HARMAN Professional Solutions has launched the Martin MAC One Beam, an ultra-compact beam moving head designed to deliver tight, high-intensity beams and captivating eye-candy effects in a compact, lightweight form without weight, size, or budget constraints.
At its core sits an automotive-grade LILI (Laser Illuminated Lighting Instrument) engine, engineered for precision and reliability. This compact light source produces an exceptionally sharp beam with an intensity of approximately 7 million candela — more than enough for bold aerial effects in live performance, broadcast, and event environments. MAC One Beam’s optimised output addresses growing industry concerns around eye safety, offering a responsible balance of performance and protection.
MAC One Beam excels in three key areas. First, its razor-sharp beam and fast CMY colour mixing deliver dynamic, high-contrast effects with snappy responsiveness. Second, its compact footprint and sub-5kg weight allow dense fixture deployment, unlocking bold looks while reducing transport costs and rigging complexity. Third, a mesmerising three-dimensional backlight effect — featuring individually controllable light guides behind a bold 120 mm lens — adds visual depth and stage presence, even when the beam is idle.
Designed for versatility, MAC One Beam integrates seamlessly with its sibling, the MAC One wash fixture, using a unified ecosystem of rigging accessories, including the MAC One Fourbar and VDO Grid Mount System. This compatibility empowers designers to mix fixture types freely — combining beam and wash functionality within the same rig, layout, or flightcase — without sacrificing efficiency or cohesion.
“When we set out to design the MAC One Beam, our goal was simple: give lighting designers a compact and versatile fixture that sparks creativity without adding complexity,” said Wouter Verlinden, Product Manager for Creative LED, Lighting & Control, HARMAN Professional Solutions. “It was also built for stunning eye-candy effects. We can’t wait to see what fresh designs it will inspire for stages, studios, and live events.”
