The Mighty Martin Machine

Martin by Harman has been very busy over the past year releasing a large number of new and innovative products.  Many, such as the MAC Encore series have already become industry standards used around the world on countless productions.  The Martin development team is continuing to create exciting new products, several of which will debut at LDI 2018.

Looking back over the last 365 days, it is easy to see that Martin is expanding in multiple professional lighting markets.  See below for descriptions of these newly released products.  All the products listed will also be available for demos at LDI 2018 in room N253.

Martin MAC Encore Performance
The MAC Encore Performance has raised the bar for LED-based key lighting automated luminaires.  With an emphasis on perfection, the MAC Encore Performance is widely used on Broadway, theatre, corporate events, television, and more.  With two color temperature engines to choose from, the MAC Encore is the ultimate fixture for stage and studio.

Martin MAC Encore Wash

A perfect compliment to the performance model, the MAC Encore Wash utilizes a Fresnel lens (or optional PC lens) to provide the smoothest wash possible.  The wash includes same high quality light engine, optics, and color mixing as the performance, as well as an internal barn door system.


Martin RUSH MH 10 Beam FX

This fun beam fixture produces a tight 4 degree LED beam with RGBW emitters.  Plus there is a pixel-mappable ring of RGB LEDs around the primary lens.  Added bonuses include continuous pan and tilt and detailed macro functions.


Martin RUSH MH 11 Beam

As the only new Martin lighting fixture that is not LED based, the MH 11 Beam provides an intense, narrow beam combined with fixed and rotating gobos, prism, frost, and more.


Martin RUSH BLINDER 1 WW

This focusable blinder unit utilizes 100W COB warm white LEDs with a 70 degree beam spread.  Individual control of the four LEDs allows for interesting effects or direct output.

 
Martin RUSH BATTEN 1 HEX

The RUSH BATTEN 1 HEX is is an ultra-bright 12-cell batten color + UV wash fixture with full pixel control. Featuring 12 watt RGBAW+UV 6-in-1 LEDs, it provides intense light for color, white, or blacklight applications.

Martin RUSH PAR 3 RGB

This small and light weight unit outputs a range of vibrant colors from its single lens and RGB engine.  The included magnetic lens changes the beam angle from 80 degrees to 14 degrees.


Martin RUSH PAR 4 UV

Ultraviolet effects are fun in a variety of applications and the RUSH PAR 4 UV is a perfect tool for these jobs.  The single lens unit outputs at 400nm for a pure and consistent UV look.


Martin RUSH CS Series

The RUSH CS Series is a cove lighting system based on RGB LEDs.  The various models and sizes are ideal to illuminate interior walls and other indoor spaces.  The units are available in both wide and graze options in varying lengths


Martin VDO Fatron

Achieve larger and more dynamic video mapping looks with the VDO Fatron.  The four rows of 20mm pixel pitch on this LED video batten blend perfectly with other VDO products.


Martin VDO Dotron

The VDO Dotron can be controlled by Martin P3 or via DMX to allow creative pixels to appear anywhere desired.  A wide variety of lenses and diffusers provide a wealth of different looks.


Martin JEM Glaciator Dynamic

The newest version of the industry standard for low lying fog, the JEM Glaciator Dynamic is smaller, quieter, and capable of taking low lying fog to more places.

Learn more about all these great products from Martin by Harman on the official Martin website or visit us at LDI 2018 to see these products and more!  We even have a free badge available here.

Martin Atmospheric Effects for Any Stage

Stage productions have many different technical elements including audio, lighting, video, and atmospheric effects.  Harman has several brands that incorporate these various elements, with Martin by Harman providing many options for atmospheric effects.

Smoke effects have been documented in stage presentations dating back to the Globe Theatre in the early 1600s.  Of course many things have changed since that time, and now Martin offers three unique types of atmospheric effect products.  The proper atmospheric effect and fluid should be selected depending on the desired look on stage: Fog, Haze, or Low-Fog.


Fog
The creation of a thick cloud that looks like smoke is typically the duty of a fog machine.  Smoke is created by the burning of a substance, while fog is created by the heating of a fluid to create a vaporized cloud. 

Fog machines use specific fluids that allow can alter the fog behavior.  For instance, a quick dissipating fluid will create a cloud that disappears rather rapidly.  This is ideal for a stage illusion or burst effect.  Standard fluid may linger on stage longer and be better for the replication of smoke from a chimney, engine, or other device.  High Density fluid creates thicker clouds and is best for heavy puffs that are not very translucent.

Martin has quite as extensive range of fog machines available to fit various budgets and stage needs.  All include both manual and DMX control options, as well as the ability to adjust the volume (or thickness) of the fog and the duration of emission time.

Haze

The very nature of light allows it to only be seen when it illuminates a surface.  For this reason, many productions make use of atmospheric haze to reveal the beams of light in the air.  A haze machine will create a fine "mist" in the air that can persist for long periods of time.  Only specially developed haze fluid should should be used with these type of products.

Some haze machines will simply have an on/off function.  Others provide adjustment of the haze density, and even a fan to control the velocity at which the haze leaves the machine.

Low-Fog
Low-fog machines are similar to a standard fog machine in terms of the type of clouds they produce.  However, the difference is that the fog is rapidly cooled so that it remains close to the ground.  This cooling can be achieve via a variety of methods, some utilizing dry ice or industrial gasses.  Other low-fog machines such as the Martin Glaciator contain internal chillers for the simplest low-fog creation.

Just like a standard fog machine, low-fog machines have various fluid types available to provide different densities and duration of the low-fog.

Fluids

It is essential to always use ONLY the recommended fluid for a specific atmospheric product.  Utilizing the wrong fluid can not only damage the machine, but it can also lead to safety and health problems.  To determine which Martin fluids are compatible with which machines, refer to this chart.

Martin has also created a universal cleaning fluid that should be a part of any atmospheric machine maintenance routine.  Martin Clean & Storage Fluid is specially designed for optimizing performance while providing longevity of any effect machine. The use of this advanced preventative maintenance fluid on a regular basis reduces clogging and further extends the life of Martin atmospheric effect machines.

Create Your Atmosphere
Productions require different types of atmospheric effects and Martin has a complete product line of options to choose from.  Selecting the correct model of machine and fluid is essential to a successful production.