Q4 doesn’t forgive slow turnarounds. Weddings stack up, holiday shows pop fast, and corporate parties want clean looks at short notice. This guide maps three stage lighting packages you can stock now—anchored by a versatile moving head package—plus accessories, spares, and flight-case logic that reduce touches. You’ll also get simple pricing math for rentals, cash-flow tips, and an Excel checklist to copy. Starshine supports bulk orders, OEM/ODM branding, and factory-direct parts—so your kits stay standardized and profitable through New Year’s.
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| Q4 Demand Snapshot · Three Package Tiers · Standardized Accessories & Spares · Turnover & Cash Flow · Transport & Packing · Maintenance SOP · FAQ (Buyer’s Guide) · CTA |
Q4 Demand Snapshot (weddings / holidays / corporate)
- Clean beam looks, flattering skin tones, compact footprints, low fan noise.
- Pre-baked scenes for entrance, first dance, speeches, open dance.
- Add a small rental kit of dimmable front light for photo/video.
- Weather-aware accents (IP lids & cables), sparkle gobos, fast set/strike.
- Window displays and foyers love a micro package with 2–4 heads + short truss.
- Keep a small stock of outdoor-rated True1 cable for weekend runs.
- Branded gobos, podium key-light, camera-clean base (3,600–4,200 K).
- A consistent moving head backbone lets visiting operators land quickly.
- Prep a simple showfile so crew rotation doesn’t slow doors.
Three Package Tiers (Entry / Mainstream / Flagship)
Principle: One standardized moving head package across all tiers. Scale counts and add-ons; don’t change the language of your rig.
Goal: cover 150–300 pax dancefloor + small stage.
- 4 × 470–600 W moving heads (spot/beam with CTO)
- 4 × LED washes or PARs for face/fill
- 1 × compact controller (macro buttons, basic DMX record)
- Cable set: 3/5-pin DMX, PowerCON/True1, clamps, safeties
| Item | Qty | Power (W) | Weight (kg) | Volume (L) | Day Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moving Head (470–600 W) | 4 | 2,400 | 88 | 420 | $320 |
| LED PAR / Wash | 4 | 300 | 14 | 90 | $80 |
| Compact Controller | 1 | 30 | 10 | 35 | $60 |
| Subtotal | — | — | — | — | $460 |
Who books it: weddings, DJs, small corporate, retail activations. Add a quiet hazer (if allowed) and two fans for gentle movement.
Goal: 300–600 pax, branded looks, camera-friendly whites.
- 6 × 600–700 W moving heads (profile mix)
- 6 × LED wash bars or Fresnels
- 1 × quiet hazer + 2 × fans
- Mid-level console with playback faders
| Item | Qty | Power (W) | Weight (kg) | Volume (L) | Day Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moving Head (600–700 W) | 6 | 4,200 | 138 | 630 | $600 |
| LED Wash Bar | 6 | 600 | 42 | 160 | $180 |
| Hazer + Fans | 1 + 2 | 500 | 26 | 110 | $90 |
| Controller (mid) | 1 | 40 | 12 | 40 | $110 |
| Subtotal | — | — | — | — | $980 |
Who books it: ballrooms, mid-sized stages, brand parties. Add a “logo gobo” option for podiums.
Flagship (ballroom XL / small arena / tented outdoor)
Goal: 600–1,200 pax, broadcast-friendly, layered looks.
- 8 × 700 W moving heads (beam/profile)
- 8 × LED wash (RGBAW/UV) + 4 × blinders
- Pro console (timecode-ready) + distro + network switch
- Weather lids / covers as needed
| Item | Qty | Power (W) | Weight (kg) | Volume (L) | Day Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moving Head (700 W) | 8 | 5,600 | 184 | 840 | $940 |
| LED Wash (RGBAW/UV) | 8 | 1,000 | 56 | 210 | $320 |
| Blinders | 4 | 800 | 20 | 70 | $120 |
| Controller (pro) | 1 | 60 | 18 | 55 | $180 |
| Subtotal | — | — | — | — | $1,560 |
Who books it: headline corporate, tented holiday events, televised look-and-feel. Touring-grade flight cases with foam speed deck work.
- PowerCON/True1 mains, 3/5-pin DMX, safety wires, single clamp type.
- 2× spare mains and DMX per case; tape, black tie line, lens cloths.
- Printed address map in lid + QR to digital showfiles.
- Fans, fuses, yoke knobs, tilt belts, encoder, PSU for the common head.
- Each kit carries a “rescue pack” to prevent warehouse returns mid-run.
The short math (example): Kit CAPEX: $10,000 · Day rate: $980 (mainstream) · Utilization target: 6 days/month → Gross/month ≈ $5,880 → Break-even ≈ 1.8 months (before ops).
- Add pick/pack line (e.g., $30), delivery, and damage waiver (8–12%).
- Weekend bundles (Fri–Mon) at 2.2×; weekly rate ≈ 3× day rate.
- Track ROI monthly; retire low-margin SKUs; duplicate top-turning packages.
Transport & Packing: Case Specs, Flight Cases, Labels
- “2 heads per case” for large heads; “4 pars per case” standard.
- Side + lid labels; QR to showfiles; laminated pick list inside lid.
- Touring-grade flight case with glide rails speeds deck work.
- Max 90 cm case height; ratchet straps + corner protectors.
- Rain cover on top case; verify lift-gate access at venues.
- Clean lenses; check fan noise; test pan/tilt accel & backlash.
- White uniformity: all heads at 70% (3,800–4,200 K); verify macros on controller.
- Run quick haze test; check filters and fluid levels where applicable.
- Keep 1× spare head per 8 units to hot-swap on site; repair in shop later.
- Maintain DOA tags; log serials and fault codes; close loop with RMA.
FAQ (Buyer’s Guide)
What minimums qualify for bulk pricing?
Bulk starts at 8 moving heads or 24 LED washes. Mixed rental kit builds count. Ask for a consolidated quote for better tiers.
Can you do OEM/ODM and custom casework?
Yes—OEM/ODM branding on fixtures and flight-case skins, with foam drawings from our manufacturer team. Factory bench-test reports included.
Lead time for Q4?
Stock kits ship in 3–5 business days; branded or custom foam in 10–15 business days depending on queue.
Are these kits cross-rental friendly?
Yes—standard connectors, simple macros, and printed address maps cut training time. Operators can land on a moving head package in minutes.
How should I set rates?
Target a base day rate that pays back CAPEX in 2–3 months at your historical utilization. Ladder weekend and weekly rates logically; include a damage waiver.
What about service parts and warranty?
Factory parts, hot-swap in select regions, and a clear RMA flow. Keep PSU/fan kits for the most common heads to reduce lost showtime.
Standardize your Q4 lanes in one afternoon. Grab the Q4 Rental Package Packing Checklist (copyable Excel), address maps, and case labels.