"With some of the small DMX consoles you almost need a calculator to work out which fader is going to control which element of the DMX functions on your fixtures," commented Jex. "With the Stage CL, Jands has recognised that and seen a gap in the market. I did look at some software options as well but I prefer to 'play' the console like a musical instrument. A lot of the work I do is with bands that I may be working with for the first time and the Stage CL allows me to easily interact with them."
One feature that Jex particularly favours is the 'one channel strip per fixture' which helps him to change colours easily as well as fade in and out. He also likes the record feature that allows him to easily bring up a scene, hit the record button and in two steps it is locked away.
"You can lock a scene away in a variety of places then recall it quickly and easily in a number of different ways making it perfect to use on the fly," Jex added. "I also like the snapshot ("hold") function as well as the preset modes for colour mixing and chasing."
Oz Management Entertainment specialise in corporate events, small bands, weddings, conferences and gala dinners.
"We aim to provide a quality production but within the budget range of our marketplace," stated Jex.
(Jim Evans)
