The **Godox AK-R1** is a pocket flash accessory kit designed specifically for round-head flashes (like the Godox V1 or AD100Pro) or speedlights with the S-R1 adapter. While the kit itself consists primarily of passive optical modifiers, its functionality relies on integrated hardware elements to interface with the electronic flash unit. --- ### 1. Magnetic Mounting System The core "electronic-adjacent" feature of the AK-R1 is the **magnetic ring system**. | Component | Description | Function | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Neodymium Magnets** | Small, high-strength magnets embedded in the rim of every accessory. | Allows for instantaneous "snap-on" attachment without mechanical clips. | | **Polarity Alignment** | Magnets are arranged to ensure accessories sit flush against the flash head. | Prevents light leakage and ensures optical alignment with the xenon tube. | | **Stackability** | The magnetic force is calibrated to allow multiple modifiers to be stacked. | Enables complex lighting setups (e.g., Grid + Gel + Dome). | --- ### 2. Optical Modifiers (Light Shaping) The kit includes several parts designed to alter the behavior of the electronic flash beam: * **Snoot & Grid:** Narrows the electronic flash beam into a concentrated spot. * **Dome Diffuser:** Spreads the light in a 180-degree hemispherical pattern, ideal for soft fill. * **Bounce Card:** Redirects a portion of the electronic pulse forward while bouncing the rest off a ceiling. * **Four-Way Wing (Barn Doors):** Physically flags the light to prevent it from hitting the camera lens or background. --- ### 3. Color Temperature Control (Gels) The kit includes CTO (Color Temperature Orange) and Green filters. These are essential for balancing the **electronic flash output** (typically 5600K) with ambient light sources: 1. **CTO Gels:** Converts the cool electronic daylight flash to match warm tungsten/incandescent bulbs (approx. 3200K). 2. **Green Gels:** Matches the electronic flash to the spikey spectrum of fluorescent office lighting. --- ### 4. Compatibility & Interface The AK-R1 is designed to interface with specific electronic hardware: ```json { "compatible_units": ["Godox V1", "Godox AD100Pro", "Godox AD200/AD200Pro (with H200R Head)"], "adapter_requirement": "Godox S-R1 (for rectangular speedlights like V860II or TT685)", "attachment_type": "Magnetic Rim" } ``` --- ### Summary of Parts Included 1. **Dome Diffuser** (Softens light) 2. **Snoot** (Spotlight effect) 3. **Honeycomb Grid** (Directional control) 4. **Four-way Barn Door** (Light flagging) 5. **Bounce Card** (Soft bounce) 6. **Wide-angle Diffuser Plate** (Spreads beam) 7. **Color Filters/Gels** (Color correction)