Resolume | Slice Strobe

Resolume Arena , "Slice Strobe" refers to a popular VJ technique or third-party plugin used to trigger high-speed flashes across specific slices defined in your Advanced Output

. This is essential for mapping LED screens or complex stage setups where you want visuals to pulse rhythmically across different physical panels. Key Options for Slice Strobing

You can achieve this effect using specialized plugins or native tools: SLICE STROBE (Plugin by KPT Hippo)

: A dedicated addon that generates colored strobes for composition slices. : Random strobe or sequential order.

: Includes "Slice-O-Rama" and the ability to strobe slice edges or flash specific video/images instead of solid colors. Customization

: Adjust strobe speed, primary/secondary colors, and thickness for edge strobes. RadicalSlice (Wire Patch)

: A plugin that brings dynamic strobe effects to slice-based compositions using Resolume Wire

. It supports solid fills, edges, and visual overlays with adjustable frequency and fade smoothness. Resolume Slice Pulse/Strobe slice strobe resolume

: A simpler tool that uses BPM for main speed to chase pulses in order or randomly across slices. Native Custom Method (via Wire) : You can build a custom strobe from scratch using Resolume Wire by connecting a Texture In node to an Attack Release

node for soft or harsh pulsing, then mapping it to specific slices. Implementation Basics Configure Slices : First, create your mapping layout in the Advanced Output (Ctrl+Shift+A). Apply Effect

: Drag your chosen slice strobe effect onto a layer or clip. Assign Slices : Open the Slices Tab

(View > Show Slices) and drag your defined slices into the effect's slice list to tell it exactly where to flash. Sync to BPM : Ensure the strobe speed is synced to the of the track for maximum impact.

Most "Slice Strobe" tools, such as the KPT Hippo Addon or Radical Slice, function by interfacing with the slices you have already defined in your mapping. Key features typically include:

Trigger Modes: You can choose to strobe slices randomly or in a specific sequential order (chase effect).

Content Options: Modern versions (v1.5+) allow you to flash not just solid colors, but also specific videos, images, or even transparent logos. Resolume Arena , "Slice Strobe" refers to a

Edge Strobing: Some plugins allow you to strobe only the edges of your slices, with adjustable thickness for a "wireframe" look.

Symmetry: A symmetric mode can mirror strobe patterns across the composition, which is ideal for balanced stage designs. How to Implement Slice Strobing

To use these effects, you generally need to have your mapping configured first. SLICE STROBE - KPT HIPPO

This technique is great for rhythmic chopping, video synth textures, and high-energy transitions.

We can emulate a broken laser scanner.

A master strobe turns every pixel on and off simultaneously. A slice strobe only targets a specific region or layer.

Why do this?

Problem: The strobe looks like a flickering lightbulb, not a rhythmic effect. Solution: Turn off Hold and Fade in the Strobe effect. Set Hold to 0 and Fade to 0 for a square wave chop.

Problem: The Slice Strobe kills my frame rate. Solution: Slice and Strobe are GPU-intensive. Use the Slice Transform in Advanced Output only on your master output, not on individual sources. Or, render your slice strobe as a clip via Composition -> Save as DXV to bounce it.

Problem: The slices don't align with my LED screen mapping. Solution: Use Slice Transform within the Advanced Output. You can right-click a slice in the Output Matrix and add a Strobe effect just to that specific screen slice. This allows you to make one monitor strobe while another stays solid.

For a more advanced "Slice Strobe" reminiscent of the "Slices" feature in older VJ software (like MotionDive):

It is a combination of two distinct effects: