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Spotlights and Floodlights – Knowledge and Guidance

1. PAR Spotlights
2. Lamps and Color Filters
3. LED PAR Spotlights
4. Advantages of LEDs
5. Disadvantages of LEDs
6. LED Floodlights and Pinspots
7. Control
8. Planning and Placement

Professional stage lighting is an art in itself, with countless creative options. The emotional impact on the audience is undeniable when the right lighting technology brings a theatre stage, concert hall or club to life. Alongside classic spotlights, modern high-tech effects are now available, creating impressive visual experiences.

All items are shipped worldwide with 3-year warranty.

Lamps and Color Filters

The lamp size must correspond to the PAR housing specification. On stage, the most common are PAR-36, PAR-56 and PAR-64 models, each with different diameters. While PAR-36 operates with low voltage, PAR-56 glass lamps (for smaller spots) and PAR-64 with either glass lamps or aluminum reflectors (for larger areas) are widely used and should be chosen according to the application. In addition to the lamps, a color filter in the form of a gel sheet should be selected and placed into the holder provided.

LED PAR Spotlights

LEDs have long established themselves in stage lighting, thanks to their flexibility. No color gels are required in front of white lights, as LED PAR spotlights cover the entire spectrum directly. With suitable remote control, countless moods can be created, planned either per song or for an entire show.

Advantages of LEDs

• Lower energy use: LEDs save both the environment and electricity bills, consuming up to 95% less power than traditional lamps. They are also longer lasting, often with a lifespan exceeding 10,000 hours.
• Less heat and weight: Reduced power use means less heat on stage. While old PAR cans with halogen lamps used to overheat, LEDs remain cool and efficient. They are also typically lighter and more compact than conventional fixtures.
• Brightness and dimming: Thanks to their efficiency, LED spotlights deliver high light output. Unlike color gels in front of halogen lamps that reduce brightness, LEDs produce colors directly, with no loss of intensity. LEDs can also be dimmed smoothly without an external dimmer. Many models now feature RGBW technology with an additional white channel for natural white tones.
• Cost: While LED fixtures are more expensive upfront, their durability quickly offsets the investment.

Disadvantages of LEDs

• PAR spotlights with lenses and reflectors can focus light over longer distances, while LEDs are more suited for shorter-range lighting. In addition, the color temperature of LEDs may shift when dimmed, unlike halogen lamps with gels.

LED Floodlights and Pinspots

For outdoor applications, IP65-certified housings are essential. LED floodlights are ideal for illuminating buildings or trees in vibrant colors. Indoors, they create impressive wash effects by lighting walls or large objects.

Pinspots focus light on a small point, making them perfect for use with mirror balls or other reflective objects to scatter light around the room.

Control

DMX control has become the standard in LED lighting. Operated via a controller similar to an audio mixing desk, DMX controllers manage visual effects precisely.

Many fixtures also feature built-in auto programs alongside 3-pin DMX connectors, providing color variety without external gear. Often, a microphone is built in so lighting can follow the beat of the music.

Planning and Placement

Not only the desired effects are important, but also the performers’ position on stage, ensuring they are clearly visible and not just colorful silhouettes. The stage should be lit from the front edge or side with white light at an appropriate angle. All additional colors can then be added creatively.

All products are shipped worldwide with 3-year warranty.