Sharpy alternatives

[fxlightingcrew]

So I am looking to get some insight on beam lights..I have been thinking about getting some sharpys but am interested to hear how they compare with other beam light fixtures from chauvet, elation, ADJ, etc. I'm looking for a more affordable light that can still get similar output and beam look as the sharpy

Any help would be appreciated

 

[wolfman005]

We have some Chauvet Legend 230 Beams. Never used one next to a Sharpy but they do what you would expect a beam to do. They are discontinued now but the Rogue R2 Beams are the same fixture with a new name.

 

[express]

I've dealt with the 5R (Extreme? I think) from elation. I can't comment on the road-worthyness (which has come up about the 5rs before) but again, it looked like a beam in the air.

 

[rsmentele]

Elation Platinum Beam 5R Extreme. Spec'd for lots of tours these days. Side by side with a Sharpie, very impressive.