Can You Make a Lighting Rig With ONLY 100 Channels? (LIGHTING CHALLENGE)
What do you do if your console is limited to just 100 channels? See what I come up with in today's lighting challenge! This will apply to you any time you are limited on DMX channels.
Want to make a MIDI controller work with your lighting console? In this video, David tells you what you need to know.
Links:
The Full Post on Learn Stage Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/use-midi-hardware-control-lighting-console/
APC-40 Mode Change Script: https://github.com/sproshev/apc40-mode-win-linux/releases
BomeBox: http://www.bome.com/products/bomebox
M-PC Tools: http://ricardo-dias.com/mpctools/
GMA2Tools: http://ricardo-dias.com/gma2tools/
Enttec DMXIS: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/how-to-program-with-dmxis/
Enttec D-Pro: http://www.enttec.com/index.php?main_menu=Products&pn=70571
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Let's discover how to run lights via backing tracks through MIDI or OSC commands. What programs do you need, and how do they work together?
0:00-Introduction
LiveTraker: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/LTYT (affiliate link, Get 5% Off With Coupon Code "davidsls" at this link)
Full Post on Learn Stage Lighting:
Grab Your FREE Guide to Begin with Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/
Learn Stage Lighting LABS: https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/learn-stage-lighting-labs/
Video Specs:
Video Shot On Canon M50: https://geni.us/VuLCB
Shotgun Mic: Rode VideoMic NTG: https://geni.us/v2snsb
Voiceover Mic: Heil PR-40: https://geni.us/fcN0hAO
Lighting Visualization By Capture: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/want-lighting-visualizer/
Video Card: GTX1050 TI: http://geni.us/WBTe
Backdrop/Ambient lighting:
Eliminator Par Mini RGBW: https://geni.us/QKXI
Gamma Starburst Pars for backlight: https://geni.us/R84UceB
Gamma TX4-250 for Pattern on Backdrop: https://www.gammaledvision.com
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Comments Policy: Be nice, and treat others well. While my focus is on creating great videos and articles, I do reply to comments about once per week.
Remember, creating these videos takes a TON of time and effort, and I am not always available to answer questions here personally.
Here is how we can get your questions answered:
Join us in Learn Stage Lighting Labs and get premium support + over 28 hours of step-by-step video training.
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Thanks for understanding!,
-David
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Grab Your FREE Guide: 4 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy ANY Lighting Equipment: https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/4-things-guide/
When you're running your show live, getting the timing of your lighting changes right can make a world of difference in the quality of your show. Watch this for my top tips and tricks on how to do this to create great lighting!
Link: Previous Ninja Video on Running Live in the Programmer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcWbjeH2I7o
Video Specs:
Video Shot On DJI Osmo+: https://geni.us/EH2aU
Backdrop - ENTTEC 8P-60 Pixel Tape: https://www.enttec.com/range/led-strips/led-pixel-strip/
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Want to add a wash fixture to your lighting rig? Here we take a look at 3 different units varying in cost and features - Take a look with us to see what will suit your needs best.
00:00 Introduction
00:55 The History behind wash fixtures
01:13 Wash Fixture Type 1
01:21 Wash Fixture Type 2
02:00 What features do you need in a wash light?
02:28 Gamma Oculus XL
03:20 Gamma Borealis X
03:42 ADJ Focus Flex
04:00 Difference in features
04:17 ZOOM and Output
07:16 Looking at the Physical
08:09 Closing
Want to buy any of these Moving Washes? Go check them out on Learn Stage Lighting Gear here: https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Fixtures referred to in this video:
GLP Impression 90 (Discontinued) https://www.germanlightproducts.com/product/impression-90/
Martin Mac Aura (Discontinued) https://www.martin.com/en/products/mac-aura
Clay Paky B-Eye https://www.claypaky.it/en/products/b-eye-k20
Gamma Oculus XL Z Link: https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com/products/silhouette-oculus-xl-z
ADJ Focus Flex: https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com/products/focus-flex
Full Post on Learn Stage Lighting:
Grab Your FREE Guide to Begin with Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/labs
Learn Stage Lighting GEAR: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/gear
Video Specs:
Video Shot On Sony ZV-E10: https://geni.us/lkqnAg
Airwave Wireless Microphone: https://www.airwavetechnologies.com/collections/camera-mics/products/aw-tech-mobile
Voiceover Mic: Heil PR-40: https://geni.us/fcN0hAO
Lighting Visualization By Capture: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/want-lighting-visualizer/
Video Card: GTX1050 TI: http://geni.us/WBTe
Backdrop/Ambient lighting:
Eliminator Par Mini RGBW: https://geni.us/QKXI
Gamma TX5 for Pattern on Backdrop: https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com/products/tx5-led-250-hybrid
Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links.
Comments Policy: Be nice, and treat others well. This channel has grown a lot, and if I want to keep up with helping folks in-depth, I can't reply to the comments personally.
Creating these videos takes a TON of time and effort, and I am not always available to answer questions here personally.
Here is how we can get your questions answered:
Join us in Learn Stage Lighting Labs and get premium support + over 28 hours of step-by-step video training: learnstagelighting.com/labs
We typically answer Labs member questions within 48 hours (many times MUCH faster), plus we’re able to dialogue through your followup questions -not just answer (1) simple question!
Many of the questions that come in here can also be answered by simple searching on Learn Stage Lighting .com via the Search Bar in the top right corner: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/all-posts/
Thanks for understanding!,
-David
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Grab Your FREE Guide to Begin with Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/
New to DMX or lighting, and need to know the basics? In this video, David shares with you how to begin and set up your first DMX lights.
Links:
Grab Your FREE Guide to Begin with Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/
Video Specs:
Video Shot On Canon Rebel SL1: https://geni.us/r0bE0e
and DJI Osmo+: https://geni.us/lds9
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In this video, David goes over groups and why they are a integral building block to your lighting show on Martin M-Series consoles and M-PC software. Get more at http://www.learnstagelighting.com
Update: M-PC is now Onyx - get my tutorial videos here: Onyx Basics Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWZR3XZ-cD0&list=PLEyo6_xbT5EAwlzOKJLAwXHQ5sHyrlFcj
And learn more about Onyx here:https://www.learnstagelighting.com/how-do-i-begin-with-onyx/
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Once you understand the basics, it's time to plan out where your lights go...so how do you decide?
Links:
Full Post on Learn Stage Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/what-lights-do-i-need-for-a-basic-theatre-show/
Grab Your FREE Guide to Begin with Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/
Learn Stage Lighting LABS: https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/learn-stage-lighting-labs/
Learn Stage Lighting Patreon: http://learnstagelighting.com/patreon
Video Specs:
Video Shot On Canon M50: https://geni.us/VuLCB
Shotgun Mic: Rode VideoMic NTG: https://geni.us/v2snsb
Voiceover Mic (HIGHLY recommended for the price) SE Electronics V7: https://geni.us/RI06IiT
Lighting Visualization By Capture: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/want-lighting-visualizer/
Video Card: GTX1050 TI: http://geni.us/WBTe
Backdrop/Ambient lighting:
Eliminator Par Mini RGBW: https://geni.us/QKXI
Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links.
Comments Policy: Be nice, and treat others well. While my focus is on creating great videos and articles, I do reply to comments about once per week.
Remember, creating these videos takes a TON of time and effort, and I am not always available to answer questions here personally.
There are (2) ways to get your general questions answered:
#1 – Become a Learn Stage Lighting Patron on Patreon. For as little as $3/month, you can join and have your questions answered on a podcast, within a month.
https://www.patreon.com/learnstagelighting
#2 – Want a quicker response? Join us in Learn Stage Lighting Labs and get premium support + over 28 hours of step-by-step video training.
https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/learn-stage-lighting-labs/
We typically answer Labs member questions within 48 hours (many times MUCH faster), plus we’re able to dialogue through your followup questions -not just answer (1) simple question!
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If you want to trigger lighting from LiveTraker, then you will probably use MIDI. Here's how to set it up!
Download Free Trial of https://livetraker.com/?v4=11&campaign=YTTutorials
Buy LiveTraker- https://livetraker.com/shop/?v4=11&campaign=YTTutorials
Coupon Code - Use davidsls for 5% off!
(Affiliate Links)
Audio/Video Credits:
Video loops from Beeple - Licensed under Creative Commons: https://www.beeple-crap.com/vjloops
Audio Clips from Camtasia Included Assets
Grab Your FREE Guide to Begin with Lighting: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/
Learn Stage Lighting LABS: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/labs
Video Specs:
Video Shot On Canon M50: https://geni.us/VuLCB
Shotgun Mic: Rode VideoMic NTG: https://geni.us/v2snsb
Voiceover Mic: Heil PR-40: https://geni.us/fcN0hAO
Lighting Visualization By Capture: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/want-lighting-visualizer/
Video Card: GTX1050 TI: http://geni.us/WBTe
Backdrop/Ambient lighting:
Eliminator Par Mini RGBW: https://geni.us/QKXI
Gamma Starburst Pars for backlight: https://geni.us/R84UceB
Gamma TX4-250 for Pattern on Backdrop: https://www.gammaledvision.com
Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links.
Comments Policy: Be nice, and treat others well. While my focus is on creating great videos and articles, I do reply to comments about once per week.
Remember, creating these videos takes a TON of time and effort, and I am not always available to answer questions here personally.
Here is how we can get your questions answered:
Join us in Learn Stage Lighting Labs and get premium support + over 28 hours of step-by-step video training.
https://www.learnstagelighting.com/labs
We typically answer Labs member questions within 48 hours (many times MUCH faster), plus we’re able to dialogue through your followup questions -not just answer (1) simple question!
Many of the questions that come in here can also be answered by simple searching on Learn Stage Lighting .com via the Search Bar in the top right corner: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/all-posts/
Thanks for understanding!,
-David
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAPB4-kI1GE
I really like LightKey, but the fact is, it's not the best lighting control software for everyone. Here are my top 5 reasons why LightKey isn't right for you!
Links:
Download Demo and/or Buy LightKey: https://lightkey.evyy.net/1kZkx
LightKey Review: https://youtu.be/N43FxjKF1_A
Grab Your FREE Guide to Master MIDI in LightKey: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/LightKeyBonus
Learn Stage Lighting LABS: https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/learn-stage-lighting-labs/
Learn Stage Lighting Patreon: http://learnstagelighting.com/patreon
Video Specs:
Video Shot On Canon Rebel SL1: http://geni.us/tWzADD
Shotgun Mic: Vidpro XM55: https://geni.us/5qMGmf
Voiceover Mic (HIGHLY recommended for the price) SE Electronics V7: https://geni.us/RI06IiT
Lighting Visualization By Capture: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/want-lighting-visualizer/
Video Card: GTX1050 TI: http://geni.us/WBTe
Backdrop - ENTTEC 8P-60 Pixel Tape: https://www.enttec.com/range/led-strips/led-pixel-strip/
Driven by ENTTEC's Pixel Port: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/review-enttec-pixel-port/
Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links.
Comments Policy: Be nice, and treat others well. While my focus is on creating great videos and articles, I do reply to comments about once per week.
Remember, creating these videos takes a TON of time and effort, and I am not always available to answer questions here personally.
However, if you do want more help and assistance, check out Learn Stage Lighting Labs, where I do exactly that and more: https://lp.learnstagelighting.com/learn-stage-lighting-labs/
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