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Martin MAC Encore Performance Cold Light Moving Head vs Martin MAC Encore Performance Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
The Cold Light excels at crystalline brightness and camera work with 11,600 lumens at 6000K, while the Warm Light prioritizes broadcast and theater with superior color accuracy (CRI >90, TM-30 Rf >90) and authentic 3000K tungsten emulation at 9,200 lumens. Choose Cold Light for high-output, color-saturated visual design; choose Warm Light for skin-tone fidelity and traditional lighting aesthetics.
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Martin MAC Encore Performance Cold Light Moving Head
Martin MAC Encore Performance Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Martin MAC Encore Performance Cold Light Moving Head | Martin MAC Encore Performance Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $12,199.50 | $9,666.00 |
| Brand | Martin | Martin |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | New | Refurbished |
Why choose Martin MAC Encore Performance Cold Light Moving Head
- ✓ Higher lumen output (11,600 vs 9,200) for larger venues and outdoor applications
- ✓ Tunable color temperature range from 6000K to 2700K with variable CTO adjustment
- ✓ 4 framing shutters with ±30° precision for complex beam shaping
- ✓ Excellent for electronic productions and camera-critical environments
Why choose Martin MAC Encore Performance Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
- ✓ Superior color accuracy metrics (CRI >90, TM-30 Rf >90, TLCI >90) for broadcast and skin tones
- ✓ Native 3000K warm tungsten emulation without color shifting
- ✓ Lighter weight (31 kg) and more portable for touring
- ✓ CMY color mixing system with flat-field consistency across zoom and dimming
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for broadcast and television?
The Warm Light is purpose-built for broadcast with CRI >90 and TLCI >90 metrics that ensure accurate skin tones and set colors on camera. The Cold Light's higher brightness is better suited to live events and large venues where color saturation matters more than naturalism.
What's the practical difference in brightness?
Cold Light outputs 11,600 lumens at 6000K; Warm Light outputs 9,200 lumens at 3000K. The Cold Light is roughly 26% brighter, making it better for long throws and outdoor work, while the Warm Light is sufficient for most indoor theater and touring applications.
Can I adjust color temperature on both?
The Cold Light offers variable CTO adjustment from 6000K to 2700K for flexibility. The Warm Light is fixed at 3000K with precise black-body curve accuracy but no tunability, making it ideal if you want consistent tungsten emulation without adjustment.
Which is easier to tour with?
The Warm Light at 31 kg (68 lbs) is noticeably lighter and more compact, offering better portability. The Cold Light's weight is not specified but the Warm Light's weight advantage is significant for touring professionals moving fixtures between venues.