ChamSys MagicQ Compact Mini Connect Lighting Console

Product Overview

The ChamSys MagicQ Compact Mini Connect is a USB-powered lighting control surface that pairs physical playback hardware with the free MagicQ software running on Windows, macOS, or Linux. It delivers 10 fader playbacks, a dedicated Grand Master, and a direct DMX512 output supporting RDM in a portable chassis. An onboard network port outputs up to 64 universes of ArtNet and sACN, making this MagicQ lighting console suitable for shows of any size. The unit ships with a lightweight durable case and a USB-A to USB-C cable.

Product Description

The MagicQ Compact Mini Connect turns a laptop or desktop into a full lighting, media, and LED control center when connected to a USB 3.0 or higher port. Live show operation is handled from 10 playback faders with Flash, Go, and Select buttons, plus a dedicated Grand Master fader for overall intensity. The control surface drives one direct DMX512 output with RDM support, while the integrated network port distributes up to 64 universes over ArtNet and sACN to remote nodes. Within MagicQ, the system addresses up to 32,768 DMX channels and 32,768 fixtures, with capacity for 5,000 cues, 2,000 cue stacks, 5,000 groups, and 4,096 palettes.

Media playback is covered with support for up to 50 media server layers. A Kensington security lock slot allows the surface to be secured in fixed installations. Because the console runs the same MagicQ software as larger ChamSys consoles, it also serves as a cost-effective backup control surface for existing MagicQ rigs. The free MagicQ software is supported on Windows 8.1 or higher, macOS 10.13 or higher, and Linux.

Key Features

• 10 Fader Playbacks — Ten playback faders with Flash, Go, and Select buttons provide hands-on cue and cue stack control.
• Dedicated Grand Master — A separate Grand Master fader sets overall output intensity independently of playbacks.
• Direct DMX512 Output with RDM — One direct DMX output supports RDM for device discovery and configuration.
• 64 Universes ArtNet / sACN — The onboard network port outputs up to 64 universes over ArtNet and sACN.
• USB-C Powered — The surface draws power from a USB 3.0 or higher port via USB-C, with no external supply required.
• Free MagicQ Software — Runs the full MagicQ control software at no additional license cost on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
• High Channel Capacity — Addresses up to 32,768 DMX channels and 32,768 fixtures.
• Kensington Lock Slot — A security lock fixing helps protect the surface in installed applications.
• Included Case and Cable — Ships with a lightweight durable carrying case and a USB-A to USB-C cable.

Typical Applications

• Theatres — Hands-on playback control for cue-based theatrical productions.
• Live Venues and Clubs — Portable control for nightclub and small-venue lighting rigs.
• Fixed Installations — Kensington-secured control surface for permanent install environments.
• Touring Backup — Cost-effective backup console for operators of larger MagicQ rigs.

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the MagicQ Compact Mini Connect need a separate power supply?
No. The control surface is USB powered and must be connected to a USB 3.0 or higher port using the included USB-A to USB-C cable.

How many DMX universes can the Compact Mini Connect output?
It outputs up to 64 universes of ArtNet and sACN through its onboard network port, plus one direct DMX512 output.

Does the direct DMX output support RDM?
Yes. The single direct DMX512 output supports RDM for remote device management.

What operating systems does the MagicQ software support?
The free MagicQ software runs on Windows 8.1 or higher, macOS 10.13 or higher, and Linux.

Can this console serve as a backup for a larger MagicQ console?
Yes. Because it runs the same MagicQ software, it functions as a cost-effective backup control surface for larger MagicQ rigs.

How many media server layers does it support?
The system supports up to 50 media server layers, each with different content.