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Martin MAC Viper Wash Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing vs Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
The Martin MAC Viper Wash is a high-output CMY-mixing tungsten lamp fixture designed for maximum brightness and color saturation in touring and large-venue applications, while the Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light is a whisper-silent LED fixture prioritizing color accuracy, flicker-free operation, and suitability for broadcast and film production. Choose the Viper Wash for demanding touring shows requiring peak lumens and vibrant colors; choose the Encore Wash for silent studio, broadcast, and production work where natural skin-tone rendering and noise control matter most.
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Martin MAC Viper Wash Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing
Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Martin MAC Viper Wash Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing | Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9,410.58 | $8,164.80 |
| Brand | Martin | Martin |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose Martin MAC Viper Wash Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing
- ✓ 33,000 lumens peak output for high-impact wash coverage in large venues
- ✓ CMY color mixing with true reds, rich ambers, and deep blues
- ✓ Linear CTO control for continuous daylight-to-tungsten shifts
- ✓ Robust 1000-watt lamp design proven for touring demands
Why choose Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
- ✓ Whisper-silent operation across all motorized functions—essential for broadcast and film
- ✓ LED engine with 3000 K warm tungsten emulation and superior CRI for accurate skin-tone reproduction
- ✓ Flicker-free at camera-safe refresh rates, eliminating film and broadcast compatibility issues
- ✓ Lightweight at 28.5 kg with exceptional lumen-per-kilogram efficiency and variable iris and barndoor control
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for broadcast and film production?
The MAC Encore Wash Warm Light is purpose-built for broadcast and film work. It delivers whisper-silent operation, flicker-free LED operation at camera-safe refresh rates, and high-CRI tungsten emulation for accurate skin tones. The MAC Viper Wash, while professional-grade, uses a 1000-watt lamp and is optimized for touring and venue lighting rather than production silence and color accuracy.
Which produces more light?
The MAC Viper Wash delivers 33,000 lumens with a 1000-watt lamp, designed for high-impact coverage in large venues. The MAC Encore Wash Warm Light prioritizes lumen-per-kilogram efficiency and optical color consistency rather than peak brightness, making it suitable for close-range production work and broadcast environments.
What is the key difference in color mixing approach?
The MAC Viper Wash uses CMY (cyan-magenta-yellow) subtractive color mixing to produce vibrant, saturated colors including true reds and primary greens, with linear CTO for warm shifts. The MAC Encore Wash Warm Light is an LED fixture with fixed 3000 K tungsten emulation and variable CTB correction (3000–7000 K), prioritizing accurate color rendering and green/magenta-free white-balance tracking rather than saturated color mixing.
Which is more portable for touring?
The MAC Encore Wash Warm Light is significantly lighter at 28.5 kg compared to the MAC Viper Wash at 33 kg. However, the Viper Wash remains compact and tour-practical at 473 mm wide. The Encore Wash's advantage is weight efficiency and silent cooling; the Viper Wash's advantage is higher output for larger venues.