EXPLORE ELECTRO KABUKI
LEARN HOW TO CREATE A FLAWLESS KABUKI DROP
What is EK?
EK2 is a sophisticated but exceptionally easy-to-use system that comprises a selection of parts you can configure to precisely meet your exact event requirements.
The power of the EK - the world's best kabuki drop system
Electro Kabuki is a sophisticated kabuki drop system. Its precision-engineered solenoid actuator technology makes it impressively reliable. But Electro Kabuki is also exceptionally easy to configure, easy to rig, and even easier to use. The system comprises a selection of parts you can choose and configure to precisely match your event requirements.
Our robust, weatherproof Electro Kabuki dropper modules are the innovative actuator units at the action end of the rig. Electro Kabuki firing boxes and control boxes are the intelligent heart of the entire system. In between are many useful components to make rigging simple and the whole construction instantly effective.
Have 100% Confidence in Your Kabuki Drop
With Electro Kabuki, curtain drops, kabuki drops and reveals have never been so dependable. But they have a chequered history. Everyone has a story of a failure that left artists bemused and the stage crew embarrassed.
With the Electro Kabuki system, those days are well and truly over.
Simple to Operate
Your Kabuki drop couldn't be simpler to operate. Press the Fire button and powerful magnets release the hooks, so your Electro Kabuki modules drop simultaneously. All of them. Every time. Or switch control to DMX for an automated release. Want a two-stage drop? No problem. Just fire circuit 1 and 2 EK modules separately.
Works Everytime
There’s nothing to get hung up about. Electro Kabuki uses clever electro-magnet technology and a unique hook design to make your reveal effect perfect. EK modules always activate first time, even with no load. Or drop up to 50Kg from each one. Now that’s heavyweight performance – and a load off your mind.
Easy to Rig
Your Kabuki drop couldn't be easier to rig. Just attach the Electro Kabuki modules to a lighting rail or rig. Space them about a metre apart. Link them together with our easy colour-coded EK cabling. Connect up the firing box. Visually check the system status indicators. Switch to ‘Armed’ and you’re ready to go.
Fully Expandable
We designed the Electro Kabuki system to be completely expandable. Or contractible! Sometimes your reveal won’t need dozens of linked EK modules. Others will. And often you’ll want to rig more than one circuit for phased drops. Everything’s possible with EK.
How it works
SEE JUST HOW EASY IT REALLY IS
Two Become One
Circuit 1 and 2 EK modules fire independently for split drops. But all firing boxes can join them together, giving one big reveal using all the modules at once.
Works with No Load
EK modules incorporate a clever spring that throws the hook arm clear of the retaining magnet when light loads are used. Or even when there's no load.
Silence is Golden
When EK modules actuate, they are virtually silent. Even the release hook is damped by a rubber pad. A theatrical reveal is something to be seen, not heard.
Used Around The World
Electro Kabuki is used by troupes, tours, artists and staging crews around the world. You can purchase EK from us at Electro Kabuki HQ in the UK, or get hold of the EK systems, components and accessories you need through our approved distributors. These professional organisations can also provide local event support and services. Visit our EK Distributors' page.
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