Concert & Touring Challenges We Solve
Every industry has unique requirements. Here's how Show Tech addresses the specific challenges of concert & touring LED production.
Multi-Voltage International Legs
Touring between North America (120V/60Hz), Europe (230V/50Hz), and Asia-Pacific requires recalculating power distribution for every leg. Wrong distro sizing means emergency rentals at 3x cost or show-stopping power issues.
Festival Quick-Change Setups
Festival stages demand 45-minute changeovers. Without precise pre-planning including cable lengths, rigging points, and power drops, you're losing headliner slots or paying overtime to union crews.
Truck Pack Economics
A 50-date tour with one extra truck costs $150K+ in fuel, drivers, and parking. Optimizing case configurations and pack layouts isn't just logistics—it's profit margin on the entire run.
Venue Structural Variations
Arena rigging steel varies wildly. Madison Square Garden's structural capacity is different from The O2's, and both differ from festival ground support. Every venue advance needs accurate weight calculations.
Purpose-Built Solutions
Instant Voltage Switching
Toggle between 120V and 230V calculations with a single click. See how your power distribution changes for US vs. international venues without rebuilding your entire spec.
Touring Case Optimization
Calculate exact case counts using manufacturer-specific touring cases or custom dimensions. See how different configurations affect truck count before you build anything.
Rigging Weight Documentation
Generate point loads, total hung weight, and safety factor calculations that venue structural engineers actually accept. Include ground support options for festival configurations.
Multi-Configuration Projects
Save A-rig, B-rig, and festival configurations in one project. Quickly pull the right spec for each venue type without starting from scratch.
Common Use Cases
- A-rig/B-rig configurations for arena vs. theater routing
- Festival stage LED specs with 24-hour quote turnaround
- Production manager pre-advance documentation packages
- Rental company inventory planning and cross-rental coordination
- Touring crew cable and distro shopping lists
- Video director processor architecture planning
“We used to spend two days building quotes for each tour leg. Now our production manager generates accurate specs in an hour. The wiring diagrams alone have eliminated most of our load-in surprises.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I handle A-rig vs B-rig configurations?
Pro users can save multiple configurations per project. Create your full A-rig for arenas, then clone and modify for B-rig theater shows. Both share the same base equipment list, making it easy to track what's needed for each routing.
Does Show Tech account for derating in different climates?
Yes. Our power calculations include configurable derating factors. For outdoor summer festival runs in high-heat environments, you can increase derating from the standard 80% to account for thermal considerations.
Can I generate documentation for international venue advances?
Pro users export comprehensive PDF packages including power requirements in both US and metric units, rigging specifications with point loads, and equipment lists. These are formatted for venue technical staff worldwide.
How does the truck pack calculator handle mixed equipment?
Beyond LED cases, you can add processing racks, distro, cable trunks, and custom items. The calculator optimizes loading order and shows exactly how everything fits, including weight distribution for safe transport.
What panel brands do touring productions typically use?
Most major tours use ROE Visual (Black Pearl, Black Marble), Absen (PL series), AOTO (C series), or Unilumin for main walls. We support all major manufacturers with their touring case specifications built in.