The AlienBees DB400 Flash Unit is the latest in the line of AlienBees strobes from Paul C. Buff, offering an even more compact unit than previous generations. Key features include: Internally fan cooled 160 Ws maximum flash output All-digital controls with LCD display Compatible with a wide range of PCB modifiers Best of Both Worlds. The AlienBees DB400 Flash Unit takes the digital LCD and control layout from the Einstein E640, and the B400’s cost-friendly basic performance, and puts them in a housing that’s noticeably smaller than either. Output Talk. Like previous generations, the DB400 offers 160 Ws maximum flash output, yet improves on performance with a seven f-stop range (full to 1/64 power) that’s adjustable in 1/10 f-stop increments. Full power recycle time has been reduced to one second. Video Friendly. That’s not a typo. The DB400 uses an LED modeling light that outputs 400-watt equivalent daylight-balanced light (5600ºK) at 90 CRI. There’s even the option to disable flash function just in case you accidentally hit the test button. Triggering and Build. There’s a 1/8-inch sync input with included 15-foot PC-sync cable for hard-wired triggering, optical secondary flash eye for wireless triggering from another strobe, and eight-pin port input for use with the CyberSync system. Don’t let its small footprint fool you; the DigiBee is a well-equipped workhorse with features like a high-impact polycarbonate housing, internal fan, and metal 5/8-inch stand mount. Modifier Compatibility. The DB400 uses the standard Paul C. Buff mount, so all of our existing PCB modifiers are compatible. We include the standard 7-inch reflector that’s compatible with the optional AlienBees Honeycomb Grids. Additionally, the strobe offers a 3/8-inch umbrella mount that’s compatible with just about everything out there. Q & A Is the PocketWizard PowerMC2 compatible with the DB400? The PocketWizard PowerMC2 is not compatible with the DB400 strobe unit. PocketWizard may eventually release a firmware upgrade adding compatibility, but we currently strongly discourage you from using the PowerMC2 with the DB800. You’ll be held responsible for any damages incurred from attempted PowerMC2 use. Does this rental include a light stand? This rental doesn’t include a light stand, but you may view rental options under Recommended on the left-hand side of this page. Does this rental include an umbrella? This rental doesn’t include an umbrella, but you may view rental options under the Recommended section on this page.
