Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold LED CMY Color Mixing Light
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Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold LED CMY Color Mixing Light
The Martin ERA 400 Performance CLD is a professional-grade moving light that delivers intuitive, real-time control over color, gobo selection, and beam shaping for studio and production environments. Its compact yet substantial form factor—measuring 632 mm in height and weighing 22.5 kg—mounts securely on truss or stands while remaining manageable for studio setups and location work. The 300W cold white LED engine generates a crisp 6,500K output with 10,000 lumens of intensity, delivering color-accurate illumination for product shoots, interviews, green-screen work, and multi-camera studio sessions.
Light Output & Color Mixing for Studio Work
The CMY color mixing system with independently variable 0–100% control provides unlimited color grading possibilities, complemented by nine built-in color filters plus open for rapid color matching and creative looks. An extensive gobo library—seven rotating/indexing options and nine static selections plus open—enables fast creative transitions during production. The motorized zoom spans 10–30 degrees with electronic dimming across 0–100%, four dimming curves, and strobe/pulse effects for dynamic lighting design and timing control in multi-camera setups.
Precision Optics & Beam Control
Full pan and tilt range (540° and 260° respectively) combined with a rotatable framing module featuring four individually controllable blades allows precise beam definition and masking for isolating subjects and controlling spill. A rotating/indexing three-facet prism expands texture and effect options, while the 110 mm front lens and flat-field gobo projection ensure sharp, undistorted imagery across studio distances. The iris control (0–100%) refines beam boundaries without sacrificing output intensity, making it ideal for controlled key and fill applications.
Key Features
- 300W cold white LED engine, 6,500K color temperature, 10,000 lumen output
- Minimum LED lifetime: 20,000 hours
- CMY color mixing with independent 0–100% variable control
- 9 color filters plus open; 7 rotating/indexing gobos plus open; 9 static gobos
- Motorized zoom range: 10–30 degrees with flat-field projection
- Rotatable framing module ±45° with 4 individually controllable blades
- Full pan 540° / tilt 260°; three-facet rotating/indexing prism; iris 0–100%
- Electronic dimming 0–100% with four dimming curves; strobe/pulse effects
- 30-channel DMX control via 3-pin and 5-pin XLR in/out
- AC power 100–240V, 50/60 Hz; typical draw 455W; idle 44W
- Forced-air cooling with temperature regulation; 1,550 BTU/hr heat dissipation
- Dimensions: 379 × 237 × 632 mm; Weight: 22.5 kg (49.6 lbs)
The ERA 400 Performance CLD combines LED efficiency, optical precision, and intuitive control into a single instrument capable of supporting everything from product and interview lighting to full multi-camera production work.
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At a Glance
The Martin ERA 400 Performance Cold delivers professional-grade moving-light firepower for broadcast, theater, and studio lighting setups, with 10,000 lumens of precision color-mixed illumination and full gobo/framing control over a 540° pan and 260° tilt range. Its CMY system, motorized zoom, rotatable framing blades, and 20,000-hour LED engine make it a reliable workhorse for complex lighting designs that demand repeatable color fidelity and pixel-perfect beam shaping session after session. Choose it for productions where visual consistency, creative effect options, and broadcast-quality light rendering matter most.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ concert lighting
- ✓ theater production
- ✓ arena touring
- ✓ broadcast studios
- ✓ event production
Not the best pick for
- – outdoor daylight use
- – budget-constrained installations
Skill level: Intermediate · Advanced · Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
What color temperature does the ERA 400 output, and how does it mix colors?
The unit features a 300W cold white LED engine tuned to 6,500K with a CMY (cyan, magenta, yellow) color mixing system offering independent 0–100% control on each channel, providing unlimited color possibilities. It also includes nine built-in color filters plus open for additional preset options.
What gobo and beam-shaping options are available?
The light includes seven rotating/indexing gobos and nine static gobo selections plus open position, a motorized zoom (10–30 degrees), a rotatable framing module with four individually controllable blades, a three-facet rotating/indexing prism, and iris control (0–100%) for precise masking and beam boundary refinement.
How much power does it draw, and how is it cooled?
Typical power draw is 455W at full operation (idle draw 44W) from 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz mains. The unit employs forced-air cooling with temperature regulation and dissipates 1,550 BTU/hr, ensuring stable operation during extended touring and venue use.
What is the pan and tilt range, and how is it controlled?
Full pan range is 540° and tilt is 260°, controlled via 30-channel DMX over 3-pin and 5-pin XLR in/out connections. Dimming is electronic (0–100%) with four selectable dimming curves and strobe/pulse effects for dynamic visual sequences.
How durable is the LED engine, and what are the physical dimensions?
The LED engine is rated for a minimum lifetime of 20,000 hours. The fixture measures 379 × 237 × 632 mm (height) and weighs 22.5 kg, making it suitable for truss or floor mounting in theaters, venues, and touring rigs.
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