Produced as a by-product in the development of the Bento 8, the Bento 2 Pure Analog from Fredenstein is a high-performance, two-slot rack chassis compatible with both Fredenstein Series 600 modules and API 500-series plug-in cards, accepting a maximum of two modules or one two-slot stereo module. The Bento 2 sports a lot of useful functions for a range of audio production scenarios, such as compressor bus linking, which allows you to link compressor modules via a switch on the rear of the chassis, and internal audio routing facilities in which slot 1 can be daisy-chained to slot 2 with a simple flip of a switch.

Fredenstein gave special attention to the power supply in the Bento 2, providing a universal voltage, linear power supply with high output currents per slot, ±16 or +48 VDC at 2A or 500mA respectively, more than enough juice to power the most demanding cards. While most linear power supplies also come with the drawback of induced hum from the mains transformer, the Bento 2 sports extensive shielding on its power supply, greatly reducing hum. And with parallel 1/4" TRS and XLR I/O, you will have no problem connecting your rack setup to the rest of your gear for high-quality recording, mixing, and mastering sessions.

Two-Slot 500 Series Module Carrier    Compressor Bus Linking    Built-In Audio Routing    Extra 1/4" TRS I/O, Parallel to XLR    Front Panel LED Indicator    Secondary Power Switch    ±16 or +48 VDC Output Current per Slot    Universal, Low-Hum Linear PSU

The Bento 2 power supply is a standout feature of this module carrier, outperforming many competing units with its powerful yet low-noise design.

• Universal, global voltage support, from 90 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• Selectable ±16 or +48 VDC, with a maximum amperage of 2A and 500mA respectively
• Linear design for high reliability and powerful transformer output 
• Extensive shielding to eliminate transformer hum, a common drawback of other linear PSUs
• Secondary rear power switch
• Front panel LED indicators for voltage usage 

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will it work with a D90?

A: Most Nikons work with pretty much the same platforms, thus I think it will work. However, it is kind of a toy and I prefer to use the big boy flashes that are made for Nikon. It is light and portable and serves as a wink light or a travel flash, otherwise the SB series of Nikon flashes are best. Coates

Q: 2. Are the two lights one for flash photos and the other for video and will it work on my Nikon D3200 DSLR for both ?

A: Yes, the Nikon SB-500 AF Speedlight can be used for both photos and video. The Nikon SB-500 AF Speedlight will also work on the Nikon D3200 DSLR camera.

Q: 3. Will this flash work with Nikon 7100?

A: Yes, That's The Model I Am Using It With.

Q: 4. will this flash work with the Nikon D3100?

A: The Nikon D3100 offers the i-TTl metering required to be compatible with this Speedlight product. Fire away!

Q: 5. How can I get it to work as a Commander with my Nikon Df.

A: Unfortunately it is only able to be used as a commander when mounted on the D810 and D750 model cameras. It can serve as a slave to other commander-enabled flashes mounted on the DF however.

Q: 6. Will this work on the Canon C100 and 200 cameras?

A: No. The following unit is designed and made for the C300/C500 Z-Finder is only compatible with the Canon C300, C300 Mark II, and the Canon C500.

Q: 7. Will this work with C300 MkII?

A: Yes, this is compatible with the C300 Mark II as well.

Q: 8. I have a chimera XXS soft box how do I attach it to this 500 Quadra head ?

A: The following speed ring is needed in order to mount the following system. Impact Speed Ring for Elinchrom EL and Impact EX BH #IMSRELI • MFR #SR-ELI https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/884604-REG/impact_sr_eli_speed_ring_for_elinchrom_impact.html

Q: 9. Wil SB-500 Work with new Hasselblad X1d?

A: As per Hasselblad, the Nikon SB-500 can be used with the X1D in TTL mode.

Q: 10. Does this require an additional speed ring to use 53" rotalux octa?

A: Not a speed ring but a reflector adapter. Click the link below to view; https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1148690-REG/elinchrom_el26342_quadra_reflector_adapter_mk_ii.html/pageID/accessory