•| Channel Capacity: Entry-level models typically handle 192 channels (controlling 12 fixtures x 16 channels each), while intermediate consoles manage a full 512 channels.•| Faders and Joysticks: Physical sliders control attributes like color brightness manually, while joysticks or jog wheels assign pan and tilt functions for moving lights.•| Scenes and Banks: Operators can program and save static lighting states ("scenes") into memory banks.
•| Chases: Multiple scenes can be linked into a timed loop or sequence ("chases") to create flashing effects or automated transitions.
•| Sound Activation: Built-in internal microphones allow the controller to alter the lights automatically in sync with the beat of live music.