Elation SMARTY MAX – Beam/Spot/Wash Hybrid Fixture

The Elation SMARTY MAX is a high-output, full-featured hybrid fixture that seamlessly blends the functionality of a beam, spot, and wash light into one powerful and compact unit. Designed for the most demanding professional productions, this fixture is built around the Philips MSD Platinum FLEX 400 lamp—a long-life, high-efficiency discharge lamp capable of delivering punchy beams and smooth spot transitions with up to 4,000 hours of lamp life. With an output exceeding 21,000 lumens, the SMARTY MAX is built to command attention in large arenas, theaters, festivals, and broadcast environments.

The SMARTY MAX features a massive 160mm front aperture, ensuring intense visual impact and deep field penetration. This, combined with Elation’s custom-engineered optics, allows the fixture to project incredibly tight beams as narrow as 1.5° or produce lush spot and wash looks with a zoom range that reaches up to 35°. The unit also supports ultra-fast motorized zoom adjustments, iris control, frost, and a full complement of dynamic FX tools to shape and transform light on the fly.

Color creativity is equally versatile thanks to a full CMY color mixing system, variable CTO, and a 13-color dichroic wheel with vibrant saturates, pastels, correction filters, and effects like UV and high CRI. The gobo arsenal includes two wheels: one with eight rotating/indexing gobos and another with 14 static metal gobos, offering endless options for texture and projection. Additional features such as dual overlapping prisms, dual frost filters (medium and heavy), and a dual-track animation wheel enable breathtaking aerial effects and mid-air beam manipulation.

The SMARTY MAX is a true hybrid fixture built to save space, reduce setup time, and eliminate the need for multiple lighting types. Whether you’re deploying it in a touring rig, fixed installation, or high-stakes broadcast event, it delivers exceptional reliability, fast response, and a flexible feature set—all while maintaining compactness and energy efficiency. Built with rugged components, the SMARTY MAX also features Smart Hibernation technology to prolong lamp life and reduce heat stress during idle periods.

Key Features

• All-in-one hybrid: Beam, Spot, and Wash functionality in a single fixture
• Philips MSD Platinum 400 Flex lamp (370W to 480W) with up to 4,000-hour lifespan
• Smart Hibernation with instant recovery for energy and lamp preservation
• Full CMY color mixing system + 13-position color wheel with UV and CRI filters
• 14 static gobos + 8 rotating/indexing gobos for textured projection
• Dual overlapping prisms (4-facet linear + 8-facet circular) and dual frost
• Ultra-fast zoom: Beam (2°–20°), Spot (3°–30°), Wash (9°–35°)
• Massive 160mm lens for powerful, defined projection
• Touch panel with full-color LCD and intuitive controls

Specifications

• Light Source: Philips MSD Platinum FLEX 400 Lamp
• Beam Angle: 0.8° – 6.5° (Beam Mode)
• Field Angle: 1.8° – 16.2°
• Zoom Ranges: Beam: 2°–20°, Spot: 3°–30°, Wash: 9°–35°
• Photometric Output: Up to 21,000 lumens
• Effects: Iris, dual prisms, animation wheel, 2 frost filters, gobos, strobe
• Pan/Tilt: Pan: 540° / 630°, Tilt: 248°
• Control Protocols: DMX, RDM, Art-NET, sACN
• DMX Channels: 27 / 44 channels
• Connections: 5-pin DMX In/Out, Ethernet In/Out, IP65 locking power In/Out
• Display: Full-color 180° reversible LCD with 6-button interface
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 15.34" x 17.53" x 25.27" (389.8mm x 445.3mm x 642mm)
• Weight: 60.0 lbs (27.2kg)

Applications

• Concerts and arena tours
• Broadcast and television studios
• Corporate AV and conference stages
• Theatrical and stage productions
• Event lighting for festivals and outdoor shows

Why Choose the Elation SMARTY MAX?

• True hybrid fixture reduces gear needs and setup time
• Extreme output with deep color rendering and versatile beam shaping
• Advanced lamp technology with power optimization and long life
• Engineered for touring, fixed install, and live production environments
• Backed by Elation’s robust 2-year / 4,000-hour warranty

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ Phenomenal Hybrid – "We replaced three fixtures with the SMARTY MAX. It handles beam, spot, and wash effortlessly—perfect for touring rigs."
★★★★☆ Exceptional Optics – "From tight beams to wide washes, the clarity is outstanding. Great color accuracy and effects selection."
★★★★★ All-in-One Workhorse – "Saves space, simplifies our setup, and performs under pressure. This is now a must-have in our lighting rig."