“Thanet-based ‘RocketSkates’ rock band using just 4 x SmartShow VIBE-200’s”
VIBE-Tubes aren’t just a sound-to-light system
They are an intelligent performance lighting system, made effortless.
Designed for maximum impact with minimal effort, VIBE-Tubes combine smart automation, ultra-bright output, low power consumption, and wireless freedom into lightweight, affordable kits that pack neatly into an easy-to-carry bag. Setup takes minutes. No technical knowledge required. No complicated programming.
Just position your VIBE-Tubes, power them on, and you’re ready.
“VIBE kits are a complete light show in a bag, ready to plug and go!”
This feature-rich, versatile system is perfect for live bands, DJs, parties, home bars, theatre lighting practicals or props, photography lighting, or even just as background lighting for events like exhibition galleries or tradeshows. The VIBE-Tube system has a mode for every occasion.
Why VIBE-Tubes?
Live music is closely tracked using our Dynamic Music Tracking (DMT) algorithm, and the synchronised data is shared with all the VIBE-Tubes in the system. Once set up, a VIBE-Tube system will deliver you an ever-changing, entertaining and immersive light-show without the need for any human intervention, with all calculations and decisions made in real-time.
VIBE tubes are incredibly lightweight, just 400g per VIBE-200 tube!
Everything in a VIBE-200 kit fits neatly into a 1200mm soft padded bag.
“VIBE systems are not just for professionals, they are for everyone!”
Lets talk about Eye-Candy…
Many other available pixel tube systems are supplied as a frosted/opalised tube only, and serve very well as ‘Eye Candy’ for people to look directly at. However, if you require Pixel tubes that project 100% of their light in the direction you want it (onto a stage or at a person for example), then go CLEAR.
Opalising/Frosting sacrifices some of the light power to give a smoother look to the tube; we have solved this issue by offering GLARE-SOFT-TAPE for all tubes. This tape is easy to fit and remove if needed, and is supplied on rolls from our accessories page.
“Opalised or Clear, the VIBE wins either way”
All of our VIBE-Tubes incorporate “dual-aspect pixels”, meaning that not only do the left and right Pixel lines work independently, they also exclusively shine to the left or the right, giving the best command of light zones & colour separation, a feature not found in any other pixel tube on the market.
Eye-Candy AND Practical Lighting Together…
We offer a fantastic accessory called the TUBE-REFLECTOR. These are clip-on parts that reuse any side-emitting (and potentially wasted) light, and bounce it backwards. This effect is amplified by the fact this is “per-side”, so in effect you get multiple uses of the light from your tube.
To Infinity and Beyond (almost)
The VIBE-Tube system is fully expandable at any time, and any VIBE-Tube size can be used within the system and work seamlessly, with perfect synchronicity. You can have up to 20 VIBE-Tubes in a system, and maybe one day we will expand to infinity and beyond!
“Bring the VIBE – Own the Stage!”
Please see our purchasing options if you would like to buy VIBE-200 in single units.
If you require a bulk quantity of this product, please reach out to our sales team to discuss other purchasing options.
Specifications
- 200 SKC6812RGBW-NW 5050 Pixels (100 per side)
- Wavelengths: Red 616-625nm, Green 520-530nm, Blue 460-470nm
- White Colour Temperature: 3800-4200K
- Fully integrated Dynamic Music Tracking (DMT) algorithm
- Uninterrupted audio sampling rate: 44kHz
- Maximum audio response time: ~23ms
- Typical pixel update rate: ~44hz
- Number of programs: 32+
- Number of program variants: various (dependant on program selected)
- Number of palettes (Audio Mode) : 16
- Number of palettes (DMX Mode) : 22
- VIBE Communications: 52 byte proprietary broadcast packet at 2.4GHz
- Wi-Fi Communications : 802.11b/g/n, bit rate: 802.11n up to 150 Mbps
- IR Communications: 38KHz carrier, 3 bytes data packet from IR controller
- Display: 128×32 0.91” White OLED
- Navigation button: 4 way, plus enter
- IR Remote controls: 16 preset colours, brightness up/down, on/off
- IR Remote effects: Strobe, Flash, Blinder
- VIBE-Deck Remote Control access
- Maximum current consumption (per tube) : 4A
- Approvals : UKCA, CE & RoHS
- Music modes : Soft, Rock and Club
- 8 modes of operation :
Master:Audio
Setting to this mode will allow the VIBE-Tube to monitor audio levels, peaks, silence and music BPM and use its DMT ( Dynamic Music Tracking) algorithm to decide what program (pattern generation) and colour palette it should use. The VIBE-Tube Master will also transmit information to all other VIBE-Tube Slaves that are paired with it so they will all respond at the same time.
Slave
Setting to this mode will allow the device to listen to the VIBE-Tube Master it is paired with, for information about what it should be doing regarding patterns, colours etc. The VIBE-Tube Master it is paired with can be in a variety of Modes (Master:Audio, Master:DMX, Master:RGBW, Master:HSI, Master:CCT, or Master:Demo). The VIBE-Tube Slave will respond to what the VIBE-Tube Master is doing.
Pixel-Mapped
Setting to this mode will allow you to link the VIBE-Tube to a Wi-Fi router and pass ‘pixel’ data to the VIBE-Tubes IP via the Wi-Fi network. The Pixel data will normally come from pixel mapping applications like Madrix, Mad-Mapper, Resolume, ELM, etc. You can have many VIBE-Tubes set to this mode and present on the same network, listening to the same Pixel Mapping application. If you have multiple tubes that need to join the same network, you will only need to set one and the others will follow automatically.
Master:DMX
You would normally only have one VIBE-Tube set to this mode, where you can link it to a Wi-Fi router, and pass a few channels of control data to the device, which will, in turn will select the VIBE-Tube Master’s program number, palette, etc. The VIBE-Tube Master will be waiting for either an audio bass beat or a particular DMX channel transition to trigger the effect. All VIBE-Tube Slaves that are linked to this VIBE-Tube Master will respond to what the Master is doing.
Master:RGBW
Setting to this mode will allow you to set a precise colour using Red, Green, Blue and White controls. All VIBE-Tube Slaves that are linked to this VIBE-Tube Master will respond to what the Master is doing.
Master:HSI
Setting to this mode will allow you to set a precise colour using Hue, Saturation and Intensity (brightness) controls. All VIBE-Tube Slaves that are linked to this VIBE-Tube Master will respond to what the Master is doing.
Master:CCT
Setting to this mode will allow you to set a precise colour temperature using Temperature and Intensity (brightness) controls, in the range 4000K to 7000K. All VIBE-Tube Slaves that are linked to this VIBE-Tube Master will respond to what the Master is doing.
Master: Demo
Setting to this mode will randomly go through pattern programs, advancing after a while. The speed/BPM can be varied using navigation controls, also programs can be manually advanced using the navigation controls. All VIBE-Tube Slaves that are linked to this VIBE-Tube Master will respond to what the Master is doing.
- Easy linking of VIBE-Tubes to Wi-Fi router (only required in Pixel-Mapped mode)
- Easy Pairing of VIBE-Tube Slaves to a VIBE-Tube Master
Parts Supplied (VIBE-200-Kit)
- 4 x VIBE-200 (with TUBE-MOUNT fitted, each in protective sleeve)
- 4 x TUBE-BASE
- 4 x PSU-5V-4A
- VIBE-RC
- TUBE-200-BAG Soft Case
- VIBE-Tube Quick Start Guide
Parts Supplied (VIBE-200-Single)
- VIBE-200 (in protective sleeve)
- PSU-5V-4A
- VIBE-Tube Quick Start Guide
Display Menu
- The OLED display has been carefully mapped to allow a clean operating menu
- The device mode is readily viewable, and any changes are updated instantly
- The display menu is operated by the 4-way navigation joystick situated at the top end of the tube, with up/down/left/right/enter actions
- Depending on the Device Mode, the menus will become context sensitive to ensure a clean menu structure
- The display will go dim after 20 seconds with no navigation actions, and after 3 minutes with no navigation actions, the display will go off completely. Any navigation action will restore the display to full brightness
Connectors & Power
- 5.5mm x 2.5mm female barrel power socket :
For connection to a PSU-5V-4A power supply (which comes as part of the kit)
This is the recommended power connection, especially for a Master Tube.
- USB-C connection :
Alternative device power: for connection to a 5V power bank
Firmware upgrades
Included Mounting Hardware
- TUBE-MOUNT & TUBE-BASE: Each VIBE-200 comes fitted with a TUBE-MOUNT which can be screwed into a TUBE-BASE, this allows the VIBE-200 to be mounted at floor level, or flush against a wall. The TUBE-MOUNT has a ¼” UNC20 thread/stud if the tube needs to be hung or mounted on a similarly threaded system. The TUBE-MOUNT can be removed and mounted at the other end of the tube if desired.
Other mounting options
- TUBE-Grip-SP: This tube grip has 38mm Velcro strap mounts that allow a tube to be mounted to the side of a speaker cabinet, normally two of these are required.
- TUBE-Grip: This converts any ¼” UNC20 thread to a grip that holds the tube at any point along its length. This part also has a 38mm Velcro strap that can easily be wrapped around tubes, existing tripod stands, or trusses.
- TUBE-Grip-DIN: This clips to a 35mm DIN rail and grips the tube at any point along its length.
- Please see our ACCESSORIES section for more details on other mounting options
VIBE-200 Power Supply
- SmartShow Part Number : PSU-4A-5V
- Manufacturer & Part Number : PRO-ELEC PELL0027
- Approvals : RoHS, CE, UKCA, EN55032 (Conducted and Radiated emissions)
- Output Rating : 5VDC, 4.0A/20W MAX
- Connector : 5.5mm x 2.5mm Barrel, centre positive
- Lead Length : 1.5m
- Operating temperature : 0°C to 45°C
- Country of Origin : China
Bar Codes
- VIBE-200-Kit : 9 504383 591250
- VIBE-200 : 9 502361 889580
