Master Your Lights,
Unleash Your Creativity
Beat Sync
Auto-detects music
Pro Control
Live or programmed
Easy to Use
No degree needed
Any Hardware
USB, Art-Net, sACN
Expert Support
Real humans, fast
Flexible
DJs to theatres
Amazing Lighting.
Zero Hassle.
Unlimited Possibilities.
Welcome to DMXDesktop, the ultimate lighting design tool that brings professional-grade lighting shows right to your fingertips.
Whether you're an amateur lighting enthusiast or a seasoned professional, DMXDesktop's simple and powerful interface lets you create breathtaking lighting designs with incredible ease. With numerous built-in and ready-to-go movement and lighting effects, and 1D and 2D Pixel Mappings - you can jump straight to the wow without having to put in all the work!
Now with DMXDesktop's groundbreaking intelligent autonomous lightshow engine: DJ Mode!
Forget expensive hardware, you can get started with a basic USB DMX controller for as little as $15. You'll save on upfront costs while gaining unmatched control and creativity. Works with Mac & Windows!
Who It's For
DMXDesktop works for everyone
DJs & Live Performers
Lights that follow the beat - no pre-work, just plug in and play
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Cue precise fades, transitions, and scenes with full timeline control
Learn MoreBars, Restaurants & Events
Set the perfect vibe with ambient looks and auto playback
Learn MoreInstallers & Venues
Multi-universe support, full hardware compatibility, remote control
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Introducing Intelligent Lighting with DJ Mode!
With DJ Mode, you can sync your decks live to your favourite DJ software. (Click for more details)
In Autonomous Mode, just drop tracks onto the decks and play - DMXDesktop will build custom, time-coded light shows in the background, tailored to your tracks and setup, without lifting a finger!
You can fine-tune the settings to your preference - choose a favourite colour theme, have some light groups strobe while others don't? No problem! DJ Mode offers you the power to do as little or as much as you want to customise your lightshow, whilst still focusing on the music.
Let DJ Mode do the heavy lifting for you!
The Music Player
Not a DJ, but you want to get the best of both worlds? Well, step on in, because our built-in Music Player gives you a powerful yet simple 2-Deck mixer that will let you play your music direct in-app without the need for ANY additional software whatsoever!
We support every audio format you can imagine, and of course our music player is part of DJ Mode, so it fully supports Autonomous Lighting out-of-the-box!
Load up your music files, create your own playlists - drag 'n' drop your tracks to the player and hit play - we will take care of the lighting for you!
With crystal-clear audio, and perfect beat-matching, you just can't do better with such little effort!
DJ Mode: Live Lyrics
We're taking performance to a whole new level with DJ Mode: Live Lyrics - a world-first system that synchronizes real-time music playback, word-timed lyrics, and fully autonomous lighting control. Whether you're hosting karaoke, performing live, or mixing tracks, your lyrics, beats, and lights stay perfectly in sync - hands-free and effortlessly smooth.
Designed for DJs, singers, and event hosts alike, this new Lyrics System bridges the gap between performance and production. Control every element from your DMX Desktop setup, or let the system take over with beat-aware automation that brings your show to life.
QuickShow – Instant Lighting Control
Sometimes you don't have time to build the perfect cue. That's where QuickShow comes in. It lets you throw effects on stage instantly - across one fixture group or many - with zero setup.
Beam chases, movement, gobos, prisms, zoom, focus… all live at your fingertips. No menus, no pre-programming - just pick fixtures, choose an effect style, and you're running a show in seconds.
Perfect for last-minute setups, quick act changes, or keeping energy flowing when inspiration strikes.
Designed for touchscreen control, QuickShow responds naturally to taps and swipes.
Control Your Lights
From Anywhere
Transform your tablet into a powerful wireless lighting control surface. Access your entire lighting rig from anywhere in the venue.
- QuickShow & Live Controls
- DJ Mode & Music Player
- Lyrics Display & Karaoke
- Moving Head Alignment
Channel Groups & Pixel Layouts
Smarter fixture control. Stunning pixel effects.
DMXDesktop makes complex setups simple with advanced Channel Groups and Pixel Layouts. Organize channels into logical groups, reuse them across your show, and build pixel-perfect effects without the chaos.
Intelligent auto-detection spots patterns like RGB, RGBW, Pan/Tilt, or dimmers instantly, giving you a clean starting point. Create reusable templates for any fixture type and keep every patch consistent.
The Pixel Layout system adds creative freedom: map strips into sections, split matrix panels into zones, or separate moving head rings from beams. Run different effects on different groups at once: bars, panels, gigbars, or full rigs - while keeping workflow fast and logical.
Key benefits:
- Reusable Templates – consistent setups every time.
- Stage-Specific Overrides – tweak on the fly without breaking profiles.
- Logical Grouping – easier control with structured sections.
- Pixel Mapping Integration – stunning effects on any cluster.
From compact rigs to massive productions, DMXDesktop delivers powerful, intuitive pixel mapping built for real shows.
DMXDesktop also includes a Bulk Channel Editor tool, for speedy creation of custom profiles with multiple repetitive clusters or channels.
No Programming Required…
Unleash Creativity with Built-In Effects
DMXDesktop revolutionizes your workflow with its powerful built-in effect programs. Say goodbye to time-consuming manual programming of chases or movements. Select from a wide range of preloaded beam and movement effects, right out of the box!
With Effect Cues and Effect Cue Stacks, you can combine effects across unlimited fixture groups effortlessly. Run multiple effects in parallel, synchronize them perfectly, and create stunning light shows without building a single function yourself. Whether it's crowd-facing fixtures running one effect or ambient lights and movers displaying something entirely different, set-up takes just seconds.
Or take it to the next level with Intelligent, Autonomous Lighting Shows: Elevate Your Performance with DJ Mode
Transform your light shows into immersive experiences. DJ Mode introduces a groundbreaking level of control and synchronization, enabling you to craft dynamic lighting that responds in real-time to your music. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, DJ Mode empowers you to deliver unforgettable performances.
Prefer to stay hands-on? DMXDesktop gives you complete flexibility to override or customize any effect at any time, striking the perfect balance between automation and manual control. Creativity has never been this fast or intuitive!
Key Features (Yes, there's lots!)
Simple Yet Powerful Interface
DMXDesktop gives you the flexibility to create stunning lighting shows, no matter the scale. Whether you're setting up a small event or a major production, our interface adapts to your precise (or exact) needs.
No Expensive Hardware Required
Forget about heavy investments. DMXDesktop integrates seamlessly with a wide range of affordable USB DMX Controllers, Art-Net, and sACN. Now also including support for RDM over Art-Net or Enttec Pro USB DMX.
Unlimited DMX Universes?
Why limit your creativity! DMXDesktop Pro lets you design without universe limits, giving you the freedom to build the lighting show of your dreams, no matter how large or complex.
Real-Time Audio Analysis
Intelligent Automation: Utilize advanced algorithms to generate captivating lighting patterns that adapt to your music's dynamics, minimizing manual programming.
With DJ Mode you can go hands-free and experience DMXDesktop's groundbreaking intelligent autonomous lightshow engine
Mobile Control
The built-in server lets you remotely control key features on the go via the Mobile Control interface.
Learn More About Mobile Control
Massive Fixture Profile Library
Access 27,000 pre-configured and optimized fixture profiles designed specifically for DMXDesktop. You'll never have to start from scratch again.
Cloud Integration
Never lose a show again! With DMXDesktop Cloud, you can easily back up and restore your projects, settings, and fixture profiles directly in the Cloud.
Regular Updates & New Features
Stay ahead of the game with DMXDesktop's continuous updates. We're always improving performance, adding new features, and ensuring your software is up to date with the latest advancements.
Community-Driven Innovation
DMXDesktop thrives on collaboration. Create, share and download fixture profiles from a global community. Our userbase is your best resource for finding inspiration and expanding your show design toolkit.
MIDI Control
Got a USB MIDI device? You can connect it and within seconds map and control DMXDesktop's key functionalities!
Speaks your Language
Right out of the box, the app is fully available in:
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Polish!
OS2L, OSC & Ableton Link
We are compatible with both OS2L and Ableton Link right out of the box, so you can directly control the BPM of the software from your preferred DJ Controller or DAW at the click of a button. Or create your own custom interfaces using an OSC tool like TouchOSC.
Ready to Transform Your Light Show?
Join thousands of DJs, bands, and venues who trust DMXDesktop for their lighting needs.
Works on Mac & Windows.