Showtec SM-16/2 FX

The console is ideal for smaller rigs of moving lights and LED fixtures where a larger more expensive console would be excessive. Though not the most visual of desks as it doesn't have a large display, once you've played around with it a bit it's actually surprisingly versatile. The shape engine is perfect for creating automated programs and effects. A very well priced console for it's features, build quality and large mechanical buttons are great too.

Thomann helpfully enabled me to return this. On the surface this looks like a great value desk, but once you come to programming it’s a nightmare if you are working quickly. For example ‘clear’ only clears dimmer value when programming making highly confusing. The spelling mistakes in the display also don’t inspire confidence, nor does the slightly flaky load and save. Swapped it for an ADJ Link which has been amazing for my varied mix of lighting bands, small stage shows, awards events etc