Discontinued Platinum Series – Current Replacement Options
The original Elation Platinum series of professional moving-head lighting fixtures, including Platinum Beam, Platinum Spot, Platinum BX, Platinum SBX, and Platinum FLX, has been discontinued.
Customers looking to replace or upgrade their existing Platinum fixtures should consider Elation's current generation of professional moving heads, including the Proteus, Fuze, Rebel, and Paragon families.
The recommendations below identify modern alternatives based on the original fixture's primary application. These products are not necessarily identical or interchangeable with older Platinum models.
Quick Replacement Guide
Discontinued Product | Recommended Modern Alternative |
|---|---|
Platinum Beam 5R / 5R PRO / 5R EXTREME | Proteus Radius / Rebel Dartz |
Platinum Beam 15R / 15R PRO | Proteus Radius or Proteus Atlas |
Platinum BX | Proteus Excalibur |
Platinum SBX | Proteus Hybrid MAX |
Platinum FLX | Proteus Hybrid MAX |
Platinum Spot series | Fuze, Rebel, or Paragon series |
These recommendations are based on application and functionality, not exact equivalence in size, output, effects, or control.
Platinum Beam Series – Replacement Options
The original Platinum Beam series was designed primarily for narrow aerial beam effects using discharge lamps, color wheels, gobos, and prisms.
PROTEUS RADIUS
The Proteus Radius is a compact, IP66-rated beam fixture featuring laser-pumped phosphor light-source technology and an extremely narrow 0.6° beam.
Recommended for: Customers replacing compact Platinum Beam fixtures who primarily need sharp, narrow aerial effects.
REBEL DARTZ – Replacement for Platinum Beam 5R / Platinum Beam 5R Extreme
The Elation REBEL DARTZ is a modern LED beam-effect alternative to the discontinued Platinum Beam 5R. Designed for sharp, concentrated aerial effects, the REBEL DARTZ offers dynamic beam looks, color effects, and compact moving-head performance without the traditional discharge-lamp technology used in the original Platinum Beam 5R.
Recommended for: Customers replacing Platinum Beam 5R fixtures in clubs, mobile productions, live events, and entertainment venues who want a compact, modern beam-effect fixture.
Important: The REBEL DARTZ is a functional alternative, not an identical replacement. Customers should compare light output, beam characteristics, effects, and fixture dimensions before upgrading.
PROTEUS ATLAS
The Proteus Atlas is a high-output, IP66-rated beam fixture designed for long-throw aerial effects and large-scale productions.
Its adjustable beam angle provides additional flexibility for customers upgrading from traditional beam fixtures.
Recommended for: Customers seeking greater output, longer projection distances, and expanded beam capabilities.
PROTEUS EXCALIBUR – Replacement for Platinum BX
The Proteus Excalibur is the recommended modern alternative to the discontinued Platinum BX.
Designed for powerful, concentrated aerial beam effects, the Proteus Excalibur offers a high-performance beam platform for demanding professional productions.
Key advantages include:
Powerful, narrow beam projection
High-intensity aerial effects for large venues
Advanced gobo and prism effects
IP65-rated construction for indoor and outdoor applications
Modern optical and control capabilities
Recommended for: Customers replacing Platinum BX fixtures who require powerful, long-throw beam effects for concerts, festivals, touring, and large-scale entertainment productions.
Platinum Hybrid Series – Replacement Options
The Platinum FLX and Platinum SBX offered more versatile functionality than traditional dedicated beam fixtures.
PROTEUS HYBRID MAX – Replacement for Platinum FLX and Platinum SBX
The Proteus Hybrid MAX is the recommended modern alternative for both the discontinued Platinum FLX and Platinum SBX.
The Proteus Hybrid MAX combines beam, spot, and wash functionality in a single moving-head platform, providing a versatile solution for customers replacing older hybrid fixtures.
Key advantages include:
Combined beam, spot, and wash functionality
High-output performance for professional productions
Advanced color, gobo, and prism effects
IP66-rated construction for indoor and outdoor applications
Modern optical technology and expanded creative capabilities
Recommended for: Customers replacing Platinum FLX or Platinum SBX fixtures who want to retain versatile beam and spot effects while upgrading to a modern, multipurpose fixture.
Important: Proteus Hybrid MAX is a recommended functional successor, not an identical replacement. Customers should compare optical performance, fixture size, effects, and control requirements before upgrading.
Platinum Spot Series – Replacement Options
The original Platinum Spot family included models such as:
Platinum Spot 5R / 5R PRO
Platinum Spot LED
Platinum Spot LED II / PRO II
Platinum Spot III
Platinum Spot 15R
Platinum Spot 35 PRO
These fixtures were designed for gobo projection, color effects, focus, zoom, and general moving-head spot functionality.
FUZE Series
The Fuze family includes modern LED moving-head spot and profile fixtures for entertainment, event, and professional production applications.
Recommended for: Customers replacing Platinum Spot fixtures who need modern LED spot or profile functionality.
REBEL Series
The Rebel family offers contemporary LED moving-head fixtures with modern optics, color systems, and effects.
Recommended for: Customers seeking a performance-oriented upgrade from older Platinum Spot fixtures.
PARAGON Series
The Paragon family provides advanced LED profile fixtures with sophisticated optics, color control, and effects capabilities.
Recommended for: Customers upgrading from higher-performance Platinum Spot models who require more advanced professional lighting capabilities.
The Proteus Hybrid MAX may also be considered for certain Platinum Spot applications where additional beam and wash functionality is desired.
Important Differences When Upgrading
Modern Elation fixtures offer newer technology and expanded capabilities, but customers should not assume they will behave identically to their original Platinum fixtures.
Before selecting a replacement, compare:
Light output and beam characteristics: Verify that the new fixture provides the intensity, beam angle, and projection distance required.
Fixture functionality: Determine whether a dedicated beam, spot, profile, or hybrid fixture is most appropriate.
Color and effects: Compare color mixing, color wheels, gobos, prisms, and other effects.
Light-source technology: Older Platinum fixtures may use discharge lamps or earlier LED technology, while newer fixtures may use different light-source systems.
Fixture dimensions and weight: Modern replacements may require different mounting arrangements or road cases.
DMX control: New fixtures require their own DMX profiles and programming.
Accessories: Existing lamps, gobos, road cases, and other accessories should not be assumed compatible.
Service and Replacement Parts for Original Platinum Fixtures
Although the Platinum series has been discontinued, documentation and certain replacement parts may still be available.
Availability depends on the specific model, component, and remaining inventory.
Customers seeking replacement parts or service assistance should submit a Parts Inquiry or Service / Repair request through the Elation Support Hub.
Please include the exact model, serial number, and description of the required part or service issue.
Need Help Selecting a Replacement?
If you are replacing an older Platinum Beam, Platinum Spot, Platinum BX, Platinum SBX, or Platinum FLX fixture, submit a Sales / Product Inquiry through the Elation Support Hub.
Please include:
Original Platinum model
Number of fixtures being replaced
Intended application
Required beam, spot, profile, or hybrid functionality
Indoor or outdoor requirements
Important output, effects, or compatibility requirements
Our team can help identify the most suitable current Elation alternative.
Note: The recommended products are modern functional alternatives and should not be considered guaranteed one-for-one replacements. Always review the current product specifications before making a purchasing decision.