Used DTS MAX series
Used DTS MAX Series fixtures are multi-purpose discharge moving heads combining beam, spot and wash projections in a single compact unit, with a wide zoom range and high-quality autofocus optical system. Available as second-hand units across multiple variants, the MAX Series is built for professional applications across a broad range of venues and events. Scroll down to browse the used DTS MAX Series listings currently available.
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DTS MAX series specifications
| Brand | DTS |
| Segment | Lighting |
About the DTS MAX series
The DTS MAX Series comprises multi-purpose discharge moving heads designed for professional applications, offering beam-spot and wash projections all in one fixture. The optical system delivers perfectly focused gobos across a 2 to 37 degree zoom in beam-spot mode and a 10 to 60 degree wash mode, with autofocus, rotating and fixed gobos, a 17-filter colour wheel, an animation wheel and linear CMY and CTO colour mixing. Output reaches 100,000 lux at 5 metres. Both the MAX and MAX L variants are powered by a 330 W MSD Platinum lamp producing 16,000 lumens, and each weighs under 20 kg. The MAX additionally features DTS's patented FPR free pan rotation system for unlimited pan movement.
DTS MAX series — buyer FAQs
What is the DTS MAX Series and what projection modes does it offer?
The DTS MAX Series is a range of multi-purpose discharge moving heads that combine beam, spot and wash projections in a single fixture. In beam-spot mode the zoom spans 2 to 37 degrees; in wash mode it extends to 10 to 60 degrees. Each variant also includes autofocus, rotating and fixed gobos, a 17-filter colour wheel, an animation wheel and linear CMY and CTO colour mixing.
What is the difference between the MAX and the MAX L?
Both variants share the same zoom ranges, 330 W MSD Platinum lamp, 100,000 lux output at 5 metres, autofocus gobos, 17-filter colour wheel and animation wheel. The principal difference is that the MAX includes DTS's patented FPR free pan rotation system, which allows unlimited continuous pan movement, and weighs 20 kg, while the MAX L omits the FPR system and weighs 19 kg.
Who makes the DTS MAX Series and where does it sit in the brand's range?
The MAX Series is made by DTS, an Italian professional lighting manufacturer that designs and produces entertainment and architectural lighting including moving heads, LED fixtures and followspots for stage, event and theatre use. The MAX Series sits within DTS's moving head category as a multi-function fixture intended to cover professional applications across beam, spot and wash roles in one unit.
What should I check when buying a used DTS MAX Series fixture?
Confirm which variant you are buying, MAX or MAX L, and whether the FPR pan rotation system is present and functioning. Check the condition of the lamp, optical system and gobos, as these affect output quality. Verify the zoom range operates smoothly in both beam-spot and wash modes. Used listings on this page carry a 21-day warranty covering major functional faults; full buying guidance is at https://www.10kused.com/used-av-equipment-guide/.
What output does the DTS MAX Series produce?
Each fixture in the DTS MAX Series is powered by a 330 W MSD Platinum lamp producing 16,000 lumens and delivers 100,000 lux measured at 5 metres. The autofocus optical system maintains sharp gobo projection across the full zoom range in both beam-spot and wash modes.
