Location Services

New Gear: Aputure STORM XT52

New Gear: Aputure STORM XT52

As productions continue to push scale, speed, and flexibility, lighting needs to keep up—on stage and on location. We’re excited to announce that the Aputure STORM XT52 is now available through PIER59 Studios Location Services, expanding our high-output lighting inventory for film, television, and large-scale commercial work.

Built for demanding capture environments, the STORM XT52 delivers the kind of output and color fidelity traditionally associated with legacy tungsten and HMI fixtures—while offering the control, efficiency, and reliability of next-generation LED technology.

Power That Travels

With 103,500 lux at 9.8 feet using the included reflector, the XT52 brings serious punch to location shoots that need to compete with daylight, fill expansive sets, or maintain consistent exposure across long takes. Its 5200W tunable-white output (2500K–10,000K) makes it adaptable across a wide range of creative and environmental conditions.

Precision Where It Matters

At the heart of the fixture is Aputure’s BLAIR chipset, delivering exceptional color accuracy and consistency:

  • CRI >96
  • TLCI >96
  • SSI 87/86

Whether you’re matching practicals, blending sources, or dialing in subtle color temperature shifts, the XT52 holds up under the scrutiny of modern sensors and high-resolution capture.

Built for Real-World Production

Designed with location work in mind, the STORM XT52 features:

  • Advanced liquid cooling for sustained performance
  • IP65-rated dust and weather resistance
  • Onboard, DMX, and app control, plus Art-Net, sACN, and LumenRadio CRMX compatibility

Its electronic Aputure mount supports motorized electronic modifiers, enabling fast adjustments and precise optimization—especially valuable when time and conditions are working against you.

Ready When You Are

Our XT52 package includes the control box and lamp head, shipped in dedicated flight cases for safe transport and quick deployment. As with all PIER59 Studios Location Services gear, each unit is tested, maintained, and prepped before and after every job, ensuring it arrives production-ready.

From city streets to remote locations, the Aputure STORM XT52 is now available to support your next shoot—wherever it takes place.

For availability, specs, or delivery logistics, reach out to PIER59 Studios Location Services.