External Batterypack for Speedlites?

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Viggo

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Hi all!

I was looking at the Quantum 2x2 to power a couple of my 580 flashes, but from where I am in Norway they seem very hard get a hold of off ebay and others.

Are there any useable alternatives to these Quantums?

I 'm sooooo tired of charging tens and tens of AA-batteries for the CP-E4 packs.

Thanks!
 
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I run a couple of 580's off a Quantum Turbo T3 with the twin outputs. This is an awesome battery which has enough grunt to get through long demanding events still showing fuel left in the tank. There may be alternatives, but Quantum is the Gold Standard. I recently retired an original Quantum Turbo after 15 years and only two cell replacements and it still delivered respectable performance. Amazing. The plugs & switchgear worked like new, the leather casing had just about disintegrated from years of sweat, dirt and rough handling and was held together with gaffa tape.

I also use a compact Quantum Turbo SC when I use a 580 remote from the camera. It's a very handy little performer too. Does it sound like I'm sold on Quantum? They are a zero stress option, totally dependable, long lasting and (gulp!) reassuringly expensive.

Surely you can get on the www and order from somewhere. How about B&H? Or there will be plenty of suppliers closer to Norway. UK for example. Don't buy aftermarket cables. They'll end up costing you at the worst possible time. I bought a couple of eBay cables. The plugs were just slightly wrong-sized. In a big hurry, I forced it into the 580 and smashed the flash. The battery end was sloppy and wouldn't hold a connection. Moral of the story? Stay with genuine.

PW
 
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Thanks for your inout, and I have to admit, I couldn't agree more, yeah they're expensive, but it is for a good reason, and hearing your experiences means alot, because I want them to work for a long time!

Seems bh doesn't ship to norway, and I fouynd only two 2x2's on ebay that were new, and here in Norway the 2x2 with two 580 cables are 1007 USD...
 
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The Turbo 2x2 is out of production now. I just bought a couple from Quantum on closeout. The Turbo 3 looks very good particularly with the cable locking feature.

I would like to have an alternative to these very expensive batteries but I run Canon 580 EX-II's and Quantum flashes and I have not found any confidence inspiring units for the Quantums.

They are very rugged and reliable and have lasted me for years. Buying used is not a bad option as you can re-cell them and enjoy them for years.
 
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