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Large 55 inch deep parabolic softbox with 18 fiberglass rods and Bowens mount

Glow Edge

Glow Edge Profond Quick-Open 55" Deep Parabolic Softbox 144cm

SKU CH-B7KN-FPGV4

A 55-inch deep parabolic softbox with 18 fiberglass rods and a Bowens mount opens quickly via a focus rod system for indoor or outdoor lighting

  • Deep parabolic shape creates soft, natural-looking light
  • Quick-open mechanism enables fast setup and teardown
  • 18 fiberglass rods eliminate metal interference in the silvered bowl
  • Bowens mount fits a wide range of studio flash heads
  • Collapsible design allows compact storage and easy transport

Deep parabolic modifier for Bowens lights

The Glow Edge Profond Quick-Open 55" Deep Parabolic Softbox is a 144cm light modifier built for photographers who use Bowens-mount strobes or continuous heads. Its octadecagon frame creates a round, deep parabolic bowl that produces smooth, wraparound illumination suited to portrait, fashion and commercial work. The silvered interior reflects output cleanly without metallic ribs crossing the light path.

Sustained output with the focus rod system

The focusing rod lets you slide the mounted head along the parabolic axis, shifting the beam from a tight spot to a broad flood while the session runs. Because the 18 external fiberglass rods hold the shape without internal dowels, the silvered bowl keeps its precise curve under continuous heat, so fall-off and contrast stay consistent from the first frame to the last.

Bowens mount compatibility decides fit

The unit accepts only Bowens-mount heads; lights with other bayonets or proprietary mounts cannot attach without an adapter that is not included. Buyers whose fixtures use a different mount will need a separate speed-ring before this softbox can be used.

Highlights

  • Deep parabolic shape creates soft, natural-looking light
  • Quick-open mechanism enables fast setup and teardown
  • 18 fiberglass rods eliminate metal interference in the silvered bowl
  • Bowens mount fits a wide range of studio flash heads
  • Collapsible design allows compact storage and easy transport

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the 144 cm deep parabolic shape trap heat when a Bowens-mount strobe runs all day?

The 18 external fiberglass rods keep the silvered interior bowl open, so air circulates freely around the flash head and heat does not build up inside the softbox.

Which mount must my flash already have to attach directly to this softbox?

The softbox ships with a Bowens mount ring, so the strobe or continuous light needs a compatible Bowens bayonet to lock in without an extra adapter.

Will the quick-open mechanism still lock securely if I pair it with an older Bowens-mount head that has a slightly worn bayonet?

The focusing rod system tensions the 18 rods independently of the mount, so the parabolic shape stays rigid even if the head's bayonet has some play.

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