The MA Lighting grandMA3 Compact XT is a professional lighting control console that delivers the power and workflow of the grandMA3 platform in a compact, portable format. It features dual multi-touch displays, motorized faders, extensive playback controls. With 8,192 control parameters this console is well suited for small to medium-sized productions, and technical desk applications. The grandMA3 compact XT console is the larger of the two compact models, offering the full system benefits of the grandMA3 system, housed in a compact and lightweight format. Easy to transport, the compact models are ideal for owner/operators and also the console of choice for tech-desk duties. The compact XT console features 2 huge multi-touch monitors, 5 dual encoders and a complete command area almost identical to the larger models. With 60 physical playbacks, 16 assignable x-keys and a dedicated master area the grandMA3 compact XT console provides plenty of playback options. The grandMA3 compact XT console includes 8 192 control parameters as standard, making it an ideal choice for small and medium sized professional entertainment lighting applications. The system size is scalable to 250 000 parameters with the use of additional grandMA3 processing units. The grandMA3 compact XT is compatible with grandMA2 and grandMA3 software. The grandMA3 lighting control consoles offer a fresh user interface with an optimized command area for intuitive and fast access. The grandMA3 consoles features dual encoders, which provide users with intuitive control of additional features and functions. Feature-mapping of the dual encoders will be customizable, facilitating ease of use and faster programming. Long-life motorized playback faders are used across the entire grandMA3 console range. The faders incorporate a color-changing light pipe. All playbacks have direct access to button pushes as well as intensity and timing changes thanks to the new rotary RGB backlit encoders. The grandMA3 operating system is completely new and has been designed to feel more welcoming to fresh converts without alienating existing grandMA programmers. Extensive user feedback has been incorporated to ensure the new functionality address’ the real world needs of the MA family. The grandMA3 compact XT console is the larger of the two compact models, offering the full system benefits of the grandMA3 system, housed in a compact and lightweight format. Easy to transport, the compact models are ideal for owner/operators and also the console of choice for tech-desk duties. The compact XT console features 2 huge multi-touch monitors, 5 dual encoders and a complete command area almost identical to the larger models. With 60 physical playbacks, 16 assignable x-keys and a dedicated master area the grandMA3 compact XT console provides plenty of playback options. The grandMA3 compact XT console includes 8 192 control parameters as standard, making it an ideal choice for small and medium sized professional entertainment lighting applications. The system size is scalable to 250 000 parameters with the use of additional grandMA3 processing units. The grandMA3 compact XT is compatible with grandMA2 and grandMA3 software. The grandMA3 lighting control consoles offer a fresh user interface with an optimized command area for intuitive and fast access. The grandMA3 consoles features dual encoders, which provide users with intuitive control of additional features and functions. Feature-mapping of the dual encoders will be customizable, facilitating ease of use and faster programming. Long-life motorized playback faders are used across the entire grandMA3 console range. The faders incorporate a color-changing light pipe. All playbacks have direct access to button pushes as well as intensity and timing changes thanks to the new rotary RGB backlit encoders. The grandMA3 operating system is completely new and has been designed to feel more welcoming to fresh converts without alienating existing grandMA programmers. Extensive user feedback has been incorporated to ensure the new functionality address’ the real world needs of the MA family. The fundamental syntax of the grandMA2 has been preserved and extended to facilitate the new functionality.