Breaking the Beam: GLP Mad MAXX

Not all fixtures get a grand entrance, but the GLP Mad Maxx didn’t just show up; it stole the spotlight. Making its North American live debut during Playboi Carti’s headline set at Rolling Loud LA, the Mad Maxx wasn’t just part of the rig. It was part of the show’s identity. With LD Marcus Jessup at the helm, eight Mad Maxx units were woven into a lighting design that matched Carti’s raw energy and fast-paced unpredictability.

Performance Meets Precision

The Mad Maxx isn’t just about intensity. It’s about control. Its standout feature is its nineteen individual LED modules, each with a dedicated colour wheel and optics. These allow for surgical-level pixel mapping without compromising beam strength.

This fixture is built to go beyond “bright.” It’s designed for massive shows where power matters, but precision seals the deal. Whether blasting through a festival rig or delivering layered motion inside a single beam, Mad Maxx proves it’s not just another high-output light. It’s a creative tool.

Jessup’s Choice: A Fixture That Can Keep Up

Designing for Carti isn’t about playing it safe. According to Jessup, the show needed gear to keep pace with constant tempo shifts, emotional swings, and a visually distinct look that wouldn’t get lost in the noise. The Mad Maxx gave him exactly that: high-impact visuals with nimble responsiveness, allowing him to create everything from cinematic sweeps to razor-sharp aerials. With Carti bringing in surprise guests like The Weeknd, Skepta, and Kai Cenat, the lighting had to elevate the atmosphere without missing a beat. Mad Maxx held steady in that chaos, a visual anchor amid the storm.

Real-World Proof: Festival Conditions, No Filter

We’ve run the Mad Maxx through stress tests, including a California desert trial designed to push it to its limits, but Rolling Loud gave us a whole new lens. Open-air, festival-scale pressure, haze, heat, and a hungry crowd—it was a perfect storm for testing reliability and presence. The pixel control wasn’t just a feature—it became the differentiator. The output remained strong and visible even when some modules were dimmed or shut off. That’s a rare quality—and a game-changer for those designing layered beam effects.

An Exclusive Addition to the Australian Market

The GLP Mad Maxx isn’t widely available, and that’s kind of the point. It’s a specialist’s fixture, built for shows that demand the extraordinary. We’re proud to say that ShowTools International is your exclusive Australian supplier of the Mad Maxx.

While we won’t be keeping bulk stock on hand (due to the unit’s freight-heavy nature), the Mad Maxx is available by request. For designers, venues, or rental teams looking to bring something truly next-level to their next event, this one’s worth the conversation.

Looking Ahead

From testing in remote landscapes to owning the stage at one of the year’s biggest hip-hop festivals, the Mad Maxx has made its statement loud and clear: it’s here to redefine what’s possible with aerial lighting.

If you’re curious about specs and applications, contact our team. Discuss how the Mad Maxx or similar fixtures might fit your vision.

Playboi Carti Live Set @ Rolling Loud Credit to Rolling Loud

Original Credit @LimeLightWired