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Martin MAC One white in Cardboard vs Martin MAC One Beam in Cardboard
Both fixtures share identical core specs (120 W RGBL, 2,500 lumens, 375,000 cd, 4–27° zoom, 23 dB(A)) and are professional-grade theater/broadcast workhorses. The MAC One White emphasizes long-throw capability and is positioned for touring rigs with thermal concerns; the MAC One Beam is marketed as a mid-throw workhorse with slightly more emphasis on clean beam precision, though functionally they appear nearly equivalent.
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Specs side by side
| Martin MAC One white in Cardboard | Martin MAC One Beam in Cardboard | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,312.00 | $3,600.00 |
| Brand | Martin | Martin |
| Fixture Type | Moving Head | Beam |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Martin MAC One white in Cardboard
- ✓ White housing option better for aesthetic integration and thermal visibility in compact rigs
- ✓ Explicitly optimized for long-throw applications and high-brightness key-light roles
- ✓ Detailed thermal efficiency specs (0.8–1.6 A draw) documented for infrastructure planning
Why choose Martin MAC One Beam in Cardboard
- ✓ Lightweight 4.4 kg frame explicitly noted for tour portability and rig flexibility
- ✓ Marketed with emphasis on mid-throw precision and clean beam output consistency
- ✓ Flame-retardant thermoplastic housing specification provided for safety-critical installations
Frequently asked questions
What is the practical difference in beam throw between these two fixtures?
The MAC One White is explicitly optimized for long-throw applications, while the MAC One Beam is positioned for mid-throw venues. Both deliver 375,000 cd narrow beam intensity; the difference is application context rather than raw beam power. Venue ceiling height and key-light distance should guide your choice.
Are the optical engines and output identical?
Yes. Both feature 120 W RGBL LED engines producing 2,500 lumens, 375,000 cd narrow beam intensity, 4–27° zoom, 24 RGB backlight LEDs, 200+ FX macros, and identical control protocols (DMX, Art-Net, sACN, Martin P3). Noise floor is also identical at 23 dB(A) in theater/broadcast mode.
Which is better for a compact touring rig with space constraints?
The MAC One Beam is explicitly documented at 4.4 kg and emphasizes portability, making it the better choice for weight-conscious touring. The MAC One White focuses on thermal management and infrastructure efficiency rather than raw weight, though exact weight is not specified for comparison.
What is the price difference and is it justified?
The MAC One Beam is listed as premium tier versus the MAC One White's high tier, but exact pricing is not provided. The premium reflects the Beam's touring-focused weight optimization and flame-retardant housing spec; functionally, the fixtures are nearly identical, so your choice should depend on throw distance needs and portability requirements rather than raw feature count.