FilmGear® Is Making A Splash at CineGear 2023!

FilmGear® is making a big splash at Cine Gear LA 2023! Throughout June 2-3, we‘ll be showcasing our newest lights at Paramount Studios, so you curious gaffers and cinematographers can get first-hand experience with these cutting-edge luminaires. If you’re interested in the shiny new toys, we’ve got you covered:

Zenith Power Panel

RGB Power Panel

  • TIR lenses and MCOB chips create focused, directional output without sacrificing intensity

  • IP65 rating for extreme environments

  • Sturdy build for rigorous productions

 

New and Improved Diffusion Panel

  • Now with up to 450W of R/G/B/W/CW LEDs

  • 95+ CRI/TLCI and higher per-watt CCT intensity

  • New standardized menus with major QoL improvements

RGB/Bi-Color Flexible Panel

  • Flexible and lightweight for easy rigging

  • 100W 2x1 panel or 50W 1x1 panel

  • Compact carrying case fits an arsenal of accessories for any situation

Our legendary lampheads, which have given FilmGear® its prestigious international reputation, will be making an appearance as well:

F-Series

HMI Faceted PARs

  • Clean field without sacrificing output

  • Robust build quality across entire family from F800 to F18k

  • VEAM connectors compatible with industry-standard ballasts

Tungsten and HMI Beam Projectors

  • Reinforced glass mirrors built to last

  • Twin lamp support with adjustable globe height

  • 18”, 24” or 36” faces including house power options

LED Fresnels

  • RGB and bi-color options up to 500W

  • >2000W tungsten equivalent without the heat

  • Silent fan controls for quiet sets

Max

LED Maxibrutes

  • MCOB LEDs with TIR lenses yields highly directional output

  • Individually controllable heads positioned for wide area coverage

  • Flippable diffusion and split columns for spread control

LED Space Lights

  • TIR lenses with longer throw for taller studios

  • Award-winning color accuracy and output

  • RGB and bi-color models to suit every use case

We’re over the moon about getting to show off are vast arsenal at this year’s CineGear, and we hope you will all make it out to see these lights in action! We’ll be giving away lots of goodies at our booth as well so bring your best boys (and girls) over and we’ll catch you all at CineGear 2023 on Stage 14, Booth S1437!

The New-School Maxibrute!

Since their introduction last year, FilmGear®'s RGB Max series of LED maxibrutes has skyrocketed in popularity, bringing the familiar look and feel of the tungsten maxi into the modern era. The Max series combines state-of-the-art LEDs and advanced optics for a true successor to the beloved tungsten lights of old, capable of outputting highly directional light in a broad-faced array of vivid color. From the compact Max 4C to the imposing Max 12C, the Max Family gives this old-school fixture a new-school spin.

Each of the individually controllable heads on the Max series features a kaleidoscopic array of multicolored gemstones—but those aren’t just for show. Each one is a specially designed TIR lens, which gives the light its signature tight and punchy 23º beam angle without sacrificing on output like a fresnel lens. Not only does this overcome a classic optical challenge faced by LEDs, but it also aces the LED color mixing issues that have irked detail-oriented gaffers for years.

Another major development towards improving color mixing lies in the Max series’ cutting-edge MCOB LEDs, which concentrate all of the output with minimal losses to heat. All of that comes together to mix focused white light that maintains an average 95+ CRI / 90+ TLCI throughout the entire 2700-10000K CCT range. These 4-in-1 RGBW chips deliver a brilliant blast of vivid color that simply can’t be matched by gelling tungsten, though the 300+ gel presets can certainly help match your other lights.

20+ Scene Modes including:

While the naked output of the Max series certainly puts the 'brute' in maxibrute, the accessories really makes this light shine! Dual-purpose reversible diffusers allow you to adjust each head’s beam angle as easily as slipping on scrims, instead of swapping out unwieldy PAR cans. The Max 4C can even be equipped with a skirt to transform it from a powerhouse maxibrute to a fashionable space light.

Whether you’re looking for a full-bodied wall of light or a racing police squad, the Max series is always ready to go moments after being pulled from your truck thanks to simple controls and complex optics. There really isn’t a light that can match the Max series’ versatility and power, so call us at 323-780-8880 to book a demo with FilmGear® or order your new favorite fixture.


And in case you haven’t heard, we’re having a special contest this month with a chance to win a free FilmGear® LED Mini Panel! Simply submit the best BTS pictures you can and send it to bts@filmgearusa.com for a chance to win the big prize!

Frequently Asked Questions on FilmGear® Aurora!

FilmGear®’s Aurora 400C is a valuable workhorse in the FilmGear® arsenal and, in an ever-growing market of 2x1 RGB LED panels, we naturally get a lot of questions on what makes ours stand out from the pack. In that regard, here are some of the most frequently asked questions we get from industry professionals regarding our powerhouse RGB panel.

Email info@filmgearusa.com or call us at 323-780-8880 with any further questions!

The Sun Sets on our End of Year Sale!

FilmGear’s End of Year Sale is coming to a close THIS FRIDAY so let’s recap all the jaw-dropping deals so you can take advantage before the week is out!

Beam projectors are hard enough to get your hands on, so FilmGear® is making it easier with 20% off of our entire Power Beam line. Between its reinforced glass mirror and dual lamp support, you won’t find another beam projector with this level of versatility, durability, and intensity. This week is your last chance to wield these beams at a discount!

But there are more deals on the table than just our Power Beams, as our legendary F-Series is also available at a 30% discount. Using reflectors tailored to each bulb’s arc, we’ve cleaned up the imperfections found in other PARs to create a must-have light that stands the test of time. Its longevity is cemented by the lamphead’s durable build that powers through even in the harshest conditions. See why this is one of the most popular lights at the best possible price!

Switching gears to LEDs, one of our most popular units is the Helios LED space light, a staple of most modern lighting rigs. This NAB Product of the Year award-winning light is armed with MCOB LED-chips and our very own TIR lenses. We designed these kaleidoscopic lenses to improve the throw of the light, allowing you to rig these space lights high up in the rafters without losing their punch. The Helios is 30% off until the sun sets on our End of Year Sale!

Throwing it back to the classics, our Daylight and Tungsten Fresnels are always ready to go without having to play around with menus and settings. These durable no-fuss lights are a timeless staple that lets you spend less time fine-tuning and more time filming. Whether you’re upgrading your fixtures or building your first fleet, don’t miss the opportunity to save up to 50% on Daylight and Tungsten Fresnels this season!

Keeping the flood going, FilmGear’s Tungsten Maxibrute gives you a ton of punch in a convenient thin frame: a true workhorse perfect for wide tracking shots and inconspicuous backlights. The state-of-the-art LED Maxibrute features an array of individually controlled RGB lampheads with our specially designed TIR lenses to deliver full HSI controls without sacrificing intensity or quality. FilmGear® Maxibrutes deliver the most output-per-dollar and are available now at 30% off!

Of course no FilmGear® sale would be complete without our LED Aurora panels and Apollo Fresnels. These sturdy LEDs are built to handle the harshest locations––even the back of your truck! The Aurora combines high-output with soft quality to create a flattering gleam that glamorizes your model or product, while the Apollo fuses LED’s versatility with a hard directional source for a blemish-free beam and stark shadows. Save 30% on our Aurora and up to 50% on our Apollo series for LED fixtures that are built to last!

We could go on and on about all the reasons to add FilmGear® lights to your holiday wishlist, but we’ll save you some time so you don’t miss out on deals up to 50% off your favorite lights:

Take advantage of our End of Year Sale by ordering now at sales@filmgearusa.com or call us at 323-780-8880 for more information! Stay tuned for more innovations and promotions in the new year; we’re excited to show you what we have in store!

The Future is Here with FilmGear LEDs

We’ve reached the penultimate week of our End of Year Sale, but there’s still time to save on all your favorite FilmGear® lights like our Aurora and Apollo series of LED panels and spots. These lights have become industry staples thanks to their efficiency and versatility, but FilmGear®’s LEDs bring a whole lot more durability to the table. Just like our tungsten and HMI workhorses, these lights are built tough, which means no more babysitting each and every LED.  That’s especially important when the sheer versatility of these lights often make them the first light off the truck and the last to get loaded back on.

The Aurora melds high output with soft quality to create a flattering gleam that glamorizes your model or product. The Aurora series comes in 1x1 200W and 2x1 400W, each in bi-color or with RGB mixing. Don’t be fooled by the Aurora’s low wattage, the R/G/B/WW/CW 400W Aurora delivers more output than a 2000W tungsten softlight, at a fraction of the power consumption!

Noir fans haven’t been left in the shadows, as the Apollo series comes equipped with a fresnel lens to fuse LED controllability with a hard directional source for a blemish free beam and stark shadows. The programmable Apollo RGB can even connect via wireless DMX so you adjust between HSI, CCT, and Gel modes without stemming down and use precise dimming to maintain color consistency at any intensity.  The Apollo combines the best of both worlds without sacrificing portability or output.

Aurora LED Series

  • Aurora 200B (Bi-Color)

  • Aurora 400B (Bi-Color)

  • Aurora 200C (RGBW/CW)

  • Aurora 400C (RGBW/CW)

Apollo LED Series

  • Apollo 150B (Bi-Color)

  • Apollo 150D/150T (Daylight or Tungsten)

  • Apollo 250D/250T (Daylight or Tungsten)

  • Apollo 300B (Bi-Color)

  • Apollo 500D/500T (Daylight or Tungsten)

  • Apollo 300C (RGB)

Take advantage of our End of Year Sale by saving 30% on Aurora and Apollo LEDs. Order now at sales@filmgearusa.com or call us at 323-780-8880 for more information!

Taking our End of Year Sale to the Max! Maxibrutes now 30% off!

It’s already the 5th week of our End of Year sale but there’s still time to save up to 30% on all your favorite FilmGear® fixtures. This week the spotlight is on our Max series of maxibrutes, in both traditional punchy tungsten and state-of-the-art LED models!

The simplicity of the maxibrute’s raw output and directional throw really shines when you need to hastily light a sprawling exterior or inconspicuously add a distant backlight. When factoring in their extreme affordability, the maxibrute delivers some of the highest bang for your buck. But don’t let that budget-friendly pricing fool you: these large-faced lights earn their spots in even the most esteemed films, such as 1917. In one of the most spectacular shots of cinema history, Roger Deakins uses dozens of maxis to create the stunning illusion of an entire tower engulfed in flames.

While not quite as simplistic in design, FilmGear®’s new LED maxibrute takes the tried and true formula of large-faced, punchy output and tacks on the efficiency and flexibility of our custom RGBW LEDs. These state-of-the-art fixtures feature 4-in-1 MCOB LED chips paired with our own optimized TIR lenses to deliver a powerful blast of color at just a fraction of the power consumption. While their tungsten predecessors will always have their place, the LED Max series is taking the next generation of maxibrutes to greater heights than ever before.

Tungsten Maxibrutes

  • Tungsten Maxibrute 24

  • Tungsten Maxibrute 12

  • Tungsten Maxibrute 9

  • Tungsten Maxibrute 6

LED Maxibrute

  • Max 12C

  • Max 9C

  • Max 6C

  • Max 4C

Take advantage of this End of Year Sale by saving 30% on your maxibrutes. Order now at info@filmgearusa.com or call us at 323-780-8880 for more information!

Gotta Love the Classics! FilmGear®’s Fresnels at a Discount!

The new year may almost be upon us, but FilmGear® is still here to bring you the classics, with 50% off of our Tungsten Fresnels up to 5k, 15% off of our 12k and 24k Tungsten models, and 30% off our Daylight Fresnels. All of which feature the Fresnel lenses that produce the smooth light quality and sharp shadows to give you that noire-esque look without any hassle!

The simple reliability of Tungsten Fresnels has helped them remain a staple of film lighting for generations. Beyond its warm autumnal output that’s easy to shape or bounce, these fixtures also boast a simple plug-and-play design that’s durable and dependable. After all, sometimes you need a lamphead that you can just switch on without having to worry about ballasts, warm-up time, flickering arcs, or unwanted noise. And without the hum of their daylight and LED counterparts, our flicker-free Tungsten Fresnels are whisper-quiet and sure to earn your sound recordist’s gratitude.

The Daylight Fresnels, on the other hand, still provide those same sharp and clean shadows but with the added output of HMI. This light’s gorgeous, blemish-free field disguises the rugged workhorse beneath, with an exterior durable enough to match its tungsten counterparts. The industry-standard VEAM pinout also guarantees you won’t have any compatibility problems hooking up to your electronic ballasts.

It’s clear to see why Fresnels have stood the test of time, so take advantage of this End of Year Sale by saving 50% off of Tungsten Fresnels up to 5kW, 15% off for 12k and 24k Tungsten Fresnels, and 30% off of our Daylight Fresnel line to get the job done without any fuss!

Daylight

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 18/12kW DE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 12000W SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 9/6kW SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 6000W SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 4000W SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 4/2.5kW SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 2500W SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 1.8/1.2kW SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 1200W SE

  • FilmGear® Daylight Fresnel 575W SE

Tungsten

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 24/20kW Studio

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 12/10kW Studio

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 5kW Studio

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 5kW Junior

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 2kW Studio

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 2kW Junior

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 1kW Studio

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 1kW Junior

  • FilmGear® Tungsten Fresnel 650W Junior

Order now at info@filmgearusa.com or call us at 323-780-8880 for more information!

Brace for the Impending Invasion! FilmGear®'s Helios Space Lights now 30% off!

Week 3 of our End of Year sale brings us one of our most in-demand lights: our award-winning Helios series of LED space lights are available at 30% off, so now is the best time to add the Helios to your arsenal.

Off the success of the bi-color H700B model’s award-winning performance at NAB 2019, we added the smaller H500B for smaller studios that wanted the same reliable 95+ CRI and TLCI, but didn’t need the H700B’s intense throw. We also developed the RGBW H700C to spice up studios with a cascade of overhead color. Today, you can see hundreds of our Helios space lights lining the rafters of stages all over North America, like SCS, where they’ve been used to light shows like Goliath and films like Mulan.

With a powerful yet soft output and renowned color accuracy, the Helios series is perfect for any scene. The bi-color unit ranges from 2700K-6000K while the RGB models provide precise HSI controls that can match your swatchbook at any intensity. Scenic controls easily simulate dynamic environments whether you’re using presets like police vehicles, welding sparks, or flashing lightning, or programming something completely new. Additionally, the CCT controls take all the guesswork out of lighting your green screen, making the Helios models the perfect fixtures for evenly filling an infinity room setup.

With the efficiency of FilmGear®’s LEDs, a single H700B outputs the equivalent of a 6kW tungsten space light, while allowing you to daisy chain a few of the 720W on the same circuit. To further simplify cable dressing, you also have the ability to cut the control cable entirely with the H700C and H1100C. Industry-standard wireless DMX, CRMX, and Bluetooth connectivity remove the shackles from modern filmmakers, empowering them to move freely with an entire fleet of Helios at their beck and call.

With a thin, lightweight frame, this fixture hangs easily in any size studio, while the yoke mount and softbox attachments allow it to double as a powerful LED skypan. When used in conjunction with its impressive range of controls and programmable effects, the Helios delivers unmatched functionality and flexibility to create an unparalleled atmosphere.

Take advantage of this End of Year Sale by saving 30% on your new Helios space lights. Order now at info@filmgearusa.com or call us at 323-780-8880 for more information!

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