Aputure, Godox, Double Rainbow, and TP4R LED Tube Lights
Aputure, Godox, Double Rainbow, and TP4R LED Tube Lights
Lighting is an important part of creating high-quality visual content. Light tubes are versatile and can be used in a variety of ways to add depth to your shots or set.
Look for a light tube with a CRI of at least 80 or higher to ensure that your colors appear accurate in your photos and footage. Also, check for a light tube that is dimmable.
The Aputure MT Pro 1’ RGBWW LED MINI Tube Light
Aputure’s MT Pro is a full-color mini LED tube light packed with professional features that stand out in a crowded space. Among those features is industry-leading pixel density packing 36 ultra-fine RGBWW pixels into its compact 1-foot frame. As a result, the MT Pro is capable of producing smooth pixel chases and effects with high-speed transitions between pixels.
The MT Pro also offers built-in lighting FX including System FX (including Manual FX, Magic Program, and System FX), Picker FX, Music FX, and Pixel FX along with standard critical color controls and a wide kelvin temperature range of 2000 to 10,000K. Plus, it led light bulbs comes with a built-in rechargeable battery that can operate the light at its 7.5W max output for 120 minutes.
In terms of control, the MT Pro integrates with Aputure’s Lumen Radio CRMX wireless communications technology and supports wired DMX via a USB-C to 5-Pin XLR Adapter sold separately. It also features a pair of 1/4 20 inch screw mounts and a collapsible 45deg grid to support its versatile use across any shooting environment.
The MT Pro also offers Bluetooth connectivity through the Sidus Link mobile app that’s compatible with most Aputure products. Through this, you can easily fine-tune the output, select your color with pinpoint accuracy, and access a variety of lighting FX including the nine built-in System FX, seven SidusPro FX, and nine Pixel FX.
The Quasar Science Double Rainbow 50W Linear RGBX LED Light
Double Rainbow is a 2’ RGBX linear LED light with a range of output options to create incredible lighting effects for still photography and video-based content. The lights are passively cooled for quiet operation and feature high CRI, TLCI, and SSI ratings for excellent color rendering and skin tones. The unique RGBX Spectral Science Color Engine produces a choice of one billion colors, mapped in the perceptually uniform CIE 1976 chromaticity space for intuitive color control.
This LED fixture can be used in a number of different configurations, including as an accent, fill, or key. The built-in control panel offers a variety of settings for controlling intensity, color, and effect parameters. The light can also be controlled via DMX, with a dedicated DMX port that allows for wired or wireless networking.
The Ossium Mounting System is integrated into the design of the Double Rainbow, allowing users to quickly and efficiently rig the light using industry-standard hardware. The Double Rainbow can be powered by AC or V-Mount batteries, with an optional power supply for plugging into mains power.
The included rotator is a handy accessory for rigging the Double Rainbow in tight spaces. It allows you to turn any ferrous metal surface into a rigging point, perfect for warehouses and sound stages. The rotator can be mounted to the rail, slider, or battery plate and offers two swivel points on separate axes.
The Godox TL120 RGB Tube Light
Godox’s TL120 RGB tube light builds on their TL30 and TL60 LED lights, combining the tube light best of both into a powerful yet portable fixture. It offers advanced colour controls (RGB, HSI, CCT, Gel, FX) for maximum creative options. It can be controlled wirelessly through the Godox Light app (iOS & Android), a Godox 2.4 GHz remote control, or hardwired with DMX.
It features a built-in rechargeable battery that can provide filmmakers with around 2.5 hours of continuous use at full power. Its package comes with a mains power adapter for continued usage after charging. It can also be controlled via DMX with the option to operate multiple units simultaneously, making it ideal for larger video productions or broadcasting.
Featuring 39 different special effects, this RGB LED video light is designed to unleash creativity for all photographers. Its effects can be configured to simulate various lighting scenarios such as police car lights, fire, candlelight, lightning, TV sets and fireworks.
The TL120’s RGB effect modes can be adjusted in terms of speed and brightness, giving users the ability to create their own custom presets. This makes the TL120 even more versatile than other similar LED tube lights on the market. The light is also equipped with a grid to help directors direct the light and avoid unwanted spill onto other elements on set.
The Godox TP4R 64W RGBWW LED Pixel Tube Light
The Godox TP4R Pixel Tube Light offers the flexibility of an RGB LED tube light with the addition of pixel effects. It features a wide range of color controls including CCT, Gel, HSI, and more. Additionally, it comes with a set of accessories including 2’, 4’ and 8-light brackets, modifiers to control shape and spill, and floor stands.
With a CCT range of 2000K to 10000K and a hue adjustment from 0deg to 360deg, millions of colors are available at your fingertips. Furthermore, with a variety of control options including Wired DMX, Wireless CRMX, and LumenRadio compatibility, the TP series is able to seamlessly integrate into any existing professional lighting pipeline with ease.
In addition to standard Lighting FX, the TP series also features 17 built-in special effects such as Police car lights, Flashing TV, Fire, Candlelight, Broken Bulb, and more. Three of these are Pixel Effects, which add even more dynamic lighting scenarios that can be performed with the light.
This model is compatible with a variety of third-party controllers, such as the Godox Light App, Blackout, and MadMapper. The CB77 Carrying Case for TP4R Pixel Tube Light provides a durable storage and transportation solution. It securely stores four TP4R lights and the related power adapters, cords, clamps, and safety cables. It also has heavy-duty latches to ensure that the contents remain secure and protected from the elements.
