About theBlizzard Hypno Beam LED Beam Moving Head
The Blizzard Hypno Beam is a dedicated beam effects moving head fixture that utilizes a high-intensity, narrow-angle LED light source to produce dramatic, laser-like shafts of light ideal for creating aerial effects in smoke or haze. Unlike hybrid fixtures that offer spot and wash capabilities, the Hypno Beam is purpose-built to maximize beam visibility and impact, featuring an extremely tight beam angle that results in intense, parallel rays capable of cutting through ambient stage lighting. Its LED engine is specifically chosen for high lumen output in a concentrated package, providing the necessary punch for beam definition while benefiting from the instant on/off, long life, and color mixing capabilities of LED technology. This makes it an energy-efficient and reliable alternative to traditional discharge-based beam movers.The fixture incorporates a comprehensive effects package centered around its beam-shaping capabilities. This typically includes a fast, multi-facet prism that multiplies the single beam into intricate geometric patterns, a rotating gobo wheel for projecting textured beams, and a high-speed mechanical shutter for precise strobe and blackout effects. A key feature is its vibrant color system, often an RGB or RGBA array, allowing for rapid color changes and the creation of saturated hues directly within the fixture. The Hypno Beam is designed with fast and silent pan and tilt movement, enabling rapid repositioning and dynamic sweeping effects that are essential for modern electronic music events and high-energy performances. Its compact and yoke-mounted design allows for flexible rigging in trusses or on floor stands.Designed for the demands of nightclubs, concert touring, and festival stages, the Blizzard Hypno Beam excels in environments where atmospheric effects and high-impact visual stimulation are paramount. It is a staple in genres like EDM, where synchronized beam movements are a core component of the show. The fixture’s ability to create hypnotic, patterned beams in sync with music, combined with its speed and bright output, provides lighting designers with a powerful tool for audience engagement. By offering professional beam effects in a more accessible and manageable LED package, the Hypno Beam delivers the intense visual drama associated with large-scale productions in a format suitable for a wide range of venue sizes and budgets.
Key Features
- Powerful Central LED: Features a high-output 60W RGBW 4-in-1 LED.
- Hypnotic Dual LED Rings: Two rings with 60 RGB 3-in-1 SMD5050 LEDs each.
- Independent DMX Control: Control the beam and rings separately via DMX.
- Wide Pan and Tilt: Features 540°/630° pan & 200° tilt movement.
- Pro Connectivity: powerCON-compatible AC in/out and 3-pin DMX connections.
Blizzard Hypno Beam LED Beam Moving Head Specs
Light Source and Beam Light SourceHigh-Power LED Beam AngleExtremely Narrow (e.g., 3°) Effect TypeDedicated Beam Moving Head Effects System PrismMulti-Facet Rotating Prism GobosRotating Gobo Wheel ShutterHigh-Speed Mechanical Shutter Color System Color MixingRGB or RGBA Array Color ChangesInstant, No Color Wheel Lag SaturationHigh Color Saturation Movement and Control Pan/Tilt Range540° Pan, 270° Tilt Control ProtocolDMX512 SpeedFast, Silent Movement Physical and Electrical HousingDie-Cast Aluminum Power ConsumptionApprox. 200W ConnectorsPowerCON, XLR In/Out
Key Features
- Powerful Central LED: Features a high-output 60W RGBW 4-in-1 LED.
- Hypnotic Dual LED Rings: Two rings with 60 RGB 3-in-1 SMD5050 LEDs each.
- Independent DMX Control: Control the beam and rings separately via DMX.
- Wide Pan and Tilt: Features 540°/630° pan & 200° tilt movement.
- Pro Connectivity: powerCON-compatible AC in/out and 3-pin DMX connections.
