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Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock vs Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold LED CMY Color Mixing Light
The MAC Encore Wash Warm specializes in whisper-silent, accurate tungsten emulation for film and broadcast, while the ERA 400 Performance offers dynamic color mixing and gobo effects for concert and theater stages. Choose the MAC Encore for production work demanding silent operation and skin-tone accuracy; pick the ERA 400 for vibrant color control and creative gobos on live stages.
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Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold LED CMY Color Mixing Light
Specs side by side
| Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock | Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold LED CMY Color Mixing Light | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $8,164.80 | $8,676.00 |
| Brand | Martin | Martin |
| Year | Unknown | Unknown |
| Condition | Refurbished | New |
Why choose Martin MAC Encore Wash Warm Light Moving Head B-Stock
- ✓ Whisper-silent motorized operation across all functions—critical for sound stages and broadcast
- ✓ 3000K warm tungsten emulation with high CRI and exceptional color rendering for skin tones and fabrics
- ✓ Flicker-free LED at camera-safe refresh rates eliminates film and broadcast compatibility issues
- ✓ Compact at 28.5 kg with industry-leading lumen-per-kilogram ratio
Why choose Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold LED CMY Color Mixing Light
- ✓ CMY color mixing system with unlimited color possibilities and nine color filters for creative flexibility
- ✓ Extensive gobo library with seven rotating and nine static options for dynamic effects
- ✓ 10,000 lumens from 300W cold LED delivers bright, crisp 6,500K output ideal for concert and theater stages
- ✓ Rotatable framing module with four independently controllable blades for precise beam masking
Frequently asked questions
Which is better for outdoor or daylight-heavy environments?
Neither is ideal for outdoor daylight use, but the MAC Encore's variable color temperature control (3000–7000K) offers more flexibility for adapting to ambient conditions, while the ERA 400's 6,500K cold white is fixed and designed primarily for controlled indoor environments.
Do either of these suit smaller venues or budget-conscious buyers?
Both are premium, professional-grade fixtures; neither is recommended for budget-constrained installations. The ERA 400 is lighter (22.5 kg vs. 28.5 kg) and may be easier to rig in tight spaces, but both require professional infrastructure.
What's the key difference in color rendering philosophy?
The MAC Encore Warm emulates tungsten fixtures with exceptional CRI and TM-30 values for accurate skin tones and fabric reproduction—essential for film and broadcast. The ERA 400 uses CMY mixing for unlimited creative colors with crisp 6,500K output, prioritizing vibrant stage effects over warm accuracy.
Which has more creative effects options?
The ERA 400 offers more gobo variety (16 options total), a three-facet prism, and strobe/pulse effects, making it superior for theatrical and concert lighting. The MAC Encore focuses on diffused wash consistency and barndoor control for production-grade beam shaping and masking.