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Rockville ROCKSTRIP 252 LED 50W RGB Color Strip Light Bar, 3/4/5/7-Channel DMX, High-Speed Color Changing, Master/Slave Link, Remote, for DJs and Stage | Remote Control, Sound Activated, Master/Slave Link, Strobe & Fade Effects, RGB Mixing
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Rockville ROCKSTRIP 252 LED 50W RGB Color Strip Light Bar

Bottom line: The Rockville ROCKSTRIP 252 LED 50W RGB Color Strip Light Bar: 252 LEDs (84 red/84 green/84 blue) for vivid RGB color mixing and wall washing; main trade-off: full DMX multi-channel control needs a separate controller and cables.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 252 LEDs (84 red/84 green/84 blue) for vivid RGB color mixing and wall washing
  • ✓ Master/slave links up to 16 units with cloned effects for large stage rigs
  • ✓ Adjustable 1-13Hz color changing with sound-activated and auto modes
  • ✓ Lightweight 3.97 lb aluminum housing rated for 100,000-hour LED life

Cons

  • ✗ Full DMX multi-channel control needs a separate controller and cables
  • ✗ 50VA max power modest for very large venue or long-throw coverage
  • ✗ DMX channel modes carry a learning curve for first-time lighting users
  • ✗ Sound-activated mode less precise than manually programmed DMX cues

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Rockville ROCKSTRIP 252 LED 50W RGB Color Strip Light Bar using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the rgb & lighting category. Rockville's rgb & lighting lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for rgb & lighting of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • BRIGHT RGB COLOR MIXING: 252 LEDs (84 red, 84 green, 84 blue) deliver vivid, customizable colors for dynamic wall washing and uplighting
  • FLEXIBLE DMX CONTROL: Supports 3, 4, 5, or 7-channel DMX modes, plus remote control for easy access to color, strobe, fade, and sound functions
  • HIGH-SPEED COLOR CHANGING: Adjustable from 1-13Hz for fast, dramatic effects; includes sound-activated and auto modes for any setting
  • MASTER/SLAVE LINKING: Sync up to 16 units with cloned effects using master/slave mode-ideal for large stage setups and event lighting
  • LIGHTWEIGHT AND DURABLE: 3.97 lbs with aluminum housing and adjustable brackets; 100,000-hour LED life, 50VA max power, and 1,452 lux @ 1m

Full Specifications

BrandRockville
ColorBlack
ShapeRectangular
Voltage90 volts
Wattage60 watts
Amperage2 A
MaterialMetal
Style NameNo Battery
Unit Count1 Count
Finish TypePainted
Finish TypesPainted
Model NumberROCKSTRIP 252
Power SourceCorded Electric
Material TypeMetal
Mounting TypeTruss Mount
Item Type NameRockville ROCKSTRIP 252 LED 5 Channel DMX RGB Color Strip DJ Wash Up Light Bar
Shade MaterialMetal
Light Source TypeLight Emitting Diode
Specification MetUL Listed
Included Components2 x Mounting brackets, Owners-manual, Power cord, Remote, Rockstrip 252
Full listing titleRockville ROCKSTRIP 252 LED 50W RGB Color Strip Light Bar, 3/4/5/7-Channel DMX, High-Speed Color Changing, Master/Slave Link, Remote, for DJs and Stage | Remote Control, Sound Activated, Master/Slave Link, Strobe & Fade Effects, RGB Mixing

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