DMG MIX: compact LED panel by DMG LUMIÈRE with variable RGB and white light output — used on set for color accent lighting and tunable white applications.
Technical Details
The DMG MIX Panel measures 510 × 510 × 35 mm and weighs 8.2 kg. It features 576 individually controllable LEDs in six color channels (Red, Green, Blue, White, Amber, Cyan). The color temperature can be continuously adjusted between 2,000K and 10,000K, with the CRI value remaining consistently above 95. The panel consumes a maximum of 400 watts and can be controlled via DMX512, Art-Net, or the proprietary DMG app. Available variants include the MIX LED Panel, the smaller SL1 MIX, and the MIX LED Strip for linear applications.
History & Development
DMG Lumière introduced the MIX series in 2018 in response to the growing demand for color-variable LED solutions. The French company, founded in 2010 by brothers Aleksi and Olli Salo, originally developed the system for high-end commercial productions. In 2020, DMG expanded the series with the SL1 variant, followed by the MIX LED Strip system in 2022. Continuous firmware development now enables over 16.7 million color combinations per panel.
Practical Application in Film
DoP Rodrigo Prieto used DMG MIX panels for the complex color transitions in "The Irishman" (2019), particularly for the time jump sequences. A typical workflow involves configuring panels in 2x2 or 3x3 arrays, controlling them via Wireless DMG Controllers, and diffusing them with Chimera softboxes. Advantages include color temperature adjustments without gel filters and precise color calibration for digital cameras. Disadvantages include higher acquisition costs compared to tungsten lighting and limited light output at maximum diffusion.
Comparison & Alternatives
Unlike ARRI SkyPanel (4x4 panel = 40,000 Lux) or Aladdin Bi-Flex (pure bi-color LEDs), DMG MIX offers expanded color options in a more compact format. Modern alternatives include Creamsource Vortex8 or Quasar Science Q-LED. DMG MIX is suitable for controlled set situations with precise color requirements, while SkyPanel is preferred for large areas due to its higher light output. For budget productions, classic tungsten fresnels or Aputure LED panels remain more economical options.