GrandMA3 Timecode for Beginners | Everything You Need to Know

How do you record timecode for MA3? How does the signal interact with it once it is recorded, and how do you record it in the first place without the signal?
If you have been asking any of these questions, I've been there too! This video contains all the details you need to know what's going on when you open the timecode editor, how all the pieces interact, and some basics on using macros.

What's Going On With Phasers? | GrandMA3 v2.4 Updates

How do shapes work? When should you use phaser recipes vs normal phasers? Should you store phaser recipes in cues? Are there any reasons not to use the new phaser recipes? All these questions answered and more!

Everything You'll Ever Need to Know About Tags

Questions about tags? I got you! In this video I cover both the technicalities - how tag settings work and how to assign them and use them - and the workflow stuff - how I use them and some of the broader possibilities.

EVERY GrandMA3 Sequence Setting in 17 Minutes!

There is a WHOLE PAGE of settings that you can change for each sequence in GrandMA3, and they do a lot to affect programming, appearance, functionality and playback of cues. In this video I'll explain every one of them, so you never have to wonder what their often too-cryptic names really mean again!
This video was recorded on MA3 v2.3.0.4

When to Use Each Button to YOUR Advantage!

Bumps are essential to any good light show, but do you fully understand the different types of button actions that can be used to achieve various types of bumps and in what situations each shines to the fullest? This video is the quick explanation you always wanted!

This video was recorded on MA3 version 2.2.5.0

GrandMA3 Just Got Way Better - Here's Why (v2.3 Top Features!)

GrandMA3 version 2.3 is here!! See all my favorites changes and how some of the new things work in this video!

GrandMA3 Update | Version 2.5 Brings Everything We Needed

GrandMA3 version 2.5 has arrived, and the changes to phaser recipes can't be beat! We also see the introduction of a masters window, channel map for patching fixtures, and a dozen other minor updates!

GrandMA3 UPDATE | Version 2.4 is HERE - And Does Not Disappoint!

GrandMA3 v2.4 has finally hit the public and WE HAVE THE DEETS! Phaser recipes, shapes (forms), single shot (and more!), bounce (sort of), recipe editor enhancements, and many more little updates - let's talk about it!

How I Use Presets for Programming in Recipes

Want to see someone else's preset pool layout and an example of how to set up presets for programming in recipes? Here's mine! And as always, I explain not only what I'm doing and how but also the reasoning behind it and what you need to think about to create a workflow for programming in recipes.

GrandMA3 Objects, Actions and Icons Unpacked!

Struggling to make a sequence, preset or other MA3 object do what you want? Wondering why your objects do one thing in the object pool and another on executors? How to change executor defaults?
No matter your question, this video will bring you to a point of confidence in defining MA3 objects, actions, and settings for objects.
This video was recorded on MA3 version 2.3.0.4

MA3 Preset Pool Settings in Detail

Do YOU know how to get the best out of your MA3 preset pools? If you have doubts about any of the settings, I got you! Every preset pool setting explained in detail and shown in full color, on version 2.3.0.4 with all the recent changes.

GrandMA3 Fixture Profiles: Adding Virtual Dimmer Channels

If you've ever wondered how to edit the fixture profile and add a virtual dimmer channel in GrandMA3, or if you're not even sure what a virtual dimmer is, this video is for you! I'll show you how to patch a fixture, set up the virtual dimmer, and connect it to the color channels so it'll work properly!

GrandMA3 Selection Grid Essentials | Everything You Need to Know

The selection grid can look overwhelming, but really, it's the key to possibilities you've never imagined - and it's not really that complicated.
In this video we'll cover all the selection grid tools, align modes, align transitions, how to navigate the selection grid, tips for best using the selection grid, and more!

Become an Appearance MAster in Under 5 Minutes

GrandMA3 Appearances are SO versatile, but they require a very different workflow from MA2. If you've been struggling to get started with them, this video is for you - and before you know it, you'll be answering everyone else's questions about appearances too!

Speed Masters and Live Phaser Speed Workflow Tips

If you have ANY questions about MA3 phaser playback speed control, speed masters, sequence speed masters, how they all interact, you will find the answers in this video! I'm going over speed scale, syncing speed masters, and some different workflows for managing speed overall in your show file.
This video was recorded on MA3 v2.3.1.1

Master, Crossfade, or Temp? Pick the Right Fader Every Time

What are the differences between master, xfade and temp faders really? Here's a fast yet thorough explanation with a clear example for you!

This video was recorded on MA3 version 2.2.5.0

Everything You Need to Know About Filters in v2.3!

GrandMA3 version 2.3 is here and with it, major changes to filters and sheet masking! I'll show you how to edit them as well as all the cool new things filters can now do!