New Rig- HVX/SGpro/Lomo-Redrock Mattebox

[IanD]

After finally receiving the new Redrockmicro mattebox my new rig is complete. I had been using a 4x4 Arri MB 17 for years but although it was bulletproof and solid it vignetted with wide lenses unless I took extra steps. With the new Redrock MB all is good. Here's some images of the rig and MB for those still waiting for delivery. It's a nice piece of kit and worth the agonizing wait.

 

[Kholi]

The improved Mattebox is very nice. Should be getting mines very very soon, can't wait to put it in front of the Ultimate.

As always nice rig there, Ian. Looks a little massive, is it handheld ready?

 

[Andrew Brinkhaus]

Yeah, seems like a great MB. This may sound juvenile but how does the geardear MB compare?

 

[IanD]

My rig actually balances quite well on my shoulder and isn't nearly as heavy as it looks. I have a RR shoulder mount on order since 5/2 which will surely make it more comfortable. I've been using a set of Cavision dual handgrips which are just ok/functional. I've done a good bit of handheld work with this rig and it's not too bad at all.

 

[Drcoffee]

Ian, I saw on your site you have a letus as well as a SGpro. Which is your prefered adapter? And which is faster with flip in your opinion..?

Cheers
Jon

 

[jls4]

looks good - real good!

 

[IanD]

Jon,
The LEX and the SGpro have different advantages and tradeoffs. The LEX is about 1/3 stop faster than the SG but renders a somewhat thinner bokeh. I find myself liking the SG more each time I use it and will probably sell the LEX off soon. For now, though, its good to have both options.

 

[IanD]

Andrew,

I've never used the geardear but it looks a bit home made. For a few more bucks you can get a professional swing-away mattebox from Redrock. It'll be a good investment and relatively future proof as you upgrade cameras.

 

[doncamillo]

Ian, thanks for being the first to share some decently sized pictures of the final version of the mattebox with us!

 

[alekstef]

Pretty damn sweet rig you've got there, man! I'm jealous! If only I had the money...

 

[cinebuddy]

Man if Redrock could match Production volume to demand...whew they'd be a force to be reckoned with. That Mattebox is one fine looking piece of as..err I mean kit.