Professional Lighting Control, Completely Free
Open source DMX controller with web-based UI - Community powered development and support
Built For You
Whether you're a mobile DJ, running a small venue, or a tech enthusiast - LightGroove fits your needs
Mobile DJs
Lightweight, portable lighting control that runs on any laptop or tablet. Set up your light show in minutes and control it from your device's web browser. No expensive hardware required.
Small Venues
Professional-grade lighting control without the professional price tag. Perfect for bars, clubs, community theaters, and event spaces. Free means you can invest in better lights instead of software licenses.
Technology Enthusiasts
Open source architecture you can customize and extend. Full access to the codebase means you can add features, create integrations, and learn how modern lighting control works. Join our community!
Why Choose LightGroove?
Professional lighting control that's free, open source, and built by the community
Completely Free
No licensing fees, no subscriptions, no hidden costs. Download and use forever at zero cost.
Open Source
MIT licensed with full source code access. Modify, extend, and learn from the codebase. True transparency.
Community Driven
Development and support powered by the lighting community. Your feedback shapes the future of the software.
Cross-Platform
Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Access the web UI from any device on your network.
Easy Setup
Up and running in minutes. Simple installers for Windows and macOS. No complex configuration required.
No Compromise
Professional features including ArtNet output, real-time control, and dynamic effects. Free doesn't mean limited.
Powerful Features
Everything you need to control your lighting setup professionally
Real-Time Control
Control every fixture with precision using intuitive web-based faders. See DMX values update in real-time as you adjust.
Color Effects
Built-in color effects including static colors and dynamic FX modes. Create stunning light shows with chase effects and smooth transitions.
ArtNet Output
Send DMX via ArtNet to any compatible interface. Works seamlessly with professional lighting equipment and nodes.
Master Control
Global intensity scaling for all fixtures. Perfect for quick brightness adjustments without changing individual fader positions.
BPM Sync
Sync color effects to your desired tempo from 1-480 BPM. Adjustable fade time for smooth color transitions.
Web Config
Configure everything through the web interface. Edit ArtNet nodes, colors, universe mapping, and more without touching config files.
Beautiful Interface
Clean, modern design that makes lighting control a pleasure
Quick Installation
Get up and running in minutes
🍎 macOS
Install via Homebrew:
brew tap oliverbyte/lightgroove \
https://github.com/oliverbyte/lightgroove.git
brew install --HEAD \
oliverbyte/lightgroove/lightgroove
lightgroove🐍 From Source
For developers and contributors:
git clone https://github.com/oliverbyte/lightgroove.git
cd lightgroove
python -m venv .venv
source .venv/bin/activate
pip install -r requirements.txt
python main.py