Chauvet Professional Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash IP65 RGBW

Chauvet Professional Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash: IP65 Hybrid Fixture with Dual Zoom Zones and Pixel Ring FX

The Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash is an IP65-rated hybrid wash and beam fixture that blends stunning pixel control, wide zoom capability, and tour-grade output into a rugged outdoor-ready housing. With 28x 45W RGBW LEDs across two zones and an independently controlled halo-style LED ring, the unit delivers intense beam effects and soft, even washes with complete color flexibility. A combined output of over 18,500 lumens ensures high visibility in full daylight and massive throw across arenas, amphitheaters, and festival stages.

What sets this BeamWash apart is its dual-zone zoom system: the inner ring and outer ring feature independently motorized zoom control, giving designers the freedom to layer beams or expand into wide washes without physical repositioning. With native support for DMX, RDM, Art-Net, sACN, and Kling-Net, the Storm 3 is equally suited for broadcast applications, networked architectural grids, and arena-scale live events. Its 16-bit dimming, selectable PWM rates, pixel mapping, and smooth color transitions make it a top-tier choice for creative lighting designers demanding more than just a wash.

Real-World Applications and Sound Roles:

• Outdoor festival wash light with tight beam effects and zoom blending
• Themed attraction or rooftop LED wash with storm-rated durability
• Stadium rig wash with pixel ring chases for concert impact
• Architectural pixel fixture with full network control protocols
• Broadcast-safe RGBW wash with flicker-free operation and CRI support

Where This System Excels

• Dual-Zone Zoom Optics: Independently motorized zoom on inner and outer zones for layered beam/wash control and live FX switching.
• Pixel Ring Visual Impact: Individually controlled RGB pixel halo ring enhances beam looks, color flow, and crowd-facing animations.
• IP65 Touring Durability: Weather-sealed for festivals, rooftops, and outdoor installs with no protective enclosures needed.
• RGBW Color Fidelity: Rich, saturated output with smooth fades, calibrated whites, and broadcast-safe flicker control via PWM selection.
• Network-Integrated Protocols: Full support for Kling-Net, sACN, Art-Net, DMX, and RDM ensures flexible integration into modern control environments.

Control Modes

The Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash offers flexible control architecture designed for large-format touring and networked environments. It supports DMX512, RDM, Art-Net, sACN, and Kling-Net protocols out of the box, allowing seamless integration with consoles, pixel servers, and media servers alike. The fixture features multiple DMX personalities that adjust granularity of control, ranging from basic RGBW wash functionality to full pixel-mapped operation of all 28 RGBW LEDs and the outer pixel ring.

Each optical zone (inner ring, outer ring) is addressable with independent motorized zoom control, and the fixture offers 16-bit dimming across all channels for smooth transitions and accurate fades. PWM frequency is user-selectable to accommodate film, camera, or broadcast environments. The Storm 3 BeamWash also supports menu-based configuration with battery backup and auto-rotating orientation, enabling fast setup whether ground-mounted or flown.

Personality Options (DMX Modes):

• Standard Mode: Efficient access to global RGBW control, zoom, dimmer, and pixel ring FX.
• Extended Pixel Mode: Unlocks full per-cell RGBW mapping, pixel halo control, zoom zone split, and advanced FX layering.

Dual-Zone Optics & Zoom System

The Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash features a dual-zone optical system that allows the inner and outer rings of its LED array to zoom independently. This gives designers the power to craft layered beam looks, tight aerial columns, or expansive wide-field washes—all from a single fixture. The motorized zoom range spans from 4.6° to 53.6°, making it equally effective as a narrow beam puncher or a soft-edge wash.

• Inner and outer zones have dedicated zoom motors
• Zoom transitions are smooth, precise, and programmable
• Ideal for live morphing between beam and wash modes

Pixel Mapping & LED Halo FX Engine

In extended control mode, the Storm 3 BeamWash unlocks individual pixel control over all 28 primary RGBW LEDs. This allows for complex content, custom chases, and mapped integration into pixel-based systems. The fixture also includes a fully independent RGB LED halo ring that wraps the front lens, delivering a second layer of dynamic, audience-facing visual FX.

• Primary emitters are pixel-mappable via Art-Net, sACN, or Kling-Net
• Halo ring supports segment-level animation and FX layering
• Compatible with media servers and console-driven FX engines

Control Protocols & Network Integration

The Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash supports a full array of network and console protocols, including DMX512, RDM, Art-Net, sACN, and Kling-Net. This gives designers the flexibility to run the fixture in traditional rigs, fully mapped installations, or hybrid touring systems with mixed control sources. An onboard battery display with auto-orientation makes pre-show patching and address changes easy, whether ground-stacked or flown.

• Multiple DMX personalities: basic RGBW wash to full pixel control
• IP-rated 5-pin XLR and Neutrik RJ45 data connectors
• Kling-Net enables automatic pixel mapping without external nodes

Output Performance & Beam Characteristics

With a total of 28 individually controlled 45W RGBW LEDs, the Storm 3 BeamWash produces over 18,500 lumens of output, with beam quality optimized across the entire zoom range. Narrow zoom settings deliver crisp beam columns for aerial FX, while wide zoom spreads maintain soft, even wash coverage without hotspotting. The fixture also supports selectable PWM frequencies for flicker-free operation in broadcast and film environments.

• Total luminous output: 18,500+ lumens
• Zoom range: 4.6° to 53.6° with consistent optical performance
• Selectable PWM: optimized for camera-safe environments

How to Deploy in the Field

The Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash is designed for full flexibility in rigging environments ranging from outdoor festivals to indoor pixel grids. It ships with Omega brackets and mounting hardware for standard truss or pipe installation using industry clamps such as the CTC-50HC or CTC-50HCN. The compact footprint and centered weight distribution make it ideal for hanging in both vertical and horizontal orientations.

Its IP65-rated chassis and connectors eliminate the need for domes or weather shields, enabling direct placement in open-air venues or architectural installs. For mapped arrays or club ceilings, fixtures can be clustered in banks with consistent zoom calibration and address distribution using Kling-Net’s auto-configuration. When flown or inverted, the battery-backed display with auto-rotation ensures that menu access remains clear and intuitive at any angle.

For broadcast environments or preprogrammed tours, DMX personality presets and RDM functionality allow for fast patching, remote diagnostics, and system-wide sync across multiple units—minimizing load-in time while ensuring consistent performance.

Why Choose the Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash from AVMaxx

At AVMaxx, we go beyond box specs. We’ve deployed the Maverick Storm 3 BeamWash in real-world festival rigs, rooftop installs, and broadcast stages—so we know exactly how this fixture behaves under pressure. With dual zoom zones, pixel ring control, and IP65 reliability, it's a go-to tool for designers who need maximum flexibility and guaranteed uptime.

Whether you're programming complex pixel maps, synchronizing zoom fades across arrays, or simply trying to minimize fixture swaps between wash and beam roles, we can help you deploy the Storm 3 effectively. AVMaxx doesn’t just ship product—we deliver solutions backed by field-tested experience.