Chamsys MagicQ Mini Connect
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Portable control surface powered by USB 3 : plug in, power, and control without external power supply.
- Ideal combination of physical Playbacks with the software power of MagicQ for smooth show control.
- Compact and robust format, designed for transport, mobile DJs, and touring desks with limited space.
- "Plug-and-play" installation with instant mapping of faders and buttons in MagicQ, saving setup time.
Manufacturer Information
Chamsys
https://www.chamsyslighting.com
sales@chamsys.co.uk
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Chauvet Europe
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Control Your Shows Anywhere: Stage, Club, and Events
The MagicQ Compact Mini Connect fits perfectly in front-of-house, DJ booths, or as a console sidecar. Its small size and USB 3 power make it an ideal solution for touring gigs (weddings, parties, corporate events), clubs and bars with limited space, theater stages, touring companies, TV studios, or fixed installations requiring simple and reliable control. In a lighting home studio, it becomes the perfect companion to comfortably program your cues and automations before exporting your show.
Who This Controller Is For
Designed for lighting operators, lighting designers, and DJs who want to retain console gestures without bulk, the Compact Mini Connect is also suitable for event professionals, rental companies, AV integrators, and municipalities seeking a simple, educational, and scalable interface around MagicQ. Schools and theaters will appreciate the quick learning curve and consistency with professional workflows.
- Compact and lightweight design, intended for transport and integration into a flight case
Technical specifications
| USB port | USB 3, data and power (bus-powered) | Compatible with conventional and LED fixtures | PAR, wash, beam, moving heads, LED bars, strobes, blenders, etc. |
| Communication | direct with MagicQ software on computer | Power supply | via the computer’s USB 3 bus (low power consumption) |
| Control surface | dedicated to MagicQ, with physical Playbacks (faders and execution keys) | Mains power supply | not required in most configurations |
| Management via MagicQ | cue stacks, chases, playback pages and masters | Format | compact and lightweight |
| Supported network protocols | Art-Net and sACN | Installation | "plug-and-play" and automatic recognition by MagicQ |
| DMX output | via MagicQ-compatible external interfaces or nodes | Control mapping | assignable according to your show preferences |
| Software compatibility | MagicQ on PC and macOS | ||
Questions frequently asked
Does the Chamsys MagicQ Mini Connect operate via USB?
Power and communication are delivered through USB 3, allowing for a setup with reduced wiring.
Can moving heads and LED PAR cans be controlled with this console?
The listed compatibility includes PARs, wash and beam fixtures, moving heads, LED bars, strobes, and blinders. Integration is done via protocols supported by MagicQ, including Art-Net and sACN, or with external DMX interfaces.
How many playbacks are accessible on the MagicQ Mini Connect?
Physical playbacks provide access to stacks of cues, chases, and masters. Playback pages allow memory expansion without changing the show. Dedicated buttons are used to trigger, flash, or release playbacks.
Is this console suitable for mobile event productions?
Its compact size and USB 3 power supply meet the needs of mobile rigs for weddings, parties, and corporate events.
Is it possible to program timecode and pixel mapping?
The MagicQ software supports advanced patching, palettes, pixel mapping, timecode, and automation. The console retains physical faders for live control after programming.



