This new line includes both Profile and Pebble Convex spotlights that are quite popular in Europe. But until now American designers had little opportunity to work with such tools, says the company.
Unlike an ellipsoidal, the Profile is designed around a spherical reflector and double condenser lens system - much like that of a movie projector. It provides a flat field and projects clear gobo patterns.
The Pebble Convex spot provides a crisper field than the Fresnel that is so popular in the USA. The LDR design adds the ability to change lenses in the field from PC to Fresnel and back again.
"Once they 'try it,' we are sure they'll be back for more," says Jack Gallagher, the theatrical lighting product manager at Strong. "With the reception we've already received with the winning Canto followspot line, we know that the introduction of a theatrical line will fill the need."
(Jim Evans)
