The Phottix Varos Pro M Flash Shoe Umbrella Holderfrom Phottix Varos Pro M Flash Shoe Umbrella Holderis 300% stronger than previous versions and features an aluminum alloy body with a metal cold shoe as well as a 3/8" and 1/4" female threaded insert and a male insert with 3/8" and 1/4" screws. The holder's teardrop-shaped umbrella mount accepts shafts from 7 to 10 mm in diameter and is slanted 8 degrees to allow more light to hit the center of the umbrella. Its patented 180-degree tilting mechanism will support up to 62 lb (28 kg). The Varos Pro M has a hanging hole with a clip for use with a counterweight or other accessory.

Supports up to 62 lb (28 kg)    Female Threaded Insert    Male Threaded Insert    Metal Cold Shoe

• Aluminum alloy body with a metal cold shoe
• 3/8" and 1/4" female threaded insert and 3/8" and 1/4" male screws insert
• Teardrop-shaped umbrella mount which accepts umbrella's with 7-10 mm shafts
• 8-degree slanted umbrella mount that allows more light to hit the center of the umbrella.
• Redesigned patented locking mechanism to hold the top screw and bottom 3/8" and 1/4" female threaded insert securely with 300% more locking force, while keeping the umbrella shaft more secure and damage free
• Patented 180-degree tilting mechanism that will support up to 62 lb (28 kg)
• Locking features to hold bottom lugs secure until locking button is released
• Hanging hole with clip for use with a counterweight or other accessory

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Regarding Phottix Varos Pro BG Flash Bracket: Can the flash be mounted horizontally through the hole on the sides rather than top mount? If yes, is it possible with provided adaptors, or do I need something additional?

A: Yes. No additional accessories needed.

Q: 2. Will this accept Sony flashes? I bought a universal flash bracket and my sony flash shoe (Godox tt685s) doesn't fit nicely in the flash bracket.

A: I think it would fit but not 100% certain because I have never seen a TT685s up close...I found some images of TT685s foot on google...its a little hard to tell just by looking at a picture.The only thing i can say is that generally speaking this holder will hold onto pretty much any flash ...because it has a clamp at the top...with a screw on the side. Regardless of flash brand it should hold on to the foot of the flash.

Q: 3. Can you mount an LED 1 x 1 panel on this?

A: By taking off the shoe mount or adjusting the arrangement of included adapters it can work with a variety of LED lights.

Q: 4. Can this hold a large umbrella. e.g. 60 or bigger?

A: Yes this bracket can be used to hold an umbrella 60 or larger.

Q: 5. i saw pictures online that the flash is mounted flat on the mount. Can the flash be mounted on the side? in order words the narrow part of the flash against the flat surface of the mount.

A: Yes. You can rotate the flash around in the holder. This will allow using the flash head pivot to point the light UP, Down, or left or right sides.

Q: 6. It says it supports 62lbs is this missing a decimal point? Serious question - it would be great if this did in fact support heavy lights.

A: These are very heavy duty and can easily support the weight as long as the stand can. I have used them with studio monolights, LED panels, as well as the more typical use of speedlights.

Q: 7. Can you remove the hotshoe?

A: Yes. Note the thumb screw at the top-side of the holder.

Q: 8. How do you remove the metal insert at the bottom?

A: Loosen the knob and push the metal button. It should fall out.

Q: 9. is this compatible with Yongnuo speedlight?

A: Yes it is compatible with all the flashes since it is cold shoe, and a very nice build.

Q: 10. it is compatible with Nikon flashes?

A: Absolutely. The cold shoe at the top of the bracket clamps against the Nikon flash foot making a very secure hold. The umbrella clamp has a curved plate that presses against the shaft also for good hold without denting the umbrella shaft like some other brackets do. Great design. I have two of them.