MA Lighting grandMA3 Full-Size
Description
The grandMA3 Full-Size console is a rental-grade lighting control platform designed for large-scale entertainment applications. It provides a high-channel base configuration and a comprehensive control surface, enabling operators to manage complex shows with precision and redundancy.
Key Features
- 12,288 control parameters standard, scalable up to 250,000 parameters when combined with additional grandMA3 processing units.
- Extensive I/O: 6 physical DMX outputs and 1 DMX input, plus 3 etherCON connectors and 6 USB ports for flexible connectivity.
- Large integrated touchscreen work area: 3 internal foldable multi-touch screens, 3 internal letterbox multi-touch screens, and 2 internal multi-touch command screens, with support for 2 optional external multi-touch screens.
- Hands-on control surface: 30 backlit motorized 60mm faders, 2 backlit motorized A/B faders (100mm), 71 rotary RGB backlit encoders, 5 backlit dual encoders, 2 multipurpose level wheels, 2 multipurpose single encoders, and 16 assignable x-keys.
- Operator convenience: integrated keyboard drawer, individually backlit and dimmable silent keys, and built-in uninterruptible power supply for short-term power continuity.
Use Cases
- Concert and touring productions that require a high channel count and on-the-fly programming.
- Theatrical and broadcast environments where compatibility with grandMA2 shows is beneficial; shows can be exported from grandMA2 software 3.4 where feature parity allows.
- Fixed-install or festival control where multiple consoles and processing units are combined to scale system size.
Specifications
- System channels: 12,288 parameters standard, scalable to 250,000.
- Physical outputs: 6 DMX outputs, 1 DMX input.
- Screens: 8 internal touchscreen displays (various form factors) and support for 2 external touchscreens.
- Faders and encoders: 30 motorized 60mm faders, additional A/B motorized faders, 71 rotary RGB encoders, 5 dual encoders.
- Dimensions: 50" x 22" x 8" (1,256 x 539 x 181 mm).
- Weight: 98 lbs (44 kg).
Included with your rental
- GrandMA3 Full-Size console with built-in UPS and integrated keyboard drawer.
- All onboard screens, faders, encoders, and connectors as specified.
- Standard software image supporting grandMA3 features and compatibility options for importing grandMA2 shows where applicable.
- Optional accessories or additional processing units may be available separately to increase parameter capacity or add external touchscreens; confirm availability at booking.
This description is intended to provide rental customers with clear, practical information about the grandMA3 Full-Size console's capabilities, connectivity, and what is provided with a standard rental. For specific show configurations, networking requirements, or additional accessories, consult your rental provider.
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.
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- 6 DMX outputs, 1 DMX input
- 3 internal foldable monitor multi-touch screens
- 3 internal letterbox multi-touch screens
- 2 internal multi-touch command screens
- 2 external multi-touch screens can be connected
- 2 multipurpose level wheels
- 2 multipurpose single encoder
- 71 rotary RGB backlit encoder
- 5 backlit dual encoders
- 30 backlit motorized 60mm faders
- 120 separate playbacks
- 16 assignable x-keys
- Integrated keyboard drawer
- Built-in uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
- 3 etherCON connectors, 6 USB connectors
- 2 backlit motorized A/B faders 100mm
- Individually backlit and dimmable silent (clickless) keys

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