You are the only one who showed how these lights are as a back light on the wall, which I am sure a lot of people would be interested in. Great review.
you sir, have quickly become my favorite review channel for film equipment. it feels like i’m visiting a very nice passionate grandpa telling about his hobbies and experiences. and I mean that in the best way possible
Very stoked to have found your channel. You helped me with my purchase decision and gave me the perspective I needed. Loved the humor and delivery. Much thanks! Subscribed!
The best review on the internet sir, you are amazing! May you keep churning out great content like this in the future too. Your channel is super underrated. Happy to have subscribed! ❤❤
great channel, i have the aputure mc pro and going to buy an ace 25c! do you know if it works connected to an external battery? cause the mc pro does not! btw greetings from argentina
Nice video. I bought the ACE kit a month ago now and still don’t have it. They have the site now saying “preorder” but it wasn’t there when I ordered sadly. I’m excited to get mine eventually! Looks awesome
For a key light you need a COB light with a Bowens mount so you can put a large Softbox on it. A small light like the ACE is great for a hair light, a fill light, or a background light. It really sucks as a key light because it’s too hard and can’t attach a softbox. If you’re on a budget, the amaran 100x is a great key light. Good luck.
@storybabble Thank you for your suggestions, I understand that but my room is actually really small so even a softbox is kind of too big to fit, if that's the case would you say for a small room using the ace 25 as a key light together with the magnetic grid or the magnetic diffuser would be ok? If not are there any alternatives for a light diffuser in a small environment with the COB lights or would using a mini softbox work?
I know. It was crazy. I made my video and then amaran contacted me and told me that I had an engineering prototype and that that’s why it didn’t charge my phone. They sent me an RMA and want me to send my lights back to them in exchange for new ones. Apparently I wasn’t the only one who got engineering prototypes sent to them as finished units. They told me that they are doing some investigation and what happened. But even though it does sound suspicious, I can assure you that I did buy this with my own money. The good news for me is that amaran is now talking about sending me other products for review. That would be cool.
I like the brightness of the Ace Pro and the fast charging, unfortunate the fan is not ip rated... It is totally possible considering their ip rated fixtures with fans, but I get it's their cheaper brand. That's why I hope some time in the future there can be a MC Pro ii, with the output of the Amaran but the pro features of the mc pro like crmx, ip rating, robust build etc.... But for now, I'd have to go with the Mc Pro. Plus, I don't often find my self maxing out the output on the MCs , or wanting more output from a light in that form factor.
I agree. I have no inside information but I have to imagine that an MC Pro II is in development. I mean, it only makes sense. Thanks for your insights.
storybabble, would the amaran ACE23c make a good on-camera light? what if the camera had a shotgun mounted on it next to the light? does it make a self-noise without the fan kicking in?
As long as you keep the light under 50% the fan doesn’t kick off as far as I know. However, if you ever put it above 50%, the fan comes on and when you lower it, it doesn’t go off. So it’s a little quirky that way. That said, it will make a great on camera light.
I don’t know. That’s what they sent me when I bought it. When they saw this video, they contacted me and exchanged it for a production unit. Apparently I wasn’t the only one. When I got the new unit, it would charge my iPhone. I made a correction video here: th-cam.com/video/QCR1Po6noo8/w-d-xo.html
2:10 About the Ace lock. I love the light, but this is the stupidest thing that I was skeptical about before buying, but then I thought that for sure Amaran wouldn't make a light mount that fails this easily. Guess what? That shitty Ace lock fails to latch securely, because of which my light fell off the stand one time, thankfully I almost caught it and it didn't break. One of the tabs just doesn't reach the recess and doesn't latch on my copy (out of the box). I tried filing it down and it finally latched, so to test if it would fall off I shaked it around and it seemed fine. Then a few weeks later It failed randomly. Ace lock is the worst mounting system ever that didn't have to happen. Just give us another a 1/4 hole on the bottom.
I just got the Ace 25c today, and when matching colors (HSI mode) with the MC Pros and T2C/T4C, the Ace looks like not rendering yellow-green range the same way the other lights. Have you compared that?
A small light is not gonna work as a key light. You need a COB light with as large as soft box as you can fit in the room. However, the 25C or X will work great with any key light as a hair light, accent, light, or background light.
there's an annoying issue with the mc pro, the light intensity at 0.1% is way too bright, if you compare it to amaran ace 25c at silent fan mode, you'll see the brightness is much brighter on the mc pro. also the difference between 0.1% and 1% is not 10 times which is also annoying. Why would you put 0.1% if its so bright.
I saw the light and wanted to try it out, but they are so unprofessional it makes me not want to buy it again. I ordered and they put my order in back or for 1 month each time a month passes. They delete comments on Instagram and don’t get back to me
You are the only one who showed how these lights are as a back light on the wall, which I am sure a lot of people would be interested in. Great review.
I appreciate your kind words. Thanks so much.
you sir, have quickly become my favorite review channel for film equipment. it feels like i’m visiting a very nice passionate grandpa telling about his hobbies and experiences. and I mean that in the best way possible
Thanks. I’m taking that in the best way possible. I appreciate the support.
Best review for the Amaran Ace 25 I have seen! Thank you.
Wow, thanks! And thanks for watching!
Best review for these lights I've ever seen. You are so good at showing me, and telling me everything I want to know. Thank you!
Wow, thank you!
Very stoked to have found your channel. You helped me with my purchase decision and gave me the perspective I needed. Loved the humor and delivery. Much thanks! Subscribed!
Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for subscribing! Welcome.
This is the most entertaining gear review I've ever seen ❤
Wow, thanks! I love to hear that.
The best review on the internet sir, you are amazing! May you keep churning out great content like this in the future too. Your channel is super underrated. Happy to have subscribed! ❤❤
Wow! So I praise. I will try to live up to it. Thank you so much for watching and commenting. It means a lot.
the exact thing i was looking for , THANK YOU MAN.
No, thank you. Glad to help.
PLEASE KEEP MAKING VIDEOS LIKE THIS !!! U DID A GREAT JOB ON REVIEW + MAKE ME STAY TO WATCH THIS VIDEO!!!
Wow! Thank you so much for the high praise. This really does help me keep going. I appreciate it Drew.
great channel, i have the aputure mc pro and going to buy an ace 25c! do you know if it works connected to an external battery? cause the mc pro does not! btw greetings from argentina
Thanks. I’ll check when I get the chance. Appreciate the question.
Nice video. I bought the ACE kit a month ago now and still don’t have it. They have the site now saying “preorder” but it wasn’t there when I ordered sadly. I’m excited to get mine eventually! Looks awesome
Sorry to hear that. They appear to be selling better than they expected. Good luck.
Great video man! I loved the money pro/theme as a real way to walk thru features and tell a story.. Keep it up, ur on to somthing!
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it. I’ll try and do more.
Bro, You deserve more subscribers! Really! I like the way You present comparisons. THX fot this :-) And best regards from Germany.
Thanks man. That means a lot. I love how the Internet can bring the world closer.
Oh Man!
Very fun and informative... thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks again.
awesome review, and great personality! Enjoyed the video, and found it entertaining.
Much appreciated! So glad you liked it. This really does help. Thanks.
Great video! Thanks for mentioning all the pro features.
No problem! Thanks for watching.
Thx, for the review, exactly what I was looking for. My personal conclusion is 1x Aputore for outdoor and 2x Amaran for indoor fun :)
Good observation. Thanks for your comment.
Do you think this light is suitable for being a key light? I am a complete beginner for filming and I am looking for one light to be the key light.
For a key light you need a COB light with a Bowens mount so you can put a large Softbox on it. A small light like the ACE is great for a hair light, a fill light, or a background light. It really sucks as a key light because it’s too hard and can’t attach a softbox. If you’re on a budget, the amaran 100x is a great key light. Good luck.
@storybabble Thank you for your suggestions, I understand that but my room is actually really small so even a softbox is kind of too big to fit, if that's the case would you say for a small room using the ace 25 as a key light together with the magnetic grid or the magnetic diffuser would be ok? If not are there any alternatives for a light diffuser in a small environment with the COB lights or would using a mini softbox work?
@@melodytang8702 Compact soft boxes are pretty common. I know the 18” one from Neewer has pretty good reviews on Amazon.
What's the Amaran Ace 25c replace battery policy? Is there an option, or you just threw it in the dumpster at the end of the battery life?
I don't know about the battery replacement policy, but I assume it would be cheaper to get a new one. Sadly, that is the world we live it.
Love the deep dive comparison.
Thank you. I’m so glad you liked it.
Awesome and entertaining review. Thanks for sharing your thoughts
Our pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting.
thank you for best review man!
My pleasure! Thanks for watching.
Wow! Great job. You earned my like and a subscription. I'm looking forward to seeing more from your channel. Cheers
Awesome, thank you! Welcome Geoff.
You bought the engineering prototype (04:20) with you own money? Very interesting to hear. 😁
I know. It was crazy. I made my video and then amaran contacted me and told me that I had an engineering prototype and that that’s why it didn’t charge my phone. They sent me an RMA and want me to send my lights back to them in exchange for new ones. Apparently I wasn’t the only one who got engineering prototypes sent to them as finished units. They told me that they are doing some investigation and what happened. But even though it does sound suspicious, I can assure you that I did buy this with my own money. The good news for me is that amaran is now talking about sending me other products for review. That would be cool.
@@storybabble They must be cheating you, Hah
Thank you! Youre a Legend!
Wow! A legend. I’m flattered. Thanks.
I like the brightness of the Ace Pro and the fast charging, unfortunate the fan is not ip rated... It is totally possible considering their ip rated fixtures with fans, but I get it's their cheaper brand. That's why I hope some time in the future there can be a MC Pro ii, with the output of the Amaran but the pro features of the mc pro like crmx, ip rating, robust build etc.... But for now, I'd have to go with the Mc Pro. Plus, I don't often find my self maxing out the output on the MCs , or wanting more output from a light in that form factor.
I agree. I have no inside information but I have to imagine that an MC Pro II is in development. I mean, it only makes sense. Thanks for your insights.
storybabble, would the amaran ACE23c make a good on-camera light? what if the camera had a shotgun mounted on it next to the light? does it make a self-noise without the fan kicking in?
As long as you keep the light under 50% the fan doesn’t kick off as far as I know. However, if you ever put it above 50%, the fan comes on and when you lower it, it doesn’t go off. So it’s a little quirky that way. That said, it will make a great on camera light.
@@storybabble -- many thanks. Helpful channel.
Neither of them can be controlled via API?
Not to my knowledge. But I am not tech savvy enough to control anything via API so I would know.
@ thanks, checked on that, Aputure promised API, but it’s not yet released and people don’t think it’s going to change anytime soon.
@@julian.cameraman Cool! Good to know. Thanks.
was curious about this comparison
Me too. I was actually surprised by how great the Ace 25C is.
How come you have an engineering prototype?
I don’t know. That’s what they sent me when I bought it. When they saw this video, they contacted me and exchanged it for a production unit. Apparently I wasn’t the only one. When I got the new unit, it would charge my iPhone. I made a correction video here: th-cam.com/video/QCR1Po6noo8/w-d-xo.html
Excellent review.
Glad you liked it! That means a lot to me.
Battery life?????? on them both......
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it. Appreciate the shoutout.
Great Video!
Thanks man!
thank you 🙏🏽
You are welcome. Glad to help.
2:10 About the Ace lock. I love the light, but this is the stupidest thing that I was skeptical about before buying, but then I thought that for sure Amaran wouldn't make a light mount that fails this easily.
Guess what? That shitty Ace lock fails to latch securely, because of which my light fell off the stand one time, thankfully I almost caught it and it didn't break.
One of the tabs just doesn't reach the recess and doesn't latch on my copy (out of the box). I tried filing it down and it finally latched, so to test if it would fall off I shaked it around and it seemed fine. Then a few weeks later It failed randomly. Ace lock is the worst mounting system ever that didn't have to happen. Just give us another a 1/4 hole on the bottom.
That sucks. You should complain and get a new one.
I just got the Ace 25c today, and when matching colors (HSI mode) with the MC Pros and T2C/T4C, the Ace looks like not rendering yellow-green range the same way the other lights. Have you compared that?
I haven’t compared that. That’s good to know. I’ll take a look when I get a chance. Thanks.
@storybabble i will be more than thankful if you can report your findings back!
thanks for the great vid
Glad you enjoyed it thanks for the comment.
Woah ACE25c sounds bomb.. tons of output..
It is impressive. You’re right.
ok so i have a small set im trying to light, I need set lights, accent, and key light. How can i mix and match those amaran 25c and 25x?
A small light is not gonna work as a key light. You need a COB light with as large as soft box as you can fit in the room. However, the 25C or X will work great with any key light as a hair light, accent, light, or background light.
i've been looking for a COB solution for travel. will this Ace 25 be the one? cant for the keylight video.
To be a versatile key light, you really need a more powerful light and one that can fit a softbox. But it a great light for hair or backgrounds.
sub! thanks for very informative review..
Thanks for the sub! Welcome aboard.
Most of the audio in this video is coming from the left channel. You might have touched the pan slider by mistake. 😉
Sorry for that. Too bad I can’t fix that after I posted. Thanks.
@@storybabble No worries. Btw, it might be interesting to do a comparison between this new light and the Zhyuin 25W or even the 40W.
My type of comparison!
Thanks so much. It means a lot.
You forgett that the Aputure brand is now "PRO" and worth 50 USD more than anything with Amaran on it.
Very true. Very true.
like your style
Thanks man. Appreciate it.
there's an annoying issue with the mc pro, the light intensity at 0.1% is way too bright, if you compare it to amaran ace 25c at silent fan mode, you'll see the brightness is much brighter on the mc pro.
also the difference between 0.1% and 1% is not 10 times which is also annoying.
Why would you put 0.1% if its so bright.
I hear you. Often, a dimmer light is better thanks for your insights.
great
Thanks Stefan. Appreciate it.
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Thank you for getting my sense of humor. It makes me happy.
@@storybabble Love It LOL
I saw the light and wanted to try it out, but they are so unprofessional it makes me not want to buy it again. I ordered and they put my order in back or for 1 month each time a month passes.
They delete comments on Instagram and don’t get back to me
I have heard that they are on back order. Good luck.
In back order *. I contacted them and seems like they don’t want to refund me.
CRMX stands for Cognitive Radio MultipleXer
i dont think CMRX exists as the video suggests. Acronyms are wierd anyway. still subscribe.
That’s hilarious. It’s always interesting to find what stupid things I say in each video. Thanks for laughing along with me.
great video , thanks
You’re welcome. And thanks for commenting. It means a lot.