Optic8 taps Brompton & Absen to deliver VP with over 145 million pixels

In a cutting-edge collaboration, Optic8 and Trilogy Studios have opened a state-of-the-art virtual production facility in Dallas, Texas, powered by Brompton Technology’s industry-leading Tessera SX40 LED processors and Absen’s high-performance LED screens. This facility comprises three advanced production stages: a main cinematic volume designed for film and TV, a specialized car process stage, and a smaller stage tailored for commercials and music videos – together offering unrivaled creative possibilities for diverse productions.

Founded in 2020 by Dan Kretz, Optic8 is an industry-leading technology integrator specializing in immersive experiences, virtual production systems, and LED volumes. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Optic8 teams travel to clients worldwide to help with everything from film and commercial projects to corporate applications and groundbreaking immersive installations.

Optic8 and Trilogy Studios have been very pleased with the Brompton lineup. “We test and re-test so many products out there, and we bring those results to our clients,” says Kretz. “Trilogy Studios was impressed with everything from the ease of use, the customization capabilities and color accuracy, to the ability to do Genlock and multi-camera virtual production shoots – Trilogy Studios was very excited to go with Brompton.”

At the heart of the Dallas stages are Absen’s PR series LED panels: the cinematic stage is equipped with 337.5 sqm of PR2.5 for the backdrop, 303 sqm of PR5.2 for the ceiling, and 32 sqm of PR2.5 for the side walls. The car process stage features 152 sqm of PR1.9 for the backdrop and 45 sqm of PR2.5 overhead, while the commercial stage utilizes 75 sqm of PR1.9 for the backdrop and 54 sqm of PR2.5 for the ceiling. “We’ve had an incredible experience with the various Absen panels so far,” Kretz shares. “Virtual production demands a lot from an LED panel, and Absen holds up nicely to those demands. The PR series is consistent, super light, easy to assemble, and the communication between the panels and the Brompton processors is seamless.”

Neil Morrison, VP of Rental & Staging for AbsenLive, shares his excitement about the collaboration: “We are incredibly proud to be a part of this groundbreaking project. Absen’s PR series panels were designed to meet the demands of high-performance virtual production, and this facility showcases their full potential. The seamless integration with Brompton’s processors will ensure a flawless production environment for filmmakers and producers alike.”

Optic8 and Trilogy Studios are not stopping in Dallas. They are currently vetting several North American cities as potential new sites in 2025, further expanding their footprint in the virtual production landscape.

“We’re thrilled that Optic8 and Trilogy Studios have opted to utilize Brompton processing in their new Dallas virtual production studio,” says Webster Moyle, Technical Sales Manager, Brompton Technology. “We created the Tessera SX40 to be the industry’s gold standard for virtual production, and we believe its wide array of features and customization will be great for any type of project that comes through the studio.”

Equipped with 32 Brompton Tessera SX40 processors, this facility supports an astounding total pixel processing capability of 324 million pixels. The combination of Absen LED panels and Brompton’s cutting-edge technology creates a revolutionary production environment ready to serve a wide range of media needs, from Hollywood blockbusters to high-end commercials.