The Manfrotto Shapers Masks 6x7 HiLite Softboxfrom Manfrotto Shapers Masks 6x7 HiLite Softboxis a set of 6 accessories designed to determine the form and amount of light from the softbox that illuminates the subject. Lastolite provides two black 26" shapers and one 34" shaper that hang from a collapsible pole at the top of the HiLite and allow the shapers to drape the complete length of the softbox. This allows for use as a strip light, rim light, or the creation of a dramatic effect. The kit's masks attach to the top and sides of the softbox to eliminate spill light that might change the ambient light level.

Controls Shape and Amount of Light    3 x Black Shapers for Front of HiLite    3 x Masks for Top and Sides of HiLite    Carrying Bag

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What kind of lights are recommended?

A: If you are using the Manfrotto HiLite Illuminated White Background (6 x 7') with the Manfrotto Window Voile for 6 x 7' HiLite Softbox, you may either use hot shoe speedlight flashes, studio strobes, or COB LED light fixtures to illuminate the softbox/background. If you are looking for recommendations, for studio strobe usage, I would recommend to purchase two (2) of the Godox DP300II Flash Head, B&H # GODP300II. For COB LED continuous light recommendations, two (2) of the Nanlite FS-150 Daylight LED Monolight B&H # NAFS150, would be a good option for your usage needs. https://bhpho.to/2PwrlJe https://bhpho.to/3JqGR7q

Q: 2. I bought one of these softbox/illuminated backgrounds a few years ago. Absolutely amazing but as one of the other reviewers mentioned, after a few short month the white translucent front starts to turn a yellowish/red and become a pain for post edit. Is there anything I can clean the front translucent front material with to get it back to white??

A: these yellow from heat. molecular change. it doesn't wash off.

Q: 3. does the skirt detatch?

A: The skirt is part of the background, its all one piece.

Q: 4. What are the dimensions of this backdrop in it's case? I need something I can get on a commercial airline.

A: The collapsed size is about 40.6 x 40.6 x 3.1".

Q: 5. Can this be used with the 5x7 hilite, or does it have to be 6x7?

A: According to Lastolite, the Lastolite Window Voile for 6 x 7' HiLite Softbox (along with the Lastolite 6 x 7' Super White Vinyl Train for the HiLite (B&H # LAVT67SW) and the Lastolite Shapers and Masks for 6 x 7' HiLite Softbox (B&H # LALB8967) are only compatible for use with the larger Lastolite HiLite Illuminated White Background 6 x 7' (1.8 x 2.15m). It is not listed as compatible for use with the smaller Lastolite HiLite Illuminated White Background 5 x 7' (1.5 x 2.15m).

Q: 6. Is it possible use different colored light bulbs inside and turn this into a free standing illuminated green screen?

A: Yes, it would be possible to use colored light bulbs in the Manfrotto HiLite Illuminated Background (White, 4.6 x 3.6').

Q: 7. I heard from someone that this background is opaque. I also read on your site that there is no need to relight the background, leading me to believe that the lighting from behind it will light it evenly and sufficiently. Please shed light on this contradiction...?

A: The HiLite Bottletop Cover is a cover that fits over the Hilite and is not translucent. Lastolites site recommends to not light it from behind so front lighting will be needed.

Q: 8. Does the vinyl train also fit the 7x8 Hi-liter?

A: Yes. The following unit will accommodate both 7x8 and 6x7 models.

Q: 9. How can I get replacement rods for the 6 x 7 hiliter? My handyman threw them out. I tried dowels and they snapped.

A: The following rods can easily be replaced by contact Manfrotto parts department https://bit.ly/3LHGVOf

Q: 10. Are zippers on all 4 sides of the 7x8?

A: Yes, the Manfrotto HiLite Illuminated Background (White, 7 x 8') has zippers on all four sides, allowing you to illuminate the background from both sides, whether the background is used vertically or horizontally.