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Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-L

SKU: WE2523 MFR: 2523
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Key Features

  • Achieve soft, even lighting with this 48" Octa Softbox, perfect for flattering portraits.
  • The Rapid Box Switch's umbrella style makes setup and teardown quick and easy for any shoot.
  • Its durable aluminum frame ensures this Octa Softbox stands up to frequent use, built to last.
  • Get creative! This modifier is compatible with speed rings (not included) for versatile use.
  • Removable inner & outer diffusers give you ultimate control over your light quality for photos.
  • Silver interior maximizes output, making the Westcott Octa Softbox ideal for studio photography.
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Shopper : Does this unit come with bracket to hold an on camera 580ex11 or similar on camera flash or is the bracket additional?ANDREW R : No. Any mounting rings or brackets would need to be ordered separately.
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?JOE M : very niceAthavan R : like the light quality and portability

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2023-05-15T08:40:29

Rated 5 out of 5

Love mine!

This kit is so good! So quick and easy to set up and my photos look amazing!

ERIC P.

2023-05-07T23:27:03

Rated 4 out of 5

Make sure you get right attachment.

Very good product. Set up fast

ERIC P.

2022-03-01T08:02:19

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect

Love it works perfect for me

JAMES Z.

2021-07-09T14:53:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for one light portraits

Great for one light portraits

Peter P.

2021-02-15T07:05:29

Rated 5 out of 5

A must buy!

My favorite light purchase that I have made! These lights are work horses.

BROOKE A.

2021-01-23T13:10:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Just What I Needed

Very happy with the large modifier.

Christopher W.

2020-07-31T05:24:47

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good system no regrets

Works great with Godox system. I use AD400Pro & 2 AD200Pro lights with X Pro Trigger.

JAMES R.

2020-07-03T14:01:50

Rated 4 out of 5

Not a acutal 2x3 Softbox

I am very disappointed that this is not a actual 2x3 softbox The dimensions do not add up for this to be a true 2x3 softbox. The width is 24.5 inches wide. A half inch wider than the 24 inches, and the length is 32.5 inches long instead of being 36 inches long. That's 3.5 inches shorter than the 36 inches it should be. That is very disappointing to me. That is the only thing I do not like about this softbox. Other than that it is everything you want from a Westcott Rapid box. It's very well made, it performs very well, and the light coming out of it from my Flashpoint Explor 600 strobe is very beautiful.

ALBERT J.

2019-06-07T12:42:07

Rated 5 out of 5

Products

Great product so far

WILLIE E.

2019-06-03T18:38:35

Rated 5 out of 5

You will be happy when you purchase this bundle !

The Flashpoint Xplor 600 is amazing, Westcott Rapid Box is great like all of their products.

John S.

2019-05-21T10:10:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Great product.

I really enjoy the portability. Just like having your studio lighting with you in the field. Great light.

GERARDO C.

2019-05-19T10:48:55

Rated 2 out of 5

5 Stars If It Didn’t Fall Apart

Every picture is evenly lit, double diffused is amazing indoors and out, no problems with odd shaped catchlight. Material feels durable enough to the touch but I wish the smaller inner diffusing wasn’t made with snaps as it feels like it’s going to rip when I’m unsnapping them. They should have been made with Velcro just like the outter diffusing or at least made the snaps with longer unsnapping hooks for better grip. Even with me being picky about the snaps I still would have given this 5 stars but I only got about 10 hours worth of shooting out of it before the aluminum or whatever thin metal it’s made of around the metal connecting ring detached while the umbrella was connected to the light. It wasn’t windy or awkwardly angled, just gave out without notice during a shoot. There is no proper way to fix the ring back onto the base as 1 its bent from dropping to the ground having been made so thinly and 2 the fold securing the ring to the base is on the inside, likely manufactured using a machine. I did a lot of research before buying this and treat it with respect during use and transport so I’m a little disappointed when I spent the extra money on a Wescott. Hoping I can fix and reinforce it somehow and that I just got a dud.

Spencer F.

2019-04-18T18:31:18

Rated 4 out of 5

West out Rapid Box Switch Octa -S 26”

This is really easy to put together. Small, lightweight, & has a great carrying case. The cons, only includes outer defused. No egg crate or inside beauty dis included.

LORRAINE F.

2019-02-22T12:49:44

Rated 5 out of 5

Great quality, setup is thoughtful, looks wonderful

These are my new favorite for acting headshots. Two layers of diffusion, solid construction, and the second layer can be recessed a bit for decent flagging. I picked up the grid as well, and it is fantastic quality with easy setup and no fuss with the diffusion. Got the Bowens insert and am using the little Phottix speedlite grabber, and this makes for a very nice setup. Hope this helps.

Richard M.

2019-01-27T04:57:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Well-Built and Easy to Use

Initially saw the Westcott Rapid Box Octabox in use during a photo coaching session. I purchased the medium model due to low ceilings where I do a number of my shoots.The octabox frame is sturdy and well-made. Instead of an umbrella-style shaft lock device, the Westcott Rapid Box uses a magnet to hold the box in the open position. The diffusers were easy to install, and can be folded up when the Box is collapsed.Probably my favorite feature is the zipper in the side body of the Octabox - it allows easy access when opening the umbrella and when attaching the Box to the strobe mount.Overall, a great product, and I plan on purchasing other sizes of the Rapid Box in the near future.

William C.

2018-12-12T13:07:44

Rated 5 out of 5

Great light

Awesome light!!

Markel A.

2018-11-07T05:50:59

Rated 5 out of 5

High quality soft box diffuser with easy set up

Adorama site is clean, well-designed and a snap to navigate. Product arrived quickly, well-packaged and in perfect condition. Westcott Rapid Box diffuser is incredibly easy to assemble right out of the box and appears to be of very good quality. So far, softbox has produced very pleasing results using a FlashPoint Zoom TTL Li-ion flash set-up with my Nikon D750. Looking forward to expanding my Westcott product collection.

Benjamin B.

2018-11-06T16:48:54

Rated 5 out of 5

Softbox

I love this soft box! It’s perfect!!

Danyele H.

2018-11-02T09:58:10

Rated 1 out of 5

Good, but the Switch system is very flawed with Bowens mount

The light that his octa Rapidbox produces is really great. The big issue is the mount. With a Bowens speedring, the speedring spins freely, making it very awkward and difficult to secure to a monolight (in this case, the AD400 Pro). In order to get it to click into the Bowens mount monolight, you have to take the diffuser off, reach in through the ribs and try to grasp the speedring and attempt to rotate. This seems to be the only way to secure the Rapidbox to a monolight. This is a cumbersome process. I am pretty sure one of the ribs and/or fabric will break or tear in no time. Poor design that I hope will be fixed soon.

DAVID C.

2018-09-20T07:34:53

Rated 5 out of 5

High quality, easy setup

The Rapid Box Switch Octa-L is truly easy to set up. I like that there are two layers of diffusion. They seem to me to be high quality diffusion layers too. I think it is slightly deeper than it appears in the product shot.

Jonathan M.

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Westcott Rapid Box Switch Specifications

  • Heat Rating

    300W for Continuous Lighting
    800Ws for Strobes

  • Material

    Aluminum, Fabric

  • Shape

    8-Sided Octagon

  • Accepts Grids

    Yes (Not Included)

  • Interior Color

    Silver

  • Light Compatibility

    Requires Bracket/Speed Ring (Not Included)

  • Quick Open Type

    Umbrella Style

  • Removable Front Face

    Yes

  • Interior Baffle

    Yes, Removable

  • Light Loss/Gain

    No

  • Size

    48" (121.92cm)

  • UPC Code

    812735028156

16 Accessories for Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-L

  • All Accessories (16)
  • Speed Rings & Adapters (11)
  • Gaffer Tape (5)

Designed For Use With:

  • Strobe Lights

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About Westcott Rapid Box Switch

FEATURED REVIEWS

Well-Built and Easy to Use

By William C.

Initially saw the Westcott Rapid Box Octabox in use during a photo coaching session. I purchased the medium model due to low ceilings where I do a number of my shoots.The octabox frame is sturdy and well-made. Instead of an umbrella-style shaft lock device, the Westcott Rapid Box uses a magnet to hold the box in the open position. The diffusers were easy to install, and can be folded up when the Box is collapsed.Probably my favorite feature is the zipper in the side body of the Octabox - it a...

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High quality soft box diffuser with easy set up

By Benjamin B.

Adorama site is clean, well-designed and a snap to navigate. Product arrived quickly, well-packaged and in perfect condition. Westcott Rapid Box diffuser is incredibly easy to assemble right out of the box and appears to be of very good quality. So far, softbox has produced very pleasing results using a FlashPoint Zoom TTL Li-ion flash set-up with my Nikon D750. Looking forward to expanding my Westcott product collection.

New Rapid Box

Make the Switch

  • Fastest and Most Adaptable Softboxes with 9 unique sizes & 13 interchangeable inserts for the most popular speedlights and strobes.
  • Easily Change your Mounting Options.
  • Compatible with most off-camera flashes and strobes.
  • Durable Metal Framework with Heat-Resistant Fabric.
  • Set up for quick assembly in studio or on location.
  • Control Lighting with Diffusion & Grids with increased depth for improved performance.

Hands-On Review: Testing the New Westcott Rapid Box Switch

"If you’ve never used a Rapid Box before, let me briefly explain. In a “classic” softbox, the photographer has a “speed ring” on which they build their box. Depending on the size of the softbox, this can take several valuable minutes away from your session. Beyond that, it requires a certain amount of strength to set up and tear down, making the task difficult for some.

With the Westcott Rapid Box system, the Softbox is built on a frame similar to an umbrella (but different from the Halo or Apollo in that the light itself sits in the back, like a traditional softbox). By simply sliding the locking mechanism up the rod you can build (or break down) your Rapid Box in seconds. This amazing refinement allows you to create beautiful light whenever and wherever you need it, quickly and with little fuss...."

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After extensive research and development, the Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-L emerges as a top-tier light modifier, expertly crafted for the discerning photographer seeking a blend of style, durability, and professional-grade performance. This innovative softbox is designed to facilitate rapid interchangeability of off-camera flashes while upholding the convenience of a collapsible design, making it an indispensable tool for dynamic photography sessions.

The robust quick-release thumb-lock mechanism ensures the steadfast security of your lighting equipment, providing peace of mind during the hustle of on-location shoots. Assembling in mere seconds, the Rapid Box Switch Octa-L is a testament to efficiency, allowing photographers to focus on capturing the perfect shot rather than fiddling with complex setup procedures.

Constructed with a resilient framework and long-lasting materials, the softbox stands up to the rigors of frequent use. The color-accurate fabrics are meticulously chosen to ensure that each photograph you take is a true representation of your artistic vision. The taut silver interior is engineered to maximize light output, ensuring that no matter the setting, your images are illuminated to perfection.

Westcott's commitment to quality is evident in the rigorous testing of their diffusion panels. When compared to competitors, these panels have been proven to offer unparalleled color accuracy, setting a new industry standard. The Rapid Box Switch Octa-L includes an inner diffusion panel and an outer diffusion panel, both contributing to the creation of soft, even lighting that flatters your subjects and enhances your photographic work.

Included with each Rapid Box Switch is a durable carry case, offering convenient storage and transportability. This ensures that your softbox is protected and ready to go wherever your photography may take you. Whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiast looking to elevate your lighting game, the Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-L is a versatile and high-quality choice that promises to enhance the artistry of your imagery.

Westcott Rapid Box Switch Features

  • Convenient and collapsible octogonal light modifier with the fastest setup time
  • Easily switch your light mount insert (sold separately) for compatibility with most off-camera flashes
  • Quick-release thumb-lock ensures the security of your light
  • Durable metal framework and heat-resistant fabrics for dependability
  • Neutral diffusion fabric provides consistent color temperature
  • Taut silver interior maximizes light output
  • Optional 40-degree egg-crate grid available separately

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 12 months for labor.

Key Features

  • Achieve soft, even lighting with this 48" Octa Softbox, perfect for flattering portraits.
  • The Rapid Box Switch's umbrella style makes setup and teardown quick and easy for any shoot.
  • Its durable aluminum frame ensures this Octa Softbox stands up to frequent use, built to last.
  • Get creative! This modifier is compatible with speed rings (not included) for versatile use.
  • Removable inner & outer diffusers give you ultimate control over your light quality for photos.
  • Silver interior maximizes output, making the Westcott Octa Softbox ideal for studio photography.

What's in the box:

  • Rapid Box Switch Modifier
  • Outer Diffusion Panel
  • Inner Diffusion Panel
  • Carry Case
  • Westcott 1 Year Limited Warranty