Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1 IP65 230W Blinder/Strobe

Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1 IP65 230W Warm White Blinder, Strobe, and Wide Flood

The Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1 is a big, outdoor-ready single-pod blinder built around an intense 230 W warm white LED source designed to deliver bold audience hits, high-impact strobe moments, and wide-area flood coverage from one IP65-ready fixture. It is engineered for real show conditions with an IP-rated fan that keeps the unit cool enough for wash-style use, and IP-rated direct power and DMX connections that eliminate undesirable whips in outdoor and wet deployments.

STRIKE 1 is built for smooth, classic-looking fades with 16-bit dimming and a warm-dimming behavior that warms the perceived color temperature as it dims to mimic incandescent-style fade character. For camera-facing stages, it includes adjustable PWM (600 Hz, 1200 Hz, 2000 Hz, 4000 Hz, 25,000 Hz) to help eliminate flicker on camera, plus high CRI (93) output for more natural rendering.

In measurable terms, the optical profile is tight and punchy for a single head (30 degree beam, 51 degree field) with 1,119 lux at 5 m. Control is streamlined via DMX and RDM, multiple channel footprints, and an easy-to-use OLED display. For building banks and multi-fixture looks, the included Multi-Bracket is designed to make grouping fixtures straightforward.

Real-World Applications and Sound Roles

• Outdoor audience blinder hits: IP65-rated single-pod intensity for walk-ons, drops, and crowd punch in wet environments.
• Chicago DJ impact lighting: Tight beam control for ballrooms, clubs, and mobile rigs that need big moments without messy cabling.
• Camera-facing stages: Selectable PWM and high CRI output for cleaner results under video capture.
• Multi-fixture banks: Multi-Bracket workflows for building bold, repeatable looks fast.

Where the Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1 Excels

• Single-pod punch with real reach: 1,119 lux at 5 m with a 30 degree beam for defined audience hits that read from distance.
• All-weather readiness: IP65 rating for temporary outdoor and wet use, built for festival stages and unpredictable load-outs.
• Smooth fades that feel classic: 16-bit dimming control plus warm-dimming behavior that mimics incandescent-style fade character.
• On-the-fly strobe impact: Strobe rate from 0 to 25 Hz for hits, accents, and high-energy moments.
• Camera-friendly control: Selectable PWM (600 to 25,000 Hz) to reduce flicker in capture environments, paired with CRI 93 output.
• Cleaner outdoor cabling: IP-rated direct power and 5-pin IP65 DMX connections reduce whips and keep runs tidy.
• Fast bank builds: Multi-Bracket support for creating multi-fixture banks with ease.
• Wide-field usability: 51 degree field angle supports flood-style coverage while maintaining a controlled center punch.

Control Modes for Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1

STRIKE 1 supports professional control workflows with DMX and RDM, plus flexible channel footprints so you can scale from a single fixture to multi-fixture banks without overcomplicating your patch.

• Protocols: DMX, RDM
• Modes/Personalities: 5 personalities (1ch, 3ch, 4ch, 5ch, 6ch)
• DMX channels available: 1, 3, 4, 5, or 6
• Dimming control: 16-bit dimming with 4 dim modes for smooth, controllable fades
• Strobe: 0 to 25 Hz for quick impact effects
• PWM options: 600 Hz, 1200 Hz, 2000 Hz, 4000 Hz, 25,000 Hz
• On-fixture workflow: OLED display and built-in automated programs for fast access during setup

Field-Ready Advantages and Rig-Build Notes for STRIKE 1

Tight beam control that still fills the room

STRIKE 1 combines a defined center punch (30 degree beam) with a broader usable spread (51 degree field), making it effective as a blinder when you want a focused hit, and as a wide-area floodlight when you need coverage that reads beyond a single narrow spot.

Warm-dimming behavior designed for more natural fades

When you fade down, STRIKE 1 is designed to warm in feel to mimic incandescent-style dimming. That matters for:

• Walk-ons and walk-offs: Fades that look intentional instead of dropping into a colder tone.
• Ballroom and stage ambience: Warm glow that reads cleanly in photos and video.

Camera-aware PWM choices for capture-heavy events

Adjustable PWM (600 to 25,000 Hz) gives you a practical lever when cameras are present. Pair that with CRI 93 output to keep faces and stage elements looking more natural under capture conditions.

IP-rated connectivity that keeps outdoor runs cleaner

STRIKE 1 is designed with IP-rated direct power and 5-pin IP65 DMX connections to reduce undesirable whips and keep cable paths more controlled in wet deployments. Power input and output use Seetronic Powerkon IP65 for linking workflows.

Multi-Bracket bank building for bigger looks

The Multi-Bracket is built to make multi-fixture banks easier to assemble and keep consistent. For DJs and event teams, that means repeatable looks across rooms and faster set changes when you are moving between venues or flipping the room between segments.

How to Deploy Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1 in the Field

Deploy STRIKE 1 by deciding whether the moment is a defined blinder hit, a strobe accent, or a flood-style wash, then set placement based on the 30 degree beam and 51 degree field. Use the IP65 build for wet environments, keep cabling clean with the IP-rated direct connections, and plan addressing and power linking early when you are building banks.

Patch smart, set PWM for cameras, then build bold banks with Multi-Bracket speed.

• Placement and coverage: Use the 30 degree beam for tight audience hits and the 51 degree field when you need wider coverage that reads as floodlight.
• Outdoor cable control: Run 5-pin IP65 DMX and Seetronic Powerkon IP65 power to keep outdoor runs tidy and reduce undesirable whips.
• Channel footprint planning: Choose the personality (1ch, 3ch, 4ch, 5ch, 6ch) that fits your patch and programming detail, especially when scaling to multi-fixture banks.
• Camera readiness: Set PWM intentionally (600, 1200, 2000, 4000, 25,000 Hz) before doors when content capture or broadcast is part of the event.
• Power linking limits: Stay within rated linking capacity (5 units at 100 V; 6 at 120 V; 10 at 208 V; 11 at 230 V; 11 at 240 V) when building banks.

Why Choose the Chauvet Professional STRIKE 1 from AVMaxx:

STRIKE 1 looks simple until you deploy it at scale: channel footprint choices, PWM for cameras, power linking limits, and outdoor cable management all affect how clean your rig runs on show day. AVMaxx focuses on field-aware application guidance so your blinder moments hit hard, your fades stay smooth, and your setup stays repeatable from venue to venue.

AVMaxx helps Chicago DJs and event teams build STRIKE 1 rigs that punch with intent, patch cleanly, and stay camera-ready in real outdoor conditions.

• Rig planning that saves show time: Practical guidance on placement, coverage, and bank layouts using the beam and field geometry you are actually working with.
• Control clarity for clean patches: Help choosing the right personality and keeping multi-fixture banks consistent across gigs.
• Camera-aware deployment mindset: PWM selection and dimming behavior planning so your looks read right in the room and under capture.