For many churches, haze is more than a production effect—it’s a weekly necessity. At Rolling Hills Community Church in Middle Tennessee, haze has long been part of creating immersive worship environments across six campuses. But with their old oil-based system, Production Director Shaun Miller says the downsides were piling up: sticky residue on equipment, endless filter cleaning, and the hassle of lugging around CO2 tanks.
The Look Solutions Unique 2.1 Hazer has received the Church Production Road Tested certification.
That’s why Miller and his team recently tested the Look Solutions Unique 2.1, a compact water-based hazer with a big reputation. In the video, he shares what surprised him most—starting with just how quickly the unit gets to work. “This thing is ready to go in 60 seconds,” he explains, a dramatic improvement over the five-minute warmup they were used to.
Water-based haze keeps our lenses, lights, and filters clean—no sticky residue, no extra maintenance.
And despite its small footprint, the Unique 2.1 packs plenty of punch. Miller says it easily fills their 11,000-square-foot, 1,000-seat auditorium with thick, customizable haze, controlled by a 99-step density scale. From light atmosphere to a deep fog effect, the options are flexible and production-friendly.
Miller also points out how seamlessly the hazer integrates into their system. With DMX compatibility and readily available console profiles, setup was as simple as “plug it in and make haze.” Plus, it runs whisper-quiet—a huge advantage in a worship setting where distractions must be minimal.
DMX integration was seamless—plug it in, patch it, and we were making haze immediately.”
But for Miller, the biggest benefit may be what you don’t see. Unlike oil-based haze, the Unique 2.1’s water-based output is clean and safe for both people and equipment. No more constant lens wiping, sticky dust in HVAC filters, or greasy residue on lights. “It really is a superior way to go about it—and what churches should be using,” he says.
With proven durability, a long track record in churches and theaters, and a price point that makes sense for ministry budgets, the Unique 2.1 is quickly becoming a favorite tool for production teams who want reliable, high-quality haze without the mess.
Watch the full video to see Miller’s demo and hear why Rolling Hills is rethinking haze with Look Solutions.
