"I've been programming on a Maxxyz since 2006 and made the transition over to the M1 on this tour. The M1 is noticeably faster than its predecessor," says Skowron.
"The bulk of my work is overseas, so I'm constantly repatching and cloning shows to accommodate local gear, so for the console to execute these tasks in a timely fashion means hours saved reproducing the show.
"One of its greatest benefits is its size. To have all the capability of a full size console in such a small footprint, and to be able to check it as luggage and travel with it around the world is priceless. I actually now own a pair."
R. Kelly played mid-sized venues in Europe in April (his first European tour in 10 years) beneath a lighting rig of MAC 301 Washes, MAC 2000 Profiles, Atomic 3000 strobes and other gear sourced locally.
(Jim Evans)
