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Custom s: A Decade Strong Custom s was formed in 1999 by photographers who know what is needed to capture the most vivid images. The company is devoted to providing photographers with user-friendly products that rise above and beyond the competition. Everything is designed and manufactured in the USA using aircraft-quality aluminum, resulting in lighter, more durable products. Every product is designed with the photographer in mind precision roller bearings facilitate rotation; self-lubricating Delrin composite ensures smooth and positive stops; and a black anodized finish completes the professional-looking design. Digital PRO Series - Pg 1-4 Digital PRO-M Digital PRO-E Digital PRO Digital PRO-SV S Series - Pg 5-7 Digital PRO & S Series All of the brackets in this series utilize a patented rotation system, which will rotate any digital camera of your choice with grace, ease, and simplicity. Utilizing precision roller bearings, the camera effortlessly snaps in and out of horizontal and vertical position, allowing you to quickly capture any image. Custom s camera mounting plate, the CMP, is unique to the Digital PRO & S Series brackets. This camera mounting plate is reversible and incorporates a true double-lock, anti-twist system that will work for any camera available today or in the future. CB Series The CB Series has proven to be the standard for flash rotating brackets. Custom s has gone the extra mile to make these brackets exceedingly lighter, more durable, and easier to use. Novice and professional photographers alike can find their ideal bracket in the CB Series. CB Gimbal Series Custom s gimbals are the best available. Precision bearings enable effortless panning and tilting, allowing the photographer to track moving objects. Our gimbals, which have been called the upgrade to the competition, maximize performance and ease of use. S-H2 S-E2 S-2 Flash Plates & Pg 8 CB Series - Flash Rotating Pg 9-14 CB Mini-RC CB Junior CB Digital-T CB Folding-T CB Digital-S CB Folding-S CB Mini CB Gimbal Series - Telephoto Lens Support Pg 15-18 Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Quick Release Conversions A line of quick release conversions that allow the photographer to use his or her existing tripod or ball head. These products are designed to work with the Digital PRO & S Series brackets without skipping a beat. Custom s products are the best investment any photographer can make, from the weekend shooter to the professional. Once you have tried one, you will agree, they are Simply The Best. CB Gimbal CB Gimbal Basic CB Gimbal-LS CB Gimbal-LB Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto Conversions Pg 19
Digital PRO-M & Kit The Digital PRO-M is the pinnacle of Custom s distinguished excellence. This bracket combines years of refined precision and includes all the features and benefits available. Eliminates red-eye, vignetting, and side shadows with a locking flash tilt Comfortable foam grip and palm grip Fits in camera bags using fold-in legs and retractable upright Weight: 23 oz. (651 g) (storage position) 7⅞ high, 10 wide, 2⅜ deep 22.5 cm high, 25.4 cm wide, 6.0 cm deep Flash plate - See page 8 Digital PRO-E & Kit In keeping with our tradition of excellence in design, the Digital PRO-E is our lightest and most affordable camera rotating bracket. This is the perfect step-up from our flash rotating brackets. Eliminates red-eye and side shadows Comfortable foam grip and palm grip Weight: 17oz. (482 g) 10⅞ high, 7⅜ wide, 2¾ deep 27.6 cm high, 18.7 cm wide, 7.0 cm deep with flash anti-twist plates Digital PRO-M Kit Digital PRO-M Camera Plate CMP Flash plate FCN Tripod quick release receiver () Kit is compatible for setups using Canon / Nikon flash cords -C (in storage position) Shoe-mount for radio slave or second flash Accessory plate for radio slave Digital PRO-M Digital PRO-E Kit Digital PRO-E Camera Plate CMP with flash anti-twist plates Kit is compatible for all cameras -C CK-502 Shoe-mount flash that does not attach to a flash cord Accessory plate for radio slave Custom s bottom plate for Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 Digital PRO-E 1 2
Digital PRO The Digital PRO was the beginning of the Digital PRO Series. Designed for the photographer who prefers a right-handed grip, this compact bracket helps capture images quickly. Adjustable flash height with lockable tilt eliminates red-eye, vignetting, and side shadows Comfortable foam grip Fits in camera bags using fold-in legs and retractable upright Weight: 22 oz. (624 g) (storage position) 7¾ high, 8 wide, 4 deep 19.7 cm high, 20.3 cm wide, 10.2 cm deep 7-11 (19.5-27.9 cm) Flash plate See page 8 Digital PRO-SV & Kit The Digital PRO-SV is a studio, nature, and landscape photographer s dream come true. Smooth rotation along with a maintenance-free setup makes this bracket a must-have for every camera room and outdoor tripod. Weight: 11 oz. (312 g) 7¼ high, 5 wide, 1¾ deep 18.4 cm high, 2.7 cm wide, 4.4 cm deep Tripod mount Digital PRO-SV (in storage position) Digital PRO Digital PRO-SV Kit Digital PRO-SV Camera Plate CMP Tripod quick release receiver () Kit is compatible for all cameras -C Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 -C PG Palm Grip Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 3 4
S-H2 S-E2 A refined version of our original model, the S-H2 remains in high demand the world over. For many years, professionals have relied on this durable bracket because of its extended flash capability and patented camera rotation system. Heavy duty and reliable, this bracket accommodates the largest cameras and flashes. Adjustable flash height with lockable tilt eliminates red-eye, vignetting, and side shadows Adjustable handle for comfort Stands upright using a swivel leg Weight: 28 oz. (794 g) 14¾ high, 7¾ wide, 6¼ deep 37.4 cm high, 19.7 cm wide, 15.9 cm deep 9½ - 14½ (24.1-36.8 cm) Flash plate See page 8 The S-E2 utilizes all the same benefits and features of the S-H2, however an extended upright accomodates flashes that use an infrared module attached to a camera s hot shoe. Adjustable flash height with lockable tilt eliminates red-eye, vignetting, and side shadows Adjustable handle for comfort Stands upright using a swivel leg Weight: 29 oz. (822 g) 14¾ high, 9 wide, 6¼ deep 37.4 cm high, 22.8 cm wide, 15.9 cm deep 12½ - 14½ (31.7-36.8 cm) Flash plate See page 8 with leg folded-out S-H2 with leg folded-in S-E2 Strap -C LF FR Strap Moves flash 1-4 forward or back Flash receiver for a second flash (requires flash plate) Replacement handle with strap Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 -C LF FR Strap Moves flash 1-4 forward or back Flash receiver for a second flash (requires flash plate) Replacement handle with strap Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 Strap 5 6
S-2 An updated version of the S-35, the S-2 now rotates on roller bearings. Designed for the photographer who prefers a right-handed grip, this bracket is heavy duty and can accommodate any camera and flash. Adjustable flash height with lockable tilt eliminates red-eye, vignetting, and side shadows Comfortable foam grip and palm grip Weight: 25 oz. (709 g) 14¾ high, 8 wide, 7 deep 37.4 cm high, 20.3 cm wide, 17.8 cm deep 9½ - 14½ (24.1-36.8 cm) Flash plate See page 8 Flash Mounting Plates Digital PRO-M, Digital PRO, S-H2, S-E2, S-2 only Flash mounting plates are designed for the flash to be positioned directly over the lens, to maintain proper alignment with the lens, and to prevent twisting. FCN FT FQ Canon Nikon Shoe Type Quantum FQ-1 Quantum FQ-2 Quantum FN FL FM ¼ - 20 Lumedyne Metz Off camera cord 2 & 3 SC-17, SC-28, SC-29 cord Flashes that do not mount on a cord Q-Flash T2 T4d, T5d T5d-R ¼ - 20 threaded hole Round head type 50mz, 70mz, 76mz FS Sunpak 622, 544 S-2 Flashes with an infrared module that attach to a camera s hot shoe are not compatible with the S-H2 bracket. Metz 45ct and 60ct do not require a flash mounting plate. Metz 50mz, 70mz, and 76mz do not require a flash mounting plate for the Digital PRO and S-2 brackets. -C LF FR Moves flash 1-4 forward or back Flash receiver for a second flash (requires flash plate) Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Conversions - See page 19 T-CP Mounting plate Camera or lens collar; to tripod quick release BH-1 Battery holder BH-2 Battery holder Clip type Metz 60 CT 7 8
9 CB Junior & Kit Flash Rotating Keeping with Custom s tradition of superior design and manufacturing, the CB Junior is an excellent value. Using a spring-loaded flash-flip, this ultra-light bracket is small on size, but not on functionality. Designed to accommodate any size camera, the CB Junior is the top-selling flash rotating bracket. Spring-loaded tension makes it easy to rotate Comfortable foam grip Stands upright using a fold-out leg Weight: 13 oz. (368 g) 7⅛ high, 7¾ wide, 5 deep 18.1 cm high, 19.7 cm wide, 12.7 cm deep CB Junior CB Junior shown without battery pack CB Junior Kit Flash anti-twist CN-JR Camera anti-twist Kit is compatible for setups using Canon / Nikon flash cords CN-JR For shoe-mounted flash that does not attach to a flash cord Anti-twist mount for Canon and Nikon flash cords CB Junior shown with battery pack CB Mini Camera / Flash Platform A camera / flash platform for the photographer who needs the most compact setup. This bracket is favored in sports and fashion, and it also allows the paparazzi to get the perfect shot. Designed for Canon and Nikon camera / flash combinations. Black anodized aluminum for Specification: Weight: 6 oz. (170 g) 7 wide, 1⅞ deep 17.8 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep with flash anti-twist plate Accessory CB Mini-RC Camera / Flash Platform The same compact setup as the CB Mini, the CB Mini-RC allows full accessibility to the vertical shutter release on your camera. Designed for Canon and Nikon camera / flash combinations. Specification: Weight: 5 oz. (141 g) 7 wide, 3½ deep 17.8 cm wide, 8.9 cm deep with flash anti-twist plate Accessory 10
CB Digital-T Flash Rotating The CB Digital-T is a great bracket for novice and professional photographers. With a right or left-handed grip, this bracket accommodates tall cameras, or those with add-on vertical grips / battery packs. Spring-loaded tension makes it easy to rotate Maintenance-free; no lubrication needed Comfortable foam grip Reversible hand grip for preference Weight: 11 oz. (312 g) 9½ high, 8 wide, 1⅞ deep 24.1 cm high, 20.3 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep CB Folding-T Flash Rotating Addition of a fold-up feature to the very popular CB Digital-T makes the CB Folding-T a must-have bracket. Pushing two buttons allows the bracket to be folded and easily stored in any camera bag. With a grip suited for both right and left-handed photographers, this bracket accommodates tall cameras, or those with add-on vertical grips / battery packs. Folds up into compact size for storage Spring-loaded tension makes it easy to rotate Maintenance-free; no lubrication needed Comfortable foam grip Reversible hand grip for preference Weight: 13 oz. (368 g) (open position) 9½ high, 8 wide, 1⅞ deep Metric Dimensions 24.1 cm high; 20.3 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep (storage position) 10 high, 2½ wide, 1⅞ deep Metric Dimensions 25.4 cm high; 6.3 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep with flash anti-twist plates (in storage position) CB Digital-T CB Folding-T CN-JR For shoe-mounted flash that does not attach to a flash cord Anti-twist mount for Canon and Nikon flash cords For shoe-mounted flash that does not attach to a flash cord 11 12
CB Digital-S Flash Rotating The smaller brother of the CB Digital-T, this bracket boasts the same easy-to-use, springloaded flash-flip. It is built to accommodate smaller cameras, or those without add-on vertical grips / battery packs. Spring-loaded tension makes it easy to rotate Comfortable foam grip Weight: 10 oz. (283 g) 8⅛ high, 7 wide, 1⅞ wide 20.6 cm high, 17.8 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep CB Folding-S Flash Rotating The same fold-up feature as the CB Folding-T makes the CB Folding-S the perfect travel bracket. This bracket boasts an easy-to-use, spring-loaded flash-flip and is built to accommodate smaller cameras, or those without add-on vertical grips / battery packs. Folds up into compact size for storage Spring-loaded tension makes it easy to rotate Comfortable foam grip Weight: 12 oz. (340 g) (open position) 8⅛ high, 7 wide, 1⅞ wide 20.6 cm high, 17.8 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep (storage position) 8⅝ high, 2½ wide, 1⅞ wide 21.9 cm high, 6.3 cm wide, 4.7 cm deep with flash anti-twist plates CB Digital-S CB Folding-S (in storage position) CN-JR For shoe-mounted flash that does not attach to a flash cord Anti-twist mount for Canon and Nikon flash cords For shoe-mounted flash that does not attach to a flash cord 13 14
CB Gimbal, Basic, & Upgrade Telephoto Lens Support A gimbal designed the way it should be. The CB Gimbal utilizes precision roller bearings for the easiest pan and tilt, making it the perfect companion for any telephoto lens. Innovative modular components allow for easy disassembly and maximum portability. It is a must-have for any photographer seeking the best gimbal available. The capacity to handle all telephoto lenses Precision roller bearings allow for easy pan and tilt Easy to disassemble for compact packing and travel Black hard anodized aluminum for strength, scratch resistance, and light weight Modular system allows the use of a stand gimbal or ability to turn any Arca-Swiss style ball head into a gimbal All assembly knobs are aluminum and captive to prevent loss and breakage Separate soft rubber-coated lock and drag knobs allow for greater comfort and more controlled pan and tilt A setup / travel lever for the safest way to balance your lenses, change cameras, and travel Built-in bubble level for more accurate panning while tracking objects Base with degree markings for panoramic images Laser-engraved reference lines for quick setup CB Gimbal: Weight: 3.3 lbs. (1,502 g) Dimensions: 9¾ high, 8½ wide, 3⅞ deep Metric: 24.7 cm high; 21.6 cm wide, 9.8 cm deep CB Gimbal Basic: Weight: 1.5 lbs. (780 g) Dimensions: 8⅞ high, 3⅛ wide, 3½ deep Metric: 22.5 cm high, 7.9 cm wide, 8.9 cm deep CB Gimbal: ⅜ x 16 tripod mount CB Gimbal Basic: Arca-Swiss style ball head ready Lens plate - GLM-1 or GLM-2 (See below) or any Arca-Swiss style lens plate CB Gimbal Upgrade CB Gimbal CB Gimbal mounted on tripod CB Gimbal Basic Modular to disassemble for easy packing and travel The modular system allows two setups CB Gimbal and CB Gimbal Basic CB Gimbal with Canon 600mm F4.0 lens GLM-1 GLM-2 GLA Lens Plate for 500mm, 600mm, 800mm lens Lens Plate for 300mm, 400mm lens Lens foot anti-twist for GLM-2 CB Gimbal Basic mounted on Arca-Swiss style ball head with Nikon 400mm F2.8 lens 15 16
CB Gimbal-LS Telephoto Lens Support Our lightest, most affordable standard gimbal, the Gimbal-LS weighs only 2.5 lbs. It utilizes precision roller bearings for the easiest pan and tilt. This is the perfect gimbal for the photographer who wants a high quality, lightweight telephoto lens support. The capacity to handle all telephoto lenses Precision roller bearings allow for easy pan and tilt Black hard anodized aluminum for strength, scratch resistance, and light weight A setup / travel knob for the safest way to balance your lenses, change cameras, and travel Assembly knobs are aluminum and captive to prevent loss and breakage Soft rubber-coated control and setup knobs allow for greater comfort Base with degree markings for panoramic images Laser-engraved reference lines for quick setup Twenty-five percent lighter than the CB Gimbal Weight: 2.5 lbs. (1,134 g) Dimensions: 9⅛ high, 8 wide, 3½ deep Metric: 23.2 cm high, 20.3 cm wide, 8.9 cm deep ⅜ x 16 tripod mount Lens plate - GLM-1 or GLM-2 (See below) or any Arca-Swiss style lens plate CB Gimbal-LS with Canon 300mm F2.8 lens (controls on left side) CB Gimbal-LS mounted on tripod CB Gimbal-LB Telephoto Lens Support The CB Gimbal-LB, which mounts the lens sideways, is for zoom and telephoto lenses up to 400mm. It utilizes precision roller bearings for the easiest pan and tilt. This light, compact gimbal is great for photographers who use medium focal length telephoto lenses. The capacity to handle up to a 400mm lens Precision roller bearings allow for easy pan and tilt Black hard anodized aluminum for strength, scratch resistance, and light weight Aluminum and captive quick release knob has a safety feature to keep the lens secure Soft rubber-coated control knobs allow for greater comfort Base with degree markings for panoramic images Laser-engraved reference lines for quick setup Weight: 1.9 lbs. (862 g) Dimensions: 6⅝ high, 7⅛ wide, 3 deep Metric: 16.8 cm high, 18.1 cm wide, 7.6 cm deep ⅜ x 16 tripod mount Lens plate - GLM-2 (See below) or any Arca-Swiss style lens plate CB Gimbal-LB with Nikon 300mm F2.8 lens (controls on left side) CB Gimbal-LB mounted on tripod CB Gimbal-LS (controls on right side) CB Gimbal-LB (controls on right side) GLM-1 GLM-2 GLA Lens Plate for 500mm, 600mm, 800mm lens Lens Plate for 300mm, 400mm lens Lens foot anti-twist for GLM-2 GLM-2 GLA Lens Plate Lens foot anti-twist for GLM-2 17 18
Quick Release Conversions Arca-Swiss Style & Manfrotto RC2 Series Custom s has designed and manufactured a line of conversions that will allow the Digital PRO Series* and the S Series brackets to work directly with the Arca-Swiss style and Manfrotto RC2 series (sold by Bogen) tripod and ball heads. The camera quick release can be configured for use with any short or tall camera. The addition of a bracket bottom plate allows the bracket to mount directly into a tripod or ball head. Photographers can utilize their existing equipment without investing in new quick releases. Arca-Swiss Style A-C CK-500 A-C Kit A Manfrotto RC2 Series M-C CK-501 M-C Kit M Camera quick release bottom plate Includes one A-C and one CK-500 Tripod quick release () Camera quick release bottom plate Includes one M-C and one CK-501 Tripod quick release () Custom s D - screw Locks the camera in the quick release with less effort than conventional lock knobs The A-C can be configured to accommodate short or tall cameras The M-C can be configured to accommodate short or tall cameras s Digital PRO-M Kit Digital PRO-M Digital PRO-E Kit Digital PRO-E Digital PRO Digital PRO-SV Kit Digital PRO-SV S-H2 S-E2 S-2 Flash Rotating CB Junior Kit CB Junior CB Folding-T CB Digital-T CB Folding-S CB Digital-S Product Selection Guide Camera / Flash Platforms CB Mini CB Mini-RC Telephoto Lens Support CB Gimbal CB Gimbal Basic CB Gimbal Upgrade CB Gimbal-LS CB Gimbal-LB Conversion Kits A-C Kit M-C Kit A-C M-C A M CK-500 CK-501 Camera Mounting Plate CMP Flash Mounting Plates FCN FN FT FL FQ FM FQ-1 FS FQ-2 Flash Rotating CN-JR FR -C LF Strap PG Flash Rotating Long Lens Support GLM-1 GLA GLM-2 Misc BH-1 T-CP BH-2 * The CK-500 and CK-501 will not work with the Digital PRO bracket. The CK-500 and CK-501 will work with the S-2 bracket, but will For more information on Custom s products visit the website - www.custombrackets.com not stand and also requires different length screws for installation. Visit Tips and Info on the website on how to use products See Tips & Info on website for more information. 19 - - - Specifications subject to change - - - 20
Simply The Best website: www.custombrackets.com email: info@custombrackets.com phone: 800-530-2289 fax: 440-473-0540 32 Alpha Park Cleveland, Ohio 44143 US Patent # 6,354,544 Made in USA