GLP has adds to its impression X5 series with the impression X5 Dot Wash. This is the most compact fixture in the line to date, and it brings the color quality, consistency and system logic of the X5 platform to an ultra-compact form factor barely larger than a classic MR16 birdie. And it does so in complete color harmony with the wider series.
“The X5 Dot Wash has been designed for applications where powerful, high-quality light is required in the tightest of spaces. Whether deployed as a footlight in theatre productions, within scenery and props, in television studio setups or in architectural detail lighting, the fixture fills a gap for which no truly convincing LED solution has previously existed. An IP65 rating extends its suitability from conventional indoor environments to temporary or permanent outdoor use,” the announcement states.
At its core is a 40-watt RGBL LED engine drawn from the X5 family, operating at up to 20 watts and delivering a light output of up to 550 lumens at 6,500 Kelvin. Weighing approximately 580 grams and fanless, the fixture is designed to be both remarkably light and completely silent in operation. A supply voltage of 24–48 V DC is sufficient. No dedicated external drivers or additional hardware are required. Control is available via DMX/RDM or wirelessly through GLP iQ.Mesh.
“The X5 Dot Wash excels in the areas where small fixtures have historically forced compromise,” the release continues. “The combination of the RGBL LED engine and GLP’s iQ.Gamut color algorithm delivers precise color mixing, consistent white points and finely graded pastel tones. Sixteen-bit color control enables smooth transitions and clean dimming curves, which is a feature of particular importance in theatre applications where any stepping or irregularity in a fade is immediately visible.”
A technically noteworthy feature with practical value is the integrated twist-zoom mechanism. By rotating the front lens, the beam angle can be adjusted manually from 16° to 68° without altering the physical dimensions of the unit. It’s designed to be an advantage in tight installation scenarios within scenery, props or architectural applications. Luminous flux remains largely stable across the entire zoom range, avoiding the output losses typical of conventional mini-optics.
The Color Boost function provides additional output when producing deep, saturated colors, allowing the X5 Dot Wash to achieve high intensity in bold hues that are well-suited for accent lighting, atmospheric looks or pointed close-range effects.
The fixture has been designed with the practicalities of real-world deployment in mind. Integrated ¼” and ⅜” threaded sockets, an adjustable foot and a bracket for hanging installation provide maximum mounting flexibility. An optional adapter allows the use of classic birdie accessories such as barn doors.
“With the impression X5 Dot Wash, GLP is opening the X5 platform in an entirely new direction,” the announcement concludes. “For the first time, the color quality and consistency of the X5 family are available in the form of a static fixture, meaning colors, white points and overall appearance remain consistent across the full series. The X5 Dot Wash works equally well as a standalone unit or as a discreet building block within a larger lighting system.”
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