ENTTEC lighting ushers in a new era for an iconic Melbourne venue.
Prince Bandroom LED pixel dot ceiling
The iconic Prince Bandroom in St Kilda has elevated its live music experience with the addition of a cutting-edge LED lighting system.
The goal? To create an immersive space where light and sound collide, amplifying every beat and electrifying the atmosphere.
Since the 1950s, the Prince Bandroom has been Melbourne’s heartbeat for live music, hosting legends from Nick Cave and Midnight Oil to Billie Eilish and Glass Animals. It’s more than just a venue — it’s a living testament to the city’s vibrant musical heritage.
In just one month, Lloyd Gibbs and his team at Lotron Electrical, alongside QLC+, transformed the Bandroom’s ceiling from a blank canvas into a dynamic light show. Starting with precise line tracing, 3,072 ENTTEC Smart PXL 60 dots were installed, each carefully fastened for maximum impact.
Powered by eight OCTO controllers and brought to life with ENTTEC’s industry-leading ELM LED mapping software, the result is a bold, ever-changing spectacle that moves with the music and keeps the crowd coming back for more.
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PIXELATOR MINI MK2 is here!
Meet the new PIXELATOR MK2, the world’s highest density Pixel controller: Control 21,760 RGB pixels from one device! Here’s something we know you’re going to get excited about: a true game-changer when it comes to making large-scale LED pixel control much more affordable.
Taking the concept of our popular PIXELATOR MINI even further, the PIXELATOR MINI MK2 redefines pixel control with cutting-edge features and expanded capabilities, building on the trusted PLink System foundation that ENTTEC invented 11 years ago. Whether you’re creating high-density installations or large-scale designs, this controller is engineered to meet the demands of modern lighting projects with precision and versatility.
Product focus
EMU hardware
It’s been a long time in the making, but we’re now delighted to announce the arrival of the official ENTTEC EMU hardware interface.
Designed with live musicians and touring performers in mind, this compact interface works seamlessly with EMU software to run automated and audio-responsive light shows.
With customisable MIDI/footswitch integration, EMU hardware provides hands-free, real-time control adjustable to any performance needs.
EMU Premium software subscription special offer!
Purchasing an ENTTEC EMU hardware interface entitles you to ONE YEAR’S FREE subscription to EMU software so you can unlock and experience the full functionality of EMU’s premium features and stay ahead with regular updates.
Following this period, you will be given a 30% DISCOUNT upon the renewal of this same subscription.
Join ENTTEC’s head DJ, Nic, as he takes a first look at the new EMU hardware interface.
Tales from the vault
EVO: ENTTEC’s lighting console adventure
Looking not unlike a groovy late-1970s drum machine with its stylish timber sides, the EVO was ENTTEC’s core venture into the world of more traditional lighting consoles.
Officially launched in February 2002 at the Entech AV trade show at Darling Harbour, Sydney, the EVO was packed with features and geared towards Ethernet networking.
Heralding new technical advances, such as ENTTEC’s proprietary technology EasyCom™ (which spelled out every command in a simple sentence) and an onboard effects creator, the EVO was a breeze to program.
Outputting up to 4 universes of DMX data, it was available in three factory colours (red, blue, black), or whichever custom colour you liked. The EVO also sat at an incredibly attractive price point, offering and often beating the features of many much more expensive big name lighting desks.
The ambidextrous companion: the EVO EXPANSION WING came out in late 2003, allowing for faster control of features through multiple faders and user defined keys.
Do let us know if you have any memories of the EVO. We always love to hear about the different ways in which our products have helped to create a success story.
The EVO console line was ultimately discontinued in 2006 when ENTTEC decided to focus more on the emerging technology of software-based lighting control systems rather than big, old school desks. But we had fun while it lasted!
What’s more, the wing was marketed – quite accurately – as the only lighting console that specifically took left-handed users into consideration!
Vintage magazine ad: Comic Sans unironically ruled the roost in the early 2000s.
Nobody could accuse the EVO of being dull: available in a bright red finish, it wasn’t exactly the sort of device you were likely to lose in a dark alleyway.
Take your S-PLAY to the next level
Check out this handy video introduction the new ENTTEC I/O EXTENDER – the perfect companion with which to get even more out of your already spectacular S-PLAY SP1 show controller!
Martin Robert brings the House of Hype to life at Dubai Mall with ENTTEC—view the products that powered the experience:
Your all-in-one solution for the recording, triggering, and activation of not only light shows but video, non-lighting events, and much more.
8-universe eDMX to SPI controller with standalone FX, overdrive mode, and support for up to 16 universes of SPI output—all packed into a compact 4-module DIN-rail form.
Designed and made in Australia to withstand the harshest of environments, the ultimate flexible LED light fixture, offers hi-res performance and decorative appeal both indoors or out.
We are here to create the perfect solution to all of your lighting needs
Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you’d like any assistance with your upcoming projects, big or small. We’re always happy to help!
