Avolites+titan+pc+suite
In the world of professional lighting control, two names have historically dominated the conversation: MA Lighting and Avolites. While MA is often seen as the standard for massive, tracking-based theatrical productions, Avolites has carved out an undeniable legacy in the world of busking—the art of controlling live music, festivals, and corporate events on the fly.
If you are a hobbyist, download the suite today. Use the built-in visualiser (Capture) and learn the Shape Generator. Even without a dongle, you can become a proficient programmer. avolites+titan+pc+suite
When you download Titan PC Suite, you are getting the exact same software engine that runs on a $30,000 Avolites Diamond console. This includes the powerful Shape Generator, the Pixel Mapper, the Timeline editor, and the full library of fixture profiles. In the world of professional lighting control, two
Whether you are a freelance lighting programmer, a house of worship volunteer, a nightclub LD, or a student looking to break into the industry, Avolites Titan PC Suite offers a full-featured, industry-standard software environment for free. But what exactly is it, how do you use it, and what do you need to get the DMX out of your computer? Use the built-in visualiser (Capture) and learn the
| Feature | Avolites Titan | MA dot2 (or MA3) | Chamsys MagicQ | Onyx | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Excellent (Shapes) | Good (Macros) | Moderate | Good | | Pixel Mapper | Free & Powerful | Paid/Complex | Paid | Free | | Theatre Tracking | Basic | Industry Standard | Good | Poor | | Hardware Cost | $500 (1 Uni) | $1,200 (2 Uni) | $400 (1 Uni) | $100 (1 Uni) | | Learning Curve | Medium | Steep | Steep | Easy |
Always, always keep a physical backup. Never run a live show solely on a PC laptop without a Titan NX wing or at least a USB failover plan. Hardware faders save lives; Titan PC Suite gives you the power to push them.