I Made my Modular Lighting Rig Better - V2

[@Jimbob_Offical]

I think you have just made every major lighting manufacturer shat themselves, honestly what you have created is flawless, i didn't expect this long awaited update video to be so major i was expecting it to be similar to the version one but with a diffrent voltage, pixel mapping and a little more compact. But you have easily outdone yourself, congrats! I'm going to share this video with everyone I know who might show any signs of being remotely interested. The possibilities are endless!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Sharing this video is so appreciated

[@1029wan]

I think he should start a brand for that I would really like to pay for that, most of the products on the market now is too difficult for beginners

[@ethanstulberg8427]

AHHHH. Dude. As an electrical engineer and self proclaimed lighting designer myself, this is EXACTLY what I’ve wanted and looked to build myself. This is so so cool and am kind of mad that I finally got approved for budget to make V1 and now I definitely have to go back and ask for more to make this thing. So cool, and good luck with this!!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

V2 should be similar in cost to V1 so you should still be fine! Working on getting more concrete numbers together ASAP

[@robintangelder1676]

As an independent DJ, I absolutely love this!! Especially the part where you use Touch Designer, if a DJ can just use his music as an input and have the DMX react to it, that sounds ideal for any music!

[@billklement2492]

The project's really coming along! The aluminum spool sides being cut from the same sheet is genius! Saves money and waste, and no loss in performance! Looks cool, too! Glad you're working with the addressable LEDs. Just adds to it! Keep up the great work!!!

[@WINLOVE]

As a performer who hacked together a light set up that gets the job done but is VERY inefficient to put together (taking anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour to set up), I am so glad I was able to find this page so I can upgrade to something so efficient. Now EVERY performance I have can be set up with lights, instead of only a select few where I have time. Thank you so much for this work and looking forward to this product.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Ah I'm glad i could maybe give you some ideas to help with your setup! This was the main driving force when I designed the original system especially since some of the changeovers between bands were like 5 minutes and I had to set up a drum kit as well so this was an absolute necessity for the groups I was playing with! We often got compliments from stage hands about how we were the fastest show theyve ever seen set up by a long shot

[@chrisdobyns5166]

As someone looking at a DIY lighting solution for my current musical projects, I just want to say thank you for this whole series in general! Your explanation is in depth and completely thought out, and you have genuinely thought all of the kinks!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much!

[@SamusSelf-Destruct]

As a musician and former lighting designer turned electrical engineering student, this is awesome and tickles all of my fancies. I've been working on designs for something that is basically one of these, but I've been struggling with a couple of aspects of what I need it to do. I think that I can adapt some of your design here to make my project work, as well as a couple of other projects I've got planned but haven't been able to get around to yet.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Amazing! If you wanted to chat more about your plans, feel free to reach out on the discord linked in the description!

[@lunchpailgoblin1518]

i think you just changed the industry. cant wait to see the full kit in production.. your website should have the same aesthetic as the 13:10 "choose your configuation" section. that looks so slick.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much! Aha I had a fun time making that part of the video. We're still working on the site so we might be able to incorporate some of that aesthetic!

[@RJ_Eckie]

Holy freakin whut!! This video has so many levels of mindblowingness. Everything seems incredibly well thought out to actual, practical situations of creative individuals. I’m speechless

[@SaturnsReturn77]

You just earned a lifetime subscriber. I’m blown away by the concept and implementation but your presentation is spot on. I see huge impact coming to the underground/renegade scene! Tremendously inspiring and a top job well done - thank you!

[@edden3560]

I just found your channel, and as a musician, computer science student, and tinkerer, you got me watching your videos at 12:30am knowing I have a 8am in the morning

[@SuperValidDesigns]

As someone who often goes down youtube rabbit holes at night despite early mornings, i really appreciate this comment! Hope you weren't too tired!

[@kelvinfunkner]

ok! I came here from the version 1 video and already commented on that one that you should start up a manufacturing company, and so this was a real treat to see that you're already doing that!!!! And so far from what I can see this is going to be a HUGE hit!!! The simplicity of setup and sheer power of the effect blows away most ground systems I've seen. The design of the spool is genius to save on materials but still look amazing! And I've already mentioned in the other video but I'll say it again....Canadians rock!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Appreciate the comments! Hopefully we can get these systems out to enough people to get the ball rolling!

[@Luisinuay]

best thing to ever happen to the industry

[@KTPDAILY]

COOL DUDE - COOL BRAIN - COOL HAIR - COOL NESS ALL AROUND BRO

[@trcmf]

This is AWESOME. As a sound and lighting guy I’m in love with it. As an employee at a metal fab shop who uses Fusion all day, those bases are perfection.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Awe man, it means a lot that you can appreciate the bases! They are my favourite part of the system ahaha

[@dwdrmz]

This is AMAZING work. Really super super cool man. I'm here to support and encourage this journey as our band has recently started looking into DIY lighting kits to up our live shows. Very impressive work

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks! Please reach out if you have any questions!

[@CryptikDesign]

I'm building my first diy lamp for my son that space themed. But this is NEXT LEVEL amazing! Great JOB!

[@NathanNavarrete-r5m]

Do you have a video showing what you are working on I have a similar interest right now.

[@NeonCygenta]

Wow, this is Perfekt! Thanks alot, this changes everything. It is a perfection of the system i wanted to do for my new band Project!Talking as a Light Operator doing Stage lighting with "Professional Manufactured" Fixtures for many Years now, this Is way more Thought through as most super Expensive Fixtures on the Market. And the Look is just beautiful! Thanks so much !!!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@davidspiers6638]

I've been building this same thing in my head for years. If you have the potential I'd recommend designing in a pipe clamp attachment to the spool so you could mount them upside down on a lighting rig. Great work!!!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

That's a great idea! We are working on additional fixtures that are more tailored for rigging as opposed to using the spool base

[@alexwhite7827]

This is amazing. Can't wait to purchase the entire system, fully assembled, since my EE chops are weak sauce.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Hoping to get this out asap! Did you fill out the survey on the website?

[@alexwhite7827]

Yes I did! Look forward to hearing from you guys.

[@EmmanuelB]

Well, this is just amazing. That project went from clever DIY to professional revolution. I'm slowly getting into the world of stage lighting and this is simply inspiring!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much!

[@mustafayesil5482]

Since he start to explain V1, I was researching project like this. This dude change my mind about the project which I want to build and add some vision to me. Thanks man!

[@NEFdaily]

This is huge 🔥 implemented the V1 on our bands current tour, and it’s been a breeze. Hype for the future of PETAL!!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Love that you've been having success with v1!

[@VincePutnam]

I am the pastor of a large church and have been looking for something like this for years. Can't wait to get one and start playing with it!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I love it! It's been a fun project so far. Much more to come!

[@lordtyroxx]

I'm just here to try to make this work for D&D sessions. I've been using WLED for a while, so this would be idea and I could pack up the lights in a box after sessions.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

What a great use case!

[@ZEWEKE]

This is so awesome! Thank you and I cannot wait for the future videos

[@lanemurphy8395]

I love it! So glad to see this come together. I hope you have great success with it

[@jonnyv7235]

God bless you sir. You, your designs, and this channel are awesome. Keep up the inspiring work!

[@goigle]

Phenomenal work dude, this is such an awesome project

[@Xsiondu]

Hell yeah. Super good start. Love it

[@CuproAT]

Thats an awesome idea, just got the video from a colleague. We already have our own idea to control LED Stripes with DMX, but your idea to make it all transportable is great.

[@1029wan]

this version 2 is awesome, i can understand and it seems very helpful such as a beginner like me. I can’t wait to follow your instructions to get more awesome lighting in our band room

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much! I am starting to upload more in depth videos on the petal lighting KZbin channel linked in the description of you want some more info!

[@ad-hominem]

Great idea. You're a kindred spirit. I'm exited for the spools and plan to order some to support you; but I'm also unbelievably excited about the software/controller as I've beaten a large flat spot onto my forehead over the last 15 years or so trying to find the right software to realize my ideas for my current DMX stage lighting rig.

[@instrumentenfreak]

You did a fantastic job with this! I definately want to purchase as soon as you put it on your website.

[@emile.gingras.artiste]

Wowwww, I'm been only 6 months and I still feel late to the party! Mindblowing proposition, generous and intelligent work. Thank you, I will be buying a kit for sure!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much!

[@jjgoodwin7728]

Brilliant. I have been gathering parts to make my version of your V1 and this has thrown the cat amongst the pigeons! Amazing build, well-done, great design

[@piotr-rudnicki]

Damn man! That's awesome! I was trying to build my own addressable tube lights, actually I built some prototypes with wooden bases last year fairly inspired by your old videos about diffusion and basically a version 1, but for my setup I couldn't afford the DMX as I was using WS2812 led strips for that, 60 pixels per meter (180 channels per 1 meter tube). So I came up with the ridiculous idea that I can do that using Arduino as I also want to connect that to Ableton Live. So I programmed this whole thing from scratch in Arduino but I also had to make my own plugin in MAX to have a connection via Live. I'm now finishing up rebuilding the lights using your v1 idea with this home depot made bases etc. But I see now it won't be that versatile as Petal. From this place I want to congratulate you man! You are an inspiration, you have to know that!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Really appreciate the kind words! Good luck with your project!

[@nottaco4033]

This is so friggin cool! As a self taught lighting designer for musical preferences and dj’s I really want to try something like this. What really caught my eye is the touch designer pixel control which is really confusing me and I can’t find anything about it online. 😢 could you make a programming tutorial and teach us how to dig octa? I found you while searching for ways to control custom LED fixtures in cells (pixel groups) and I can’t find anything this cool! You are on another level of genius ❤

[@BITE_MECHANISM]

You deserve everything that is coming your way 💪 really good stuff!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I really appreciate that, thanks so much!

[@starwarsmaniac09]

Literally changing the game, you are a Pioneer!

[@starwarsmaniac09]

Oh my GOD! so excited!!

[@jcub2491]

Simply Phenomenal! ❤

[@majorredbeard]

Nice! And using the Dig Octa no less, brilliant choice and makes it possible to control with DMX when using the Sync modes of WLED, too.

[@vfromabove]

Thanks a lot for all your posts. Wonderful to see how you upgraded the original analog lights. You inspired me to build my own version of mobil light strips. Since I couldn´t get cheap plastic tubes I used metal rails with mat plexi covers. It looks very slim and smooth. I might also build a pixel version of them at some stage! Keep it going and all the best!

[@amazingvangari]

This is mindblowing! Thanks dude! I was looking for something like this ❤

[@steubens7]

wLED supports UDP and art-net too, one of the coolest things about building something with wLED is that you can send udp packets at any time and they'll update the display. so you can throw together and hack stuff that incorporates all the wLED instances you have around, even in clocks and other specialized displays

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I'm still learning WLED so this is a really cool comment! If you havent already joined, I'd love to connect on the discord channel at some point to pick your brain! discord.gg/9DrgG3NVAE

[@DmacDomage]

Amazing! What impressive R&D. Bravo

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Many thanks!

[@ignaciorodriguezmelgarejo9526]

Ayyyyy was looking forward to seing this video

[@kenlad75]

this is simply epic, amazing work

[@rapveterans]

Damn, you killed it

[@silentrice7399]

I was super thrown off, I thought you were holding a 3D printing spool of filament. It was a pleasant surprise to see it was a open source lighting rig!

[@LukeStaude]

I'm buying this as soon as it's available, awesome design work here

[@SuperValidDesigns]

The website is now live! Petallighting.com

[@daltonenfield3728]

I had JUST found your analog system videos a couple days ago and was getting ready to pull the trigger on building one, but then I see THIS! Good christ man this is a bloody gold mine. I shall indeed be a customer. Good luck!

[@HHashi]

Lighting isn't even relevant to me, but I've watched all your videos and have subbed. There's so much thought and care that goes into everything you build, it's very inspiring. I have no doubt you'll rapidly grow as a channel given the quality of the content and passion you have for what you do. Can't wait to see more!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I really appreciate your support!

[@Caza390]

Underrated dude!! Open source, with community involvement and looking to improve the restrictive world of media lighting for a modular one is something I’m looking forward to!

[@paulbeech372]

Dude you are a genius , I love your design and the thought that has gone into building versions one and two and are amazing especially version two with the new spools , I mean to come up with the idea of using the spools as the light bases is inspired , I would definitely buy the entire light rig if it became available for widespread sale , I would love to make my own but i am only just getting into lighting and don't have that much knowledge yet so yeah would definitely buy them , all in all your design is very awesome and seriously impressive , subscribed straight away and look forwards to more videos , nice work dude 🤘

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much! That means a lot 🥹. We are just about to start shipping the diy kits which can be assembled with very little experience required, if that’s something you might be interested in. Come join the discord channel linked in the description though if you wanted to chat more!

[@Nicsiq]

I LOVE you for doing this.

[@Shine-bm6nm]

Amazing work!

[@FrostedJr]

I haven't watched it but I love it already!

[@lato_o]

Just amazing big thanks 🙏🔥

[@rapfreak7797]

It’s been exciting watching the development

[@vinivanmeijgaarden6189]

woaw this is so cool. I already started on building V1 but this is so much better. I gues im gonna start building this now. Thanks for making the spools purchasable, I was already thinking: how am I gonna make that haha

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Awe I'm excited to see how your build turns out! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

[@lossless4129]

INCREDIBLE

[@djlabtested]

bro shut up and take my money what da heeeeeeell🤯 great work! 💪looking forward for more content and updates! that's the future of event lightning for suuuuure! much love from UA🇺🇦☀

[@robertnorris4642]

Very cool set up!!!

[@JbLessons]

Absolutely amazing!

[@acidangel162]

Amazing upgrades! DXM was great back in 1986 but is woefully obsolete in 2024. I'm glad you went with wifi and ethernet. Your first version was held back by this standard. Now this current version looks amazing and I might be building one. Being able to set up something in minutes is game changing.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much! I agree, DMX is very limited and the ethernet option opens up so many more capabilities!

[@LyconQFIN]

Very nice design! I would like to know more in depth about connecting everything together and electrical side. I was also wondering what is the KZbin channel of Andrew and Austin for touchdesinger stuff? :/

[@BillBensen]

Soooo awesome! You are pushing the boundaries and we are watching!!

[@AUStoNYCDirect]

So cool!

[@pixluxxbuiltthewave]

Love this and seeing how far you have come from the first prototype to now. May I ask if this works with MA3?

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much! It should work well with MA3. It can easily be controlled with artnet or SACN

[@AndreiPulver]

Dude! You are about to change the game!

[@ravemind8433]

Great project. I'm going to look into trying to build your design. I just finished my own, But it's not as robust for touring applications. You should definitely build daisy chaining into V3, each dig OCTA output can control 600 pixels, and most, if not all, pixel control software allows you to split each Pixel string into multiple fixtures.

[@joelthurner3682]

this is fucking amazing, you nailed it man.

[@TheFloppyDiskNinja]

QLC+ gang! Open source all the way! Give it a try!

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I will!

[@glotrim]

Beautiful cat 🐈

[@venjsystems]

really great stuff

[@NotDrDre]

I have zero need for this kind of lighting but damn I’m excited about this project! 🎉🎉🎉

[@pjforde1978]

Your progress on this system is so exciting to watch. Really excited to get involved and hopefully contribute in the future.

[@calebconfer4029]

Loved the first video. So happy the second video showed up on my feed! Cheers

[@grantcoffman27]

You are the Goat my guy.

[@ha4mmer]

This is insanely fresh

[@noahchinault8604]

Big ups! I was immediately a fan of version 1 back when I first stumbled into your build and you've done a fantastic job with the upgrades. It sounds like I have been on a similar path as Andrew and Austin with the software side of things, especially with Touchdesigner becoming the central control for all on-stage visual fx, Do they have a channel?

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much for sticking around! Andy and Austin are going to start making videos on the Petal Lighting KZbin Channel soon! If you join the Petal Discord Channel linked in the description, we keep everyone updated there and feel free to reach out as well!

[@AUStoNYCDirect]

so cool!

[@MrKoolya]

Awsome design, reels and stands at the same time, it's genius! I would really like to know more about the touch designer, WLED settings and connecting the touch designer to the WLED

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much! I am going to start putting out more tutorial style videos on the Petal Lighting youtube channel where there will be some much more in depth Touch Designer and WLED videos soon!

[@noahsreview1357]

As A lighting engineer in training, If I could get it to work with a traditional lighting desk this has limitless posibilities. I feel like this would be perfect for photography or some Eyecandy effects at an event

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Totally, the lighting desk thing is something I'm not too sure on as I dont have too much experience with that kind of hardware, but this system should be easy to incorporate with any desks that can use artnet. Other than that, the rig can be built in an analogue configuration that only uses 24 DMX channels. The tubes will be limited to one colour at a time (as opposed to individual pixels within each tube) but I used an analogue system for years prior to this V2 rig and it worked amazingly

[@noahsreview1357]

@@SuperValidDesigns The analogue should be fairly simple to get working, most desks support artnet. My main concern would be getting the individually adressable strips working, fixtures like LED Battons work fairly well which in simple terms have the desk see each LED as seperate fixtures under the main fixture, I might be able to get something like that working with the strips, but it is hard to tell without having the hardware on hand.

[@360vrlabs]

love your light system! the amount of time and detail you put into everything you've done is super impressive!!! hopefully, i'll get to buy some of your stuff and put them into good use. Keep on doing what you're doing...you are truly amazing :)

[@traviscarrier3339]

This is amazing. Watching this video inspired me with so many different ideas, both on a creative side and a logistics side. You are all designing an incredible product here that I am very interested in. I didn’t think I’d see someone else program lights using a DMXIS & Ableton, do you use all automation lanes to program or do you use the MIDI method?

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I was using all automation lines originally but this new rig will go more the MIDI method and I may even start designing shows using videos and basic graphic design programs which then get uploaded into touchdesigner as a media file

[@traviscarrier3339]

@@SuperValidDesigns That is awesome! Bummer they stopped making the DMXIS, gotta make sure nothing happens to the one I have now lol. This is such a cool setup, the work you put in is really incredible. Definitely something that can change the DIY lighting game for smaller bands/musicians.

[@BryanPierson]

Unbelievably cool. I'm really intrigued by the switch to the pixel controller. I mean....let's be honest, I'm really intrigued by all of it haha. Great work!

[@michaeloverfield7198]

This is incredible, so excited to see where this goes

[@Rethelorn]

These look amazing! I’m going to be doing a Star Wars themed Halloween and most of this will be perfect for my setup, except I’ll be setting them up as lightsabers! At 16:44 you show the ability to stack the tubes. Have you done more with that? And can you provide any more details on what parts you used?

[@SuperValidDesigns]

These stacking tubes were pretty rough prototypes but we are working on a refined version of these now and I will have a video about them soon!

[@xcruell]

Dude my mind blew when you showed us how you did the whole spool out of one metal circle. 10/10 design man Edit: 4:25 idk but cant you send like 5v and 12v over the cable? same data and same gnd, so you can use 12v and 24v strips/lamps? I don't know if its worth it but i can imagine there are cool lamps only for 12v and maybe other cool ones only coming in 24v, so you are even more flexible. Edit2: NVM 2minutes later you talked about exactly that thought.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I definitely want to make 5v and 12v fixtures work with this system as they allow for more dense pixel configurations. Coming soon!

[@SeanReigle]

Glad you went to 24v!

[@PixelPlayslLP]

add an m10 thread to a center point of the base or add an Omega quick Lock to have the Option to Quickly add an clamp becasue such lamps can be a Nice thing if they hang down or sideways too most of stage Lighting Clamps for Trussing using an m10 Screw to mount stuff to the clamp To have an more easy dmx Connection search for an ArtNet/Sacn Board aka DMX over network or search for a Klingnet module that is common for Pixel Lamps I use Obsidian Onyx with thier Pixel Mapping Software build in Dylos where you can send Pixel mapp as simple Fixtures and you can use Resolume a paid Video Mapping Software for a Artnet mapping too

[@SuperValidDesigns]

That’s a good idea to have the clamp option. I’m considering making some bases without the spool specifically for mounting horizontally

[@PixelPlayslLP]

@@SuperValidDesigns For the Clamp as said you have 2 options A M10 thread would be more psace Efficent or a Omega Bracket on the Spool its an Quarter Turn Quick Lock

[@SuperValidDesigns]

@PixelPlayslLP I’ll look into that for sure! Thank you!

[@nato_slmn]

amazing

[@muratcaglayan9242]

This is a great project. Actually I am trying to re-create the tube lights v1. and I am really interested in how v2 will go. Quick feedback: as mentioned the website will be updated, in current page the font colors mixing with background colors and everything is white on offering section when you access the page from desktop chrome.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

Thanks so much for bringing this to my attention! We are still working on the website and we are still learning how to do this so the feedback is very much appreciated!

[@baptistetardy2133]

you are a genius, I was looking to build some led pixel bars since a while but wasn't sure how, too many options, thank you made it more clear in my head now just need to express creativity Any idea on how I could do a similar setup but with truss clamps instead of ground stacking ?

[@SuperValidDesigns]

There certainly are infinite possibilities with all these parts! I think a truss clamp set up will work great! I think you'd just need to use some sort of locking connector like xlr or nl4 to connect the fixtures instead of the spool socket system (Though i am currently brainstorming a hanging rig) but truss clamps should be able to attach easily to your fixtures! Feel free to message me on discord: discord.gg/9DrgG3NVAE

[@jammidj]

perfect. using a dig octa! this is soooo cool! well done sir!

[@skylar7320]

Very nicely thought out, the spool/stands are very clever. I would caution that you have a LOT of exposed power connections and even at 24V and fused that can start a fire or worse, fry an instrument. On a dark stage and in a hurry, more intrinsically safe connections will be worth it in the long run, even if it’s not as quick and clever as the connections you have here.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

That's a good point. I think the safest option would be to use a more off the shelf socket solution vs the 3d printed socket I designed. I'm going to do a bunch of safety testing also. The only exposed power connections are in the sockets of the spools and the pixel controller should only send signal when the fixture is int place but I'm gonna look into this more!

[@cykes5124]

T polish this you could make the spools more compact + weighted, the LED tubes compactible, and a much smaller connector, keeping the XLR type jacketing ofc. You could use this as a method to generate industry hype through modular designs as well. Your bases could then just be cheap esp32's that translate to your RGB protocol. Others could make different things for their specific purposes, retaining all the features you were making anyways. Perhaps in a few iterations translate this to wireless stations with wireless charging - the nrf series of boards can do low power stuff.

[@SuperValidDesigns]

I love the way you're thinking! This is exactly where id like to see the project go, with the community going wild with their own designs