NAM STUDIOS EQUIPMENT ADVERT I SEMENT FE ATURE .
LOCATION INNOVATION Thanks to the latest NAM range of LED fixtures, using lighting away from a studio setting is now easier and safer than ever – from panels to tube lights, and much more
REAL-WORLD FILMING Lighting on location has come a long way since the days of the seventies, when 800w Tungsten Redheads were the go-to choice. These were bright, didn’t weigh too much and had a small amount of focus. They lost most of their power through heat dissipation, and on many occasions we ended up with burnt fingers. The NAM Bolangte F series now offers much more functionality in an even smaller package. Still lightweight, you have the choice of 50w or 80w versions – equivalent to around 350w and 540w in Tungsten. The ability to focus is very useful, and the built-in dimmer prevents the need to reposition the light. One of the main benefits is the ability to power the lights using V-Lock batteries, perfect for location shooting. The range starts at £199, plus VAT, for the FC-500D. HARD OR SOFT LIGHTING? A small light source generally means a hard light, while a larger light source is usually soft. But is this true of the modern LED offerings today?
As a lighting supplier, Acebil has developed a portfolio of LED fixtures that cross the boundaries of traditional description. An example is the Bi Colour GP4000S. Unique in its class, weighing only 8kg, the GP4000S provides 220w of power, and can be charged by V-Lock battery. It has a massive colour temperature range of 2700-7000K, and built-in wireless control, too. In the package, there is a barn door set and reflective hood. This is a really powerful semi-soft light at only £582.50, plus VAT. COLOUR CREATIVITY The increase in popularity of tube lights has led to some incredible developments: the NAM RGBW Tube Light is a feature-rich example. It is colour-tunable with both CCT and HSI modes, and magenta and green tuning. RGBW colour mixing is at its core, with many built-in effects such as candle, TV and cop car. It has strong magnets for easy placement, a 1/4-inch mounting point, and can be controlled wirelessly from a free phone app. The range starts at £140, plus VAT.
BRIGHT FUTURE The NAM range includes lots of full-colour RGBW options in many different types of fixture. All offer fantastic performance and incredible value for money at a range of price points
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