ChamSys MagicQ MQ70 Compact Console

Product Overview

The ChamSys MagicQ MQ70 Compact Console is a small, lightweight lighting control console built for portable deployment in theatre, broadcast, and corporate production. This compact lighting console fits within the hand-luggage carry-on restrictions of major budget airlines, making it practical for travelling programmers and touring crews. It supports 24 universes direct from the console, expandable to 48, over Art-Net and sACN, with four assignable DMX ports supporting RDM. Silent, fanless operation makes the MQ70 well suited to theatres and quiet conference room or broadcast environments.

Product Description

The MQ70 is the compact end of the MagicQ console range, delivering the full MagicQ feature set in a 7kg fanless chassis. A high-resolution 10.1-inch multi-touch display with illuminated encoder and fader tracks gives programmers a clear, organised workspace, and an HDMI output supports an external monitor up to 1920x1200. The console provides 10 playbacks, a grand master fader, a crossfade master, and eight attribute encoders for hands-on control.

Three network ports provide Art-Net and sACN output direct from the console, while four assignable physical DMX outputs support RDM for fixture management over both DMX and network. Inbuilt Wi-Fi connects the MagicQ Remote focus application without external networking hardware. An inbuilt UPS protects both the console and its Ethernet switch in the event of a power failure, and the low 35W power draw with fanless cooling enables silent operation suited to theatrical and broadcast use.

Built-in MIDI input and output, LTC timecode input, and audio input provide synchronisation options for integration with show control and audio systems. Because the MQ70 runs the same MagicQ software as every other MagicQ console, shows programmed on it load and run on any other MagicQ console within the universe limits, simplifying AV system integration across a fleet.

Key Features

• Carry-On Portability — The 7kg console fits within hand-luggage carry-on restrictions of major budget airlines for travelling programmers and touring crews.
• Up to 48 Universes — The console outputs 24 universes direct, expandable to 48, over Art-Net and sACN, plus four assignable DMX ports with RDM support.
• Silent Fanless Operation — Low 35W power consumption with no cooling fan enables silent operation, ideal for theatres and quiet broadcast or corporate spaces.
• 10.1-inch Multi-Touch Display — A high-resolution touchscreen with illuminated encoder and fader tracks provides a clear, organised programming surface.
• Inbuilt UPS Protection — An integrated UPS protects both the console and its Ethernet switch against power interruptions during a show.
• RDM Support — RDM is supported over both the direct DMX ports and the network for remote fixture configuration and management.
• Inbuilt Wi-Fi — Built-in Wi-Fi connects the MagicQ Remote focus application without requiring external networking hardware.
• Show Control Integration — MIDI in and out, LTC timecode input, and audio input provide synchronisation with show control and audio systems.
• Full MagicQ Compatibility — The MQ70 runs the same MagicQ software as all MagicQ consoles, so shows transfer to any console within the universe limits.

Typical Applications

• Theatre and auditorium
• Broadcast studio lighting
• Corporate and conference room events
• Concert and touring production
• House of worship

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the MQ70 be carried onto a flight?

Yes. The console is designed to fit within the hand-luggage carry-on restrictions of major budget airlines, making it practical for travelling programmers.

How many universes does the MQ70 support?

It outputs 24 universes direct from the console, expandable to 48, over Art-Net and sACN, in addition to four assignable physical DMX ports.

Does the console support RDM?

Yes. RDM is supported over both the direct DMX ports and the network, allowing remote fixture configuration and feedback.

Is the MQ70 suitable for quiet venues like theatres?

Its low 35W power draw requires no cooling fan, so the console runs silently, making it well suited to theatres, broadcast studios, and corporate spaces.

Are shows compatible with other MagicQ consoles?

The MQ70 runs the same MagicQ software as all MagicQ consoles, so shows programmed on it load and run on any other MagicQ console within the universe limits.

What show control integration does it offer?

Built-in MIDI input and output, LTC timecode input, and audio input provide synchronisation options for integration with show control and audio systems.

What support and warranty resources are available?

ChamSys provides spec sheets, user manuals, 3D models, and training resources through its support channels; confirm warranty terms and service with Creation Networks at the time of purchase.