How does this category differ from splitters and Art-Net?

The splitters and Art-Net page is devoted to distributing an existing DMX signal across several lines and converting network Art-Net into DMX. Here it's about processing and managing the signal: mergers combine several sources into one, multiplexers select and route sources, and combo devices combine splitting and merging. Splitters are mentioned here too, because they're often part of the same versatile devices. In a full system all these links complement each other. We'll advise exactly what your light-control system needs.

Why do you need source backup (failover)?

Backup, or failover, is a function where the merger monitors the main source (console or controller) and, if it disappears or fails, automatically switches to a backup. This is critically important for demanding events — concerts, theatre performances, TV broadcasts — where a sudden loss of light control is unacceptable. A backup console or media server takes over the show without a noticeable pause. Many professional mergers have priority and switching-delay settings. We'll suggest a solution with backup for your project.

Do mergers affect RDM?

Yes, combining two sources complicates the bidirectional RDM channel: when two consoles feed one line, the 'return' addressing path can be disrupted. So not all mergers and multiplexers support pass-through RDM — this is worth considering if you plan remote addressing of fixtures. Some professional devices have special RDM support in merge mode. We'll help pick a device with the required capabilities. We'll suggest RDM-compatible mergers and multiplexers.

Which brands of mergers and multiplexers do you offer?

DMX mergers, multiplexers, matrix routers and combo splitter-mergers from Swisson, Enttec, Showtec, Botex, Eurolite, DMX King and other brands — from simple 2→1 mergers to matrices with backup, optoisolation and RDM. We select by the number of inputs/outputs, merge modes, backup and mounting format. Delivery across Ukraine; pickup in Kyiv (Olzhycha St, 15). Warranty, instalments, Prozorro tenders for theatres, culture houses and institutions. Phone +380 (73) 060 01 01.

Delivery and tenders for lighting equipment?

We deliver mergers and multiplexers across Ukraine by Nova Poshta; free from ₴4,000. Pickup is in Kyiv (Olzhycha St, 15, Dorohozhychi metro) and in Lviv. Instalment payments via PrivatBank and monobank up to 12 payments are available. We work via Prozorro tenders for theatres, houses of culture, schools and cultural institutions — we'll help with documents and selecting a light-control system. We'll advise availability and timing for your order. Call +380 (73) 060 01 01.

Splitters, Mergers & Multiplexers for Lighting

Q: What is a DMX merger?

A DMX merger is a device that combines two (sometimes more) DMX sources into one output signal. It's needed when two consoles must work on one chain of fixtures, when an architectural or backup controller is added to the main one, or when several control sources need to be combined into a shared line. A merger works in HTP or LTP modes, which determine exactly how channel values are combined. It's a basic tool for complex systems with several operators or sources. We'll suggest a merger for your control configuration.

Q: What are HTP and LTP merge?

These are two modes of combining DMX signals. HTP (Highest Takes Precedence) — 'the highest value wins': for each channel the merger takes the larger of the two sources. This is logical for intensity (brightness), where light should turn on from any source. LTP (Latest Takes Precedence) — 'the latest change wins': a channel takes the value of the source that changed last. This is logical for moving-head position, colour or gobo, where the last command matters. Many mergers let you choose the mode for different channel ranges. We'll suggest a device with the right modes.

Q: What is a DMX multiplexer?

A DMX multiplexer is a device for selecting and routing a signal: it receives several DMX sources and directs the required one to the required outputs, while more complex matrix routers arbitrarily switch several inputs to several outputs. This is convenient when you need to quickly switch control between consoles, zones or universes, or flexibly redistribute the signal in a large installation without recabling. Unlike a merger, which combines signals, a multiplexer rather selects and directs them. We'll suggest a multiplexer or router for your scale.

DMX signal combining, routing and backup — Swisson, Enttec, Showtec

Mergers, multiplexers and splitters are tools for processing and managing the DMX signal. Mergers combine two sources into one output (HTP/LTP modes) and provide console backup, multiplexers select and route sources, and splitters split the signal into several lines. Together they let you build reliable systems with several operators, zones and backup sources. At SoundsGood — Swisson, Enttec, Showtec, Botex, DMX King. Delivery across Ukraine.

🔗Mergers
2 sources → 1 output

🔀Multiplexers
Selection & routing

🛟Backup
Backup / failover

🛡️Optoisolation
Protection & RDM

💡 Splitters, mergers & multiplexers

Swisson

Not sure what to choose? Write your system makeup and number of sources — we'll match a merger, multiplexer or combo device.

🧩 Types of signal-management devices

🔀 Splitter (1 → many)

Splits and regenerates one DMX signal into several independent lines to fixtures. Often optoisolated.

🔗 Merger (many → 1)

Combines two (or more) DMX sources into one output in HTP or LTP mode. For two consoles on a line.

🔀 Multiplexer / router

Selects and routes several sources to the required outputs; matrices switch inputs × outputs arbitrarily.

🛟 Backup (failover)

Monitors the main source and automatically switches to a backup on failure. Show reliability.

🎯 How to choose a merger or multiplexer

🔢 Inputs and outputs

How many sources you need to combine or route and how many outputs your system needs.

⚖️ Merge mode

HTP for intensity, LTP for position and colour. Better — mode selection per channel range.

🛟 Backup

For demanding shows — a merger with priority and automatic switching to a backup source.

🛡️ Optoisolation

Protection of console and fixtures from interference and 'ground loops', especially on long runs.

🔁 RDM support

Merging complicates RDM. If you need remote addressing — choose RDM-compatible models.

🛡️ Brand and mounting

Swisson, Enttec, Showtec, Botex, DMX King. Rack 19″, compact or DIN — for your mounting.

📊 Which device for what

Device	Inputs	Outputs	Purpose
Splitter	1	Many	Distribution across lines
Merger	2+	1	Combining sources
Merger with backup	2	1	Console redundancy
Multiplexer	Several	Several	Selection and routing
Matrix / router	Several	Several	Arbitrary switching
Combo split-merge	Config.	Config.	Versatile

Need only 1→several distribution? That's splitters and Art-Net. Here it's combining and routing. We'll advise.

🏆 Delivery, warranty and instalments

🛡️

Official warranty

Genuine equipment with a warranty

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Show reliability

Source backup and failover

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Help with the system

We'll advise merge modes and routing

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Prozorro tenders

For theatres, culture houses and institutions

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Delivery across Ukraine

Nova Poshta; free from ₴4,000

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Instalment payments

PrivatBank, monobank — up to 12 payments

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is a DMX merger?

A device that combines two (sometimes more) DMX sources into one output — for two consoles on a line, adding a backup or architectural controller. Works in HTP or LTP modes.

What are HTP and LTP merge?

HTP ('highest wins') takes the larger value from the sources — logical for intensity. LTP ('latest wins') takes the value of the last-changed source — logical for moving-head position, colour, gobo.

What is a DMX multiplexer?

A device for selecting and routing a signal: it receives several sources and directs the required one to the required outputs; matrix routers switch inputs × outputs arbitrarily. Unlike a merger — it selects rather than combines.

How does this differ from splitters/Art-Net?

Splitters and Art-Net are 1→several distribution and network gateways. Here it's combining (mergers), selection and routing (multiplexers). In a system all links complement each other.

Why source backup (failover)?

Failover: the merger monitors the main console and automatically switches to a backup on failure. Critical for concerts, performances and broadcasts where loss of control is unacceptable.

Do they affect RDM?

Yes, combining two sources complicates the RDM return channel. Not all mergers support pass-through RDM — consider this if you plan remote addressing. We'll suggest RDM-compatible models.

Which brands?

Swisson, Enttec, Showtec, Botex, Eurolite, DMX King — 2→1 mergers, multiplexers, matrix routers and combo splitter-mergers with backup, optoisolation and RDM.

Delivery and tenders?

Delivery across Ukraine by Nova Poshta; free from ₴4,000. Pickup — Kyiv and Lviv. Instalments up to 12 payments. We work via Prozorro tenders for theatres and cultural institutions.

📞 Order mergers & multiplexers

📱 Phones

+380 (73) 060 01 01 — Kyiv

+380 (97) 667 14 43 — Lviv

✉️ E-mail

info@soundsgood.kiev.ua

For tenders: info@soundsgood.kiev.ua

📍 Address

Olzhycha St, 15, Kyiv, 04116
Metro: Dorohozhychi

🕐 Hours

Mon–Fri: 11:00–18:00
Sat–Sun: closed

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