The CHAUVET DJ GigBAR Move + ILS is a 5-in-1 mobile lighting system that combines moving heads, derby effects, wash lights, a laser and strobe effects on a single bar. It is designed for mobile DJs and small events where fast setup matters, while still providing enough control for more elaborate programmed shows.
The system is part of CHAUVET DJ’s ILS ecosystem, allowing compatible fixtures to be synchronised through Instant Light Shows without building a full DMX programme from scratch. A built-in D-Fi transceiver also supports wireless ILS or DMX control.
GigBAR Move + ILS key features
- 5-in-1 lighting system on a single bar.
- Two 32 W moving heads.
- Derby effects, wash lights, RGB laser and strobe.
- ILS compatibility for coordinated multi-fixture shows.
- Built-in D-Fi transceiver for wireless ILS or DMX.
- Full-colour LCD display.
- Totem Mode to keep moving heads focused on the dance floor.
- Built-in automated and sound-active programmes.
- RF remote and wireless footswitch included.
- Tripod and carry bags included.
- Power linking for multiple units.
Five lighting effects in one rig
The main appeal of GigBAR Move + ILS is the amount of lighting it combines into one transportable system. The moving heads provide focused beams and gobos, the wash sections fill larger areas with colour, the derby effects create wider moving patterns, the strobe adds high-impact flashes and the RGB laser adds aerial effects.
More powerful moving heads
Compared with the standard GigBAR Move ILS, the Move + version uses 32 W moving-head LEDs rather than 10 W units. CHAUVET DJ specifies 5,140 lux at 2 metres per moving head, making this the stronger option where the moving-head section needs to stand out in a larger room.
Separate colour and gobo wheels allow more creative programming, while Totem Mode can restrict movement so the beams stay focused on the intended dance-floor area.
ILS and wireless D-Fi control
Instant Light Shows allow compatible CHAUVET DJ fixtures to work together without manually programming each fixture as a separate DMX device. GigBAR Move + ILS can participate in the ILS ecosystem and communicate wirelessly through its built-in D-Fi transceiver.
For mobile DJs, this can make it much faster to expand the lighting rig while keeping the overall show coordinated.
Control options
The system can run automated or sound-active shows on its own, or be controlled through DMX, RF remote or the included wireless footswitch. That gives a useful range from simple plug-and-play operation through to detailed programmed control.
Portable mobile-DJ package
CHAUVET DJ includes a tripod, wireless footswitch, RF remote and carry bags. The complete package is therefore designed to move as one lighting system rather than requiring several separate fixtures and stands.
GigBAR Move + ILS strengths
- Very broad range of effects from one bar.
- Powerful 32 W moving heads.
- ILS and wireless D-Fi support.
- Good control options for both simple and advanced use.
- Tripod, footswitch, remote and bags included.
- Strong fit for mobile DJ work.
GigBAR Move + ILS limitations
- Large and relatively heavy at around 14 kg for the bar alone.
- More complex than a simple wash or derby fixture.
- Laser use must follow venue rules and applicable safety requirements.
- Overkill for very small rooms or simple background lighting.
CHAUVET DJ GigBAR Move + ILS full specifications
- DMX channels: 3, 29 or 51.
- DMX connector: 3-pin XLR.
- Pan/Tilt: 540° / 180°.
- Moving-head LED: 32 W cool white per head.
- Wash LEDs: 3 × 6 W RGBAW+UV per wash section.
- Laser: RGB laser.
- Strobe rate: 0–30 Hz.
- Moving-head beam angle: 17°.
- Input voltage: 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz.
- Power consumption: approximately 248 W at 230 V.
- Bar dimensions: 1100 × 144 × 449 mm.
- Bar weight: 14 kg.
GigBAR Move + ILS vs GigBAR Move ILS
The standard GigBAR Move ILS follows the same 5-in-1 concept but uses lower-powered moving heads and a simpler effects specification. The Move + model is the stronger option where brighter moving-head output and a more powerful overall show are the priority.
Frequently asked questions
Does GigBAR Move + ILS work without DMX?
Yes. It can run built-in automated and sound-active programmes and can also be controlled with the included RF remote or wireless footswitch.
Can it control or sync with other CHAUVET DJ lights?
Yes. It supports CHAUVET DJ’s ILS ecosystem and includes built-in D-Fi for wireless ILS or DMX communication with compatible fixtures.
Is a tripod included?
Yes. CHAUVET DJ includes the tripod, wireless footswitch, RF remote and carry bags with the system.
Overall view
GigBAR Move + ILS is aimed squarely at mobile entertainers who want a complete lighting show with minimal setup. The combination of moving heads, washes, derbies, laser and strobe gives one fixture unusually broad coverage, while ILS makes it easier to expand the system later without turning every job into a full DMX programming session.
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