Control/Dimming Colortran Innovator 48/96 or ETC Express 250

I have run two new Innovator 600s, and both lock up at random times. I've also noticed other posts around here from individuals saying the same thing. For what it's worth, my Innovator is brand new, and I'll probably buy an ETC ION next year, and shelve the Innovator for a backup board. An unreliable console just doesn't cut it for me.
 
I also vote for the Express 250, I've used both the Express 125 and Express 48/96 and never had any major problems. The only difference between the Express boards are the computer boards on the inside, the software is exactly the same on all of the Express boards.
 
I also vote for the Express 250, I've used both the Express 125 and Express 48/96 and never had any major problems. The only difference between the Express boards are the computer boards on the inside, the software is exactly the same on all of the Express boards.

I am another vote in favor of the Express.
Although I will say I have had one problem with an Express 24/48 (the board crashed twice in a show, both times losing all lights onstage). When we sent in the board, the customer service was fantastic, the problem was assessed to be in the firmware, it came back fully functional and spiffed up. :grin:
I haven't used a 250 (only larger Expresses) but I've had no complaints aside from that one incident.
 
I have the Innovator 48/96. It's ok, if that's what you have. (I've used worse.) It's not terrible, but yes, mine seems to lock up when using the keypad extensively. If I had the choice, go with the Express. ETC Customer Support is amazing and will get you through many a tough spot.

Note: I have never used moving lights, but a few people have posted on how the Express(ion) is a bit screwy when programming movers. The Innovator seems to have a strait forward section on movers, at least from reading the manual. But then again, if you're using movers you may want to look into an ION or a Strand instead of the Express.
 
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