The energetic San Diego based metalcore five-piece are currently undertaking an extensive European tour promoting their just released An Ocean Between Us album. It's their first visit to the UK and Europe with their own production.
When Wynn-Edwards, who has an array of heavy, metal and punk bands on his CV, was recommended for the job of LD, he was informed that there was an expedient budget for 'specials' and other than that, he'd have to rely on house rigs at each venue.
"I really needed a fixture that was mega-bright and spectacular that would flash, strobe and change colour very quickly to match the energy and intensity of the music," says Wynn-Edwards. "I also wanted to add a few elements of finesse and art to the show rather than just those mad wham-bam moments, and to make it look interesting and theatrical - so Satellites are the absolute perfect solution. I knew I'd get exactly what I wanted."
The 20 Satellites are being supplied by HSL. They are daisy chained together to reduce cable runs and keep the stage tidy, and the full rig can be run off a 13 or 16 amp power supply in venues that are challenged for power - another advantage of using low power light-sources.
Wynn-Edwards is operating the Satellites plus six strobes - also supplied by HSL - from his own Jands Vista console which is touring with them, and then utilises the house rig on top of the specials show according to what's available.
(Jim Evans)
