) Kaiser Hot Shoe shown in the top image haslarger and longer hardened screws set in epoxy along witha heavier cable. Compare this to the OEM version in the
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bottom image where the small steel screws are just setinto the plastic along with the thin cable. To fit the largerscrews, the original holes are countersunk for a flush fit,and the body is epoxied together.

This upgrade costs $15(each hot shoe) if done when this item is ordered, or a minimum of $25ifdone as a true after the fact repair. For the Dual Linked Hot Shoes, both Hot Shoes can beupgraded for the total charge of $25.

Dual Flash Bracket - plain s teel

AB(***) For those who want a simpler solution, which is meant tobe used attached to a light stand (ie Denis Reggie style),theDual Flash Bracket shown here can hold 2 flash units,with adjustable spacing, and holes are provided to mount1 or 2 PW's (Pocket Wizards). This plain Dual FlashBracket,drilled, threaded, and polished 12 ga galvanizedsteel angle, is available for $40 (as shown). It is alsoavailable in aQuad Flash Bracket (below) which will holdup to 4 flash units and up to 4 PW's for $55. (Havingmultiple PW's allows you to take advantage of theSpeedCycler features of the MultiMax PW.)

The centerline holes have a standard 3/8 inch thread for direct connection onto a light stand, orthe threaded stud of an umbrella bracket.

To mount 2 flash units to this stand, and have them firedby a single PW, use theDual Linked Hot Shoes to RA MiniPlug ($85), andThumbscrews (2 for $6). If the flash unitsare being fired by 2 separate PW's (SpeedCycler functionof the MultiMax PW), then use 2 Hot Shoe to Mini Plugadapters ($35 each). If you wish to shoot into or throughan umbrella, use the Umbrella Riser ($30) (below).Various other hot and cold shoe Flash Mounting Optionscan be seen in the Plugs, Jacks, Cable and Hardware

section, or you can easily supply any shoe you have thataccepts a standard 1/4 inch screw.

As a Package Special, you can get a combination of 2 cold shoes (item D)and 4 thumbscrewsfor $35when you purchase the Dual Bracket.

AC(***) An extra long thumbscrew, rubber washer, and lockingknob (shown below) is available for $20 to allow 1 or 2Canon CP-E4 or Nikon SD-8A battery packs can bemounted to one of the open holes of the Dual FlashBracket.The shaft of the thumbscrew is a reducedthickness to easliy fit through the mounting hole in each ofthe batery packs. Two packs can be mounted using theone screw.
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AD(***) The Umbrella Riser is supplied with the StandardMounting Pinshown for attachment to theDual or QuadFlash Bracket and is $30when purchased with the Dual orQuad Flash Bracket, or $40when purchase alone. It canbe customized as to size of mounting hole and length forthe same $40. TheAlt Mounting Pin (see inset) is $5, andwill allow a direct connection to a standard 3/8 inch

threaded stud of a light stand or umbrella bracket.

If your stand has only a 1/4 inch threaded end, then you will need the Reducing Coupling($8,not shown), instead of the 3/8 inchAlternate Mount ing Pin($5).

If the Umbrella Riser is not being used, then the threaded stud of a light stand or umbrellabracket can screw directly into one of the threaded center holes of the Dual or Quad FlashBracket.

AE(***) Here (image left) you can see how the Umbrella Riser($30) is attached to the Dual Flash Bracket($40) with theincluded Standard Mounting Pin, which then fits into oneof the clamping ends of a standard umbrella bracket likethe Impact #3117 (next 3 images below). TheAlternateMounting Pin ($5) allows a direct connection to a threadedstud of a light stand or umbrella bracket while still keepingthe Umbrella Riser rigidly attached to the Dual or QuadFlash Bracket.

AF(***)
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AFIn these images (click to enlarge), you can see how the Dual Flash Bracket is set up withtwo flash units, and one or two PW's (two PW for independant control of the flash units, or use ofthe SpeedCycler function of the MultiMax PW). The Umbrella Riser is shown and attachedusing the Standard Mounting Pin, clamped into the Impact #3117 umbrella bracket.

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