lightkey
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Description:
DMX lighting control
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 5.3.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @lightkeyapp  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: lighting dmx art-net live-sound midi
Install: brew install --cask lightkey
About:
Lightkey is a professional-grade DMX lighting control software designed for live performances, nightclubs, and architectural lighting. It offers a robust interface for programming and controlling lighting fixtures via Art-Net or USB-DMX hardware. The software provides advanced features like timeline-based sequencing and MIDI support for seamless integration with show control systems.
Key Features:
  • Timeline-based show programming
  • Art-Net and USB-DMX interface support
  • MIDI and OSC control integration
  • Fixture library and profile management
Use Cases:
  • Programming and running light shows for live concerts or theater
  • Managing ambient lighting for nightclubs and bars
  • Architectural lighting control for buildings and venues
Alternatives:
  • QLC+ – Open-source alternative with broader hardware support but a less polished UI.
  • Enttec DMXIS – Hardware-focused software often bundled with USB interfaces, simpler for basic playback.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 20, 2026 10:20pm 5.3.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 1393ffe2
Sep 10, 2025 10:30pm 4.4.5 0 VERSION_BUMP 770f67d7
Aug 11, 2025 1:14pm 4.4.5 0 VERSION_BUMP 4ad0936b
Jul 29, 2024 5:23pm 4.4.5 0 VERSION_BUMP a1885651
Jul 11, 2024 4:34pm 4.4.5 0 VERSION_BUMP 54a86dc5
Jul 8, 2024 10:56am 4.4.5 0 VERSION_BUMP 7789e7fb