Adorama Triple Shoe Adapter for shoe mount flash -Has a 3.5mm socket that lets you plug in a radio receiver or sync
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RONALD J D : I need 3.5 mm pc sync cord to mini usb cord for my Adorama Triple Shoe Adapter for shoe mount flash -Has a 3.5mm socket that lets you plug in a radio receiver or sync?MICHAEL B : when the triple shoe adapter is synced to the camera or radio trigger only the center hot show works, the two end shoes do not.
I still use it by triggering the center flash with a sync cable and trigger the other two optically. It is the only way it works for me. I have tried moving the various flashes to different positions with the same results, center is hot and two ends are not.
DANIEL S : There's one side that does not show in pictures.. how does this mount to anything? Is there a hotshoe with screw? Or a tripod screw hole?MICHAEL M : It mounts via a standard tripod mount type screw hole.WILLIAM J S : There is a 1/4-20 mount so that you can attach it on a tripod or light stand or any other type of hook up that you may require as long as there is a 1/4-20 bolt to attach it to.RICHARD S : It has a 1/4 x 20 threaded hole.CAMPER STEVE/DE T : It'll mount to a typical stud adapter (the screw-like mount you find on top of a tripod). Type "stud adapter" in the search box for a look at what I mean. I bought a Photoflex Heavy Duty Aluminum Swivel for my umbrella and it comes with a stud that works great for the shoe adapter.MICHAEL A : The bottom has a hole with a standard 1/4 thread. So you can fit it on a lightstand or a flash bracket. ALEX A : There is a third hot shoe on the other side. The adapter has a standard 1/4" tripod threaded hole and a radio trigger input that sync all three hot shoesMARILYN S : Yes, there is a 1/4- 20 screw hole on the bottom to mount on a light stand or tripod. The side you cannot see has the third hotshoe.
NAOMI S : So I bought this so I could use multiple flashes with a parabolic umbrella. However - to use this - have to remove current bracket - so now have no umbrella hole. What do I need to buy next? This stuff really gets me confused......not mechanically inclined at all!RICHARD K : I use a bracket like this one (Adorama Universal Swivel Holder - Umbrella Bracket) and then use the brass fitting with the threaded 1/4" X 20 stud to attach the tripple shoe adapter to.RICARDO C : I have yet to try mine but I have this adapter that will make it work:
Manfrotto 026 Swivel Umbrella Adapter (Lite-tite) (#2905)
This other one is similar:
Adorama Universal Swivel Holder - Umbrella Bracket with Adjustable Flash Mount
I hope it helps.ADAM D : You need an umbrella bracket. Between $15 & $20. & of you don't have one a decent light stand. Adorama has there a couple to chose from.MARILYN S : Naomi,
I use this with my Westcott 45" (Style 2016) umbrella. It just mounts to the threaded top of my light stand with the umbrella shaft inserted through the mounting head. Just like in the picture on Adorama's website but with a universal umbrella mount. You will need a 1/4-20 threaded stud to mount the flash head(s) on the top of the bracket.
It sounds like you are using a softbox that has a diffuser cover on the front. Ellenchrome and Lastolight both have an octogon shaped softbox that looks like an umbrella but is used like a softbox.
I hope this helps. If not, I know the folks here at Adorama will be more than happy to walk you through to success with your new equipment.VU B : You screw the little brass spigot that held your cold shoe into this, then attach it to your umbrella adapter.CAMPER STEVE/DE T : I'm currently using it on my Photoflex Swivel. It came with a brass mounting stud that mounts to the top of the swivel and the Triple Shoe Adapter screws onto the mounting stud. All you need is a mounting stud and you're back in business.
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2015-12-30T15:15:44
Rated 5 out of 5
solved two problems
I use my PocketWizard Plus III's in manual flash setups so that I can mix flash and cameras of different brands, especially a very old Nissan flash that had no PC connector hole. I bought a RPS hot shoe 3.5 Mini Plug for Pocket Wizard with 12" cord (equivalent of Pocket Wizard MHSF1 cord) and it worked, but the 12" cord was really annoying if I didn't wrap it securely hand holding the flash unit since it flails around like a mace and chain. The triple shoe adapter solved that problem with the Pocketwizard at one end and the flash at the other, while using the adapter for a handgrip. It works really well in place of PC cords. I'm very satisfied mixing various strobs and cameras in manual mode.
William K.
2014-02-24T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
old flashes, various brands, compact
I have an approx. 20 year old Nissin 360TW flash and a Nikon SB 600 flash I wanted to use in combo in manual mode for my Canon G11 camera because two Pocket Wizard Plus III units make "mix and match" possible if I can make connections. I also wanted to have a PC connector receptacle available in the mix if needed because the Pocketwizards don't have PC receptacles. The three shoes on the Triple Shoe Adapter made connection of the Pocketwizard III receiver unit, the Nissan flash and the SB 600 flash possible. It works well in manual mode with the Pocketwizard transmitter on the Canon G11 shoe and I get lots of light with old flashes and it's easy to hold without any cords flopping around.
William K.
2013-12-02T19:00:00
Rated 3 out of 5
Works fine but for poorly sized thread
As others have noted, the thread on this is incorrectly sized. How the manufacturers were able to mess up a 1/4"/20 thread is beyond me. What's doubly odd is that I have the exact same product from another dealer whose thread size is exactly correct. Theirs also comes with a rubber washer to ensure a tight connection. That said, it does kind of fit on a standard brass plug, albeit very tightly. Pretty flimsy, but cheap enough to have a few on hand. Beyond that, it does the job.
JUSTIN E.
2013-04-15T21:00:00
Rated 1 out of 5
Useless Mount
The device does NOT have an universal tripod mount, you can't mount it on any tripod or light stand. Really silly!!
Tim P.
2012-12-12T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
It works!
I use it to fire 3 flashs at once, I use light weight flashes. Can give you 2 extra stops. It works very well.
eugeneb
2012-04-30T21:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Worth the money
Great little tool. Will fire all connected flashes with one wireless receiver (connected to the adaptor with a 3.5mm plug). Seems sturdy, but 3 flashes would appear to be a lot of weight on this item.
CHRISTOPHER G.
2012-02-14T19:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Works with 3 Pocket Wizard TT5s!!
I was extremely surprised that I could use this with three Pocket Wizard TT5s for Nikon. It works well. My only concern is durability over time with the weight of three SB-900s and TT5s attached to it.
Philip W.
2011-04-16T21:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Great way to add pc sync function
This is a great inexpensive way to use pc sync devices with cameras that don't come with a pc jack. I use this on my Sony A200 just for the pc sync capability and fire off my Flashpoint budget studio monolight flash (sku FPBF160). It locks firmly onto my camera's hotshoe mount and releases with a button on the side opposite of the pc jack. I have not yet used the hotshoe mount to fire another flash, therefore am unsure of it's performance, but for pc sync operation it's a great investment!
JB
2010-03-20T21:00:00
Rated 1 out of 5
Does not work with my Sony A200.
This is the second unit I tried.Both will not work as advertised. I'm using a sony A200 and the flash is a Vivitar modle 2800. The Flash works O.K with my film Minola camers, but will not work with your adapter. I also tried another flash with a standard shoe, still will not work. My A200 will work with a Sony external flash. The camera is not at fault. Again I tried other flash units. I believe this adapter is not wired correct.
Joe
2010-02-02T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
Well constructed
Well constructed, good price.
JFH
2010-01-24T19:00:00
Rated 4 out of 5
worth the money. works very well
works well with my sunpac 383. has a pc sync port that will be used often.
Paul W.
2009-08-13T21:00:00
Rated 5 out of 5
Sony DSLR users..., this is GREAT!
I've seen what's out there.., and this little devise does the trick in style. I was pleasantly surprised by the high quality of the unit. Locks securely into the Sony hot-shoe. Provides a PC plug as a bonus.
johnday1
About Adorama Triple Shoe Adapter for shoe mount flash
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Sony DSLR users..., this is GREAT!
By johnday1
I've seen what's out there.., and this little devise does the trick in style. I was pleasantly surprised by the high quality of the unit. Locks securely into the Sony hot-shoe. Provides a PC plug as a bonus.
solved two problems
By William K.
I use my PocketWizard Plus III's in manual flash setups so that I can mix flash and cameras of different brands, especially a very old Nissan flash that had no PC connector hole. I bought a RPS hot shoe 3.5 Mini Plug for Pocket Wizard with 12" cord (equivalent of Pocket Wizard MHSF1 cord) and it worked, but the 12" cord was really annoying if I didn't wrap it securely hand holding the flash unit since it flails around like a mace and chain. The triple shoe adapter solved that problem with the...
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This adapter allows up to three flashguns to be attached allowing more light output.. Can also be used to mount microphones for video applications.
You can trigger all stobes with one cord,
Key Features
- 1/4X20 mountable 3.5mm hole
- Will fire all connected flashes
What's in the box:
- Adorama 6 Months Warranty