Lights & Effects

Touring Band Lights - What You Need
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Touring Band Lights - What You Need

Lighting’s more than just a way to see the band - it’s part of your identity. It sets the mood, punches through a killer chorus, and gives every venue, big or small, a sense of occasion. And with a lighting engineer who’s probably also loading the van and patching the snake, the rig’s got to be simple, reliable, and DMX-friendly out of the box. Owning your lighting isn’t about making things complicated - it’s about making them smarter and more robust than the static setups you find in most venues.
Christmas Lighting for Parties: Brighten Your Event
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Christmas Lighting for Parties: Brighten Your Event

Christmas lighting for parties is one of the simplest ways to set the right mood for a festive get-together, whether you’re hosting a cosy gathering at home or planning something a little livelier. The mix of colour, movement and sparkle creates a warm seasonal atmosphere that feels inviting the moment people walk through the door.

In this blog, we’ll take a look at a range of festive favourites, from colourful jelly balls and classic mirror balls to multi-effect party bars, outdoor uplighters, smoke machines and even snow machines for that winter wonderland moment. Each product brings its own twist to Christmas effects for parties, giving you loads of inspiration for your setup.

How To Get Your House Looking Spooky In Under An Hour
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How To Get Your House Looking Spooky In Under An Hour

Spooky lighting is the quickest way to turn any ordinary home into a haunted masterpiece. Whether you’ve just realised the trick-or-treaters are on their way or you’ve left your Halloween prep to the last minute, there’s no need to panic. With a few clever lighting tricks and some simple Halloween house decorations, you can transform your home into something ghoulishly good in under an hour.

Whether you’re aiming to impress the neighbourhood, give your guests a fright, or just make sure your house looks the part for passing trick-or-treaters, we’ve got you covered. These quick and effective Halloween decorations will bring your setup to life with minimal effort. Grab your lights, plug them in, and get ready, the countdown to spooky starts now!

Best Low Fog Machines for Haunted House & Graveyard Effects
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Best Low Fog Machines for Haunted House & Graveyard Effects

A low fog machine can turn an ordinary Halloween display into something truly haunting. Whether you’re planning a creepy graveyard scene, a haunted house attraction, or a spooky garden walkway for trick-or-treaters, the right fog effect can make all the difference. Thick, low-lying mist that hugs the floor adds an eerie sense of mystery and helps bring your Halloween vision to life.

In this guide, we’ll explore the best low fog machines available, helping you choose the one that fits your space, your budget, and your spooky ambitions. From compact models ideal for porches to high-output water low fog machines built for larger events, each has its own strengths. By the end, you’ll know exactly which fog machine can give your haunted house or graveyard setup that perfect, ghostly touch.

Halloween Projector Kits: Create the Perfect Atmosphere
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Halloween Projector Kits: Create the Perfect Atmosphere

A Halloween projector is an easy way to turn your home into something truly spooky this October. Whether you’re planning a full-blown Halloween party, hosting friends for a night of scary films, or just want to surprise the local trick-or-treaters, the right lighting can make all the difference. With just one small device, you can fill your walls, windows, or garden with ghosts, glowing pumpkins, and skeletons — no tangled webs or messy paint required.

If you’re ready to give your home that ghostly glow, let’s explore how Halloween projector kits can help you create the perfect spooky scene.

Spooky Lights: Get Ready for Halloween
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Spooky Lights: Get Ready for Halloween

Spooky lights are one of the simplest and most effective ways to bring Halloween to life. Whether you’re planning a house party, a small family gathering, or just want to make the front of your home look terrifying for trick-or-treaters, the right lighting can set the mood instantly.

This guide will walk you through the best options for haunted house lighting effects. We’ll look at products designed for fun, fright, and everything in between, whether you want glowing pumpkins, a chilling fog, or a full Halloween light package ready to go. With the right setup, you’ll have everything you need to make this year’s Halloween memorable for all the right reasons.

CHEAP Par Cans For My Gig: Fuzzix Comet M16 LED Par Can Review
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CHEAP Par Cans For My Gig: Fuzzix Comet M16 LED Par Can Review

Frustrated after yet another gig in the dark, I decided to buy some affordable lights to take with me to gigs, for use in case whatever band I’m playing with need some lights. I didn’t want anything too expensive and over-the-top because most times I wouldn’t need them, or they’re just additions to someone else’s set up. After looking through Electromarket’s extensive lighting collection, I settled on the Fuzzix Comet M16 Par Cans.
Professional DJ Lights: What You Really Need
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Professional DJ Lights: What You Really Need

Professional DJ lights are just as important as the sound system when it comes to creating the right atmosphere for your event. Whether you’re performing at a wedding, club night, or private party, the right lighting setup can transform the space and help you stand out behind the decks.

This blog will walk you through what you really need when it comes to professional DJ lights. We’ll cover all the essentials, from simple DJ lights with stand packages to more advanced setups using haze machines and DMX controllers. We’ll also consider which lighting effects work best for different venues and events.

Party Lights for Homes: Create the Perfect Atmosphere
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Party Lights for Homes: Create the Perfect Atmosphere

Party lights are the secret ingredient to turning any ordinary space at home into a party-ready zone. Whether you’re planning a big celebration or just want to add some fun to a night in with friends, the right lighting can completely change the mood.

In this guide we will explore the best party lights for homes, showing you how to create an unforgettable setup with everything from jelly balls, uplighters and strobes to fog machines and UV lighting.

Essential Equipment for Kids Party Entertainers
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Essential Equipment for Kids Party Entertainers

It was a Sunday morning close to Christmas and I was standing in the midst of a five-year old’s birthday party, towering above a seething sea of screaming children like a po-faced Nelson atop his Trafalgar Square column on a particularly raucous New Year’s Eve. To me, it was about as alien as velociraptor-taming or the intricacies of herding meerkats so I busied myself in taking mental notes, with an aim of writing this guide to help any intrepid, brave soul who may wish to dip their toe in the world of children’s party entertainment. Rather you than me, but let’s take a look at the equipment available from Electromarket that could make your job as a party entertainer stand head and shoulders above the rest.