A followspot (follow spot light) is a manually operated spotlight that tracks a moving performer or speaker across a stage. SoundHouz provides professional followspot rental in Malaysia with a trained operator for your concert, awards ceremony, corporate dinner, or theatre production.
Based in Penang, deploying across KL, Johor Bahru, and nationwide. Call +60 11-3908 2043 for availability and pricing.
Followspot Models Available
| Model | Output | Throw Distance | Best Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strong International Trouperette | 575W HMI | 8–30m | Hotel ballrooms, corporate stages, award ceremonies |
| Lycian 1.2kW Followspot | 1,200W HMI | 20–60m | Concert halls, theatres, large corporate events |
| Lycian 2kW / Xenon | 2,000W Xenon | 40–120m | Arenas, outdoor concerts, long-throw stadium events |
| LED Followspot (motorised) | High-output LED | 10–40m | Energy-efficient option for smaller venues, eco-events |
What’s Included in Followspot Rental
- Followspot unit (choice of model based on throw distance)
- Colour gel frame set (CTO, CTB, plus custom Rosco gels)
- Trained followspot operator (event duration)
- Intercom headset (to receive cues from lighting director)
- Stand or platform for rear-of-house positioning
- Power supply and cable run to FOH position
Events That Need a Followspot
| Event Type | Why a Followspot | Recommended Setup |
|---|---|---|
| Awards Ceremony | Track recipients from seat to stage, highlight presenters at podium | 1 followspot (aisle + stage tracking) |
| Concert | Lead singer/performer tracking as they move across stage | 2 followspots (left + right rear-of-house) |
| Corporate Dinner / Gala | CEO or VIP speech highlight, dinner programme transitions | 1 followspot (podium tracking) |
| Theatre / Dance Performance | Solo performer or principal dancer tracking | 1–2 followspots (side-of-house or rear-of-house) |
| Wedding | Couple’s entrance spotlight, first dance highlight | 1 followspot (rear-of-hall) |
Positioning a Followspot Correctly
Followspots are positioned at the rear of the audience (rear-of-house) or from the side balcony. The key factors:
- Throw distance: measure from the followspot position to the centre of the stage
- Angle: 30–45° vertical angle from horizontal is ideal — too steep creates flat top-lighting, too shallow creates glare for the audience
- Power access: 13A (575W models) or 16A (1.2kW models) near the followspot position
SoundHouz’s technicians will advise on optimal placement when we do a site recce or from your venue floor plan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does followspot rental cost in Malaysia?
Followspot rental starts from RM300–RM500/unit/day, including the operator. Call +60 11-3908 2043 for venue-specific pricing.
Q: Does the rental include an operator?
Yes. All followspot rentals include a trained operator — followspots require live manual operation throughout the event.
Q: How many followspots do I need?
One is sufficient for ceremonies and corporate events. Two (from opposite sides) are recommended for concerts with an active lead performer.
Q: What’s the difference between a followspot and a moving head spotlight?
A followspot tracks real-time movement manually. A moving head spot is DMX-programmed to fixed positions. Followspots excel at tracking unpredictable movement.
Q: Can you provide followspots for outdoor events?
Yes — we use higher-output (1.2kW–2kW Xenon) models for outdoor events to compete with ambient light.
Book a Followspot for Your Event
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