# Recommended Equipment

If you're new to video and lighting production, below are some recommended pieces of equipment or manufacturers to consider. We will add to this list over time, and it is not intended to be exhaustive. We have no direct affiliation unless otherwise indicated.

### MIDI Controllers

* [AKAI](https://www.akaipro.com/products/controllers.html)
* [Novation Launch series](https://us.novationmusic.com/launch)
* [Roland SPD-SX](https://www.roland.com/us/products/spd-sx/)

### ArtNet Nodes

* [PKNight](https://www.pknightpro.com/)

### Lighting Rentals

* [Aspect Lighting](http://aspectlighting.com/) (US)
* [Christie Lites](https://www.christielites.com/) (UK)


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