Architectural DMX, Rewritten.
An AI-powered lighting OS designed to reduce reliance on expensive proprietary controllers.
Designed for professionals who work with
What Aether DMX Does
A complete lighting operating system designed for architectural and production environments where reliability and flexibility are non-negotiable.
AI Scene Builder
Describe the look you want in plain language; Aether assists with patch and scene generation.
Local-First Engine
Runs entirely on-site for show control. No internet required in Aether Local mode.
Smart Universe Management
Split, merge, and reroute DMX universes in real time without rebooting.
Touchscreen-Ready UI
Built for live control on rack-mounted touchscreens and tablets. No mouse required.
Modular Node Architecture
Use ESP32-based DMX nodes and standard networking to build flexible, scalable systems.
Cloud AI & Remote Tools
When allowed, Aether Cloud adds advanced AI, remote management, and multi-site sync.
Deploy Your Way
Three deployment modes to match your security requirements, connectivity constraints, and operational preferences. The beta focuses on Local and Hybrid modes; Cloud features are on our roadmap.
Aether Local
Complete offline operation for high-security and mission-critical environments.
Ideal for: High-security facilities, government buildings, venues without reliable internet
- Fully offline operation
- No internet dependency
- All processing on-premise
- Zero external data transmission
- Local backup and recovery
Aether Hybrid
Best of both worlds: local reliability with cloud AI enhancement when available.
Ideal for: Typical venues, churches, theaters, production companies
- Local-first architecture
- Cloud AI when online
- Graceful offline fallback
- Automatic sync when connected
- Remote monitoring available
Aether Cloud
Full cloud integration for organizations managing multiple sites and teams.
Ideal for: Large campuses, stadium complexes, multi-venue organizations
- Advanced cloud AI features
- Multi-site management
- Remote access & control
- Centralized configuration
- Team collaboration tools
Runs on Real-World Gear
Aether DMX is software-first and runs on off-the-shelf hardware. No proprietary lock-in, no expensive proprietary controllers. Build with components you can source anywhere.
| Role | Hardware |
|---|---|
| Main Controller | Raspberry Pi 4/5, Mini PC |
| DMX Nodes | ESP32-S3 + RS485 |
| Touchscreen | 7-10" HDMI or Pi-compatible LCD |
| Networking | Standard WiFi from Pi |
Designed for Professionals
Early beta users are already seeing the difference intelligent lighting control can make.
“This does what our $12k controller couldn't. The AI scene builder alone has saved us hours of programming time.”
Michael Chen
Technical Director, 800-seat Church
“Finally, a DMX system that doesn't require a proprietary hardware investment. Running this on a Raspberry Pi is brilliant.”
Sarah Rodriguez
Lighting Designer, Regional Theater
“The offline-first approach was crucial for us. Our venue has unreliable internet, and Aether just works.”
David Park
AV Director, Corporate Event Center
“As an integrator, I'm excited about the modular node architecture. It makes scaling installations so much easier.”
James Thompson
System Integrator, ProLight Systems
Beta Note: These are representative testimonials. Real feedback from beta users coming soon.
Join the Private Beta
We're inviting a select group of lighting professionals to help shape Aether DMX before public release. The beta is completely free during the testing phase. Early adopters will receive founding member pricing after launch.
Who we're looking for
Lighting designers, integrators, church/theatre techs, and venue operators who are comfortable with DIY hardware setups.
What you'll receive
A welcome email with setup instructions, Discord access to connect with other beta users and the Aether team, and early guidance on hardware assembly and software usage.
Founding member benefits
Lock in special pricing, get priority support, and receive credits for contributed fixture profiles or bug reports.