ADJ WMX1 Mk3 Standalone DMX Lighting Controller

Powerful Standalone Lighting Control Without a Computer

Take control of complex lighting systems with the ADJ WMX1 Mk3, a compact standalone DMX controller designed for mobile DJs, clubs, venues, houses of worship, event production, and permanent installations.

Built for users who want powerful programming without relying on a laptop, the WMX1 Mk3 provides control of up to 4 DMX universes, 2,048 channels, and 680 fixtures from a streamlined hardware interface.

A responsive 4.3-inch color touchscreen, backlit performance buttons, rotary encoders, advanced effects engines, music synchronization, USB MIDI support, WLINK compatibility, and flexible DMX connectivity make the WMX1 Mk3 a versatile control solution for both simple and advanced lighting systems.

Four DMX Universes of Standalone Control

The WMX1 Mk3 supports up to four DMX universes, providing access to as many as 2,048 DMX channels.

This gives lighting designers enough control capacity for large multi-fixture rigs while keeping the entire system compact and self-contained.

The controller can manage up to:

• 680 fixtures
• 8 fixture groups
• 50 device types
• 4 DMX universes
• 2,048 DMX channels

Whether you're running moving heads, washes, strobes, pixel fixtures, effects, blinders, or other DMX-controlled equipment, the WMX1 Mk3 is designed to organize complex rigs into an easy-to-manage workflow.

Extensive Fixture Library

The WMX1 Mk3 provides access to an extensive fixture library with approximately 15,000 fixture profiles, allowing it to work with a wide variety of professional lighting equipment.

Up to 3,500 profiles can be stored locally on the controller.

Fixtures can be:

• Addressed
• Grouped
• Sequenced
• Assigned to universes
• Split across DMX outputs
• Organized into projects

This makes setup significantly faster than building every fixture profile manually.

Advanced Effects Engines

The WMX1 Mk3 includes dedicated effects engines for:

• Color FX
• Move FX
• Beam FX

Each engine includes multiple effect types that can be adjusted using detailed parameters such as:

• Speed
• Phase
• Sequence
• Size
• Fade
• Fan
• Flicker

Global FX Speed and Freeze controls make it easy to change the energy of an entire show or instantly hold an effect during a performance.

Preset slots also allow effects and programming ideas to be recalled quickly when needed.

Fast Live Performance Control

The WMX1 Mk3 is designed for hands-on control during live events.

Backlit buttons, encoders, and the touchscreen provide immediate access to cues, presets, effects, and fixture parameters.

Time-controlled flash and preset triggering allow lighting changes to be executed with precise timing, while adjustable hold and fade parameters make transitions smoother and more professional.

This workflow makes the controller especially effective for:

• Mobile DJ performances
• Concerts
• Nightclubs
• Weddings
• Corporate events
• Theater productions
• Houses of worship
• Permanent venue installations

Fixture Split and Fixture Flip

Advanced fixture manipulation features give users more control over how complex fixtures behave.

Fixture Split allows multi-effect fixtures to be separated into individual controllable elements, while Fixture Flip makes it easier to reverse or reposition movement behavior.

These tools can be particularly useful with:

• Moving heads
• Multi-cell fixtures
• Pixel-based effects
• RGB rings
• Strobes
• Multi-element fixtures

Support for fixture clustering and multi-element control expands the programming possibilities even further for complex modern lighting fixtures.

Built-in Music and BPM Synchronization

The WMX1 Mk3 provides multiple ways to synchronize your lighting show with music.

A built-in omnidirectional microphone allows Sound Active operation without requiring additional audio connections.

A 1/8-inch line input can also be used for a direct audio feed.

For more advanced synchronization, the WMX1 Mk3 supports:

• Ableton Link
• OS2L
• MIDI Clock over USB MIDI
• Manual Tap Tempo

These options make it possible to create lighting effects that stay tightly synchronized with music during DJ sets, concerts, and programmed productions.

WLINK Synchronization

WLINK compatibility allows supported WMX1 controllers to work together in synchronized systems.

Using compatible WLINK hardware and the WTOOLS application, multiple controllers can be configured for expanded or coordinated lighting control.

This gives production teams more flexibility when working with larger systems or multiple control locations.

WTOOLS App Integration

The WTOOLS app expands the capabilities of the WMX1 Mk3 by providing additional project management and fixture tools.

WTOOLS can be used for functions such as:

• Fixture backup
• Project backup
• Fixture management
• Controller configuration
• Offline visualization
• WLINK setup

This provides a convenient way to maintain, prepare, and protect important show files.

USB MIDI Support

The WMX1 Mk3 supports external USB MIDI controllers, allowing users to expand the physical control surface and build a workflow that better matches their performance style.

MIDI can be used for triggering presets, effects, cues, and other functions depending on the configured setup.

This makes the WMX1 Mk3 especially flexible for advanced users who want more tactile controls during live performances.

4.3-Inch Color Touchscreen

A 4.3-inch color TFT touchscreen serves as the center of the WMX1 Mk3 interface.

The display uses a tinted glass surface and provides access to:

• Fixture selection
• Programming
• Effects
• Projects
• Presets
• DMX setup
• System configuration

Combined with the physical buttons and encoders, the touchscreen keeps navigation fast and intuitive.

Professional DMX Connectivity

The WMX1 Mk3 provides multiple DMX connections for integration into professional lighting systems.

Connections include:

• Two 3-pin DMX outputs
• One 5-pin DMX output
• One 5-pin DMX input/output with WLINK capability

This combination makes it easy to connect both traditional 3-pin and professional 5-pin DMX equipment without requiring additional conversion hardware in many setups.

USB Connectivity

The controller includes:

USB-C: Used for power
USB-A: Supports MIDI, mass storage, and WLINK applications

USB connectivity also supports project transfer, backup, external MIDI control, and other system functions.

Compact and Road-ready Construction

The WMX1 Mk3 is designed to handle regular mobile and professional use.

Its rugged construction combines an ABS plastic housing with a powder-coated steel base plate for added strength while keeping the unit lightweight.

An integrated 100 x 100mm VESA mounting pattern makes it easy to install the controller on compatible stands, mounts, or custom workstations.

At just over 2 pounds, it is easy to transport while still providing control capability normally associated with much larger lighting consoles.

ADJ WMX1 Mk3 Features

• Standalone professional DMX lighting controller
• No computer required for normal operation
• Supports 4 DMX universes
• Controls up to 2,048 DMX channels
• Supports up to 680 fixtures
• Eight fixture groups
• Supports up to 50 device types
• Approximately 15,000 available fixture profiles
• Up to 3,500 fixture profiles stored locally
• Fixture addressing and grouping
• Universe mapping
• DMX splitting
• Color FX engine
• Move FX engine
• Beam FX engine
• Multiple effect types per FX engine
• Speed control
• Phase control
• Sequence control
• Size control
• Fade control
• Fan control
• Flicker control
• Global FX Speed
• Global FX Freeze
• Extensive preset storage
• Adjustable Hold and Fade timing
• Built-in omnidirectional microphone
• 1/8-inch audio line input
• Ableton Link support
• OS2L support
• MIDI Clock support over USB
• Manual Tap Tempo
• Fixture Split
• Fixture Flip
• Timed flash and preset triggering
• WLINK compatibility
• WTOOLS app support
• USB MIDI controller compatibility
• Project and fixture backup
• Offline visualization support
• 4.3-inch color TFT touchscreen
• Two 3-pin DMX outputs
• One 5-pin DMX output
• One 5-pin DMX input/output
• USB-A connectivity
• USB-C power
• 100 x 100mm VESA mounting pattern
• Rugged ABS housing
• Powder-coated steel base plate
• Compact and lightweight design

Technical Specifications

Model: WMX1 Mk3
Type: Standalone DMX Lighting Controller

DMX Universes: 4
Maximum DMX Channels: 2,048
Maximum Fixtures: 680
Fixture Groups: 8
Device Types: Up to 50

Project Storage: Multiple project slots, depending on project size and available memory
Preset Slots: Up to 200
Fixture Profiles: Approximately 15,000 available / up to 3,500 stored locally

Display: 4.3-inch color TFT touchscreen

DMX Connections:
2 x 3-pin XLR DMX outputs
1 x 5-pin XLR DMX output
1 x 5-pin XLR DMX input/output with WLINK support

MIDI: USB MIDI
USB-C: Power
USB-A: MIDI / mass storage / WLINK

Audio Input: 1 x 1/8-inch TRS line input
Built-in Microphone: Yes, omnidirectional

Compatibility: Ableton Link, OS2L, USB MIDI, WLINK, WTOOLS

Mounting: 100 x 100mm VESA pattern

Power: USB powered
Minimum Current: 900mA
Recommended Current: 1.5A

Height: 2.44 inches
Width: 7.67 inches
Depth: 8.66 inches
Weight: 2.35 lbs

Manufacturer Part Number: WMX300

Serious Lighting Control in a Compact Format

The ADJ WMX1 Mk3 delivers a powerful combination of standalone programming, advanced effects, music synchronization, fixture management, MIDI expansion, and professional DMX connectivity in a compact control surface.

For mobile DJs, lighting designers, clubs, venues, houses of worship, and production professionals who want deeper control without carrying a full-size lighting console and computer, the WMX1 Mk3 provides a flexible and highly capable solution.

Available from Metro Sound & Lighting.