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Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa M 36"
Product Code: J354312W
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Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-M Softbox (No Insert)
The Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-M Softbox is a fast, flexible lighting modifier designed for photographers who want reliable, flattering light with minimal setup time. With its octagonal shape and approximately 91 cm diameter, it produces soft, wraparound illumination and natural-looking circular catchlights, making it an excellent choice for portraits and people-focused work. Built around a collapsible, umbrella-style aluminium framework, the Rapid Box Switch is quick to assemble, easy to transport, and robust enough for regular studio or on-location use. Designed as part of the Switch system, it requires a compatible insert (sold separately) to match your chosen lighting system.
The Perfect Softbox For
- Photographers who want flexibility to use different lighting systems
- Portrait photographers needing soft, flattering light and natural catchlights
- Studio shooters needing a dependable key light with fast setup
- On-location photographers who value portability and quick breakdown
Key Features
- Approximately 91 cm octagonal softbox for soft, even light
- Produces natural, circular catchlights ideal for portraits
- Rapid Box Switch system supports a wide range of interchangeable inserts (sold separately)
- Compatible with Bowens, Elinchrom, Profoto, Broncolor, and speedlights (with correct insert)
- Quick-release thumb-lock secures the insert firmly in place
- Durable metal framework with heat-resistant fabrics
- Neutral diffusion material maintains accurate colour temperature
- Silver interior maximises light output
- Speedlight or strobe mounts externally for easy access to controls
- Optional 40-degree egg-crate grid available separately
The Softbox That Changes With You
The Rapid Box Switch system is designed around flexibility. With a wide range of interchangeable Switch Inserts available (sold separately), the same softbox can be used with different brands of strobes and speedlights. This means you can change lighting systems without replacing your modifiers, saving both time and money. The thumb-lock mechanism makes swapping inserts quick and secure, even during busy shoots.
Portable Softbox Lighting
Inspired by an umbrella-style design, the solid aluminium framework removes the need for loose support rods and keeps overall weight to a minimum. Setup is fast and straightforward, while breakdown is just as quick. When not in use, the softbox folds down neatly into the supplied carry case, making it ideal for travel, storage, and location work.
Premium Diffusion and Build Quality
The diffusion panels are made from natural, unbleached nylon fabric, carefully chosen to soften light without introducing unwanted colour shifts. Combined with the reflective silver interior and sturdy construction, the Rapid Box Switch Octa-M delivers consistent, dependable results shoot after shoot.
Whats Included
- Westcott Rapid Box Switch Octa-M Softbox
- Outer diffusion panel (1-stop)
- Inner baffle (1-stop)
- Carry case
Important Note
This version does not include a Switch Insert. A compatible insert is required to mount the softbox to your light and must be purchased separately.
A solid choice if you already own a Switch Insert or want the flexibility to choose your mount separately. The light quality, build, and speed of setup are all excellent, and the Switch system makes it a future-proof option for evolving lighting setups.
MPN: 2522
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Our used products are subject to wear and tear in comparison to brand new products. This also applies to accessories that are supplied with the camera including batteries which may have a lower optimum performance level/life expectancy.
- Like New – The equipment is in a condition as if you have just bought it from the manufacturer. The item is still considered to be ‘Like New’ even without the original packaging and accessories. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect working order. Lenses are optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Excellent – The equipment should be close to being ‘Like New’ but there may be some small cosmetic blemishes that lower its grade. The product has been fully tested and is in perfect excellent order.
- Cameras – Should have no marks on the LCD screen
- Lenses – Should have no marks on the elements and optically clear. There may be light dust present that will not effect the imagery.
- Very Good – The equipment may have some slight cosmetic wear to the paintwork and cosmetic blemishes with only light signs of use and the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – The LCD screen may have small signs of wear that does not affect its display
- Lenses – The mount of the lens will start to show signs of wear
- Good – The equipment is showing more obvious signs of cosmetic wear and blemishes, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen may have scratches or wear that is starting to affect the display.
- Lenses – May have slight dust inside that does not affect images. The mount shows signs of use.
- Well Used – The equipment will show significant signs of wear. The paintwork will be coming away in large areas exposing the metal work, but the product has been fully tested and is in great working order.
- Cameras – LCD screen is heavily worn either by de-lamination or has scratches to it. Rubber grips are starting to come away from the body.
- Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.
*All of our used items are listed with the accessories that are included. If they are not listed, then they will not be supplied at the point of purchase.
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