CHAUVET DJ Obey 70 DMX-512 Lighting Controller Review

If you are in the market for a universal DMX-512 lighting controller with the capability to manage up to 12 intelligent lights that have up to 32 channels each giving you a total of 384 DMX channels, then let us introduce you to the Chauvet Obey 70.

Bridging the gap between tiny rack mount controllers and huge control desks, the Obey 70 is built for both convenience and efficiency. This lighting controller offer you more accessibility as well as ease of programming thanks to a wide array of features and functionality.

14 reversible faders with an assignable joystick allows you to easily program up to twelve 32-channel fixtures. It has the capability to store up 6 sets of chases which contain 240 scenes on an astounding total of 384 channels of control. Additionally, you have MIDI compatibility as well as fog and strobe control at your fingertips.

With the kind of features packed into this controller, you no longer have to worry about forcing a small rack mount controller to try and handle the bigger lightshows. What’s even better is that you do not have to spring for massive control desks either. All you have to do is get your hands on the Chauvet Obey 70 and you all set. This is a lighting controller that is built with better accessibility and ease of programming in mind.

Although the user manual might be a little complicated for novice operators, once you master how to use this controller you will never look back. Complete with 14 reversible faders, assignable joystick and MIDI compatibility, the Chauvet Obey 70 is everything you would want in a lighting controller.

CHAUVET DJ Obey 70 DMX-512 Lighting Controller Features

• Includes a Universal DMX-512 controller giving you the ability to handle the various complexities that come with modern day lighting.
• Able to control up to 12 intelligent lights that each have up to 32 channels.
• A total of 384 DMX channels of control.
• 4-space (2U) rack mount.
• 30 banks of 8 scenes giving you a total of 240 scenes max.
• 6 sets of chases each one of them containing 240 scenes.
• Fog and strobe control buttons that allow you to increase effects; reversible sliders, tap-sync, auto run and beat activation all go towards that same end.
• Program speed time and fade into every step.
• Re-assignable channels.
• Sequential linking of chases.
• Pressure-sensitive joystick that is assignable.
• Polarity selector.

Pros

• You can grab any fixture on the fly.
• You can increase effects with the easy to control fog and strobe buttons.
• It can be conveniently mounted using the 4-space mounting rack.
• You can increase flexibility with the MIDI compatibility function.
• It is easy to set up.
• It is very efficient.
• It is very affordable.
• It is easy to carry around with you when you are on the road.
• The fog and strobe control buttons are right at your fingertips giving you excellent levels of convenience.

Cons

• The fan is rather noisy and it is always on.
• User’s manual can be a little complicated for novice lighting engineers.
• The controls can be a little sensitive.

Verdict

The fact that this lighting controller gives a great deal of control when it comes to the kind of lighting effect you can have during your shows makes it one of the most versatile pieces of equipment in the market.

With 384 total DMX channels and 6 sets of chases containing 240 scenes each coupled with sequential linking of the chases, the Chauvet Obey 70 is rather impressive to say the least.

It is also quite affordable, light in weight, built in a compact manner and has MIDI compatibility. It might be a little complicated for a novice user to understand the manual, but with a little practice, this lighting controller can be your best friend.

Perfect for big lighting arenas that call for a more versatile controller than your typical small rack mount controller, this 4-space (2U) rack mount is smack in the middle of that and will give you total control of the venue.

Now you no longer have to pay for nor worry about massive control desks. Affordable, versatile and a whole lot of convenience as far as easy control is concerned. That is what you get with this wonderful lighting controller from Chauvet.