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Scorpion Dual by CHAUVET DJ

Posted on June 2, 2014 by webmaster

Scorpion Dual provides you with dual FAT BEAM aerial effect laser, perfect for events with fog or haze. The unique dual mirror output makes a great centerpiece or side accent in pairs and includes 32 built-in patterns, including the popular “Laser Sky” effect. Generate customized and ever-changing laser shows using programmable pan, tilt, and zoom […]

Update – MiN on the Move

Posted on September 5, 2012 by webmaster

Do you recall the post about Justin Polachek and the laser show in his car? To create the show, Polacheck initally installed MiN Laser RGX and MiN Laser FX lasers in his black, tricked out 2010 Scion xB. Since the original post, Polacheck added a third MiN Laser and a Hurricane 700 fog machine to enhance his laser show. The additional laser projects effects onto the […]

3 Steps to Create a Beginner’s Rig

Posted on June 19, 2012 by webmaster

As a DJ who is just starting out, you should know that your lighting rig is as important as your sound system. Including lighting in your DJ setup makes you look more professional and can significantly increase your profit potential. To upsell a client on a lighting package, every rig should include a variety of […]

CHAUVET® at Dealer Event in South Africa

Posted on April 16, 2012 by webmaster

South Africa dealer Audiosure invited 150 distributors for an evening of showcase, interaction and prizes. On display and the talk of the evening were a variety of CHAUVET® fixtures.                                    

CHAUVET® shines at Pitters Mud House

Posted on February 28, 2012 by webmaster

Lucas Beine of STS Mobile Lighting shared this great photo with us on Facebook. He uses two Scorpion lasers and two Intimidator fixtures to light a performance by Monstars at Pitters Mud House in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Scorpion Storm FX Lights 4NZX

Posted on January 18, 2012 by webmaster

Don Audio shared this photo that was taken at Painter’s Restaurant in New York. The Forensics (4NZX), an electronica band, gave a special performance as laser beams from a Scorpion Storm FX filled the venue.

DJ Profile: Tom and Diane Gollnick

Posted on January 3, 2012 by webmaster

Tom and Diane Gollnick are a DJ team and own Night Dancin’ DJ, a service company based in Wisconsin specializing in weddings, proms, outdoor events and more. 1. How and when did you get started as a DJ? What types of events do you do? I started my DJ business in 1962 originally doing school […]

CHAUVET® Brightens Vintage Gardens

Posted on December 28, 2011 by webmaster

An event at Vintage Gardens in Modesto, Calif. takes place under an enormous tent illuminated with four SlimPAR 56 wash lights, two COLORstrip linear lights and a MiN Laser FX laser controlled with an Obey 70 control board. Photo courtesy of Jason Gulley

DJ Profile: DJ Borracho

Posted on December 21, 2011 by webmaster

Charles Gardella, aka DJ Borracho, is a versatile DJ in Montebello, Calif. who DJs everything in English and Spanish. He owns his own DJ business, has 17 years of experience and knows how to get party goers on their feet and keep them moving to the music. 1. How and when did you get started […]

MiN on the Move

Posted on November 28, 2011 by webmaster

Justin Polachek is a 19-year-old who spends a lot of time and money on his car. He cruises the streets of Oregon in a black, tricked out 2010 Scion xB fully equipped with a bass-pumpin’system, black-and-brushed steel rims and a laser show. Yes, you read correctly — Polachek created a laser show in his car by […]

CHAUVET® Lighting is “INfectious”

Posted on November 7, 2011 by webmaster

We traveled to Orlando, Fla.to take part in one of the industry’s largest trade shows: LDI. Team CHAUVET® spent months preparing for the show and introduced more than a dozen new products to the Club/DJ market. The show took place on Halloween weekend so we gave our booth an “infected” theme in hopes that LDI […]

2 Easy Tips for Laser-filled Halloweens

Posted on October 25, 2011 by webmaster

by Allan Reiss, product manager for CHAUVET® Club/DJ Do you want to see how cool your Halloween party can get? You can bring in as many skulls, mummies and fake bloody human parts you want, but nothing will get as cool as lasers! Sharp, eye-catching and colorful, lasers should not be skipped when planning for […]

Scorpion GBC creates fierce laser show at Station 4

Posted on September 8, 2011 by webmaster

A massive laser show was recently added to the design scheme of Station 4, a 24,000 square foot, bi-level nightclub located in the Dallas Oak Lawn entertainment district. Green, blue and cyan beams bounce from wall to wall, illuminating everything in between, and all it takes is four Scorpion GBC lasers.  Paul McElroy, lighting designer for […]

LASER Basics

Posted on July 22, 2011 by webmaster

by Allan Reiss, product manager for CHAUVET® We think everyone can agree that lasers are an asset to any event and are one of the greatest effect fixtures you can have on your rig. Nowadays, lasers can include multiple patterns, feature a ton of effects, and project beams in bold colors such as red, green, […]

Dealer trip: DFB Sound and Light Warehouse, U.K.

Posted on June 21, 2011 by webmaster

DFB Sound and Light Warehouse is run by Simon Griffin, Mark Aitkin and Shaun Palmer. What started in the 60s as and electronic shop has blossomed into one of the biggest dealerships in the U.K. for sound and lighting equipment. DFB carries a wide variety of LED-fitted effect lighting, wash lights, scanners, lasers, moving heads, […]

Dealer trip: Disco World, U.K.

Posted on June 15, 2011 by webmaster

Located in Hartlepool, Disco World has been a bustling DJ and disco supply outlet since 1999. Back in those pre-internet days, Disco World had a thriving mail order business. In May of 2011, it moved into a new 4,000-square-foot space with a massive warehouse, ample office and showroom. Darren Lowery and Mark Prest, owners of […]