The ETC Element 40 is a rental lighting console intended for conventional rigs with some motorized accessories, LED fixtures and a limited number of moving lights. It combines straightforward, tactile control with on-screen tools for more complex devices, making it suitable for theatres, houses of worship, corporate events and touring productions that need reliable, easy-to-operate control without extensive programming overhead.

Key Features

• 500 programmable channels across two universes (1,024 DMX addresses) to support a wide variety of fixtures.
• True LTP channel faders and a single cue list for simple playback and layered control.
• 300 submasters and Master Playback, Grand Master and Blackout for common live control needs.
• On Demand ML Controls for managing moving lights without cluttering the main interface.
• Network native: Net3 and ETCNet2 support, RDM compatible for addressing and device management.

Use Cases

• Small to medium theatre productions requiring dependable conventional control with occasional moving lights.
• Corporate and event lighting where quick setup and straightforward playback are priorities.
• Rental situations where operators need a balance of physical faders and on-screen control prompts.

Specifications

• Faders: 40 physical faders.
• DMX outputs: 2 physical output universes, 1,024 addresses total.
• Scenes capacity: Up to 10,000 scenes.
• Compatibility: LED and moving-light friendly, RDM capable.
• Weight and size: Approximately 30 lbs (13.6 kg); overall road dimensions roughly 37" x 23" x 11". Console fits in supplied road cases for transport.

Included with your rental

• Monitor LCD with DVI cable
• Dust cover for the Element 500
• Gooseneck lamp
• Keyboard and trackball
• AC cord
• Element 500 roadcase and LCD monitor roadcase

This rental configuration provides the essential accessories needed for immediate show operation and protected transport. On-screen command prompts and the combination of physical and software controls help operators get up and running quickly while retaining flexibility for more advanced fixture control when required.

We strive to provide impeccably maintained rental equipment for the entertainment industry that is prepped and ready for your event. Our experienced staff stands ready to help you with your lighting, video, rigging & production needs. Rental inventory availability may vary based on date and 4Wall location. In cases where your preferred item is unavailable, we'll do our best to suggest a suitable replacement.