Can you describe your recommendation for the
LED wash placement?
Thanks,
Rob
I am not certain what you are asking here, as it really depends on the set /
venue, and all the other design components we run into as lighting designers. Just like any other
instrument in a design, I look at the
photometrics of the
instrument, and use them where I think they will make the best impact based on the other elements of my deign situation.
Even if you can afford the higher end fixtures (
ETC Desire series, et al.), I would still double hang my areas with a
tungsten was
fixture too. I would also invest in the diffusion lenses / filters available for your fixtures. They help in blending back light washes and eliminating hot spots. I just don't think the technology is there yet to totally replace
conventional fixtures with
LED's completely.
Based on the existing inventory listed, I would recommend supplementing the inventory with additional Source 4 Pars, or
Par 64's.
I am still not
clear on what the OP means by "loss of color value". No matter what
fixture you use (
LED,
tungsten,
etc.) you will have to deal with color value and perceived
intensity loss as you change colors. Are you referring to what occurs as a saturate
gel burns out? With 63 Source 4 pars, I would think you could have (easily) a 3 color overhead
wash system based on the limited specs of the
venue you listed. With another 17 - 20 Source 4 pars and 8-10
PAR 64's, you could probably get another 2 color washes, and have money left over (assuming you have the
dimmer capacity). What is your end goal you are trying to reach that you currently are not getting out of the
system? Perhaps it is late and I am just not understanding the situation clearly. You seem to have a decent inventory, especially for a school setting. 5 full
stage back light washes would be a tremendous set up in this situation methinks.
~Dave