Chauvet Professional Maverick Storm 2 Profile: All-Weather Framing Fixture with Touring-Grade Optics
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile is a fully featured, IP65-rated yoke fixture designed for large-scale outdoor productions and touring stages. Powered by a 580W cold white LED engine delivering 35,000 source lumens, it offers wide CMY+CTO color mixing alongside a dedicated color wheel that includes CRI and CTB filters. A 10:1 zoom ratio enables precision beam control across its 6.3° to 58.6° field, while a complete 4-blade framing shutter system with ±60° rotation ensures accurate shaping in any position.
Two gobo wheels—one rotating with indexing and slot-n-lock, and one static—expand creative projection options, enhanced further by a rotating 5-facet prism, iris, motorized frost, and smooth 16-bit dimming. The fixture supports DMX, RDM, sACN, Art-Net, and W-DMX, making it ready for modern networked rigs, and includes three menu presets for fast shop prep. Its sealed IP65 chassis and integrated sunshield protect internal optics and electronics, even in harsh environmental conditions.
Real-World Applications and Sound Roles:
- Outdoor concert and festival stage lighting
- Theme park and architectural lighting installs
- Theatrical projection with precise framing control
- High-output gobo effects in stadiums and arenas
- Touring rigs requiring full protocol support and weather resistance
Where This System Excels
- IP65 Weatherproofing: Built for outdoor stages, amphitheaters, and permanent installs exposed to dust, rain, or sun.
- Advanced Framing System: 4-blade shutters with ±60° rotation deliver theatrical beam sculpting at any angle.
- Networked Protocols: Supports sACN, Art-Net, RDM, and W-DMX for seamless integration into modern control networks.
- Color + Gobo Versatility: CMY+CTO, CRI filters, two gobo wheels, prism, and frost support stunning aerial and textured looks.
- Zoom + Beam Precision: 6.3°–58.6° motorized zoom enables tight spots or wide washes with consistent optical clarity.
- Tour-Ready Engineering: Fast menu cloning, onboard USB software slot, and robust power/data connectors ensure road reliability.
Control Modes
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile supports a full suite of industry-standard control protocols, including DMX512, sACN, Art-Net, RDM, and W-DMX. The fixture operates in two distinct DMX personalities: 32-channel and 48-channel modes, allowing users to select the appropriate level of control detail for their rig. The unit features a battery-backed display with auto-orientation for rig-side patching, and supports three setup menu presets with preset sync for batch configuration across identical units.
Motorized control is available for all major functions, including pan/tilt, zoom, focus, iris, frost, dimmer, and 5-facet prism. The internal shutter system allows dual-axis adjustment per blade with ±60° rotation of the full framing module. Dimming is handled via 16-bit resolution with four selectable dimmer curves, and the unit includes variable PWM frequency selection from 600 Hz to 15,000 Hz for flicker-free operation in camera-critical environments.
DMX Personality Summary:
- 32-Channel Mode: Streamlined access to core movement, color mixing, gobos, and effects for quick programming.
- 48-Channel Mode: Full control of all features, including advanced shutter framing, dimmer curves, speed settings, and diagnostics.
Framing Shutter System & Beam Shaping in the Storm 2 Profile
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile features a fully integrated 4-blade motorized framing shutter system with individual dual-axis control per blade. Each shutter can move in and out to sculpt the beam at precise angles, and the entire module supports ±60° rotation, allowing users to apply symmetrical or asymmetrical shaping no matter the fixture's orientation. This is essential for theatrical applications, projection mapping, and arena installs where beam containment and edge definition are critical.
Beam control is enhanced further by a suite of motorized optics: a rotating 5-facet prism for multi-beam effects, a variable frost filter for wash softening, and a precision iris to tighten the beam diameter without sacrificing output intensity. Combined with motorized focus and zoom, the Storm 2 delivers refined beam shaping at every throw distance and field angle.
Color Mixing, Gobos & Effects Architecture
Color rendering on the Storm 2 Profile is handled via a true CMY + CTO variable mixing system, allowing full-spectrum color control without sacrificing intensity or white-point calibration. A dedicated color wheel supplements the system with 7 fixed colors, including CRI and CTB filters for high-fidelity skin tone or tungsten emulation when needed. The combination offers instant access to saturated colors, pastels, and calibrated white variations across a 6963K base.
Two gobo wheels expand the fixture’s visual potential: a rotating glass gobo wheel with 7 interchangeable patterns (slot-n-lock) and full indexing, and a static gobo wheel with 9 glass patterns. Both support variable-speed scrolling, allowing layered aerials, projections, and morphing looks. These gobo tools, when used in conjunction with the 5-facet prism and frost, give lighting designers a vast array of textures and motion effects from a single source.
Network Protocols & Advanced Control Integration
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile is engineered for large-scale, network-based lighting systems with full support for DMX, sACN, Art-Net, W-DMX, and RDM. Its dual in/out IP-rated XLR5 and Neutrik RJ45 connectors ensure reliable data flow in both mobile and fixed installations. Wireless capability via W-DMX allows flexible deployment in venues where cable runs are impractical, while RDM compatibility enables remote addressing, monitoring, and error reporting across distributed systems.
Operators can choose between two DMX personalities (32ch or 48ch) depending on programming depth, and access system-level features like preset sync across multiple fixtures, menu orientation auto-rotation, and USB-based software updates. These traits make the Storm 2 Profile exceptionally shop-friendly and ready for rigorous production schedules that demand fast cloning and cross-rig repeatability.
Optical System & Output Performance
At the heart of the Maverick Storm 2 Profile is a 580W cold white LED engine rated for 50,000 hours of operation, producing a source output of 35,000 lumens and delivering a field output of 28,534 lumens. The system features a front lens diameter of 127mm and an expansive motorized zoom range from 6.3° to 58.6°, with consistent field uniformity across tight beams and wide throws. At its narrowest zoom, the fixture delivers an impressive 71,933 lux at 5 meters, while maintaining clarity and performance down to 2,580 lux at maximum zoom.
The selectable PWM frequency range (600 Hz to 15,000 Hz) ensures camera-safe operation in broadcast and film environments. Combined with 16-bit dimming and four selectable dim curves, the Storm 2 Profile gives designers full command over output response. The result is a fixture that not only performs at scale but delivers the nuance needed for theatrical precision and modern hybrid environments.
How to Deploy in the Field
The Maverick Storm 2 Profile is built for flexible rigging in both touring and fixed outdoor environments. It ships with a quick-lock omega bracket and mounting hardware, making it ready for standard truss placement or theatrical grid installation. The fixture’s balanced center of gravity and reinforced yoke enable secure overhead hanging in portrait or landscape orientation.
For ground-support applications, use of the CTC-50HC or CTC-50HCN professional clamps is recommended, paired with rated base plates or truss towers. A safety cable (SC-08) is required for all overhead mounting. The IP65-rated connectors and sealed chassis allow deployment in outdoor venues without additional housing or dome protection, making it a strong choice for festivals, stadiums, and architectural shows.
Shop prep is streamlined using the preset sync function, which allows fast duplication of settings across like fixtures. When rigged in large arrays, the menu orientation auto-rotate and rear display ensure clear visibility from any angle.
Chauvet Professional Maverick Storm IP65 Profile Comparison Chart
| Model |
Light Source |
Output Lumens |
Zoom Range (°) |
Color Mixing |
Framing & Effects |
Control Protocols & DMX Channels |
Power (W) |
Weight (lbs / kg) |
IP Rating |
Dimensions (in / mm) |
| Maverick Storm 2 Profile |
1x 580W CW LED, 50,000 hrs |
28,534 |
6.3°–58.6° |
Variable CMY + CTO |
4-blade framing shutter with rotation, color wheel, 5-facet prism, iris, frost |
Art-Net, DMX, RDM, W-DMX, sACN (32 / 48 ch) |
800 |
67.0 / 30.4 |
IP65 |
9.92 x 15.28 x 27.52
(252 x 388 x 699) |
| Maverick Storm 2 Profile M |
1x 588W CW LED, 50,000 hrs |
25,840 |
6°–54.1° |
Variable CMY + CTO |
4-blade framing shutter, color wheel, 5-facet prism, iris, frost
Marine-grade finish & hardware |
Art-Net, DMX, RDM, W-DMX, sACN (32 / 48 ch) |
800 |
70.2 / 31.9 |
IP65 (marine rated) |
9.92 x 15.28 x 27.52
(252 x 388 x 699) |
| Maverick Storm 1 Hybrid |
Osram 420W Lamp, 7,700K, ~4,500 hrs* |
30,978 |
1.3°–40.8° (Spot mode) |
CMY |
Animation wheel, 2 gobo wheels, 2 prisms, frost, beam flattening, iris |
Art-Net, sACN, RDM, DMX, WDMX (24 / 29 ch) |
660 |
64.4 / 29.2 |
IP65 |
15.27 x 10.78 x 29.72
(388 x 274 x 755) |
| Maverick Storm 1 Flex |
Osram 420W Lamp, 7,700K, ~4,500 hrs* |
30,978 |
2.0°–40.8° (Spot mode) |
CMY |
Animation wheel, 2 gobo wheels, 2 prisms, frost, beam flattening, iris |
Art-Net, sACN, RDM, DMX, WDMX (24 / 29 ch) |
660 |
64.4 / 29.2 |
IP65 |
15.27 x 10.78 x 29.72
(388 x 274 x 755) |
Why Choose the Maverick Storm 2 Profile from AVMaxx
At AVMaxx, we understand that investing in a $9,500 IP-rated framing fixture demands more than just specs on paper—it requires confidence in real-world performance. Our team has deployed the Maverick Storm 2 Profile in large-scale outdoor environments where fixture failure is not an option. From stadium tours to rooftop installations, we’ve seen firsthand how its sealed optics, precision shuttering, and network-ready control exceed expectations.
Every unit we ship is backed by industry-savvy support and integration expertise. Whether you’re upgrading a stadium rig, designing a weatherproof architectural install, or prepping a rental fleet, AVMaxx is your direct line to fixture-proven solutions and field-tested reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Maverick Storm 2 Profile be mounted outdoors permanently?
Yes. Its IP65-rated housing, sealed connectors, and GORE valve allow permanent installation in outdoor venues without the need for protective domes or enclosures.
Does it support wireless DMX and remote management?
Yes. The fixture includes onboard W-DMX and is fully RDM-capable, allowing for both wireless control and remote monitoring over professional lighting networks.
What makes this fixture better for touring than a standard LED profile?
The Storm 2 Profile offers IP65 weatherproofing, dual gobo wheels, motorized framing shutters, and preset sync—ideal for fast rig swaps and rugged tour demands.
Can it create layered or morphing aerial effects?
Yes. With two gobo wheels (one rotating, one static), plus motorized zoom, prism, and frost, the fixture supports layered aerial projection and seamless gobo morphing.
Is it quiet enough for use in theaters or broadcast?
Yes. With selectable fan modes and PWM up to 15kHz, the fixture maintains noise levels as low as 41.3 dB(A) in ECO mode, and delivers flicker-free output for camera use.
Maverick Storm 2 Profile brings top-tier framing, output, and network control to any environment—touring, architectural, or theatrical—backed by AVMaxx deployment expertise.
