MAC Aura Raven XIP

The Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP is a flagship RGBL LED moving head wash delivering 27,000 lumens through a 343 mm lens, with a 234-LED pixelated Aura backlight, IP54-rated XIP weatherproofing, and a 1:5.3 belt-driven zoom — indoors or out.

From the Manufacturer

The MAC Aura Raven XIP is the biggest, brightest, and boldest fixture in the MAC Aura family — a premium moving head that combines wash, beam, eye-candy, and smart weatherproof functionality in a single package. Its industry-leading RGBL light engine delivers 27,000 lumens through a massive 343 mm (13.5 in.) front lens, producing the cleanest wash field in its class: even, soft-edged, and free from color artifacts, brown edges, or hotspots. An array of 234 individual RGB LEDs behind the lens creates a captivating pixelated Aura backlight effect — a bold "round video screen" appearance that adds dynamic visual impact even when the main beam is idle.

Thanks to Martin's integrated XIP technology, the MAC Aura Raven XIP strikes the ideal balance between indoor and outdoor functionality. It delivers the compact size, low noise, and sleek aesthetics of an indoor fixture while providing the rugged IP54-rated durability needed for festivals, temporary outdoor events, and demanding touring applications — with no compromises in size, weight, or performance. A significantly enhanced belt-driven zoom system ensures extremely fast and near-silent operation. Other firsts for the MAC Aura family include a Universal Connect Module slot, Companion Mobile app control via NFC, and yoke handles for easier transport and rigging. The MAC Aura Raven XIP delivers 70% more brightness than the legendary Martin MAC Quantum Wash.

Features

• 27,000 lm output through a massive 343 mm (13.5 in.) front lens — brightest in the MAC Aura family and 70% more than the MAC Quantum Wash
• RGBL (Red, Green, Blue, Lime) LED engine — enhanced CRI, TM-30, and TLCI for superior skin tone and color rendering vs. RGBW
• 234-LED pixelated Aura backlight — individual RGB control of each LED for captivating "round video screen" eye-candy effects
• 37-pixel beam array — individual RGB control of each of the 37 beam pixels for P3 video mapping
• 1:5.3 zoom ratio — motorized, belt-driven, fast, and near-silent from 6.5° to 34.2°
• IP54-rated XIP weatherproof technology — use indoors or temporarily outdoors with no compromises in size, weight, or noise
• Dark lens design — discreet appearance that blends into décors and maximizes contrast for pixel effects
• Pan: 540° / Tilt: 250° — with 16-bit control resolution in all DMX modes
• Optional BeamShaper accessory for specialized beam shaping applications
• P3 video mapping — crossfade between DMX and video control on beam, aura, or both
• Multi-protocol control — DMX, RDM, Art-Net, sACN, Martin P3, plus Universal Connect Module slot for wireless and additional protocols
• NFC interface — Companion Mobile app for easy addressing and diagnostics without AC power
• Six DMX modes: Compact (22ch), Basic (38ch), Extended (149ch), Ludicrous (266ch), Plaid (851ch), Compact Direct (22ch)
• Backlit LCD display with battery-powered operation; yoke handles for easier transport and rigging
• Firmware update via USB-C, DMX (Martin Companion), or Ethernet
• Recommended use: Concert touring, outdoor festivals, broadcast/TV, theater, corporate events, large-scale installations

Specifications

Light Source (Beam)

• LED Engine: 37 x 40 W RGBL LEDs
• Max. Total Beam LED Engine Power: 830 W
• Fixture Luminous Output: 27,000 lm
• Front Lens Diameter: 343 mm (13.5 in.)
• Minimum LED Lifetime: >50,000 hours (to >70% luminous output)

Light Source (Aura Backlight)

• Aura LEDs: 234 individually controllable RGB LEDs
• Max. Total Aura LED Engine Power: 70 W

Optics

• Zoom Range: 1:5.3 — 6.5° to 34.2°
• Zoom System: Motorized, belt-driven, fast and near-silent

Dynamic Effects

• Beam Color Mixing: RGB(L), independently variable 0–100%
• Beam Color Temperature Control: Variable 2,000–12,850 K
• Beam Tint Control: Variable green-magenta shift Δuv -0.05 to +0.05
• Beam Virtual Color Wheel: 48 color presets, continuous rotation, random color
• Beam Pixel Mapping: Individual RGB control of each of the 37 beam pixels
• Beam Dimmer/Shutter: 0–100% continuous dimming, regular and random strobe, instant open and blackout
• Beam Dimming Curves: Choice of four
• Aura Color Mixing: RGB, independently variable 0–100%
• Aura Color Temperature Control: Variable 2,000–12,850 K
• Aura Tint Control: Variable green-magenta shift Δuv -0.05 to +0.05
• Aura Pixel Mapping: Individual control of each of the 234 Aura LEDs
• Aura Dimmer/Shutter: 0–100% continuous dimming, regular and random strobe, instant open and blackout
• Pan: 540°
• Tilt: 250°
• P3 Mix: Video mapping with variable crossfade between DMX and video control
• Pre-programmed FX: Two ranges, independent or synchronized, with foreground/background color, speed, and direction control

Control

• Protocols: DMX, RDM, Art-Net (1/2/3/4 + RDM over Art-Net), sACN, Martin P3, Universal Connect Module slot
• DMX Modes: Compact (22ch), Basic (38ch), Extended (149ch), Ludicrous (266ch), Plaid (851ch), Compact Direct (22ch)
• 16-bit Parameters: Beam and Aura dimming, beam color mixing, zoom, BeamShaper indexing, pan, tilt
• Setting and Addressing: Display menu, NFC, RDM, RDM over Art-Net, or Martin P3
• Local User Interface: Backlit LCD display with battery-powered operation and integrated NFC antenna
• DMX Compliance: USITT DMX512-A
• RDM Compliance: ANSI/ESTA E1.20
• Art-Net Compliance: Art-Net 1, 2, 3, and 4
• sACN Compliance: ANSI E1.31-2018
• Martin P3 Compliance: P3 System Controller Software 6.2.0 or newer
• Ethernet: 10/100 Mbit with fail-safe bypass (Neutrik etherCON)
• Connections: Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 (power in/thru), Neutrik 5-pin locking XLR (DMX/RDM in/thru), Neutrik etherCON x2 (Ethernet in/thru), USB-C (firmware)
• Firmware Update: USB-C, DMX via Martin Companion, or Ethernet

Electrical

• AC Power: 100–240 V AC nominal, 50/60 Hz
• Power Consumption Maximum: 1,120 W
• Power Consumption Hibernation: 6 W

Physical

• Protection Rating: IP54 (XIP weatherproof technology)
• Housing: High-impact thermoplastic with dark lens
• Color: Black
• Handles: Yoke handles for easier transport and rigging

Ordering Information

• MAC Aura Raven XIP in SiP (in cardboard box with SiP foam flight case insert): P/N MAR-90250405HU
• MAC Aura Raven XIP in Cardboard (in cardboard box with EPS, reused material): P/N MAR-90250400HU

What's in the Box

• Martin MAC Aura Raven XIP fixture
• Two omega brackets with 1/4 turn fasteners for rigging clamp attachment
  
• SoftLens
  
• Multi-Language Safety and Installation Manual