by
Liam Haeffele
| Sep 23, 2025
Center Stage @ BMI is a recurring series that aims to showcase select vendors and brands that BMI Supply carries. Each blog may feature recent vendor news, brand new products, or perhaps older products that have recently been added to our ecommerce site.
Swisson is a staple in our lighting control catalog - with a wide range of gadgets for DMX testing, transmission, and networking, these products are a must-have in any system. While the product is manufactured in Switzerland, BMI Supply is proud to be
a part of the dedicated dealer channel for Swisson.
We've hand-picked a selection of Swisson gear, providing a high-level glimpse of what they carry:
The XMT-500 gives you versatile signal & cable-testing functionality for DMX, RDM, Art-Net, & sACN. From sending & receiving data between channels to testing for faulty cables, the XMT-500 provides a unique multifaceted solution to use in
DMX setups. A full-color, backlit display provides high contrast and the device is complete with an intuitive menu system. New firmware for the XMT-500 was released earlier this year - in the form of the Node app and the Advanced RDM Feature Package. The
Node app allows for fast control over network + port settings, directly from your mobile device. Meanwhile, the Advanced RDM package allows the user to edit device labels, start addresses, and perform resets, giving an unprecedented level of control
within remote device management.
Designed for smaller midrange productions without sacrificing performance, the XES-8G provides enough bandwidth for controlling the light of any show - this is due to its ability to function with any protocol operating on top of TCP/IP and/or Ethernet1.
Additionally, it is compatible with Art-Net sACN and Dante. Because many shows rely on data being passed through at least one switch, the XES-8G boasts two separate PSUs in the event of unexpected outages. All in all, the features below are what the
user can expect:
- Optimized for Art-Net, sACN and Dante
- Four queue DiffServ (differentiated services) for optimal quality of service (QoS) with the Dante protocol
- No broadcast bandwidth limitation
- Two universal power supplies (redundant PSU)
- Neutrik powerCON inputs and outputs for primary and backup power supply unit
- Neutrik etherCON sockets for network connection
- Rack mountable, 1 height unit
The XRC-200 is a straightforward DMX recording & replay device. Similar to a CD player, it allows for exact, precise playback of DMX sequences directly from a lighting console. The XRC-200 replays these sequences in real-time, making this gadget ideal
for non-professionals. Because it can record 2 DMX universes, it is suitable for LED and moving light applications. Hence, it covers your bases, whether you are in architecture / entertainment / tradeshow / retail environments.
Swisson's enduring commitment to quality and functionality is what makes them an outstanding manufacturer of control equipment. Please read through these product recommendations and give our team a shout if you have any questions!