hey guys
i just ordered 2 pocket scans but i only just relised they are 100 watts. when you think about it that is not very bright. does any one here think they are good lights??????????
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Whatsup D-J-X
I have four of them and I love them to death. LOL, for my events which is mostly all Mobile there bright enough, use some fog with it if you can to show the effect of the beams. Also with the fog you can see the laser in it which is a very cool effect, BUT if for some odd reason you don't like them, return them if you can and get the Mighty Scan, it's about the same size but heavier. There brighter and have better strobing effects. Have fun with them, and also eventually get a controller for it, you'll have more fun with it then.
Phil
I have four of them and I love them to death. LOL, for my events which is mostly all Mobile there bright enough, use some fog with it if you can to show the effect of the beams. Also with the fog you can see the laser in it which is a very cool effect, BUT if for some odd reason you don't like them, return them if you can and get the Mighty Scan, it's about the same size but heavier. There brighter and have better strobing effects. Have fun with them, and also eventually get a controller for it, you'll have more fun with it then.
Phil
I use 2 Pocket Scans and I love them. Yeah, I read all the posts about the mighty 'Mighty', but unless you are involved in large-scale stage productions, the Pockets will do just fine. I have used them in large halls with low house lighting AND dark settings and they perform GREAT! Personally, I feel that the DJ's that opt for the most powerful, brightest intells, (for use in smaller halls!!) are either doing a dis-service to their clients by nearly blinding them, or over-compensating for 'something'. (or both 
) Give the Pockets a chance. Pick up the DMX Operator if you can. One more thing. The negative posts concerning the Pockets lasers is mostly bullspit. My lasers put dots on my walls about the diameter of pencils at only 8-10 feet and are highly visible with just a little fog. The DMX Operators pot #7 allows you to use JUST the lasers which makes for a VERY cool show especially when used with one of those green 'club lasers'. Good luck and I hope I helped. -Ken-
) Give the Pockets a chance. Pick up the DMX Operator if you can. One more thing. The negative posts concerning the Pockets lasers is mostly bullspit. My lasers put dots on my walls about the diameter of pencils at only 8-10 feet and are highly visible with just a little fog. The DMX Operators pot #7 allows you to use JUST the lasers which makes for a VERY cool show especially when used with one of those green 'club lasers'. Good luck and I hope I helped. -Ken-
...Oh, and I forgot. The lasers are steady enough to even use a couple of bounce mirrors. Don't get tooooo carried away tho. 4 is about my limit but in a a small dark room, go crazy and use more. Later!! -Ken-
Pocket Scans have smaller gobos, so they appear to be as bright as many 250 watt scanners.
WOAH!! Signatures!! Than you!
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Oh...I guess not, oh well.
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Oh...I guess not, oh well.
Oh, also when you first go to Americandj.com, what is that photo that usually appears on the destination page? Thats right, a Pocket Scan. Ya know why? Prolly cuz it's one of ADJ's most popular products. Can I get a A-MEN?!! -Ken-
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ya the pocket scan uses a 100 watt light but they narrow the beam so much it makes it look brighter, con side to it is that you dont get a very big wash area... oh well i have 5 of them and am planning on getting more~!! then on to the tracoman Yoke lights