MA Lighting grandMA3 Compact

MA Lighting grandMA3 Compact.

Overview
The grandMA3 compact console is a portable yet powerful lighting control desk offering full grandMA3 system capability in a small, lightweight format. Ideal for owner/operators, tech-desk duties, and medium entertainment lighting rigs, it combines an intuitive user interface with deep control capacity. With a large multi-touch monitor, motorized faders, and extensive playbacks, the grandMA3 compact delivers professional-grade performance in a transportable package.

Key Features
Large built-in multi-touch screen for real-time programming and control
40 physical playbacks and 16 assignable x-keys for flexible cue access
Five dual encoders and 29 rotary RGB backlit encoders for parameter editing
Ten motorized 60 mm faders plus two motorized A/B faders
Supports up to 8 192 control parameters natively (expandable to 250 000 with processing units)
Complete command area with direct access keys, silent clickless keys, and backlit controls
Compatible with both grandMA2 and grandMA3 software versions
Supports GDTF for consistent and accurate fixture control
Technical Specifications
System Parameters: 8 192 (standard), Mode2: 4 096
Playbacks: 40 physical playbacks
Assignable Keys: 16 x-keys
Faders: Ten 60 mm motorized; Two motorized A/B faders (100 mm)
Encoders: Five dual encoders, 29 rotary RGB backlit encoders
Displays: Internal foldable multi-touch screen; supports one external display (DisplayPort 1.2)
Ethernet: 3 × etherCON / RJ45
DMX I/O: 6 × DMX512-A Out (5-pin XLR), 1 × DMX512-A In (5-pin XLR)
MIDI / SMPTE / Audio: MIDI In/Out, Linear Timecode In, Audio In
GPI: 1 × General Purpose Interface (D-SUB DE9)
USB: 3 × USB 2.0 (Type A), 2 × USB 3.0 (Type A)
Video Output: DisplayPort 1.2 for external screens
Desk Light: 1 × LED desk light (4-pin XLR)
Power: AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz; max 250 VA
Operating Temp: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Dimensions: 661 × 429 × 160 mm (folded); 661 × 563 × 325–410 mm (unfolded)
Net Weight: 16 kg / 36 lbs
Software Compatibility: grandMA2 & grandMA3 software
Use Cases
Perfect for lighting designers, rental houses, and touring productions that need full grandMA3 power in a compact, transportable form. It excels in concert tours, theatres, broadcast studios, house rigs, and any professional environment demanding flexible playback options and deep system control.