ADJ Hydro Beam X12

The ADJ Hydro Beam X12 is a high-output moving-head beam fixture in a robust IP65-rated enclosure that protects against dust, sand, moisture, and liquids. Powered by a 260W Philips MSD Platinum 12R discharge lamp, it produces a razor-sharp 2-degree beam for festivals, outdoor events, touring, rental, and houses of worship, rain or shine.

Highlights

• IP65 rated for indoor and outdoor use
• 260W Philips MSD Platinum 12R lamp, rated 6,000 hours
• Razor-sharp 2-degree beam with motorized focus
• 14 dichroic colors + white (incl. CTO, CTB, and UV); 16 static gobos + open
• Two rotating prisms (6-facet linear, 24-facet circular) that can overlay; frost filter
• DMX512 (14/18 channels) and RDM; IP65 5-pin DMX and powerCON connectors

ADJ Hydro Beam X12: Beam Power for Any Weather

Beam fixtures are the backbone of big-show aerial effects, and outdoor events need fixtures that survive the elements. The Hydro Beam X12’s IP65 enclosure lets it work in rain, dust, and sand without domes or covers, from desert festivals to rainy fields. Its Philips Platinum lamp and high-quality glass optics produce an intense, tight 2-degree beam that cuts through haze and daylight.

Color, Gobos, and Prisms

The color wheel offers 14 dichroic colors plus white, including CTO (3200K), CTB (6000K), and UV, with split colors and bidirectional scrolling. The gobo wheel provides 16 static gobos plus open, including four beam reducers, with gobo shake. Two rotating prisms, a 6-facet linear and a 24-facet circular, can be used individually or overlaid for complex multi-beam effects, and a frost filter turns the beam into a wash.

Setting Up the Hydro Beam X12

Mount the fixture with the included Omega brackets and a rated clamp and safety cable. Connect power through the IP65 powerCON connectors and DMX through the IP65 5-pin connectors, keeping the rubber covers on unused ports. Choose the 14- or 18-channel DMX mode, configure the fixture remotely with RDM, and program looks on your console.

What to Pair With the Hydro Beam X12

Pair the Hydro Beam X12 with a professional DMX console, IP-rated DMX and power cables, rated clamps and safety cables, and a hazer to make beams visible. Combine it with IP-rated wash and spot fixtures such as the ADJ Hydro Spot 2 for a complete outdoor rig.

Why IP65 Beam Fixtures?

Non-rated fixtures used outdoors need protective domes, which add cost and setup time and can affect light output. IP65 fixtures like the Hydro Beam X12 are dust-tight and protected against water jets from any direction, so they can be deployed directly at festivals, theme parks, and outdoor concerts with less risk of damage.

Lamp Life and Maintenance

The Philips MSD Platinum 12R lamp is rated for 6,000 hours, providing long service life before replacement. A USB port allows easy firmware updates, and RDM simplifies addressing and troubleshooting across large rigs without climbing to every fixture.

ADJ Hydro Beam X12 FAQ

Can it be used outdoors? Yes. The Hydro Beam X12 is IP65 rated and designed for outdoor use.

What is the beam angle? A tight 2-degree beam.

ADJ Hydro Beam X12 Specifications at a Glance

• Light source: 260W Philips MSD Platinum 12R (6,000 hours)
• Rating: IP65
• Beam angle: 2 degrees; motorized focus
• Color wheel: 14 dichroic colors + white
• Gobo wheel: 16 static gobos + open (4 beam reducers)
• Prisms: 6-facet linear and 24-facet circular, rotating
• Control: DMX512 (14/18 ch), RDM; IP65 5-pin DMX and powerCON

Who Buys the ADJ Hydro Beam X12

• Festival and outdoor event producers
• Touring and rental companies
• Houses of worship
• Theme parks and outdoor venues

Why Buy the ADJ Hydro Beam X12 From Metro Sound & Lighting

Metro Sound & Lighting isn’t a catalog-only retailer. We sell, install, and service lighting systems in-house, so our team can help you design your rig and support your fixtures after the sale. We offer B2B and integrator pricing for venues and production companies.

Browse more options in our Beam Moving Heads category, or see the full specifications on the official ADJ Hydro Beam X12 product page.