The Aputure STORM 1200x is the groundbreaking debut of the STORM lighting series and a bold leap into the next generation of point-source LED technology. Featuring the revolutionary BLAIR light engine—named for its five-color diode composition of Blue, Lime, Amber, Indigo, and Red—the 1200x sets a new benchmark for white light quality and tunability. This state-of-the-art chipset delivers exceptionally high CRI and TLCI ratings of ≥95, along with SSI scores of 87 at both 3200K and 5600K, ensuring accurate, rich white light that emulates natural daylight and tungsten sources with striking fidelity. The inclusion of the indigo diode even enhances the appearance of fluorescing materials, producing light that traditional bi-color fixtures cannot match.
With a massive color temperature range from 2,500K to 10,000K and industry-first full +/- Green control (the complete ASC MITC range), the STORM 1200x gives users total flexibility in fine-tuning their white point. Aputure's innovative approach also enables a new level of precision through x,y coordinate mode and bit-depth improvements that allow flicker-free dimming all the way down to an astounding 0.1% without color shifts or output instability. The result is unparalleled performance across the entire brightness and CCT range—achieving similar brightness at 3200K as at 5600K, a rare feat in LED lighting.
The STORM 1200x is not just about light quality—it’s built for the real world. Housed in a robust, fully IP65-rated body, the fixture, control box, and even cabling are all sealed against dust and water, making the 1200x a reliable choice for both indoor and outdoor productions in the harshest environments. The fixture features the new ProLock Bowens mount, an upgraded locking mechanism that ensures modifiers—whether lightweight softboxes or heavy optics like Fresnels and spot projectors—stay securely in place and perfectly aligned. With a powerful 1200W output and a measured brightness of up to 202,500 lux at 1 meter with the included 45° reflector, the STORM 1200x packs serious punch for high-output cinematic applications.
Designed with the modern production workflow in mind, the 1200x includes a comprehensive suite of wired and wireless control options. It supports DMX512 (in and out), CRMX (via TimoTwo), Art-Net, sACN over etherCON, and Bluetooth connectivity through the Sidus Link and Sidus Link Pro apps. This wide range of protocols ensures seamless integration into any professional lighting setup. Additional features include 360-degree tilt with an extended yoke design, built-in firmware upgrade paths via app or USB, and operational support in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 45°C.
Aputure positions the STORM 1200x not just as a powerful bi-color monolight, but as the new industry standard in full-spectrum LED point-source lighting. Whether it's being used as a hard light, soft source, or precision spotlight, this fixture’s combination of advanced color science, rugged design, and intelligent control systems makes it an indispensable tool for cinematographers, lighting technicians, and photographers. With its introduction at IBC 2024, Aputure is inviting professionals to experience this cutting-edge innovation firsthand, signaling the start of a new era in lighting technology.
