Aputure STORM 400x | 400W Bi-Colour LED Spotlight


Overview

The Aputure STORM 400x is a compact, high-output bi-colour LED spotlight designed for film, TV and commercial production. Available for hire in London, it combines the latest BLAIR light engine technology with excellent colour accuracy, weather resistance and flexible control for studio and location work.


Key Features

• BLAIR Light Engine – Advanced colour engine delivering improved spectral accuracy, natural skin tones and exceptional white light quality.
• High-Output Bi-Colour Performance – Powerful output suitable for key lighting, bounce, diffusion and location work.
• Wide CCT Range – Adjustable from 2500K to 10,000K for matching daylight, tungsten and mixed lighting environments.
• CF7 Fresnel Compatibility – Supports the Aputure CF7 Fresnel for increased output and adjustable beam control.
• Professional Control – Sidus Link, DMX and CRMX for seamless integration into professional lighting workflows.
• Weather-Resistant Construction (IP65) – Fully weather-sealed design suitable for demanding exterior production environments.
• Compact Production-Ready Design – Lightweight construction with separate control box for studio and location use.


Typical Uses

• Key light for interviews and commercials
• Daylight balancing
• Through diffusion or bounce
• Location and exterior production
• Film and television lighting


Aputure STORM 400x Specifications

Output, dimensions, weight and control specifications.

• Output: up to 40,500 lux @1m (with reflector)
• CCT Range: 🟡🔵 2500K–10,000K
• CRI / TLCI: ≥95 / ≥98
• Power Draw: 400W
• Mount: Bowens Mount
• Control: Sidus Link / DMX / CRMX
• Dimming: 0–100% flicker-free
• Weight: ⚖️ approx 5.3kg (head)
• Weather Rating: 🚿 IP65 Weatherproof


 
 
 

Aputure STORM 400x Base Kit

⚡ 400W ☀️ High Output 🟡🔵 Bi-Colour 🚿 IP65 🎛️ DMX / CRMX

Base kit includes:

• STORM 400x head
• Reflector
• Control box
• Power lead
• Controller accessories

£85 per day + VAT


Head Aputure 400x

Included in Base Kit

Hyper Reflectors Narrow/Medium/Wide

Included in Base Kit. 35° Reflector for STORM 400x.

Light Control Unit

Included in Base Kit

Control Unit Accessories

Included in Base Kit


 
 
 

Aputure 400x Optional Accessories

Aputure Fresnel CF7 & Barn Doors

• Type: Fresnel Lens Attachment
• Mount: 🔄 Bowens Mount
• Beam Angle: ↔ 15°–40° Zoom
• Control: ✂️ 8-Leaf Barn Doors Included
• Lens Size: Ø7" Fresnel Lens

£20 per day + VAT

Aputure Light Dome 150

• Type: 5ft Round Softbox
• Diffusion: ⚪ Soft Controlled Output
• Grid: #️⃣ 45° Eggcrate Included
• Includes: Full Diffusion, Half Diffusion & 45° Eggcrate
• Dimensions: Ø150cm × 80cm
• Weight: 3.2kg

£30 per day + VAT

Aputure Light Dome MKII and MKIII

• Type: 3ft Round Softbox
• Diffusion: ⚪ Soft Controlled Output
• Grid: #️⃣ 45° Eggcrate Included
• Includes: Full Diffusion, Half Diffusion & 45° Eggcrate
• Dimensions: Ø89cm × 65cm
• Weight: 2.55kg

£25 per day + VAT

Aputure Light Dome Mini MKII

• Type: Octagonal Softbox
• Size: ↔ 1.8' (55cm)
• Diffusion: ⚪ Inner & Outer Diffusion
• Control: ⬛ 45° Fabric Egg Crate
• Dimensions: Ø55cm × 29cm
• Weight: 1.64kg

£10 per day + VAT


Aputure Light Octadome 120

• Type: 4ft Octagonal Softbox
• Diffusion: ⚪ Soft Controlled Output
• Grid: #️⃣ 45° Eggcrate Included
• Includes: Full Diffusion, Half Diffusion & 45° Eggcrate
• Dimensions: Ø120cm × 53cm
• Weight: 1.7kg

£25 per day + VAT

Aputure Lantern

• Type: Lantern Softbox
• Output: ↔ 360° Soft Light
• Diffusion: ⚪ Soft Omnidirectional Spread
• Includes: 4-Section Fabric Skirt for Spill Control
• Dimensions: Ø90cm × 70cm
• Weight: 1.3kg

£20 per day + VAT

Aputure Lantern 90

• Type: Lantern Softbox
• Output: ↔ 360° Soft Light
• Diffusion: ⚪ Soft Omnidirectional Spread
• Includes: 4-Section Fabric Skirt for Spill Control
• Dimensions: Ø90cm × 70cm (open)
• Collapsed Size: 18cm × 18cm × 115cm
• Weight: 2.6kg

£20 per day + VAT

Aputure Spotlight Mount II

• Type: Projection Optic
• Lens Options: 🔍 19° / 26° / 36°
• Beam Control: ✂️ Precision Shutter Blades
• Optional Accessories: 🎭 18-Leaf Iris, Gobo Holder & 3-Gobo Kit
• Mounting: 16mm Junior Pin / 28mm Receiver
• Dimensions: 44cm × 19cm × 38cm
• Weight: 4.6kg

£35 per lens/per day + VAT
£5 per day + VAT — Iris / Gobo Accessories



Speed Ring for Profoto Soft Boxes

• Type: Speed Ring Adapter
• Compatibility: Profoto HR Softboxes
• Mounting: Adapts Profoto HR Softboxes to Compatible Fixtures
• Includes: Speed Ring Adapter

£12 per day + VAT

Speed Ring for Chimera Soft Boxes

• Type: Speed Ring Adapter
• Compatibility: Chimera Video Pro Plus Softboxes (XS & Small)
• Mounting: Adapts Chimera Video Pro Plus Softboxes to Compatible Fixtures
• Includes: Speed Ring Adapter

£12 per day + VAT


 
 
 

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