What was the inspiration behind the creation of the Infinity CHIMP G3?
The idea was to create a next-generation lighting console that remains true to the philosophy that made Infinity CHIMP DMX consoles successful in the first place: accessibility, speed, and intuitive operation. Rather than designing a console around prestige or complexity, we focussed on the people who use it every day – lighting operators, programmers, designers, educators, and technicians. The CHIMP G3 Core was developed as a completely renewed platform, with new hardware and software built from the ground up. Our goal was to provide a compact yet highly capable console that feels instantly familiar to existing CHIMP users while offering the performance, flexibility, and creative tools that modern productions demand. In many ways, it is the evolution of everything we’ve learned from thousands of shows and years of user feedback.
What challenges did you face in bringing this product to the market?
One of the biggest challenges was balancing innovation with familiarity. We wanted to create an entirely new platform with modern hardware without alienating the existing CHIMP user base. The hardware architecture, processing platform, and software engine were completely rebuilt, but we also wanted operators to sit down behind a CHIMP G3 console and immediately understand how it works. Another challenge was ergonomics. During development, we invested a lot of time studying how operators physically interact with a console. Things like button spacing, key shapes, actuation force, and working angles became critical design elements. It sounds simple, but those details have a huge impact during long programming sessions. We overcame these challenges by working with lighting designers, programmers, beta testers, and the wider CHIMP community. Throughout the development process, feedback was constantly reviewed and implemented. The result is a platform that combines technical innovation with practical usability.
How much influence did touring programmers and lighting designers have with the design?
A tremendous amount. From the beginning, CHIMP G3 was developed with direct involvement from professional users. Touring programmers, lighting designers, and operators helped shape both the software and hardware experience. Features such as the filtering engine, colour tools, customisable workspaces, executor handling, and workflow refinements were all heavily influenced by real-world feedback. Many lighting professionals provided practical insight into how consoles are used under pressure in touring, festival, theatre, and television environments. Rather than making assumptions, we asked operators what slowed them down, what they wanted improved, and what tools would genuinely make their jobs easier. That collaboration is visible throughout the entire platform.
How does this console meet the demands of modern touring productions?
Modern productions require flexibility, processing power, and reliability, and those were key priorities throughout development. The CHIMP G3 Core combines a powerful CPU and GPU platform with support for up to 65 DMX universes, integrated LumenRadio wireless DMX, free-patchable DMX outputs, and extensive connectivity options. It is equally comfortable controlling a theatre production, a corporate event, or a touring festival system. The software has also been designed around modern workflows. Features such as dynamic pools, advanced filtering, drag-and-drop cue management, colour calibration, multi-touch operation, and configurable screen layouts enable programmers to work faster and more efficiently. CHIMP G3 Core is built to handle the complexity of modern productions while remaining intuitive and easy to operate.
What has the response been like since introducing the console to the market?
The response has been extremely positive. Many existing CHIMP users immediately recognise the familiar workflow and logic, which gives them confidence when approaching the new platform. At the same time, people have been impressed by the completely renewed hardware, the flexibility of the software, and the level of attention given to workflow optimisation. Particularly strong reactions have been received regarding the customisable user interface, the advanced filtering system, the visual FX engine, and the improved ergonomics of the control surface. The industry clearly recognises that CHIMP G3 is not simply an update, but a genuine next-generation platform, and we’re thrilled about that.
How can people get hands-on with the CHIMP G3 Core?
Request a personal demonstration through Infinity or your local Infinity dealer. Those interested can also keep an eye on upcoming tradeshows, training sessions, dealer events, and CHIMP Academy activities, where hands-on demonstrations and training opportunities will be available. For the latest information about demonstrations, product availability, tutorials, and events, visit the CHIMP G3 landing page, follow @infinity.lighting on social media, or contact your local Highlite International representative. Nothing replaces sitting behind the console yourself. Once you experience the workflow, responsiveness, and flexibility of CHIMP G3 firsthand, you’ll immediately understand what makes this generation different.
Words: CHIMP G3 Product Manager, Wesley Houben
Photo: Highlite International
