90233100HU vs 9025122049 — Compare
Martin MAC Viper Performance Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing vs Martin ERA 600 Performance LED CMY Color Mixing Light
The MAC Viper Performance is a traditional 1000W lamp-based fixture delivering 26,000 lumens with fast speed and proven durability for touring theatres and live events. The ERA 600 Performance is a compact LED alternative producing 19,000 fixture lumens with lower power consumption, instant dimming, and modular serviceability—better for rental companies and energy-conscious touring operations.
No sales tax on orders shipped outside California — total cost beats national retailers that charge sales tax in nearly every state.
Martin MAC Viper Performance Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing
Martin ERA 600 Performance LED CMY Color Mixing Light
Specs side by side
| Martin MAC Viper Performance Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing | Martin ERA 600 Performance LED CMY Color Mixing Light | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14,017.50 | $13,437.00 |
| Brand | Martin | Martin |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Martin MAC Viper Performance Luminare W/ CMY Color Mixing
- ✓ 26,000 lumens of bright output with traditional lamp reliability
- ✓ 1:4 fast zoom with auto-linked focus for quick repositioning
- ✓ Proven track record in theatre and touring environments
- ✓ Excellent light quality with flat, uniform field
Why choose Martin ERA 600 Performance LED CMY Color Mixing Light
- ✓ LED technology means no lamp replacement and lower energy consumption
- ✓ 19,000 fixture lumens with wider 1:8 zoom range (6–45°) for more coverage flexibility
- ✓ Modular design allows effects swaps in under one minute for quick repairs
- ✓ Electronic dimming down to zero and instant strobe response
Frequently asked questions
Which fixture is brighter?
The MAC Viper Performance outputs 26,000 lumens compared to the ERA 600 Performance's 19,000 lumens, making it significantly brighter for larger venues and outdoor applications.
What's the main advantage of LED over lamp technology here?
The ERA 600 uses a 550W LED engine versus the Viper's 1000W lamp, consuming half the power, eliminating lamp replacement costs, and offering instant dimming to zero and variable color temperature (6500–2700K) that traditional lamps cannot match.
How do the zoom ranges compare?
The MAC Viper has a 1:4 zoom with fast speed and auto-linked focus, while the ERA 600 has a wider 1:8 zoom range (6–45°), giving it more flexibility for different throw distances and beam angles.
Which is better for rental and touring work?
The ERA 600 is optimized for rental and touring with its 31.3 kg weight, modular effects design with one-minute swaps, and lower maintenance demands, while the MAC Viper is better suited to permanent installations and theatres where maximum output and proven lamp technology are priorities.