qlc-plus
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Description:
Control DMX or analogue lighting systems
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 4.13.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Jul 28, 2024
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: lighting dmx stage audio-visual automation
Install: brew install --cask qlc-plus
About:
QLC+ is a free and open-source software for controlling DMX lighting systems, including moving heads, LEDs, and dimmers. It provides a visual interface to create lighting scenes, chases, and effects, and supports a wide range of hardware interfaces for output.
Key Features:
  • DMX lighting control via USB, Ethernet, or Art-Net
  • Visual programming workspace with a 2D/3D view
  • Support for MIDI, OSC, and keyboard shortcuts for external control
  • Built-in fixture library and function manager
  • Audio and video triggered effects
Use Cases:
  • Programming and operating lighting for live theater or concerts
  • Creating and testing lighting designs for architectural installations
  • Running a home DMX lighting setup for entertainment or automation
Alternatives:
  • Lightkey – Commercial, macOS-only software with a focus on simplicity and pre-built effects.
  • DMXControl – Free Windows-based alternative with strong 3D visualization and fixture libraries.
Version History
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Jul 28, 2024 6:23pm 4.13.1 0 VERSION_BUMP 5844320e