Tour Lighing System

[6ftstudios]

Hey all,

So we're working on a lighting system for a small performing arts tour. There are 6 performers and 1 tech (as of now). The group plays in mostly churches with a few schools, gyms, community events and the program includes music, dance, and drama.

Here's the list:
4 ADJ LED par (White) - stage wash
8 Wiedamark LED par (color) - stage wash/fx
1 Xciter DMX controller
2 Ultimate TS-99 BL Tripods
2 Ultimate LTB-48B Crossbars
10 2' Hosa DMX Cables
2 50' Hosa DMX Cables
Power Cables

I'd like to add 2 MX-10 Extreme Scanners, but budget won't allow it right now.

Comments? Questions? Suggestions?

Thanks,
Derrick

The set up is pretty basic. there will be 2 ADJ and 2 Wiedamark cans per tree and 4 Wiedamark cans onstage shining on the backdrop to create washes and add a splash of color. The backdrop is a 10' wide 2' deep curve of spandex triangles with 2 4'x8' black pannels on either side. We currently are using 8 par 38 cans with full on/off only onstage (no stage wash) and until we get the scanners we have 2 ADJ roto pods for effects. The scanners will be used for effects, but also to spot during the drama, and when there is a soloist only onstage.

[zip]

I guess that the Scanners would offer some more dynamics to the performance along with the LED Pars but that really depends on the budget and on the desired performance...

[soundlight]

Unless you get the scanners, you should choose a manual controller instead of an intelligent controller, like the ETC Smartfade.

Cheaper scanner that you might want to consider:
http://www.bulbamerica.com/products/4123

It's about $1K less, but has plenty of features. I've seen these used on a few smaller shows with great effect.

Or, you can get still-in-box high-end Trackspots for under $1K from lightbroker.com

Some moving lights would probably really add to this setup that you have.

[6ftstudios]

I have thought of going with a manual controller, but as of now we have one tech, plus I'd like to be able to add the scanners later.

[gafftaper]

It's not the touring version of Dream Girls, but considering you have no idea what the power systems will be like in places you go and considering you are on a small budget, looks like a pretty wise use of your money to me.

One other thought is if you can pick up some used gear at http://www.solarisnetwork.com

[jmabray]

ETC is about to release a new console - called the Smart fade ML.

All the ease of Smartfade and pallette style of control for moving lights.

See it at USITT in Phoenix or talk to a ETC dealer near you.

Might be the best of both worlds. Allow for the manual control now and moving light control in the future.

Jeff

[soundlight]

WOW!!! AWESOME!!!

When will the specs be on the ETC website?

[gafftaper]

I just heard the same thing from a friend who is an ETC dealer. He said there aren't any specs out yet, he thought we would know more in a week or two.

[jmabray]

Prelim spec sheet can be found here....

http://www.etcconnect.com/docs/misc/...eML-AppSht.pdf

Seems like its a pretty good deal.

To top it off list price is $2,995.00 I believe...

[gafftaper]

Originally Posted by jmabray

Prelim spec sheet can be found here....
http://www.etcconnect.com/docs/misc/...eML-AppSht.pdf
Seems like its a pretty good deal.
To top it off list price is $2,995.00 I believe...

Wow nice work Jmabray... and welcome to the Booth!