Welcome to this hands-on lighting tutorial where we break down an easy but powerful 2-light studio setup using the versatile Godox AD600BM strobes. Whether you’re a beginner stepping into the world of off-camera flash or a working professional looking to simplify your workflow, this video is for you.
We’ll guide you through the full process — from gear positioning to camera settings — and show how to achieve professional-quality results in a minimal studio environment. The focus here is control, efficiency, and versatility.
💡 Why the Godox AD600BM?
The Godox AD600BM is a battery-powered monolight that packs 600Ws of output, making it perfect for high-impact lighting in controlled environments. It’s compatible with Bowens-mount modifiers, has high-speed sync capabilities (via X1/X2 triggers), and delivers consistent output with fast recycling times.
Paired with a secondary light source — whether another AD600, a smaller strobe, or even a constant fill light — this setup gives you full creative flexibility for portraits, fashion, headshots, and more.
📸 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
- Full breakdown of a 2-light configuration: key + fill or key + rim
- Optimal positioning and modifier recommendations
- Working with large softboxes, beauty dishes, or umbrellas
- Adjusting power ratios for dramatic vs. soft lighting
- Tips for shaping light and controlling spill
- Real-time shooting with behind-the-scenes results shown on screen
- Bonus: Tips for syncing with your camera and troubleshooting misfires
This setup is lightweight, scalable, and can be replicated in small home studios, client spaces, or professional locations with minimal gear.
📷 Gear Featured in This Video:
- Lights:
- Key: Godox AD600BM
- Fill/Rim: Godox AD200 Pro (or any compact strobe)
- Modifiers:
- 38″ Softbox (Key)
- Strip Softbox / Reflector / Umbrella (Fill or Rim)
- Triggers: Godox XPro or X2T
- Camera: Sony / Canon / Nikon (setup is brand agnostic)
- Settings Example: 1/200s, f/5.6, ISO 100 (varies based on space)
🎯 Who This Is For:
- Portrait & fashion photographers
- Beginner strobe users
- Creatives building home or portable studio setups
- Content creators needing consistent, controlled lighting
This setup can be easily adapted for full-body shots, half-length, or headshots, depending on your modifier and distance. We also cover how to avoid common lighting mistakes — like flat light, overexposed skin, or unwanted shadows — and how to creatively control contrast.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This video is intended for educational and instructional purposes only. All models were photographed with full consent in a professional setting. Viewer discretion is advised for sensitive audiences due to fashion and portrait imagery.
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