The most noticeable upgrade is the new full-color display paired with a rotary encoder. This streamlined interface makes it easy to navigate settings, view port modes, monitor capacity, and check connected fixtures at a glance. Built-in discovery automatically detects fixtures across all ports and sets power mode, saving valuable setup time.
Users can also access onboard test patterns, output control, and simple mapping tools directly from the menu, reducing the need for external configuration during prep.
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On the connectivity side, three etherCON ports enable Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol, allowing for redundant network paths and greater system reliability. Combined with IP65-rated construction, protective port caps, and multiple mounting options including omega bracket compatibility and included rack ears, the driver is ready for touring, installation, and outdoor applications.
Along with the pins and tabs that are universally compatible across the STRIKE Array family, STRIKE Array Ultra comes with a removable yoke that easily pops on/off as needed, and allows for using one or two Omega brackets for hanging in whatever orientation best suits your rig.
In this episode of Light Snacks, Brad Haynes, Senior Product Development Manager, demonstrates the rigging features that add up to a wide variety of mounting options when building custom configurations with STRIKE Array Ultra.
Unique to STRIKE Array Ultra in the STRIKE family is the motorized pod that can be oriented in any way you wish – offering either pan or tilt movement – depending on how the fixture is flown.
The possibilities this opens up include stackingSTRIKE Array Ultra fixtures in opposing orientations to create both pan and tilt sweeps from one blinder array configuration.
STRIKE Array Ultra is a next-generation IP65 audience blinder that pairs a powerful RGBA-WW engine with a distinctive RGB halo ring for bold, camera-ready looks. Its high-CRI calibrated whites and filter option deliver natural skin tones and rich color on camera, while a single motorized movement axis that functions as pan or tilt, along with broadcast-optimized dimming, transforms classic blinder punch into a flexible, dynamic effects platform. Built to integrate seamlessly with other STRIKE Array and STRIKE Bolt fixtures, it scales effortlessly from clubs to full festival and broadcast rigs.
No matter what part of the world you’re working in, Riglink has a cable that works for you. Product Manager Ben Linwood introduces this new family of power and data cables available in both meters and feet.
IP65-rated Combo cables work with all standard DMX fixtures. IP65-rated 4-pin cables work with fixtures such as ÉPIX and the STRIKE Array 1. Both offer tidier cable runs by combining power and data.
Riglink offers DMX cable in both IP65 and indoor versions, with both versions equally compatible with standard industry fixtures.
Our TR1 power cables offer IP65-rated construction. Both TR1 as well as our Powerkon cables are copper-stranded and UL-certified. All Riglink cables feature production-grade Seetronic® connectors.
Maverick Storm 3 Profile has a massive zoom range. Beyond offering an expansive zoom, it also delivers the ability to focus on effects at every beam angle within that zoom range.
Dropping in a stacked gobo effect (rotating gobo + static gobo) demonstrates how choosing to focus on the static gobo vs rotating gobo results in different looks.
The standard Pulse Width Modulation frequency setting on Maverick Storm 3 Profile is 65kHz. Typically, with previous technologies, such a high PWM frequency would result in choppy low-end dimming. Not now. New PWM tech achieves lossless dimming while delivering frequencies up to 65kHz to suit the requirements of even the fastest sensors, cameras and displays.
WATCH Maverick Storm 3 Profile dimming performance for yourself, as it dims on camera from 10% to 0% output over 10 seconds with zero flickering.
Lighting Designer Tim Fawkes shares how STRIKE V delivered the punch to match The Prodigy’s energy on stage, whilst striking the right balance between the live festival experience and the demands of the camera.
“My first gig with The Prodigy was in 2012. I was teching back then and have been designing for them since 2017.”
“The Prodigy songs always lend themselves to creating big, dramatic moves in the intros and outros and breakdowns.”
“One of the challenges of bringing The Prodigy to Glastonbury is finding a good balance between what the live audience sees and what the audience at home sees. The intensity of the live experience demands an equal response from the dynamic in the lighting, which is not always great for TV.”
“STRIKE V was a great choice for this show because, with the electrofrosting, it has the intensity and the dispersion of a Color STRIKE M color strobe, but the native narrow beam of STRIKE V means that you can focus all of that intensity in a controlled way which looks great on camera.”
“The LED dot also adds a secondary gear to that for those moments when you need background fill without the intensity of the main cells.”
“Their powerful beam nature and multi-layer effect was something I quite enjoyed. To have an extra layer on a fixture gives you an extra gear of rhythm that you can create out of one light.”
Learn how to build offset strobe looks using the cells and dots on STRIKE V. From dialing in the frost for camera-friendly diffusion to adjusting flash rates independently.
Whether you’re a lighting designer, programmer, or just getting started, this quick tutorial will help you learn how simple it is to pixel map STRIKE V.
The original Cloud 9 helped redefine low-lying fog on major stages and productions worldwide. Now, Cloud 9X IP takes everything you loved and levels it up with smarter features, a lighter footprint, and a more weather-ready build, all in a single streamlined powerhouse.
One of the most immediate upgrades? Weight. The Cloud 9X IP has been trimmed down to around 75 lbs, compared to over 120 lbs on the previous model, making it far easier to transport, rig, and reposition in the field.
The housing has been completely redesigned with built-in reservoirs for both water and fog fluid, as well as a clever storage compartment that houses the hose and all your essential accessories. You’ll spend less time digging through cases.
With its IP-rated housing, Cloud 9X IP doesn’t flinch at outdoor events, damp environments, or high-traffic stages. A new garden hose input means continuous refilling is as simple as turning on the tap, no manual top-offs necessary. Just set it to auto-sense mode, and it’ll maintain fluid levels on its own.
In the past, powering a low fogger meant dual cables and careful planning. The Cloud 9X IP runs everything through a single, efficient power cable, reducing complexity and setup time.
You’ll also find an upgraded full-color display, both 3-pin and 5-pin DMX, and a USB-C port for quick firmware updates.
And for simple shows, quick cues, or rentals, the addition of a dedicated RF remote brings a brand-new layer of flexibility, no console or timer required. Trigger fog effects on demand with just a button press.
“This is going to be really great for single rentals where you don’t want to set up a controller or timer,” says Senior Product Manager Anthony Chiappone.
When lighting designer Corey Easterbrook was asked to create a vibrant look for a last-minute event, he reached for a powerful solution that could handle the demands of fast-paced setups without sacrificing color quality or output: the WELL family of wireless, battery-powered LED luminaires from CHAUVET Professional.
“When a client’s coming to you with a last-minute event, don’t worry,” Corey says. “These battery-powered uplights are so fast to deploy—and key in the world of galas and weddings. In so many event situations, if you’ve got two cases of uplights and a small speaker system, you can meet a lot of needs.”
Meet the WELL Family
The WELL family is designed to bring wireless freedom and creative flexibility to a broad range of event environments. With battery power, wireless DMX control, and elegant form factors, these fixtures are built for the realities of live events, where fast setup and high visual impact are essential.
Here’s a complete look at the WELL lineup:
WELL FIT X – A sleek, compact uplight with a powerful punch.
WELL BATTEN 14X4 – A bright, linear fixture ideal for architectural highlights and stage design.
WELL PANEL X – A versatile panel for wide, colorful washes.
WELL POD 3X4 – A robust pod-style fixture for punchy spot applications.
WELL POD 2X6 – A high-output pod fixture offering even more coverage.
Each unit brings advanced color mixing and wireless convenience to any setting, indoors or out. Now, with RGB + Warm White sources, designers like Corey can achieve truer, more natural-looking colors for any application.
I’m really excited about the new WELL RGB-Warm-White sources,” Corey says. “Because now, in that spectrum, it’s way easier to mix. I can get really good true colors. And if you watch the video, you’ll see the new WELL Batten—I never went above 8% output on those fixtures. They are bright!”
Programming your WELL fixtures has never been easier. The WELL CONNECT interface and ConnectFX App unlock a world of intuitive control, right from your phone or tablet.
With new décor-matching accessories, advanced mounting and diffusion options, and wireless control built-in, the WELL family is designed to meet the evolving needs of event professionals worldwide.
DO IT WELL. Design boldly. Move freely. Light smarter.
Senior Product Manager Anthony Chiappone serves up a pair of Light Snacks that help us understand what comes standard in the box as well as what additional accessories are available for our REM Mira series of thin profile, high-performance indoor video wall solutions.
Learn what you’ll find in the box when you purchase REM Mira.
Senior Product Manager Anthony Chiappone serves up a pair of Light Snacks that help us understand what comes standard in the box as well as what additional accessories are available for our REM Mira series of thin profile, high-performance indoor video wall solutions.
Learn what you’ll find in the box when you purchase REM Mira.
A drill guide that works both horizontally and vertically, and can be used with a laser level to faciliate drilling mounting points that always hit their mark.
A rechargeable battery-operated vacuum tool that allows for directly installing and removing LED modules from the front of the screen.
Visit our Chauvet Video website for more information on our MT-07 universal LED Module removal/installation tool.
In this episode of Light Snacks, Senior Product Manager Michael Graham dives into the latest improvements that make Rogue R1E, R2E, and R3E Spots brighter, lighter, and more powerful than ever before.
The UK’s biggest festival stretches across 900 acres and draws 200,000 revellers over the course of five days. Glastonbury impresses with its sheer size and well-earned reputation for offering something for everybody. For lighting designers, programmers, operators, and everyone involved in the world of professional lighting, Glasto’s scale and diversity offers an opportunity to feast our eyes on an extraordinary number of stages and designs.
Our team from CHAUVET Professional UK made the trek to Worthy Farm to document this year’s edition and returned with their report of multiple COLORado, STRIKE, Maverick and Rogue family sightings.
COLORado PXL Curve 12 makes its Pyramid Stage debut with headliner Dua Lipa
The Pyramid Stage is Glasto’s main stage and where you’ll find the festival’s biggest names. It’s also where the newest member of the COLORado family of IP65-rated tour-grade LED bars, panels and PARs performed with headliner Dua Lipa in a design that took full advantage of COLORado PXL Curve 12’s ability to create seamless volumetric looks with a batten featuring twelve independent motorized heads with individual control of zoom, tilt and color.
Supplier: LCR LD: Matt Pitman and the Pixelmappers team
Another COLORado PXL Curve 12 debut spotted at The Glade. This Glasto stage dedicated to electronic music featured a COLORado family double billing with a rig that leaned into tight beams and long throws with COLORado PXL Bar 16. Supplier: Colour Sound Experiment Ltd LD/Operator: Leggy
Color STRIKE M and Coldplay combine to wow the largest crowd in Glastonbury’s history
Saturday night marked a return to the Pyramid Stage to witness the massive output and versatility of Color STRIKE M as the motorized strobe/wash contributed to Coldplay’s stunning lightshow with saturated colors casting a glow over the entire performance area along with a brilliant series of dynamic pixel-mapped looks.
Supplier: Neg Earth LD: Shaheem Litchmore
Coldplay’s Pyramid Stage audience was not the only crowd bathed in deep color from Color STRIKE M at Glastonbury. West Holts and Lonely Hearts Club stages were both seen glowing to similar effect.
Supplier (West Holts): DPL Production Lighting Limited Supplier (Lonely Hearts Club): SR Production Services
STRIKE Arrays warmed Glastonbury stages both night and day
Before sunfall back at the Pyramid Stage, Michael Kiwanuku performed in front of a stage-spanning wall of over 170 interconnected STRIKE Array 1 blinders.
Supplier: GLS Lighting LD: Ed Warren Op: Amy Barnett
As night fell, Shangri-La’s Peace Stage was seen glowing with the familiar warmth of STRIKE Array 2.
Supplier: PF Events LD: Harry Merrison
Rogue warriors were everywhere at Glastonbury 2024
As with so many stages at this year’s Glasto, the Peace Stage also featured a member of the Rogue family in its rig. Two of the most frequently spotted models were Rogue Outcast 1L Beam and Rogue Outcast 1 BeamWash. Lightweight, IP65-rated and punchy, this pair of Rogue Outcast movers rocked the San Remo stage with sharp bright beams and stunning eye candy rings.
Supplier: Wolf Lighting |Programmers: Ed and Diggers
The Rogue Outcast roll call continues at the Sensation Seekers stage with a look made possible by the tight to wide zoom range delivered by Rogue Outcast 2X Wash.
Supplier: Enlightened Programmer: Ella Ritchie-Purdie
Enlightened also supplied the Outside Circus and Glasto Latino stages with Rogue Outcast 1 BeamWash and Outcast 2X Wash.
GLX Productions supplied Rogue Outcast 1L Beam and Outcast 1 BeamWash for a Flying Bus stage that effectively demo’d their impressive reach.
Fineline Lighting supplied both the Astrolabe and Acoustic stages with kit that combined Rogue movers with COLORado Panel Q40 to very different effect.
Maverick moving heads in the mix across a multitude of Glasto stages
The Hive: Maverick Force S Spot • Rogue Outcast 1 BeamWash • Rogue R2X Wash • Ovation Rêve E-3 Profile • STRIKE Array 2
