Recently, Australian audiences got their chance to be blown away by a spectacular production while witnessing an original Beatle play The Beatles. Paul McCartney’s ‘Got Back’ tour, according to the Herald Sun, "… combines epic and influential pop and rock, and state-of-the art production with every trick, treat, bell, whistle and sky rocket."

For this event, ACME Lighting delivered an immersive musical experience that transcended generations. At the heart of the stage were ACME’s dynamic PULSAR S2 moving lights, designed to captivate audiences and elevate performances to new heights.

LeRoy Bennett’s appreciation for the ACME

LeRoy Bennett has been Paul McCartney’s production and lighting designer for 22 years, and the only artist he actually tours with. His appreciation for the ACME badge, quality and value is reinforced by the critical role their PULSAR S2s and GEMINIs in particular play in the production design.

"ACME are enthusiastic about development. They actually manufactured a lot of lights for other companies before they developed their own, resulting in reliable products and the capability to churn out quality product quite quickly which keep up with Western style of lights. They have the advantage of manufacturing in China, with the aesthetic and attention to detail typical of a Taiwanese manufacturing company. The mega plus is their price point on these fixtures, and their service is great," he said.

LeRoy Bennett

ACME Lighting's Crucial Role in Tour Production

The Australian leg of the ‘Got Back’ tour implements the same lighting design as the 2022 North American tour did, but all lighting fixtures except for the ACME GEMINIs, Pulsars and follow spots, were swapped out. With 480 PULSAR S2 multi-capable fixtures integrated into the lighting rig, the tour showcased the versatility and reliability of ACME Lighting's products. Supplied out of the USA and supported locally by Australian ACME distributor ULA Group, the PULSAR S2s delivered an unforgettable visual experience that complemented McCartney's music.

"ACME are enthusiastic about development. They actually manufactured a lot of lights for other companies before they developed their own, resulting in reliable products and the capability to churn out quality product quite quickly which keep up with Western style of lights. They have the advantage of manufacturing in China, with the aesthetic and attention to detail typical of a Taiwanese manufacturing company. The mega plus is their price point on these fixtures, and their service is great," he said.

Introducing the ACME PULSAR S2

The PULSAR S2 is a moving light featuring dual-head design with powerful LED engines on the front and back of the fixture to produce extraordinary effects. The front of the fixture features 4 x 60W RGBW LEDs that generate powerful beams and rich colour. The PULSAR S2 features a zoom range of 2.5 to 28°, and precise individual pixel control, allowing for endless combinations of effects.

Nine individual controllable 10W cool light LEDS are added to craft sharp 3.5° narrow beam angles.

The back of the fixtures head is equally distinctive with 24 zones comprised of 96 cool white LEDs, and nine zones with 10 RGB LEDs, creating eye-catching transitions and dynamic strobe effects in a wide 100° angle.

High-resolution electronic dimming 0 to 100% and smooth linear focus control allows for seamless transitions between sharp and soft themes.

The PULSAR S2 alsso boasts infinite pan and tilt capability, ensuring broad coverage, as well as its beautifully compact size and weight of only 11kg, allowing it to be installed virtually anywhere.

It’s their incredible versatility and compact form factor – allowing them to be packed close together – which appealed to Bennett enough to employ a cool 480 of them for the ‘Got Back’ set.

Conclusion

As Paul McCartney's 'Got Back' tour dazzled audiences around the world, ACME Lighting continues to set the standard for excellence in stage lighting production, illuminating the stage and transforms live performances into unforgettable experiences.

ACME Gear List:

480 x PULSAR S2

80 x GEMINI

24 x PIXEL LINE IP

24 x GEIST BEAM

32 x SUNRISE

Article content credit to CX Magazine at

https://www.cxnetwork.com.au/the-legendary-leroy-bennett-gets-back-with-sir-paul-mccartney/

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