Compact Lighting Console with Touchscreen
ChamSys MagicQ MQ50 is a full-featured, compact lighting console designed for small to medium-sized venues, including theatres, schools, clubs, and houses of worship. It offers powerful control in a quiet, compact chassis—making it ideal for installations and live events where space and simplicity are key.
ChamSys MagicQ MQ50 Competitive Differences
- 8 universes directly from the console via ArtNet, sACN, or Pathport
- Built-in Wi-Fi for remote focus app control—no external router needed
ChamSys MagicQ MQ50 Description
The
MQ50 delivers professional-grade lighting control in a portable and easy-to-use console. Its high-resolution 10.1" multi-touch display provides intuitive access to programming and playback functions, while the 10 cue stack playbacks offer flexibility for live performance control.
This model supports 8 universes natively without additional hardware, with 4 assignable 5-pin DMX outputs that support RDM. Built-in Wi-Fi allows for quick pairing with the MagicQ Remote app, providing wireless access to show programming and fixture focusing.
Despite its compact footprint, the MQ50 includes 8 rotary encoders for attribute control, HDMI output for external monitors, and multiple USB ports for show backup and peripheral devices. The console runs ChamSys' industry-standard MagicQ software and is compatible with MagicVis and MagicHD, allowing for complete visualisation and media playback integration.
The MQ50 is completely silent with no internal fan, making it a perfect fit for theatres and noise-sensitive environments. It supports all MagicQ file formats, ensuring a smooth upgrade path across the ChamSys ecosystem.
Model Features
- 10.1" HD multi-touch display
- 10 cue stack playback faders
- 4 DMX outputs with RDM support
- 8 universes direct from console (ArtNet/sACN/Pathport)
- Built-in Wi-Fi for MagicQ Remote app
- 8 rotary encoders for fixture attribute control
- External monitor support up to 1920×1200 (HDMI)
- Silent operation with fanless design
Model Specifications
- Universes Supported: 8
- Max DMX Channels: 4096
- Max Fixtures Supported: 4096
- Max Cues: 5000
- Cue Stacks: 2000
- Max Groups: 5000
- Palettes: 4096
- Media Server Layers: 50
- DMX Outputs: 4 x 5-pin XLR (assignable)
- Network Port: 1
- USB Ports: 5
- Audio Input: 1 (7-band)
- Audio Output: Yes
- MIDI Ports: 1 In, 1 Out (Notes Only)
- Power Input: Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 (110–240V AC)
- Power Consumption: Max 35W
- Console Dimensions: 20.6 x 13.7 x 2.3 in (525 x 350 x 60 mm)
- Console Weight: 15.4 lb (7 kg)
- Boxed Dimensions: 26.7 x 11.4 x 19.6 in (680 x 290 x 500 mm)
- Boxed Weight: 22 lb (10 kg)
- Flightcase Dimensions: 23.6 x 7.95 x 16.5 in (600 x 202 x 421 mm)
- Flightcase Weight: 37.4 lb (17 kg)
What's In The Box
- ChamSys MagicQ MQ50 Console
- Dual Colour Desk Light
- Dust Cover
- Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 Power Cable
Chamsys CHAMMQ50
(ChamSys mq50)