Services & Products

Everything XS Lighting & Sound offers, from equipment rental and system design to theatrical supplies and event production. Find what you need below.

Core Services

Lighting, Sound & Video

Equipment rental, sales, system design, installation, and ongoing support for theaters, venues, and events.

Lighting

LED fixture sales, stage lighting rental, system design and installation, custom gobos, fixture repair, and ETC authorized dealership.

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Sound

Audio system design, PA and speaker rental, wireless microphone solutions, mixing console sales, and Allen & Heath dealership.

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Video

Projector rental, I-MAG for live events, scenic projection, LED video walls, presentation support, and permanent AV installation.

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Production & Specialty

Event Production & Specialty Services

Full-service production, custom gobos, fixture repair, and specialty equipment.

Event Production

Full-service event production for corporate events, galas, fundraisers, concerts, and weddings. Equipment, crew, and technical direction.

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Custom Gobos

Custom and standard gobo patterns in steel and glass. Wedding monograms, corporate logos, scenic textures, and architectural projection.

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Fixture Repair

ETC Source 4 repair and parts. Every component on a Source 4 can be repaired or replaced. Genuine ETC parts available.

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Expendables & Supplies

Theatrical Supplies

Lamps, gel, tape, gobos, scenic paint, and accessories. In-store pickup in Kansas City or shipped nationwide.

Lamps

HPL, G9, FEL, and specialty replacement lamps for ETC, Altman, and other theatrical fixtures.

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Gel Filters

Nearly 500 colors. RoscoLux, Lee, GAM, E-Colour, Apollo. Sheets and rolls.

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Gaffer & Spike Tape

Professional no-residue gaffer tape and spike tape for stage and production.

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Standard Gobos

Apollo and Rosco gobo patterns. Steel and glass in all standard sizes.

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Scenic Paint

Rosco scenic paints, primers, and specialty coatings for theatrical sets.

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Tie Line

Black and white tie line for securing cables, fixtures, and scenic elements.

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Blackwrap

Rosco Blackwrap for shaping and controlling light spill from fixtures.

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All Supplies

View the complete catalog of theatrical expendables and supplies we carry.

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Resources & Guides

Learn from the Experts

In-depth guides, product information, and technical resources from our team.

Not All LED Fixtures Are Created Equal: Why Binning MattersNot all LED fixtures are the same. Learn why LED binning matters when buying theatrical lighting fixtures, and what questions to ask before purchasing LEDs for your theater or venue in Kansas City. The McCandless Method: A Classic Approach to Stage Lighting DesignLearn the McCandless Method for stage lighting design. This foundational technique uses warm and cool light from opposite angles to sculpt actors and create depth on stage. Guide from XS Lighting in Kansas City. ETC Luminaires Buyer’s Guide: Source 4, ColorSource & Lustr SeriesA buyer's guide to ETC theatrical luminaires. Compare the Source 4 ERS, ColorSource Spot, and Lustr Series LED fixtures. Authorized ETC dealer in Kansas City. XS Lighting & Sound. ETC Lighting Control Systems: Which Console Is Right for Your Venue?A guide to ETC lighting control systems. Compare ETC Element, Ion, Gio, and ColorSource consoles for theaters, schools, and houses of worship. Authorized ETC dealer in Kansas City. How Humans See Color: What Lighting Designers Need to KnowHow does color perception work in theatrical lighting? Learn about full spectrum light, color mixing with LEDs, gel filters, and why RGB fixtures fall short. Guide from XS Lighting & Sound in Kansas City. Theatrical Lamp Replacement Guide: HPL, G9, and ANSI Codes ExplainedHow to identify and replace theatrical lamps. HPL lamp guide for ETC Source 4 fixtures, G9 bi-pin lamps, wattage and voltage explained. Order replacement lamps from XS Lighting in Kansas City. Fog, Haze & Low Fog: A Complete Guide for Stage and Event ProductionUnderstanding the difference between fog, haze, and low fog for stage and event production. Fluid types, equipment options, and safety tips from XS Lighting in Kansas City. ETC Source 4 Trade-In Program: Upgrade to LED at a DiscountTrade in your old ETC Source 4 incandescent fixtures for a discount on new S4 LED or ColorSource Spot V luminaires. Available through XS Lighting & Sound, authorized ETC dealer in Kansas City. Fix Your ETC Source 4 Fixtures: Repair Guide and PartsIs your ETC Source 4 in disrepair? Every part on a Source 4 can be repaired or replaced. Get genuine ETC parts and repair assistance from XS Lighting & Sound in Kansas City. Spotrack: Turn Any Moving Light into a Follow SpotSpotrack followspot tracking system turns any moving light into a follow spot. Learn how Spotrack works, setup requirements, and how it can improve your stage lighting. XS Lighting Kansas City. Projected Scenery for Theater: A Guide to Digital Scenic DesignHow to use projected scenery in theatrical productions. Equipment, setup, and creative techniques for digital scenic design. Video projection services from XS Lighting & Sound in Kansas City. ETCnomad Education Package: Affordable Lighting Control for StudentsThe ETCnomad Education Package gives students and educators an affordable way to learn ETC lighting control software. Includes USB key and Gadget II DMX interface. Available from XS Lighting in Kansas City.

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If you don’t see what you’re looking for, call or email us. We carry more than what’s listed here and can source specialty equipment on request.