Ayrton’s MagicBlade Neo takes the modular linear concept in a significantly more technical direction — five independently controllable moving heads packed 3mm apart into an IP65 chassis that weighs 32.4 kg (71.4 lbs) and draws 800W. The headline numbers: 17,300 lux at 5m with all heads at minimum zoom, a 10:1 zoom from 3° to 30°, and a LiquidEffect ring on each lens with 60 individually controllable pixels. That last feature is essentially a MagicDot Neo effect engine built into the periphery of every optic — fire it standalone, layer it with the beam, or run the whole bar as one continuous matrix.

The “Short Cut” function is worth noting — it lets you define precise in and out points on continuous rotation movements, which is the kind of thing that sounds minor until you’re programming a complex cue and suddenly it matters enormously. At just over a meter long (1008mm / 39.7 in), multiples can be butted together with continuous beam alignment between units. Ayrton says the structure is specifically designed to absorb vibration from the moving heads — five independent motors running simultaneously in a single chassis is a meaningful engineering challenge at this proximity.

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Ayrton is excited to announce the official launch of MagicBlade Neo, an infinitely modular linear fixture with a mastery of light, and the latest innovation in its Creative Series. MagicBlade Neo is an entirely new concept — an organic, innovative luminaire and marvel of technology capable of creating endlessly reconfigurable, multi-shaped light curtains, unreal vortices, and striking volumetric effects.

Independence in unity
Built on the foundation of the all-new MagicDot Neo, it features five independently controllable moving heads, spaced just 3mm apart, a technical feat made possible by an innovative structure designed to efficiently absorb vibrations, ensuring stability and precision in all circumstances.

Perfection in alignment
The close proximity of the moving heads is continued between individual MagicBlade Neo fixtures, the design ensuring precise alignment of multiple units for continuous, unbroken lines of light. The combination allows the creation of ultra-compact matrices, perfect alignments, and spectacular perspective effects.

The colorful choice
Five individual 120W RGB-L multi-chip LED sources, each paired with a high-efficiency 100mm optic integrated into a perfect sphere, give rise to a gamut of 4.29 billion colors, including a virtual CTC channel and Virtual Tint channel, high CRI, and an output of 5 x 17,000 lux at 5m.

Versatile optics
MagicBlade Neo’s 2-element 10:1 zoom, high-resolution optic system ensures every beam seamlessly transitions from Beam to Wash, and delivers an extensive zoom range from 3° to 30°. Its flicker-free source management is particularly suitable for TV applications and all video-recorded events.

Endlessly creative
Each lens of MagicBlade Neo features a high-definition LiquidEffect™ ring with 60 individual pixels on its periphery, allowing the creation of intricate graphic effects. This effect can be used independently or combined with other beams, opening up endless creative possibilities.

The continuous pan and tilt rotation of the five independent heads, along with its innovative “Short Cut” function, which allows perfect control of the in and out points of a continuous rotation movement, expands the possibilities for creating complex effects yet further.

IP65 rating
Designed for stage lighting, MagicBlade Neo is specifically engineered for both indoor and outdoor use, including demanding environments such as coastal areas.

A concentrate of technology
MagicBlade Neo is a concentrate of technology dedicated to creation, pushing the boundaries of organic light shaping. Ayrton’s innovation has always created a sensation with its surprising, inspiring, and radical lighting fixtures. With MagicBlade Neo, Ayrton continues to present a luminaire with a strong visual signature, impeccable finishes, and an unprecedented level of integration.

Learn more about the MagicBlade Neo by visiting ayrton.eu.