MADRIX 5 - Pixel-Mapping-Software - License: START (2 DMX universes)

MADRIX 5 

The leading software for controlling LED pixel strips and LED matrix installations 

MADRIX 5 is one of the most powerful and flexible software solutions for professional LED lighting control. It combines state-of-the-art rendering technology with intuitive workflows, enabling real-time control of complex LED installations—from simple 2D surfaces to volumetric 3D structures. 

MADRIX 5 is not just a lighting control system, but a specialized real-time media server for LED projects.

ATTENTION: A MADRIX KEY is also required to run the MADRIX software.

1. Core Technology & Performance

• 64-bit rendering engine: This fully optimized engine efficiently utilizes modern PC hardware to render thousands of pixels smoothly at a high frame rate. 
• 2D Pixel Mapping & 3D Voxel Mapping: Complete freedom in placing LEDs within a space. MADRIX treats 3D structures as true volumes (voxels), which goes far beyond conventional 2D projections. 
• Audio-Reactive Visuals: Integrated, high-precision audio analysis (Sound2Light and Music2Light) converts audio signals into spectacular lighting effects in real time. 

2. Key Features & Functions

• Real-time effects generator: MADRIX is not just a media player. The software generates effects (scenes, patterns, graphics) in real time, allowing you to adjust their color, speed, and shape at any time. 
• Triggers: Allow effects to be triggered manually via DMX-In or MIDI, turning MADRIX into an interactive performance instrument. 
• Media server functionality: Seamless playback of videos (including audio), images, and live streams. Supports screen capture and scrolling text (ticker). 
• Dual-deck system: Inspired by DJ software, MADRIX features two decks (left/right) with a crossfader to control smooth transitions between different effects and layers. 
• Extensive patching options: With the built-in fixture editor and matrix generator, even complex setups involving different LED types (RGB, RGBW, single-channel, etc.) can be configured quickly. 

3. Connectivity & Protocols

MADRIX 5 serves as a universal interface and supports all common industry standards: 

• Ausgang: Art-Net, Streaming ACN (sACN), DMX512, Philips Color Kinetics (KiNET), DVI, EUROLITE T9, Colour PWM. 
• Inputs/Remote Control: DMX-IN, MIDI, Art-Net Remote, HTTP (web browser control), CITP, SMPTE and MIDI timecode. 

MADRIX Applications

Software is always the tool of choice when light is intended not merely to “illuminate,” but to convey meaning or highlight architectural forms: 

Club & Event Design: Synchronization of light and beat using market-leading audio analysis. Ideal for LED ceilings, DJ booth mappings, and immersive dance floors. 

Architectural lighting: Thanks to its built-in scheduler (HTTP/Timecode), it is ideal for facade illuminations that need to run automatically and reliably for years. 

3D LED sculptures: MADRIX specializes in volumetric mapping. When you suspend LED strings in space (3D matrix), the software calculates effects as actual objects in space (voxels). 

Exhibition and retail design: Quick implementation of dynamic branding, scrolling text, and video content on LED walls or discreet LED strips without time-consuming pre-programming. 

Stage shows: As a complement to the GrandMA or other consoles, MADRIX serves as a powerful effects pixel mapper that can be controlled remotely via Art-Net or sACN.

Minimum Technical Requirements

• Operating system: Windows 10 / 11 (64-bit)

• Hardware: Dual-core CPU (2.0 GHz or faster), at least 4 GB of RAM (8–16 GB recommended), dedicated graphics card with OpenGL 2.1 support (NVIDIA recommended).

• Licensing: Activation is performed via the MADRIX KEY (USB dongle), which allows for flexible switching between different computers.

License Overview – Suitable for Projects of Any Size

The software is hardware-specific to the MADRIX KEY and is available in various versions, which differ primarily in the number of DMX universes or DVI voxels they output:

• START - 2 DMX universes (341 RGB pixels): For very small installations and testing.

• ENTRY - 12 DMX universes (2,048 RGB pixels): For smaller installations, e.g., in bars.

• BASIC - 32 DMX universes (5,461 RGB pixels): The standard for medium-sized clubs, building facades, etc.

• PROFESSIONAL - 128 DMX universes (21,845 RGB pixels): For large LED installations.

• ULTIMATE - 512 DMX universes (87,381 RGB pixels): For very large projects.

• MAXIMUM - 2,048 DMX universes (349,525 RGB pixels): The largest possible license.