Havoc W 19x40 WashLight

Hire 19 x 40W RGBW Zoom Wash Moving Head

The HAVOCW19 is the large-format moving wash head in the Edwards hire fleet. Nineteen OSRAM 40W four-in-one RGBW LEDs, motorised zoom from 6 to 50 degrees, 16-bit pan and tilt movement, individual pixel control over each of the nineteen cells, and the build quality and output level that professional corporate productions and theatre rigs require. It arrives in a dual road case carrying two units together. Hire code HAVOCW19.

Where the LM7X30W is the right wash moving head for DJ events, smaller stages, and lower-budget productions, the HAVOCW19 is the fixture for events where the lighting needs to look serious. The nineteen OSRAM LED cells produce significantly more output than the seven 30W cells of the LM7X30W, the zoom is tighter at the narrow end (6 degrees versus 6 degrees, comparable) but the raw brightness at any given zoom setting is in a different class. For a corporate gala dinner in a large ballroom, an awards ceremony, a product launch, or a theatre production where the wash heads need to hold their own against a full rig, the HAVOCW19 is the correct choice.

The pixel control feature allows each of the nineteen LEDs to be addressed individually, enabling chases, gradients, and effects that run across the face of the fixture rather than the whole fixture changing as one. This adds a layer of visual sophistication that the LM7X30W cannot produce. Combined with the motorised zoom and 16-bit movement resolution, the HAVOCW19 gives a lighting designer or operator a genuinely capable fixture to work with.

Key specifications:

• 19 x OSRAM 40W 4-in-1 RGBW LEDs
• Zoom: 6° to 50° motorised
• Movement: 16-bit pan and tilt, auto repositioning
• Pixel control: individual control of each LED cell
• Operation modes: DMX, auto, sound-active
• Power: True1 in/out
• Control: 3-pin and 5-pin XLR in/out
• Mounting: 2 x omega brackets included for truss or totem installation
• Housing: black
• Transport: dual road case (two units per case)

How It Compares to the LM7X30W

The two wash moving heads in the Edwards fleet serve different parts of the market and are not really interchangeable, although they can work together on the same rig.

The LM7X30W is compact, lightweight, comes in white, and suits DJ events, smaller stages, parties, and events where the budget is modest or the venue is intimate. It is approachable for operators without specialist lighting experience.

The HAVOCW19 is larger, heavier, substantially brighter, and built for professional productions. The OSRAM LED specification, the pixel control, the 16-bit movement, and the road case transport all reflect a fixture intended for events where the lighting is a core production element rather than an add-on. It suits corporate galas, large-format theatre, concerts, awards ceremonies, and any event where the wash heads need to match the output and quality of the rest of a professional rig.

On a rig that uses both, a common approach is HAVOCW19 units overhead on truss or totems for the main stage and audience wash, with LM7X30W units at floor level or on stands for closer-range fill, uplighting effects, or DJ booth dressing.

What It's Used For

Corporate gala dinners and awards ceremonies. Two to four HAVOCW19 units on truss or totem stands overhead wash the stage and audience area with colour at a level that reads across a large ballroom or function space. The pixel control allows gradient effects and chases that add visual interest during build sequences, intros, and award reveal moments. The fixture is substantial enough that it does not disappear visually in a large room the way a smaller wash head would.

Theatre productions and live performance. As a colour wash fixture in a professional or semi-professional theatre rig, the HAVOCW19 provides the output and control resolution that a serious production demands. The 16-bit movement gives smooth, precise repositioning between scenes without the stepping that lower-resolution fixtures can produce on slow movement cues. Individual pixel control adds effects capability that extends well beyond what a single-zone wash fixture offers.

Product launches and corporate events with high production values. For an event where the lighting is part of the client's brand story and the expectation is a polished, high-production result, the HAVOCW19 delivers the output and visual quality to match. Static brand colour washes during room set, dynamic colour transitions during reveal moments, and coordinated movement sequences during entertainment segments are all within its capability when paired with the QuickQ20 (QUICKQ20) desk or a competent operator on the Wolfmix.

Concert and festival stage wash. For outdoor and large-venue concert applications where significant throw distance is involved, the output of nineteen 40W OSRAM LEDs gives the HAVOCW19 the reach to wash a stage from a meaningful distance. The 50 degree maximum zoom covers wide areas at moderate distances and the zoom can be tightened as throw distance increases.

Large venue event theming. For venues with high ceilings, wide room widths, or architectural features at distance from any practical fixture position, the HAVOCW19's output allows it to wash surfaces that smaller fixtures cannot reach adequately. Hotel ballrooms, convention centres, and purpose-built event spaces where the scale demands a fixture with real output are the natural environment for this unit.

Placement and Setup

The HAVOCW19 is at its best in an elevated position looking down and across the stage or audience area. The omega brackets are included for direct mounting to truss or to the Edwards truss totem stands, making overhead positioning straightforward in venues where nothing can be hung from the ceiling structure.

At floor level on a standard lighting stand the HAVOCW19 is usable but not ideal for its primary wash role; the floor position limits the coverage angle and the low throw distance reduces the effective zoom range. For floor-level colour effects and venue theming, the LM7X30W or PARBATT uplights are the more practical choices.

Because of its size and output, the HAVOCW19 warrants more careful aiming at the time of setup than a compact fixture. The movement range can be limited in DMX to prevent the fixture sweeping into the audience's eyes or off the edge of the stage. Setting this up at installation time is worth the few minutes it takes, particularly for events where the fixture will run in auto or sound-active mode without a dedicated operator watching it throughout.

A QuickQ20 desk or Wolfmix controller handles the HAVOCW19 well. For events with both HAVOCW19 and HAVOCH200 or HAVOCH600 profile moving heads on the rig, the QuickQ20 is the appropriate desk; it handles the full fixture library and allows programming across mixed fixture types.

Frequently Asked Questions — HAVOCW19 Hire

How many do I need?

For a medium corporate event stage or gala dinner in a standard hotel ballroom, two units overhead provide a strong colour wash across the stage and immediate audience area. Four units extend the coverage and allow the stage and the room to be treated separately, or give more even coverage across a wider stage. For large venues, concert stages, or events where the brief is to wash the full room rather than just the stage, six or more may be appropriate. The Edwards hire team can advise based on venue dimensions and the event's production goals.

Is this suitable for a less experienced operator?

The HAVOCW19 is a professional production fixture and it performs best in the hands of someone familiar with DMX lighting. That said, the auto and sound-active modes allow it to produce a good result without programming, provided it has been aimed correctly at setup. The fixture's size and output mean that poor placement is more obvious with this unit than with smaller fixtures. If there is no experienced lighting operator on the event, delivery and setup by an Edwards technician ensures the fixtures are positioned, addressed, and aimed correctly before handover.

Does it come with a road case?

Yes. Two HAVOCW19 units ship together in a single dual road case. The case is included in the hire. If only one unit is required, it still ships in the dual case; the second position is padded and protected for transport.

Can I use it with the Wolfmix controller?

Yes. The Wolfmix W1 MK2 (WOLFMIX) handles RGBW wash moving heads and provides beat-synced colour and movement control that suits the HAVOCW19 well for DJ events and less formally programmed occasions. For events requiring full scene programming, cue stacks, and control of mixed fixture types including profile moving heads, the QuickQ20 (QUICKQ20) is the more appropriate desk.

Can the pixel control be used without a full lighting desk?

The pixel control features are accessible in DMX mode with a controller that supports the fixture's extended channel count. In auto and sound-active modes the fixture runs its own built-in programs, some of which use the pixel control to create effects across the face of the fixture automatically. A full per-cell programming capability requires a DMX desk with the fixture profile loaded, such as the QuickQ20.

Can these be combined with the HAVOCH200 or HAVOCH600 profile moving heads?

Yes, and this is a common combination for professional event rigs. The HAVOCW19 handles the colour wash role while the HAVOCH200 or HAVOCH600 provide beam effects, gobos, and specials. The QuickQ20 desk addresses and programs all fixture types on the same rig from a single interface.

Is delivery and setup available?

Yes. Given the size and professional nature of this fixture, delivery and setup by an Edwards technician is the recommended approach for most hires. The team will position, address, aim, and test the fixtures before the event. Contact the hire team at hire@edwardsnz.co.nz or (09) 571 0551 to discuss your event and venue.