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Welcome to our GitHub portal

Posted on April 15, 2025

Keeping up-to-date with the latest firmware updates across our broad product range just got easier. Our GitHub portal is where all CHAUVET Professional customers and end users can now enjoy direct access to all our latest firmware (aka fixture software). Ready to get started? For a quick start overview of the simple steps to find […]

REM Mira Light Snacks: Standard and Optional Accessories

Posted on February 24, 2025

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.  […]

Why We Chose Mint for Rogue Outcast 1M Beam

Posted on February 13, 2025

If you’re familiar with our Rogue Outcast 1L Beam, you already know the benefits our LED-based beam fixtures deliver, but let’s do a quick recap. One of the advantages an LED-based beam offers is the ability to perfectly maintain a consistent beam shape when dimming. Unlike lamp-based beam fixtures, there are no mechanical flags involved […]

Get the Right Color Temperature with Rogue R2X Wash VW 

Posted on January 31, 2025

Go from a warm 2800K white to a cool 6000K white and everything in-between with Rogue R2X Wash VW, featuring full output at 4000K and quality of light that make it perfect for key lighting.   “The ideal light for picking up those shots where you just need to have the right color temperature for a […]

Learn How to Find and Use GDTF files

Posted on January 28, 2025

In this episode of Light Snacks, Senior Product Manager Mike Graham walks through the essentials of GDTF (General Device Type Format) files — what they are, how to find them, and how to use them for your lighting console. Whether you’re working with ChamSys, GrandMA3, or the Martin P3 system, GDTF files make it easier […]

Get a Closer Look at the New Rogue R1E, R2E, and R3E Spots

Posted on January 27, 2025

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. Get the full specs: Rogue R1E Spot — 200W engine, 9500+ lumens  Rogue R2E Spot — 350W engine, 16,000+ lumens Rogue R3E Spot […]

SoloWash:  Understanding the different looks Maverick Force and Storm SoloWash fixtures deliver

Posted on January 14, 2025

YouTube link: https://youtu.be/Dp1ovz9eCHc WATCH Senior Product Development Manager Brad Haynes demonstrate the difference that Maverick Force 2 SoloWash and Maverick Storm 4 SoloWash bring to your lighting looks. Read on to learn:  What is a SoloWash?  And what makes them different? Multi-source BeamWash fixtures come in different shapes and sizes, such as Maverick Force 2 BeamWash or Maverick […]

Attaching and positioning the STRIKE Array Flush Bracket

Posted on January 14, 2025

Bracket is a useful new accessory for our STRIKE Array family of audience blinders. Easy to install and control with clamps that can be positioned to give extra flexibility with hanging STRIKE Array fixtures in your lighting design. Most importantly, it allows you to manipulate the fixture while hanging, without the yoke. WATCH our live […]

The Whys and Hows of IP-rated Fixture Lens Cleaning

Posted on January 13, 2025

Especially with IP65 fixtures, you want to make sure to follow a regular schedule of external lens maintenance. Two weeks is the recommended cleaning interval, subject to adjustment depending on the realities of where it’s being used.   Ideally, a quick clean would be performed every time gear comes back from an event. Lack of cleaning […]

COLORado Solo Bar Rigging Options

Posted on January 10, 2025

“We wanted the rigging options for this fixture to be very versatile.” • Feet that slide wherever you need them and help you get around truss braces • Lock down positions that are clearly marked for quick and easy rigging reference • Standard T-rail design that allows for easily adding custom fabricated mounts • Fully […]

How to Link the Dual Zooms of Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash

Posted on December 17, 2024

Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash is a feature-rich fixture that includes the ability to independently control its inner (main) and outer (ring) zooms. WATCH NOW to learn how the Control channel can be used to link dual zooms into a single zoom so that they operate in unison. This can be particularly useful in a cloning […]

How to Set Up Lamp Settings for Optimal Fixture Performance

Posted on November 18, 2024

Join Senior Product Manager Michael Graham as he walks through each setting, from on/off states and DMX controls to ignition delay and low power modes.   WATCH NOW to discover practical tips to protect your equipment, reduce heat, and save power, all while extending lamp life. Selected function highlights in the Lamp Setting menu: State/Power onSet the […]