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Martin Mac Encore Performance,cld,sip B-Stock vs Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP white in EPS
The Martin Mac Encore Performance is a compact hard-edge framing fixture designed for touring with precise blade control and daylight output, while the Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP is a high-output zoom fixture with extensive color mixing and weatherproof design for theater, broadcast, and outdoor work. Choose the Encore for precision framing and lightweight portability; choose the Aura Raven XIP for maximum output, color versatility, and outdoor durability.
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Martin Mac Encore Performance,cld,sip B-Stock
Specs side by side
| Martin Mac Encore Performance,cld,sip B-Stock | Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP white in EPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9,946.80 | $12,568.50 |
| Brand | Martin | Martin |
| Fixture Type | Moving Head | Moving Head |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose Martin Mac Encore Performance,cld,sip B-Stock
- ✓ Lightweight and compact design optimized for touring and space-constrained venues
- ✓ Four individually controllable rotatable framing blades for precise edge masking without gobos
- ✓ Professional-grade cooling and thermal management in a smaller footprint
- ✓ Crisp 6000K neutral daylight output with excellent dimmer sensitivity
Why choose Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP white in EPS
- ✓ 27,000 lumens of output—significantly brighter for large venues and outdoor stages
- ✓ Flexible 6 to 51-degree zoom range for both tight spots and broad washes
- ✓ Weatherproof XIP technology rated for outdoor installations
- ✓ Dual CRI modes and extended 2,000K to 12,850K color range with 37 × 40W RGBL LEDs for broadcast and skin-tone accuracy
Frequently asked questions
Which fixture is brighter?
The Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP outputs 27,000 lumens, making it significantly brighter than the Mac Encore Performance, which is designed as a compact framing tool rather than a raw-output workhorse. The Aura Raven XIP is better suited to large venues and outdoor stages requiring maximum throw.
What's the key operational difference?
The Mac Encore Performance uses four rotatable framing blades plus interchangeable gobos for selective masking and pattern creation, while the Aura Raven XIP focuses on motorized zoom, extended color mixing, and edge effects from its dual LED system. The Encore excels at precise geometric shaping; the Aura Raven XIP excels at dynamic color and beam coverage.
Which is better for outdoor touring?
The Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP includes weatherproof XIP technology explicitly designed for outdoor installations, while the Mac Encore Performance is optimized for indoor touring venues and space-critical applications. If outdoor durability is essential, the Aura Raven XIP is the stronger choice.
Which requires more technical skill to operate?
Both are professional-grade, but the Mac Encore Performance is straightforward—blade control, color wheel, gobo selection. The Aura Raven XIP supports advanced control via DMX, Art-Net, sACN, Martin P3, and NFC mobile app integration, making it more flexible for complex networked shows but not inherently more difficult to use.