Martin VDO Atomic Bold Full Color Blinder Strobe Wash Light B-Stock
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Martin VDO Atomic Bold Full Color Blinder Strobe Wash Light
The VDO Atomic Bold is a compact yet powerful dual-layer LED fixture that delivers professional-grade output in a remarkably versatile package. Its octagonal design houses both a high-lumen main beam and individually controllable RGB aura backlight, enabling complex creative effects from a single unit. Built for touring sound crews, live events, and venue installations, this fixture handles audience blinding, strobe effects, color washing, and pixel-mapping with equal competence—and the road-ready construction means it'll survive the rigors of regular touring.
Output & Optical Performance
The 400W RGBW LED engine produces 13,000 lumens in boost/strobe mode and 8,000 lumens in continuous operation, delivering serious punch despite the compact form factor. A 12-degree beam angle with a 26-degree field angle provides focused intensity while the 72 individually controllable RGB LED aura backlight adds a second creative layer, allowing authentic tungsten emulation and complex pixelmapping effects that translate reliably across different venue sizes and sightlines.
Build, Control & Integration
The IP65-rated octagonal housing withstands both indoor and outdoor environments, weighing only 9.32 kg (dimensions: 37.1 x 39.4 x 30 cm), making it practical for touring rigs without sacrificing durability. Control flexibility spans DMX, Art-Net, sACN, and Martin P3 protocols, with power and data delivered via a single hybrid PDE cable system that supports daisychaining and reduces cable clutter at the rig. The smart interlocking mechanics allow seamless array building with other VDO Atomic fixtures, while the PAR64-sized front-accessory holder accepts standard barndoors, diffusers, and lenses for quick on-site customization.
Key Features
- 400W RGBW LED light source with 72 RGB LED aura backlight
- 13,000 lumens in boost/strobe mode; 8,000 lumens continuous
- 12-degree beam angle, 26-degree field angle
- IP65-rated octagonal housing for indoor/outdoor use
- Weight: 9.32 kg; Dimensions: 37.1 x 39.4 x 30 cm
- Maximum 400W power consumption via hybrid PDE cable system
- DMX, Art-Net, sACN, and Martin P3 control protocol support
- 72 individually controllable RGB LEDs for aura pixelmapping
- PAR64-sized front-accessory holder for barndoors and diffusers
- Smart interlocking VDO Grid Mount System for fixture interconnection
- Built-in pixel effects on both backlight and main beam
- Compatible with VDO Atomic Dot for mixed-fixture arrays
The VDO Atomic Bold combines professional lumen output, dual-layer creative control, and robust build quality into a fixture that scales from single-unit applications to large-scale array installations—all backed by the dependability touring professionals demand.
More Information
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | Belarus |
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At a Glance
The Martin VDO Atomic Bold is a compact dual-layer LED blinder and wash fixture that punches 13,000 lumens in strobe mode, delivering saturated color and tight beam focus for live stages, touring rigs, and large festivals. Its octagonal housing houses both a main RGBW beam and 72 individually controllable RGB aura backlight, enabling everything from audience-blinding effects to complex pixelated looks from a single unit. Built road-tough with IP65 rating, DMX/Art-Net/sACN control, and smart interlocking mechanics, it scales from one-off gigs to full-scale production arrays.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Live Performance
- ✓ Touring
- ✓ Corporate Events
- ✓ Festival Production
Not the best pick for
- – Home Recording
- – Practice
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What does B-Stock mean for this fixture?
B-Stock means this Martin VDO Atomic Bold is fully functional and meets all performance specifications. It may have minor cosmetic imperfections from demo or return, but operates identically to a new unit.
What control protocols does it support?
The VDO Atomic Bold supports DMX, Art-Net, sACN, and Martin P3 protocols via a single hybrid PDE cable system that also carries power and enables daisychaining between fixtures.
Can I use this fixture in outdoor environments?
Yes, the IP65-rated octagonal housing is rated for both indoor and outdoor use, making it suitable for touring productions and festival installations exposed to weather.
How does the aura backlight enhance the main beam?
The 72 individually controllable RGB LEDs create a second creative layer independent of the main 400W RGBW beam, enabling pixelmapping effects, authentic tungsten emulation, and complex color combinations from a single fixture.
Can I connect multiple VDO Atomic Bold fixtures together?
Yes, the smart interlocking VDO Grid Mount System allows seamless array building with other VDO Atomic fixtures, and the hybrid PDE cable supports daisychaining across multiple units.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $110 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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