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Immersive Projection Hardware & Tech
Last updated: March 11, 2026
Epson EB-XQ2030B
February 2026 — ISE Barcelona

Epson EB-XQ2030B: World's Smallest 30,000-Lumen 4K Projector

30,000 lumens, native 4K, 3LCD, in a body measuring just 620mm wide. Paired with new H Series lenses for flexible throw ratios. Built for immersive venues, tourist attractions, and stage productions.

Projector 30K Lumens 4K Epson
Panasonic MEVIX
February 2026 — ISE Barcelona

Panasonic MEVIX PT-HTQ20: Compact 20,000-Lumen 4K with Rec. 2020 Color

1-chip DLP, 20,000 lumens, 4K, Rec. 2020 wide color gamut, Gradation Smoother for seamless multi-projector blending. Compact for tight ceiling mounts. Also new: the modular RQ45K (45,000 lm) with swappable components.

Projector 20K Lumens Rec. 2020 Panasonic
Christie Korus
February 2026 — ISE Barcelona

Christie Korus: New 4K UHD+ Laser Projectors up to 14,200 Lumens

Four 1DLP laser models offering 4K UHD+ in a compact, lightweight package. Demoed at ISE with interactive mapping on 3D masks. Professional features at a competitive price, shipping Q1 2026.

Projector 14.2K Lumens 4K DLP Christie
Barco QDX
February 2026 — ISE Barcelona

Barco QDX Platform: Three New RGB Laser Models for Immersive Installations

Full range of RGB and laser phosphor projectors for themed entertainment. RGB laser delivers wider color gamut and deeper blacks — essential for edge-blended multi-projector rooms.

Projector RGB Laser Edge Blending Barco
BenQ UST
February 17, 2026

BenQ LU895UST: Ultra-Short-Throw with Screen Fill for Immersive Rooms

Four new UST projectors for immersive and simulation use. Screen Fill technology auto-adjusts geometry to eliminate dead zones on walls. Simulation-ready firmware for multi-projector room setups.

UST Projector Simulation Screen Fill BenQ
Fine pitch LED
February 2026 — ISE / CES

Fine-Pitch LED Goes Mainstream: COB Panels at 1.2mm and Below

COB LED panels at 1.2mm pixel pitch are now viable for room-scale immersive installs. Seams virtually invisible. Key vendors: Absen, ROE Visual (Meru series), INFiLED (Black Widow with adjustable pixel pitch).

LED Panels COB Fine Pitch Absen / ROE
Disguise GX 3+
February 2026 — ISE Barcelona

Disguise GX 3+ Media Server: Reactive Real-Time Content

GX 3+ powering immersive tunnels with reactive Notch content — generative visuals responding to visitors in real time via custom Experience Panel. Multi-output projection mapping from a single server.

Media Server Disguise Notch Real-Time
Hologauze
February 2026

Hologauze: Transparent Projection Screens for "Holographic" Effects

Nearly transparent to the naked eye but vivid when lit. Front-projection screen that works with 3D polarized systems. Ideal for layering depth effects in immersive rooms.

Hologauze Transparent Screen Holographic
Haze machines
2026 Buyer's Guide

Professional Haze Machines for Immersive Projection Rooms

Essential for visible projection beams and volumetric depth. Top picks: CHAUVET DJ Hurricane Haze 2 (water-based, DMX), Look Solutions Unique 2.1 (theatrical), MDG theONE (gold standard for permanent installs).

Haze Atmospherics CHAUVET MDG
NYC-Area Immersive Venues
PIER59 Megaverse
March 3, 2026 — Manhattan

PIER59 Studios: Megaverse — Largest LED Volume in the Northeast

Unified ecosystem for virtual production, XR, and live events. Largest curved LED volume in the northeast, Unreal Engine, camera tracking, media servers.

NYC LED Volume Unreal Engine
ARTECHOUSE NYC
Now Showing — Chelsea, Manhattan

ARTECHOUSE NYC: SUBMERGE — 18K Immersive Art

12 artists' work rendered at 18K resolution projected across walls in Chelsea Market's century-old boiler room. Open now.

NYC Immersive Art 18K Content
Mercer Labs
Open Now — Manhattan

Mercer Labs: 36,000 sq ft, 15 Immersive Projection Spaces

Roy Nachum's experimental museum with 15 projection and interactive spaces. Currently showing "Maestros & The Machines."

NYC Museum Multi-Room