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ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium

200 Universe Lighting Console

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Flagship Lighting Console for Arena & Touring Shows

ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium is an ultra-powerful lighting control console built for the world’s most demanding productions. Designed for stadiums, festivals, tours, and broadcast environments, it supports up to 200 DMX universes directly from the console—no external processors required.

ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium Competitive Differences

  • 200 universes direct from console—no external nodes or wings needed
  • Dual 15" HD multi-touch displays with gesture support and adjustable tilt

ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium Description

The MQ500 Stadium is ChamSys’ top-tier console, engineered for the highest levels of show control. With support for up to 200 universes via onboard processing, it offers immense power in a single self-contained system. Its dual 15" high-resolution touchscreens support multi-touch gestures, offering a fast, fluid interface for programming and playback. A total of 42 playbacks—including 15 fader playbacks, 15 executor buttons, and 12 multipurpose keys—enable advanced cue stacking, macros, palette triggering, and live busking with exceptional flexibility. An onboard 4-port network switch supports ArtNet and sACN output, and 4 DMX ports with RDM capability provide direct connectivity for fixtures. For advanced pre-visualisation, the console comes with integrated MagicVis 3D visualiser, supporting high-quality beam and gobo rendering. The MQ500 Stadium is ideal for large-scale, complex shows that demand absolute reliability and deep functionality, from concert tours and festivals to broadcast events and corporate spectaculars.

Model Features

  • Supports 200 universes direct from console (no external processors)
  • Dual 15" HD multi-touch displays with adjustable tilt
  • 42 playbacks: 15 fader, 15 executor, 12 macro/execute keys
  • Built-in MagicVis 3D visualiser for pre-programming
  • 4 DMX outputs with RDM support
  • 4-port Ethernet switch (ArtNet/sACN/Pathport)
  • Dedicated intensity wheel and 100mm split crossfaders
  • Compatible with MagicQ Stadium Wing for expanded control

Model Specifications

  • Universes Supported: 200 (Direct)
  • Max DMX Channels: 102,400
  • Max Fixtures Supported: 102,400
  • Cue Stacks: 2000
  • Cues: 5000
  • Groups: 5000
  • Palettes: 4096
  • Media Server Layers: 50
  • DMX Outputs: 4 x 5-pin XLR (RDM-capable)
  • Network Ports: 4 (via internal switch)
  • Touchscreens: 2 x 15” HD Multi-Touch
  • Playbacks: 42 total (15 fader, 15 executor, 12 multi-function)
  • Crossfade Faders: 2 x 100mm
  • Intensity Wheel: 1
  • Visualiser: Integrated MagicVis 3D with beam/gobo rendering

What's In The Box

  • ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium Console
  • Flight Case
  • Dual Colour Desk Light
  • IEC or Neutrik power cable (varies by region)
  • Dust Cover

Cham Sys CHAMMQ500200WITHCASE (ChamSys Magic Q MQ-500)

Brand ChamSys
Name ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium
Primary Category Lighting Console

Connectivity Protocols ArtNet, sACN, RDM

Control Interfaces 15 fader playbacks, 15 executor buttons, 12 multipurpose keys, dedicated intensity wheel, 2 x 100mm split crossfaders
Screen / Display Dual 15" HD multi-touch displays with adjustable tilt

DMX Universes Supported 200
Playback Media 42 total (15 fader, 15 executor, 12 multi-function)

Included Accessories Flight case, dual colour desk light, IEC or Neutrik power cable, dust cover

Warranty Length Not specified years

Ideal for large-scale, complex lighting shows requiring high reliability and deep functionality. Supports 200 DMX universes directly without external processors, making it a powerful all-in-one solution for stadiums, festivals, tours, and broadcast events.

The MQ500 Stadium processes up to 200 DMX universes onboard, eliminating the need for external nodes. Its dual 15" multi-touch screens provide an intuitive interface for programming and playback, while 42 playbacks and dedicated controls enable flexible live show control. Integrated MagicVis 3D visualiser assists with pre-visualisation and programming.

The console's ability to support 200 universes directly from a single unit without external processors, combined with dual high-resolution multi-touch displays and integrated MagicVis 3D visualiser, sets it apart as a top-tier solution for demanding large-scale productions.

Supports 200 universes direct from console without external processors; Dual 15" HD multi-touch displays with adjustable tilt; 42 playbacks including 15 fader, 15 executor, and 12 multi-function keys; Built-in MagicVis 3D visualiser; 4 DMX outputs with RDM support; 4-port Ethernet switch supporting ArtNet, sACN, and Pathport; Dedicated intensity wheel and 100mm split crossfaders; Compatible with MagicQ Stadium Wing for expanded control.

Universes Supported: 200 (Direct); Max DMX Channels: 102,400; Max Fixtures Supported: 102,400; Cue Stacks: 2000; Cues: 5000; Groups: 5000; Palettes: 4096; Media Server Layers: 50; DMX Outputs: 4 x 5-pin XLR (RDM-capable); Network Ports: 4 (internal switch); Touchscreens: 2 x 15" HD Multi-Touch; Playbacks: 42 total (15 fader, 15 executor, 12 multi-function); Crossfade Faders: 2 x 100mm; Intensity Wheel: 1; Visualiser: Integrated MagicVis 3D with beam/gobo rendering.

ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium Console, Flight Case, Dual Colour Desk Light, IEC or Neutrik Power Cable (varies by region), Dust Cover.

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LIGHTS & VISUAL > Controllers & Accessories > DMX Controllers
UPC: 781462220068
Brand: ChamSys
ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium | 200 Universe Lighting Console | Dual 15in Touchscreens & 42 Playbacks
ChamSys MagicQ MQ500 Stadium | 200 Universe Lighti...
$41,825.00