Martin ERA 800 Performance LED CMY Color Mixing Light
Description
Martin ERA 800 Performance LED CMY Color Mixing Light
The Martin ERA 800 Performance is a compact, road-ready moving head that delivers exceptional brightness and versatility without the weight penalty typical of fixtures in this class. Built for touring productions, rental inventories, and large-scale live events, this fixture combines a punishing 800W LED engine with a modular architecture that makes setup, adjustment, and effect swaps seamless on tight timelines.
Output & Optical Performance
The 800W white LED engine produces 34,000 lumens at a daylight-balanced 6,500K with a crisp, flat field ideal for gobo projection across substantial trim heights. The 1:8 zoom ratio (7–56 degrees) paired with a 160 mm front lens maintains consistent output throughout the zoom range while enabling tight spotlights or wide washes.
Color & Effects Control
Full CMY color mixing with independent 0–100% variable control, linear CTO (color temperature correction), and a separate six-slot color wheel deliver a comprehensive palette from pastels to saturated primaries. The fixture includes six rotating/indexing gobos and seven static gobos from the Martin MAC library, plus an animation wheel with continuous bi-directional rotation and dual rotating prisms (4-facet and linear) with soft and heavy frost filters for dynamic morphing effects.
Key Features
- 800W LED light engine with 34,000 lumen output at 6,500K
- 3600 Hz LED refresh rate for flicker-free video/broadcast compatibility
- 20,000-hour LED lifetime to >70% luminous output
- 7–56 degree zoom range (1:8 ratio) with fast, accurate tracking
- Full CMY color mixing with variable CTO and separate color wheel
- Full curtain framing system with four independently controllable blades and 120° frame rotation
- Pan 540° / Tilt 260° with coarse and fine control
- 36 DMX channels, USITT DMX512/1990 compliant via 5-pin locking XLR
- Dual rotating prisms (4-facet circular and 6-facet linear) with indexing
- Iris and animation wheel for precise beam and pattern control
- 40 kg (88.2 lbs.) compact, modular design with quick-swap effects modules
- 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz with Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 connector; typical draw 1270W at 120V
The ERA 800 Performance strikes the balance between output, portability, and design flexibility that touring productions and rental houses demand.
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At a Glance
The Martin ERA 800 Performance is a compact, 800W LED moving head delivering 34,000 lumens with full CMY color mixing, dual rotating prisms, and a 1:8 zoom ratio—engineered for touring productions, rental inventories, and large-scale live events. Road-ready at 40 kg with a 20,000-hour LED lifespan and quick-swap modular effects, it cuts the weight penalty typical of fixtures this bright while maintaining crisp gobo projection and flicker-free broadcast output. Choose it when you need serious punch, rapid setup on tight timelines, and the durability to survive life on the tour bus and rental circuit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the ERA 800 Performance suitable for touring and rental use?
At 40 kg with a modular, quick-swap effects architecture, the ERA 800 balances 34,000 lumens of output with compact portability that touring productions and rental inventories demand. The 20,000-hour LED lifespan and road-ready Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 connector support long-term touring and rental-house reliability without frequent replacement.
Is this fixture compatible with video and broadcast recording?
Yes. The 3600 Hz LED refresh rate eliminates flicker on camera, making the ERA 800 Performance ideal for multi-camera broadcast, live-streaming, and video production environments.
What color and effect options does the fixture offer?
Full CMY color mixing with 0–100% variable control, linear CTO, a six-slot color wheel, six rotating/indexing gobos, seven static gobos, dual rotating prisms (4-facet circular and 6-facet linear), an animation wheel, and soft/heavy frost filters for dynamic beam morphing and pattern control.
How does the zoom range perform across trim heights?
The 1:8 zoom ratio (7–56 degrees) with a 160 mm front lens maintains consistent brightness and crisp output throughout the zoom range, enabling tight spotlights on stage or wide washes across substantial trim heights without dimming.
What are the power and connectivity requirements?
The fixture runs on 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz with a typical draw of 1270W at 120V, and connects via a 5-pin locking XLR DMX512/1990 interface and Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 power connector.