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I think the Arrilite and Softbox will be really handy in the Softbank kit. It's a little more versatile. If you can afford that kit I think it'll be a good investment. A lot of people also like the Softbank IV kit.
 
bcheong said:
I think the Arrilite and Softbox will be really handy in the Softbank kit. It's a little more versatile. If you can afford that kit I think it'll be a good investment. A lot of people also like the Softbank IV kit.
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You are reffering to the more expensive one?

Because they are both softbanks...
 
Dante, I suggest you wait for another paycheck or two and save up for the Softbank IV Kit... It's not pictured in your two examples, but includes....
1-1k Arrilight w/speed ring and softbox, 1-650 fresnel,1-300 fresnel, and 2- 150 fresnels.. All with scrims and 4- light stands. Why 4 light stands for 5 lights...Good question, but the case that is included, just wouldn't be able to close with it. So Arri includes a Mafor clamp(Bogen super clamp).
This is a great kit, and other than the weight, will last you many, many years.
Buy an additional set of bulbs at time of purchase, to keep you prepared for almost anything, a couple of "Harbor Freight dimmers"- Search "Dimmers" on this forum. Get some CTO and CTB and "Party colored" gels,as well as diffusion, perhaps a few more mafor clamps, C-Stands, a set of " Road Rags"-see- http:// www.msegrip.com and your pretty much set for several different types of assignments and set ups.
I could list another dozen things to buy, including a larger car to carry all this stuff, but I have found the ARRI SOFTBANK IV kit to be very handy.
Good luck...\
I paid around $ 2700 bucks for mine about a year ago at B & H
 
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Wow.... that was quite useful.
The Softbank IV looks great...
I would have to put some of the payment on my card and some in cash, because I don't want to max out the card. At any rate I was really looking at a 50 pound kit for travel, but more than likely would have to factor traveling cost with those projects anyway.


What I believe I need to know is the limits of each kit. Since this will be my 1st light purchase What would a 1250watt do for an individual who shoots: Concerts, interviews, short movies, music videos (bulk of the work seems to be live events.

Also 2200watt / 2600watt kit do

Guys please help looking to make this purchase this week (even tomorrow). IF there is anything else you need clarification on please let me know so I can update this post!
 
This kit is perfect for interviews and some short movies..perhaps a music video, but don't plan on winning a Video music award for lighting unless your quite creative..
Live events.....concerts....forgeta'boutit. Not nearly enough to light talent in any concert hall.... Unless your shooting from the front row and the lights are just out of frame.
For a concert, you would need to rent a semi truck full of lights, and then some. Live outdoor event....4k,6k,12k even 18k HMI lights for an outdoor event. A night concert, indoors or out..stick with the semi truck or the HMI's...
Good luck..
 
filmat11 said:
This kit is perfect for interviews and some short movies..perhaps a music video, but don't plan on winning a Video music award for lighting unless your quite creative..
Live events.....concerts....forgeta'boutit. Not nearly enough to light talent in any concert hall.... Unless your shooting from the front row and the lights are just out of frame.
For a concert, you would need to rent a semi truck full of lights, and then some. Live outdoor event....4k,6k,12k even 18k HMI lights for an outdoor event. A night concert, indoors or out..stick with the semi truck or the HMI's...
Good luck..
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WOW that's serious... I was considering the ETC source fours for my big events (not necessarily a concert) as I would need quite a bit to light everyone easily but the idea is that they have a nice throw depending on the lens.

Push come to shove I will add lights to my existing setup so that I can save initially.
 
I shot interviews with a musician today for a theatrical doc. I used the Softbank IV kit, it's great for interviews, all you need but for bigger stuff, you need more instruments than any kit has.

Personally, I like to light scenes with a lot of little lights so I have acquired a lot of Arri 150s and 300s but I still always used larger lights for keying and for bringing up overall ambient levels so you really need a mix of small lights and larger lights, which this kit offers.

As far as music videos, concerts, etc. You will need to probably look more at 3-5 ton grip and lighting trucks, you cannot light concerts and music videos with a portable light kit IMHO.

Best,

Dan
 
I bought the Arri Softbank D1 Tungsten 3 Light Kit from B&H last week. Like the others said above no kit is going to handle all situations--I bought this one exclusively for interviews (I also use my Kino-Flo Diva). It's amazing what you can do with a handfull of little lights.

I've pretty much found that shipping lights (even in well designed factory cases) is always a crap-shoot.

Best.
 
dregenthal said:
I bought the Arri Softbank D1 Tungsten 3 Light Kit from B&H last week. Like the others said above no kit is going to handle all situations--I bought this one exclusively for interviews (I also use my Kino-Flo Diva). It's amazing what you can do with a handfull of little lights.

I've pretty much found that shipping lights (even in well designed factory cases) is always a crap-shoot.

Best.
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Do you find any issues with the D1 because as of now I'm strong considering that one. I agree with what the others say, but I just feel better added to my kit over time vs. buying one now and maxing out company card. I really like the Softbank I http://tinyurl.com/2z3gsr but worst case I'll get the D2 and just add a 1k and so on.
 
Yes, all of us with Arri kits are very used to that heavy weight extra charge when we fly. Fact of life but it is a great kit. I use the Softbank IV at work and I own the Softbank I kit. Arri kits are just a great tool. Not cheap but definitely worth it. Add a few 150s and perhaps a Diva for daylight interiors and you can tackle a lot of different kinds of setups with ease.

Enjoy!

Dan
 
puredrifting said:
Yes, all of us with Arri kits are very used to that heavy weight extra charge when we fly. Fact of life but it is a great kit.


Your right Puredrifting----I just arrived in Boston...$ 80 bucks to send the kit...I have three more stops this week, it will add up...Thank god client will reimburse this one. Just make sure the "little extras" you add to your kit do not make it go over 100lbs... Then they won't send it through as luggage..anyway, that's what NWA said.
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I ship my lights rather then fly them (where time allows) if the shoot is not within reasonable driving distance (most are not for me). Make sure to remove your bulbs and bring 'em with you in your soft luggage if you use UPS . . . I swear, those guys must have a contest to see how far they can fling those cases!
 
yeah I just came back and read this post... I have enjoyed the kit will post a link on here soon demonstrating what results I've had.
 
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