What is moving light and how does it work?

Moving light describes motorised, remotely controllable stage fixtures that redirect their beam in real time across a room or stage. Moving lights work by driving pan and tilt motors — pan rotates the beam horizontally (often up to 540°), tilt moves it vertically (up to 270°) — while simultaneously changing colour, gobo, dimmer and beam width. Control usually runs over the DMX512 protocol from a lighting console or, on simpler models, via built-in music control. This dynamic behaviour lets a single moving light replace several static spotlights and create constantly changing, atmospheric effects.

What is a Moving Head?

A Moving Head is the most common type of moving light, in which the entire projection head — lamp, lens and effects — moves on motorised pan and tilt axes. This gives a Moving Head a large action radius and smooth, natural beam movement, allowing it to light different zones, objects or performers in sequence. Moving Heads come in three optical variants: Spot for sharp gobo projection, Wash for soft area coverage and Beam for narrow aerial effects. They are controlled via DMX and are the backbone of professional stage, club and concert lighting.

What is a light scanner?

A light scanner is a moving-light fixture that keeps its housing stationary and steers the beam using an electromechanically driven mirror. Because the mirror has far lower mass than a full moving head, a scanner can reposition its beam extremely quickly, making it ideal for fast, rhythmic and punchy dancefloor effects. Scanners typically include gobo wheels and colour options to create distinctive patterns. Their rapid movement gives a different visual character from Moving Heads, which is why many lighting designers combine scanners for fast accents with Moving Heads for versatile main effects.

What types of moving lights are there?

There are three main types of moving lights. Moving Heads move their entire head on pan and tilt motors and split into Spot, Wash and Beam optics. Scanners keep the body fixed and steer the beam with a fast-moving mirror, ideal for quick effects. Moving effects are multi-beam fixtures that produce rotating beam patterns and colour rays with minimal programming, popular with mobile DJs. Combining all three — Moving Heads for flexibility, scanners for speed and moving effects for easy dancefloor coverage — gives you a complete, layered light show for any venue.

What is the difference between Spot, Wash and Beam moving heads?

The difference between Spot, Wash and Beam Moving Heads lies in beam angle and edge quality. A Spot Moving Head produces a tight, sharp-edged cone (roughly 10°–25°) and carries gobos and prisms for object and pattern projection. A Wash Moving Head uses a Fresnel or diffuser lens for a wide, soft-edged beam (up to about 60°), providing coloured base light for stages and dancefloors. A Beam Moving Head emits an ultra-narrow, razor-sharp parallel beam of just a few degrees, creating dramatic aerial effects that come alive with haze. Most rigs combine all three.

What are LED moving lights and what advantages do they offer?

LED moving lights are fixtures that use LED light sources instead of traditional discharge lamps. Their advantages are significant: LEDs run much cooler, last far longer, draw less power and switch colours instantly. LED moving lights offer rich colour mixing from RGB up to RGBWA+UV, and COB LEDs are available in power classes from around 30 W to 400 W. They require little maintenance because there is no lamp to replace, and lower heat output makes them safer near performers and easier to fly on truss. This makes LED moving lights the standard choice for modern event lighting.

What does a moving light cost and which one should I buy?

Moving light prices span a wide range depending on type and power. Compact LED moving effects and mini Moving Heads for mobile DJs start in the low three-figure range, mid-size club Moving Heads (100–200 W) sit in the mid three figures, and professional heads with CMY colour mixing and high output reach four figures. Which moving light you should buy depends on your venue: choose small LED effects with music control for private parties, DMX-controlled Wash and Spot heads for clubs, and high-output professional fixtures for large stages. At LTT you get free shipping from €69 and a 3-year warranty.

How do I safely fly moving lights on truss?

To fly moving lights safely, you must respect the Working Load Limit (WLL) of every component — clamp, truss and hoist — and never exceed the combined weight of fixture, clamp, cable and safety steel. Attach each fixture with a clamp matched to the truss tube diameter (35 mm, 50 mm or 60 mm) and always add a second independent safety cable. In Germany, DGUV Vorschrift 17 governs loads suspended above people, so plan your rig within the truss manufacturer's span and load tables. As a truss and rigging manufacturer, LTT supplies load-rated Naxpro-Truss systems and Riggatec clamps for secure suspension.

Moving lights

EUROLITE Set LED TMH Bar S120 LED-Lichtanlage + Tasche

EUROLITE Set LED TMH Bar S120 + Soft Bag

EUROLITE LED TMH Bar S120 Moving Head Spots LED lighting system with 4 individually controllable 30 W moving heads, gobo- and color wheel 4 powerful LEDs 30 W COB (chip-on-board) • Control via...

€879.00 *

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EUROLITE Omega-Bügel 59, Montagehalterung für Moving Heads

EUROLITE Omega bracket 59

Package contents 1 x omega bracket • Diameter mounting holes: 1 x Ø12mm • Dimensions: Length: 13 cm Width: 3 cm Height: 3,5 cm • Weight: 0,15 kg •

€9.90 *

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Cameo PIXBAR® G2 VERTI-MOUNT - Vertikale Montageoption für PIXBAR® G2

Cameo PIXBAR® G2 VERTI-MOUNT - Vertical Mount Option for PIXBAR® G2

Vertical Mount Option for PIXBAR® G2 Suitable for all 2nd generation PIXBAR® models • Option for vertical mounting • Enables the option of vertical mounting of a PIXBAR®. :...

€155.75 *

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beamZ Pro MHL3740 LED Wash Moving Head mit Zoom

beamZ Pro MHL3740 LED Wash Moving Head with Zoom

The MHL3740 is a wash moving head with a linear motorized zoom equipped with 37 ultra-bright 40 Watt 4-in-1 LEDs according to the latest technology. This moving head is set up with extremely...

€2,995.00 *

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beamZ Pro Tiger 9R 260W Beam Moving Head

The Tiger 9R is a powerful moving head that generates impressive light output with its 9R 260W high-intensity discharge lamp. This versatile moving head features a comprehensive range of effects,...

€799.00 *

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beamZ Pro Tiger 7RC 230W Beam Moving Head

The new Tiger 7RC is a compact moving head that generates impressive light output with its 7R 230W high-intensity discharge lamp. This versatile moving head features a comprehensive range of...

€649.00 *

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beamZ Pro Nereid1R Outdoor 1R Moving Head Beam

The beamZ Nereid1R is a powerful LED beam moving head for indoor and outdoor use. Equipped with a very powerful 150W discharge lamp, enough to light up even the largest stages. With an ultra-sharp...

€1,195.00 *

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beamZ Pro Nereid500 Hybrid Moving Head für den Außenbereich

beamZ Pro Nereid500 Hybrid Outdoor Moving Head

Experience the weatherproof moving heads of the beamZ Nereid series. This series of professional outdoor moving heads guarantees durability and top performance, thanks to its weatherproof IP65...

€2,995.00 *

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Bulky goods

beamZ Pro Nereid740 Outdoor LED Bee Eye Moving Head mit Zoom

beamZ Pro Nereid740 Outdoor LED Bee Eye Moving Head with Zoom

The Nereid740 is a powerful wash/beam moving head with a linear motorized zoom equipped with 7 ultra-bright 40 Watt 4-in-1 LEDs according to the latest technology. This moving head for indoor and...

€1,249.00 *

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beamZ Pro Nereid760 Outdoor LED Bee Eye Moving Head mit Zoom

beamZ Pro Nereid760 Outdoor LED Bee Eye Moving Head with Zoom

Experience the weatherproof moving heads of the beamZ Nereid series. This series of professional outdoor moving heads guarantees durability and top performance, thanks to its weatherproof IP65...

€1,595.00 *

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beamZ Pro IGNITE740WH LED Wash Moving Head mit Zoom

beamZ Pro IGNITE740WH LED Wash Moving Head with Zoom

The IGNITE740 is a wash Moving Head with single-pixel control and a linear motorized zoom. The light source consists of 7 ultra-bright, state-of-the-art 40-watt 4-in-1 LEDs. This compact Moving...

€499.00 *

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beamZ Hyaden Moving Bar mit 7 LED- und 8 Laserstrahlen

beamZ Hyaden Moving Bar with 7 LED and 8 Laser beams

The Hyaden Moving Bar is a dynamic lighting fixture that combines 7 powerful Fat LED Beams with 8 intense laser beams for a mesmerising visual experience. This space-filling light effect is ideal...

€629.00 *

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SHOWTEC Xpression 2000S - Spot 200 W LED Spot Moving Head

12-facet circular and 10-facet linear rotating prisms with overlay • 6 bi-rotational gobos + open • 7 colours + open • Frost filter and motorised focus • GDTF fixture files...

€795.00 * €689.90 *

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SHOWTEC Xpression 2000B - Beam 150 W LED Beam Moving Head

8 and 48-facet circular prisms with overlay • 13 gobos + open • 14 colours + open • Endless tilt, motorised focus, and frost filter • GDTF fixture files available • The...

€749.00 * €639.90 *

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SHOWTEC Xpression 2000W - WashBeam 7 x 40 W LED Wash/beam Moving Head

Motorised zoom from 3.8° to 35° • 16-bit pan and endless tilt for smooth and precise movements • Adjustable PWM from 1,200 to 15,000 Hz • GDTF fixture files available...

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€865.00 * €729.90 *

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EUROLITE LED TMH-W120 Hypno Moving Head Wash

Compact LED moving head wash with 120 W RGB/WW LED and backlighting via RGB hypno LEDs 1 powerful LED 120 W COB (chip-on-board) 4in1 QCL RGB/WW (homogenous color mix) • 26 powerful LEDs 0,2 W...

€265.00 *

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EUROLITE LED IP TMH-H420 Beam/Wash/Flowereffekt

EUROLITE LED IP TMH-H420 Beam/Wash/Flower effect

Weather-proof moving head with bright 7 x 60W RGBW LEDs, rotating flower effect and pixel control 7 powerful LEDs 60 W SMD 6065 4in1 QCL RGBW (homogenous color mix) LEDs controlled separately...

€1,199.00 *

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EUROLITE Omega bracket 61

Package contents 1 x omega bracket • Dimensions: Length: 13,5 cm Width: 2,9 cm Height: 3,2 cm • Weight: 0,18 kg •

€9.90 *

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beamZ Panther80L LED Bee Eye Moving Head

The Panther80L is a compact, superfast and lightweight LED moving head that uses 6 powerful RGBW 4-in-1 LEDs. The Panther 80L is equipped with ultra-fast and silent motors and also has the option...

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€179.90 *

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beamZ NOVA68-BK MH Wash Moving Head

Discover the Nova Series Moving Heads – the ideal solution if you are looking for compact moving heads with high power LEDs! These stylish moving heads are crafted to deliver stunning visual...

€119.90 *

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beamZ NOVA68-WH MH Wash Moving Head

Discover the Nova Series Moving Heads – the ideal solution if you are looking for compact moving heads with high power LEDs! These stylish moving heads are crafted to deliver stunning visual...

€119.90 *

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beamZ NOVA68G-BK MH Wash Moving Head mit Gobo

beamZ NOVA68G-BK MH Wash Moving Head with Gobo

Discover the Nova Series Moving Heads – the ideal solution if you are looking for compact moving heads with high power LEDs! These stylish moving heads are crafted to deliver stunning visual...

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€179.90 *

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beamZ NOVA68G-WH MH Wash Moving Head mit Gobo

beamZ NOVA68G-WH MH Wash Moving Head with Gobo

Discover the Nova Series Moving Heads – the ideal solution if you are looking for compact moving heads with high power LEDs! These stylish moving heads are crafted to deliver stunning visual...

€179.90 *

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beamZ NOVA420-BK MH Wash Moving Head

Discover the Nova Series Moving Heads – the ideal solution if you are looking for compact moving heads with high power LEDs! These stylish moving heads are crafted to deliver stunning visual...

€179.90 *

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