Uploaded April 2020 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
Parameter expansion - the key to building MA2 control systems. You need to understand the logic behind the various hardware combinations used in the MA2 system for parameter expansion if you want to spec the right gear for any size show. In this video, I'll run you through a set of scenarios to discuss the flexibility of the MA2 parameter expansion philosophy.
To view my all-new livestream schedule (and to view previous streams), please go to christian-jackson.com/live.
Full list of products that unlock MA2 parameters:
help2.malighting.com/Page/grandMA2/so_parameter_expansion/en/3.9
ACT Lighting has a wonderful tech talk on this topic as well:
youtu.be/V9hXqgcdLnQ
Thank you for taking the time to watch my video, if you found it useful or entertaining, please consider liking this video and subscribing to see more videos in the future.
For business inquiries, you can contact me at christian@christian-jackson.com.
Support my endeavors on Patreon and get exclusive access to show plots, files, and behind the scenes videos: patreon.com/christianjackson
Find me here:
Instagram: instagram.com/christianjackson.jpg
Twitter: twitter.com/ChristianJv2
Website: christian-jackson.com
Links to expand your learning:
Lighting Design: Vectorworks Spotlight - vectorworks.net/spotlight
Lighting Control: GrandMA2 - malighting.com/downloads/products/grandma2
Lighting Visualization: Capture - http://www.capture.se/
Personalized Training - christian-jackson.com/training
In this video:
My favorite tools and items for working in the production industry: christian-jackson.com/tools
Gear I use to make these videos (affiliate links):
Sony A7III - amzn.to/2Pwht47
Sony 16-35 GM lens - amzn.to/36VPQrh
Sony A6600 (B cam) - amzn.to/2Kdovay
Sony 16-55 G (B cam) - amzn.to/2RHtowE
GoPro Hero 7 Black - amzn.to/2Pw4Kyt
Headset microphone - DPA Dfine 4188
Rode Procaster Mic - amzn.to/2EuO3gA
My camera recommendation for getting started with recording/photographing your shows: amzn.to/2PuWQp4
Parameter expansion - the key to building MA2 control systems. You need to understand the logic behind the various hardware combinations used in the MA2 system for parameter expansion if you want to spec the right gear for any size show. In this video, I'll run you through a set of scenarios to discuss the flexibility of the MA2 parameter expansion philosophy.
To view my all-new livestream schedule (and to view previous streams), please go to christian-jackson.com/live.
Full list of products that unlock MA2 parameters:
help2.malighting.com/Page/grandMA2/so_parameter_expansion/en/3.9
ACT Lighting has a wonderful tech talk on this topic as well:
youtu.be/V9hXqgcdLnQ
Thank you for taking the time to watch my video, if you found it useful or entertaining, please consider liking this video and subscribing to see more videos in the future.
For business inquiries, you can contact me at christian@christian-jackson.com.
Support my endeavors on Patreon and get exclusive access to show plots, files, and behind the scenes videos: patreon.com/christianjackson
Find me here:
Instagram: instagram.com/christianjackson.jpg
Twitter: twitter.com/ChristianJv2
Website: christian-jackson.com
Links to expand your learning:
Lighting Design: Vectorworks Spotlight - vectorworks.net/spotlight
Lighting Control: GrandMA2 - malighting.com/downloads/products/grandma2
Lighting Visualization: Capture - http://www.capture.se/
Personalized Training - christian-jackson.com/training
In this video:
My favorite tools and items for working in the production industry: christian-jackson.com/tools
Gear I use to make these videos (affiliate links):
Sony A7III - amzn.to/2Pwht47
Sony 16-35 GM lens - amzn.to/36VPQrh
Sony A6600 (B cam) - amzn.to/2Kdovay
Sony 16-55 G (B cam) - amzn.to/2RHtowE
GoPro Hero 7 Black - amzn.to/2Pw4Kyt
Headset microphone - DPA Dfine 4188
Rode Procaster Mic - amzn.to/2EuO3gA
My camera recommendation for getting started with recording/photographing your shows: amzn.to/2PuWQp4
