When I first heard about the new Q-LED Lighting Flux series, I was a little sceptical. It was, after all, the first dedicated lighting product released by Q-Audio under this brand, and while they&rsquo;ve built a solid reputation in the world of wireless microphones, lighting is an entirely different beast.&nbsp;
The expectations for performance and reliability are on another level, and breaking into a well-established market dominated by big players like CHAUVET DJ, ADJ, and Equinox is never easy. That said, because of Q-Audio&rsquo;s strong track record in audio technology, and their commitment to reliability, I was intrigued enough to keep an open mind.
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I was given the chance to try the Q4IP+, the RGBW version of the new uplighter range. The Flux series is also available in a white-only option, which is great for more traditional events, but the colour mixing of the RGBW is what really interested me. I also had the opportunity to test the Flux FC8 charging flight case, which can hold and charge up to eight fixtures simultaneously. This was a perfect setup to get a sense of how the series worked, not just as individual units, but as a complete, scalable system.
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Build quality and design&nbsp;
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Unboxing the fixtures, I was pleasantly surprised by the attention to detail. Each unit comes with a small, yet powerful, IR remote, a TRUE1 locking power cable, and a comprehensive manual. The fixtures are built from solid metal housing, which immediately gave me confidence in their durability. These feel like products designed for the rigours of live events and regular touring, not just something to sit on a shelf in a showroom.&nbsp;
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Even before powering them on, I noticed several thoughtful design touches that spoke volumes about Q-Audio&rsquo;s focus on the user experience. There&rsquo;s an integrated folding carry handle on the top, which makes transporting them far easier than lugging around a blocky metal box. On the front, a small lip above the LEDs ensures that the light output is naturally directed towards the wall rather than spilling straight upward into the air. On the bottom, the unit includes an adjustable stand so you can tilt the fixture forward and precisely control the projection angle. These small features significantly improve workflow and the final aesthetic result, proving that the product was designed by people who understand the needs of working professionals.
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Another clever touch is the inclusion of two IR receivers, one on the top and one on the side. This means the remote works reliably no matter how the fixture is positioned &ndash; whether it&rsquo;s on the floor, on a truss totem, or sitting inside a set piece. At the rear, you&rsquo;ll find 3-pin DMX in and out ports, a TRUE1 power input, and, on the base, a wireless charging connector that interfaces seamlessly with the Flux FC8 charging case. It&rsquo;s a clean and elegant solution that eliminates the need for messy cables.
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A closer look at the features&nbsp;
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Once I powered the unit on, using the discreet button underneath, I was met with a bright OLED display on the back of the fixture. It&rsquo;s a huge step up from the cheap LED displays you see on many other uplighters. The display is large enough to be useful at a glance and uncluttered in its layout. It shows real-time battery level and temperature in the top corners, and the menu options below are intuitive to navigate thanks to the four responsive, capacitive touch buttons. The sensitivity of the buttons is perfect &ndash; they respond with a light touch, which is a big improvement over the clunky, physical buttons found on many other units.
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The menus give access to the full suite of control options, from addressing DMX channels to selecting a wide range of standalone modes. The W-DMX compatibility is a particularly strong feature &ndash; these fixtures will work with Q-Audio&rsquo;s own Flux Control 24 controller or with any other Wireless DMX system on the market. For more traditional setups, you still have the option of using a standard 3-pin cable DMX daisy-chain.
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One of the standout features of the Q4IP+ is in the name itself: the IP rating. These units are designed for outdoor as well as indoor use, protected against dust and water ingress. This makes them incredibly versatile, whether you&rsquo;re lighting a stage indoors or setting the mood at an outdoor wedding, concert, or corporate event. The reassurance that comes with an IP-rated fixture cannot be overstated; it&rsquo;s one less thing to worry about when the unpredictable UK weather inevitably decides not to play ball. It allows you to offer more services and charge a premium for your flexibility.
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Battery performance: The game-changer&nbsp;
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Battery performance is often the Achilles&rsquo; heel of wireless uplighters, but here the Flux series really shines. The long battery life on the Q4IP+ means you can comfortably run an event without fear of the fixtures dying midway through the evening. In my tests, the units lasted well beyond what I&rsquo;d typically need for a full evening of use, delivering a claimed 12 hours of run time.
Q-Audio have also included a battery-saving Eco mode to further extend performance. Eco mode subtly reduces the output when maximum brightness isn&rsquo;t required, balancing efficiency with visual impact. For many venues and applications, it&rsquo;s a smart way to stretch usage without compromising the atmosphere.&nbsp;
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The fact that the fixtures can be fully recharged in just five hours via the FC8 case is another huge bonus, minimising downtime between events.
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Lighting flexibility is key, and Q-LED Lighting have ensured that the Q4IP+ is not limited in this regard. You have several ways to run the fixtures:
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DMX mode &ndash; for precise control, whether wired or wireless, the fixtures can be patched into your DMX system and controlled via a lighting desk. This is ideal for professional stage setups or larger productions where you need to synchronise multiple fixtures and create complex scenes.
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Master/slave mode &ndash; when you want fixtures to mirror one another without full DMX control, you can set one as the master, and the others will follow its lead.
This is perfect for quick setups or smaller events where you want a coordinated look without the hassle of programming.
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Static mode &ndash; if you just want a simple static wash in a particular colour, this is straightforward to set up and lock in. It&rsquo;s perfect for background ambience or matching corporate branding.
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Auto programmes &ndash; for hassle-free use, the built-in auto programmes cycle through pre-set patterns and fades. These are surprisingly polished and useful when you don&rsquo;t have the time (or inclination) to programme everything manually.
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This versatility makes the fixtures suitable for a wide range of applications, from casual parties and weddings to professional stage productions and corporate events.
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The Flux FC8 charging flight case: A professional&rsquo;s dream&nbsp;
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While the fixtures themselves are impressive, I think the Flux FC8 flight case deserves just as much attention.&nbsp;
Designed to hold and charge up to eight fixtures at once, it&rsquo;s built with the same thoughtfulness as the lights themselves. Each slot has a wireless charging connector on the base, which means you don&rsquo;t have to fumble with cables every time you pack down. Just drop the lights into the case, and they&rsquo;ll start charging automatically.&nbsp;
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The case is powered via a single TRUE1 input, keeping things both secure and reliable. For anyone who has dealt with the nightmare of trying to charge multiple fixtures with a mess of cables, this system feels like a breath of fresh air. It&rsquo;s the kind of feature that saves you precious minutes on every single event, which, over the course of a busy season, becomes invaluable. Additionally, the FC8 doubles as a secure and protective transport solution. The sturdy construction ensures your investment is protected in transit, and the efficiency of having everything charged and ready to go for your next gig cannot be overstated.
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During my testing, I used the fixtures in a variety of scenarios: as uplighters against walls, as wash lights for small stages, and as ambient colour accents at an event. In every situation, they performed beyond my expectations. The colour mixing was smooth and vibrant, the output was more than adequate for the venues I was in, and the wide range of control options meant I was never locked into a single way of working. The wireless DMX was solid and reliable, with no noticeable latency, and the battery life meant I could trust them to run through long events without constant micromanagement. The eco mode came in handy when I wanted to extend the runtime for a background lighting application, and the OLED display made on-the-fly adjustments painless.
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I went into this review with cautious optimism, but I have to say that Q-Audio have thoroughly impressed me with their first entry into the lighting market. The Q4IP+ fixtures are robust, versatile, and thoughtfully designed, with enough professional features to satisfy demanding users while still being accessible to those who want quick and simple operation. The addition of the Flux FC8 charging flight case takes the practicality of the system to another level, solving a problem that every lighting professional has faced at some point. Add to that the IP rating, long-lasting battery, eco mode, and wide range of control options, and you have a package that feels genuinely competitive in today&rsquo;s market. All in all, I was extremely surprised at how good this fixture was, and it will be staying in my lighting fleet.

REVIEWED: Q-LED Flux Q4IP + FC8 Case