"VJ" = visual operator (Strangeloop / David Wexler) at FOH. "Flying Lotus" = performing artist on stage.
Signal Flow
VJ SYSTEM (FOH - Single Operator)
├── HDMI 1 OUT ──────────► REAR SCREEN (LED wall or upstage projectors)
├── HDMI 2 OUT ──────────► FRONT SCRIM (venue processor ► FOH projectors)
└── USB 3.0 IN ◄────────── MAGEWELL ◄── SDI ◄── MARSHALL CV503 (on stage)
VJ delivers two video outputs (rear + front). All projector blending, geometry correction, and multi-projector alignment is the responsibility of the local projection team. VJ receives one SDI camera input at FOH for live video feedback effects.
2
HDMI Outputs
1
SDI Camera In
1
VJ Operator
VJ Provides (Travels with Artist)
Item
Notes
MacBook Pro
Resolume Arena, all content pre-loaded
Datapath FX4 (2× HDMI out)
Rear + front screen feeds
Magewell USB Capture (USB 3.0 in)
Receives live camera SDI
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Projection & Display Systems
This show uses two screens (front and rear) with independent content. The VJ delivers one video output per screen. Two stage configurations are supported below.
Front Scrim (Sharkstooth Gauze)
12m × 5–8m (40' × 16.5'–26') sharkstooth gauze with grommets
Hung at the furthest downstage edge of the stage
Weighted at bottom with 12m × 12" box truss as weight bar
Exact height advanced with each venue by Production Manager
Fabric: Rose Brand Sharkstooth 8/2 or equivalent (NFPA 701 compliant)
Config B: LED wall, pixel pitch 6mm or smaller (P6, P5, P4, P3, P2.6)
VJ delivers one video output per screen. All edge-blending, geometry correction, and multi-projector alignment is the venue's responsibility.
Projectors
Qty
Item
Notes
2
30K+ lumen laser projector (rear)
Config A only (not needed for LED wall). Barco, Christie, or Panasonic.
2
30K+ lumen laser projector (front)
FOH long throw onto front scrim.
Lenses
Qty
Type
Use
2
Short throw (0.35:1)
Upstage rear projectors (Config A)
2
Long throw (TBD)
FOH front projectors — advise throw distance
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Projection Systems — Stage Diagram (Config A)
Click + drag to orbit • Scroll to zoom
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Projection Systems — Top View (Plan)
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Projection Systems — Front Elevations (Rear Screen & Front Scrim)
Rear Screen (8.5m × 5m Truss Frame)
Front Scrim (12m Hanging Drape)
Front scrim is hung from the house rig / overhead truss via grommets at the furthest downstage edge of the stage. Bottom is weighted with a 12m × 12" box truss to keep the drape tensioned. Rear screen is on its own rolling box truss frame. Exact scrim height (5–8m) advanced per venue.
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Live Camera System
A miniature camera captures Flying Lotus on stage and feeds a live SDI signal to the VJ at FOH for real-time video feedback effects.
Equipment
Item
Qty
By
Notes
Marshall CV503 mini HD camera (3G-SDI)
1
Venue
Wide-angle lens (2.8mm M12 or wider)
C-stand with grip head or mic stand + 1/4"-20 adapter
1
Venue
Center stage, in front of Flying Lotus, at laptop height
Sandbags (25 lb / 10 kg)
2
Venue
Stand stability
SDI cable (BNC)
1 run
Venue
Stage to FOH — advise distance
Magewell USB Capture SDI Gen 2
1
Venue
USB 3.0, Mac compatible, bus-powered
Signal Path
MARSHALL CV503 (wide-angle, on stage)
──► SDI (BNC, stage to FOH)
──► MAGEWELL USB CAPTURE SDI GEN 2
──► USB 3.0 ──► VJ MACBOOK
(video source in Resolume)
Camera must be as close to Flying Lotus as possible without blocking audience sightline. Wide-angle lens captures full performer at close range.
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Audio Systems
4-way, brand-name, professional P.A. system of suitable size proportional to the venue. Even coverage for the entire audience area, including the zone directly along the front of the stage (in-fills and/or delays where required).
System must produce 110 dB LAeq 15 at mid-house without distortion with available headroom. Substantial sub bass (20–120 Hz) required, 2:1 subwoofer-to-top ratio strongly recommended.
Preferred PA Systems
Brand
Series
d&b Audiotechnik
SL / J / Infra series
L'Acoustics
K1 / K2 / KS28
Meyer Sound
PANTHER / LEO / 2100 LFC
Full processing via Lake, Galileo, or XTA.
Consoles
Position
Console
FOH
Digidesign Profile or Digico SD + Waves Soundgrid V9
Monitors
Digidesign Profile or Digico SD + Waves Soundgrid V9
Monitors
Item
Qty
Notes
DJ Fill (per side)
Dual stacks
2x L'Acoustics SB18 + 2x Arcs II. Stereo. ("Texas Headphones")
DJ Monitor
2x d&b M2
On riser. Stereo.
Stage Monitor
4x d&b M2
Downstage edge. Stereo.
Input List
#
Instrument
Mic/DI
Stand
1
Mixer L
DI
N/A
2
Mixer R
DI
N/A
3
Booth L
DI
N/A
4
Booth R
DI
N/A
5
Main Vocal
MD 5235 UHF-R
Tall Boom
6
Spare Vocal
MD 5235 UHF-R
Tall Boom
Backline
Qty
Item
1
Pioneer DJM-900NXS2 NO EXCEPTION
2
USB Cable Type A → B
2
USB Cable Type C → B
2
TRS 1/4" Jack → RCA
1
TRS Mini Jack → Stereo RCA
2
Shure SM58S (switched)
2
Shure Axient Digital wireless channels w/ SM58 capsule
1
Tall Boom Mic Stand
Note: All backline strictly for Flying Lotus. Not shared with other acts unless advanced in writing.
Stage Risers & DJ Table
Stage Riser: 1 × 8' × 8' × 1' (2.44m × 2.44m × 0.3m) — on rolling casters
DJ Table: 1 × 6'w × 2'd × 4'h (1.83m × 0.6m × 1.22m) — NO EXCEPTION on height
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Power, Cables, Crew & Contact
Power Supplies
Position
Requirement
SR (upstage projectors)
100A 240V single phase (min 4x 32A outlets)
FOH (front projectors)
100A 240V single phase (min 4x 32A outlets)
DJ Riser (stage)
2× dedicated 20A drops of 110V with quad box
VJ / Visuals (FOH)
110V, 8x US-style outlets
Audio Control (FOH)
240V, 4x UK-style outlets
Cable Runs
Cable
Route
HDMI (or fiber)
FOH → Upstage (rear screen)
HDMI (or fiber)
FOH → Projection processor (front scrim)
SDI (BNC)
Stage (camera) → FOH (Magewell)
For HDMI >15m, use HDMI-over-fiber or HDBaseT extenders.
Crew
Qty
Role
2
Video / Projection Technician
2
Audio Technician (FOH + Monitors)
1
House Lighting Operator
1
Stage Manager
1
Runner / Hospitality (w/ 12-passenger van)
FOH Position
Riser: 1.5m (5') height, 2m (6'7") width min. Clear sightline to stage.
Advance & Contact
Role
Name
Phone
Email
Production Mgr
Solana Rivas
+1 206-397-2062
solanarivas@gmail.com
Video Operator
David Wexler
+1 310-467-2800
david@strangeloop-studios.com
Venue must advise: FOH-to-stage distance, trim heights, stage dims, projection processor, media server, LED specs, power locations.
This rider is part of our contract with you. All costs connected to fulfillment are the promoter's responsibility unless otherwise advanced with the Flying Lotus Production Manager. If any part of this rider cannot be fulfilled, please contact us in advance for discussion. Failure to fulfill this rider without advance agreement renders the contract null and void; the artist will not be obliged to perform and will remain entitled to the full contracted fee.
Settlement & Payment
Fee balance wired to The Wasserman Agency the day after performance unless otherwise arranged. Bank details per the contract deposit arrangement. Provisional settlement on show night, final settlement via email to Agent and Production Manager. Cash requests must be advanced at least one week prior.
Photography / A/V Recording
Photographers inside the barricade for the first 3 songs only, no flash. No photographers on stage unless approved by Production Manager. No audio or video recording at any time without signed release.
Sponsorship
Any sponsorship or co-presentation must be agreed in advance. No branding, banners, lit signs (including venue branding) on stage or in venue without advance approval.
Transportation
Purchaser provides local transport airport↔hotel↔venue. Liaise with Production Manager to arrange schedule.
Safety & Liability
Promoter is responsible for artist and equipment safety at all times. Promoter must carry proper public liability and cancellation insurance.
No cracks in stage; load-in ramps well secured
Railings in place; low-hanging fixtures marked with bright tape and padded
Promoter provides sturdy Mojo-type barrier per local standards
Barrier must not move, bend, or otherwise become hazardous
Security
All security staff courteous and professional at all times
No local security on stage during performance unless requested by touring personnel
All backstage access points secured from doors open until venue cleared
Any outside door secured from load-in until crew clears backstage
Transport vehicle security provided load-in through load-out if parked in public access area
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Hospitality & Dressing Room
All hospitality items should be in the dressing room upon artist arrival. Notify the Production Manager for any substitutions or unavailability. Traveling party (headcount TBA) requires a minimum $50 per person meal buyout.
Beverages
4 bottles of Moet Champagne
1 bottle of Fortaleza Añejo Tequila
1 case of Lager (bottles please)
1 large fresh Orange Juice
1 × 4-pack Bundaberg Ginger Beer
1 × Pineapple juice (good quality / organic)
2 × cases (48 bottles) Evian water
1 × case Perrier / similar sparkling (tangerine or fruit)
Coffee & tea set up: half & half, oat milk, honey
Fresh Fruit
2 tubs organic blueberries
2 tubs organic raspberries
1 tub organic strawberries
Local in-season fresh fruit (mango, pineapple, nectarines, tangerines, etc)
Savory & Snacks
1 large fresh vegetable platter with Ranch dip or similar
1 tub good quality hummus
1 tub mixed roasted and salted nuts
Local assorted chocolates and candies
3 bags assorted flavored Kettle Chips
3 packs Dentyne Ice or Eclipse chewing gum
Glassware & Service
1 cooler of CLEAN ice for drinks
Plenty of cups for making drinks including champagne flutes
Fresh limes and lemons
12 glasses — glass or ceramic only, no plastic or styrofoam
Assembled by Strangeloop Studios + David Wexler + Solana Rivas
