Wireless LED Lighting for Events: Astera Titan Tubes, AX9 & AX5 Compared

Wireless LED lighting has transformed event production. No more running hundreds of feet of DMX cable, no more tripping hazards, and no more limited fixture placement dictated by power outlet locations. In New York City — where venues range from raw industrial lofts to landmark ballrooms — wireless fixtures give us the flexibility to light any space beautifully without infrastructure constraints.

At Ashley Systems, we’ve built our wireless lighting inventory around one brand: Astera. Here’s why, and how each fixture in the lineup serves a different purpose.

Astera FP1 Titan Tube: The Creative Workhorse

The Astera FP1 Titan Tube is the fixture that started the wireless LED revolution. These 1-meter RGBMA tubes produce striking color washes, pixel-mapped effects, and architectural accents — all running on an internal lithium battery that lasts up to 20 hours on a single charge.

Key specs:

• 16 individually addressable pixels — enables chase effects, gradients, and pixel-mapped animations
• CRI 96+ — broadcast-quality color rendering for camera-friendly events
• CRMX wireless DMX — integrates with any lighting console via Lumen Radio protocol
• IP65 rated — fully weather-sealed for outdoor events, rooftop parties, and courtyard installations
• 20-hour battery life — lasts through even the longest multi-day events

We rent Titan Tubes in packs of 8, which is the ideal quantity for accent lighting a mid-size event space. For larger productions — fashion shows, immersive installations, concert stages — we deploy 24-48 tubes for full-room transformations.

Best for: Stage backlighting, architectural accents, immersive installations, fashion runways, concert visuals, and any event where creative lighting design is a priority.

Astera AX9 PowerPAR: Wireless Uplighting Perfected

The Astera AX9 PowerPAR is our primary uplight for galas, weddings, and corporate events. It’s a wireless, battery-powered LED PAR fixture that replaces traditional wired uplights entirely.

Key specs:

• RGBMA color engine — full spectrum plus mint and amber LEDs for precise pastels and warm whites
• 5,500 lumens — bright enough to wash a 20-foot wall or column from floor level
• AsteraApp control — set colors, effects, and timing directly from an iPhone or iPad — no console needed
• Wireless DMX (CRMX) — full DMX control when a lighting console is in the mix
• 16-hour battery — set them up in the afternoon, run them through the event, pack them out at midnight

The AX9 is what we deploy for most gala-style events in Manhattan. Set up 20-30 units around the perimeter of a ballroom, dial in the client’s brand colors via the AsteraApp, and the room transforms in minutes. No cables, no dimmers, no electrician needed.

Best for: Uplighting, wall washing, perimeter lighting, tent lighting, and any event where fast setup and clean aesthetics matter.

Astera AX5 TriplePAR: Compact and Budget-Friendly

The Astera AX5 TriplePAR is the AX9’s smaller sibling — same wireless technology, same app control, but in a more compact and affordable package. With three 15W RGBMA LEDs, it’s ideal for accent lighting, table centerpiece uplighting, and smaller spaces.

Key specs:

• 3x 15W RGBMA LEDs — enough output for accent and detail work
• AsteraApp + CRMX — same control ecosystem as the AX9
• Weighs just 3.3 lbs — small enough to hide behind centerpieces, inside planters, or on narrow ledges
• 20-hour battery — longest battery life in the lineup

We use AX5 units for detail work: illuminating centerpieces, highlighting architectural features, or adding subtle color to cocktail hour spaces. They’re also excellent for outdoor events where you need fixtures that are invisible during the day.

Best for: Table accents, architectural detail lighting, intimate spaces, and supplementing AX9 uplighting in larger setups.

Astera AX2 PixelBar: Linear Accents

The Astera AX2 PixelBar comes in 50cm and 100cm lengths, providing linear LED accent lighting in a wireless form factor. Each PixelBar features 6 or 12 individually addressable RGBMA pixels, enabling smooth gradients and chase effects along any surface.

Key specs:

• 50cm and 100cm options — choose the size that fits your design
• Individually addressable pixels — gradient washes, chases, and static color blocks
• Magnetic mounting — attaches to any ferrous surface instantly
• Daisy-chain capable — link multiple PixelBars end-to-end for continuous runs

PixelBars excel at highlighting bar fronts, stage edges, stairways, and table perimeters. At a recent event at The Glasshouse in Midtown, we lined the entire perimeter railing with AX2 PixelBars — 40 units creating a continuous RGB ribbon that responded to the DJ’s set via ArtNet from the grandMA3.

Best for: Bar front lighting, stage edge accents, stairway highlighting, architectural line accents, and pixel-mapped linear effects.

Quick Comparison

Controlling Astera Fixtures

One of the biggest advantages of the Astera ecosystem is flexible control. For simple events, the free AsteraApp (iOS/Android) lets you set colors and effects from your phone — no lighting console required. For larger productions, every Astera fixture supports CRMX wireless DMX, integrating smoothly with professional consoles like the grandMA3.

We typically use the app for corporate uplighting (quick setup, client can adjust colors on the fly) and a full DMX rig for concerts and galas where the lighting designer needs precise cue-by-cue control.

Rent Astera Wireless Lighting for Your NYC Event

Ashley Systems carries a full inventory of Astera wireless LED fixtures available for daily, weekly, and long-term rental in New York City, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the tri-state area. If you need 10 uplights for a cocktail reception or 100 Titan Tubes for an immersive installation, we provide delivery, setup, programming, and on-site support.

Request a free quote or call us at (718) 218-5941 to plan your event’s lighting design.