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Modulo Kinetic
What Modulo Kinetic is
Modulo Kinetic is a media server and embedded live mixer for preparing and running show content. Kinetic Designer supports offline study, simulation, and pre-encoding, then automatically distributes media to connected VNode servers. It handles Apple ProRes, HAP up to 8K+, uncompressed sequences including 10-bit DPX, and Interactive Shader Format. Creative tools include non-linear real-time timelines, 2D compositing, 2D and 3D warping, and X-Map video mapping.
The live mixer includes program, preview, and confidence screens, presets, and transition effects. Its 3D workflow covers scene visualization, animation editing, particles, interactive content, and VR show-scene visualization. The KineMotion optical tracking module enables real-time projection on moving objects, interaction with 3D scenes, and sending beacon positions to lighting desks using PosiStage protocol. Show control can trigger tasks through Calendar, MIDI, OSC, GPIO, and DMX through Art-Net; live input cards use Deltacast FLEX video I/O technology. Multiple operators can use the media server and mixer at once, with content and operations synchronized. Modulo Pi serves applications including corporate events, permanent installations, creative mappings, theme parks, museums, and touring.
Who it suits
Modulo Kinetic suits show designers preparing and simulating projects, graphic designers creating content, and operators programming projects offline. It also fits teams working on events, installations, mappings, museums, theme parks, or touring productions.
What it does well
- Offline study, simulation, and pre-encoding in Kinetic Designer.
- Supports HAP up to 8K+ and 10-bit DPX sequences.
- Includes real-time 2D and 3D warping and X-Map video mapping.
- Live mixer has program, preview, and confidence screens.
- Multiple operators can work with synchronized content and operations.
- Offers ticketing, urgent phone support, and training sessions.
What to know first
- Designer licenses work on Windows only.
- Full show playback requires Modulo Kinetic hardware.
- The 2D plan is watermarked and limited to the 2D environment.
- Listed plans provide one blinking output.
Limits
The 2D plan costs 70.00 EUR once and is watermarked, limited to the 2D environment, and has one blinking output. The 2D+3D plan costs €90 a month, has one blinking output and temporary access to external devices; full show playback requires Modulo Kinetic hardware.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Modulo Kinetic Designer 2D | 70.00€ +VAT if applicable · Watermarked · 2D environment only · 1 blinking output · Full show playback requires Modulo Kinetic hardware | €70, paid once |
| Modulo Kinetic Designer 2D+3D | From: 90.00€ +VAT if applicable / month · 1 blinking output · Temporary access to external devices · Full show playback requires Modulo Kinetic hardware · Subscription options: 1, 3, 6, 12, or 24 months | €90 a month |
As modulo-pi.com lists them, read 4 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the Modulo Kinetic website.
- Choose the 2D or 2D+3D Designer plan.
- For Designer, use Windows 7 64-bit or above with a dedicated GPU meeting the listed OpenGL requirement.
- Use the offline Designer workflow for study, simulation, and pre-encoding.
- Connect to Modulo Kinetic hardware for full show playback.
Verdict
Choose Modulo Kinetic for show preparation and operation when its media, mapping, mixer, tracking, and control workflows fit the production. Look elsewhere if you need Designer on a platform other than Windows or need full playback without Modulo Kinetic hardware.
Questions
How much does Modulo Kinetic cost?
The 2D Designer plan is 70.00 EUR once. The 2D+3D Designer plan is €90 a month, with subscription options of 1, 3, 6, 12, or 24 months; VAT may apply to both prices.
Is there a free plan?
No. The listed plans are paid.
Which platforms support Designer?
Modulo Kinetic Designer licenses work on Windows only. The minimum listed requirements are Windows 7 64-bit or above and a dedicated GPU with OpenGL 4.1 for 2D or OpenGL 4.5 for 2D+3D.
Can I play a full show with Designer alone?
No. Full show playback requires Modulo Kinetic hardware.
What control protocols are supported?
Show control can trigger tasks through Calendar, MIDI, OSC, GPIO, and DMX through Art-Net. KineMotion can send beacon positions to lighting desks using PosiStage protocol.
What support does Modulo Pi provide?
Modulo Pi provides a technical ticketing system, phone support for urgent matters Monday to Friday, and regularly organized training sessions.
Facts from Modulo Kinetic's own pages
- 3D and interactivity
- The 3D workflow includes scene visualization, animation editing, a particles engine, interactive content, and VR show-scene visualization. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Compositing and mapping
- The software supports non-linear real-time timelines, 2D compositing, 2D and 3D warping, and X-Map video mapping. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2010 · modulo-pi.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- La Plaine Saint Denis, France · modulo-pi.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations and control
- Show control can trigger tasks through Calendar, MIDI, OSC, GPIO, and DMX through Art-Net, and the system supports live input cards using Deltacast FLEX video I/O technology. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The 2D+3D monthly license is described for show designers doing project study and simulation, graphic designers creating content, and operators programming projects offline. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Live mixer
- The embedded low-latency live mixer includes live program, preview and confidence screens, presets, and transition effects. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Media formats
- It handles Apple ProRes, HAP up to 8K+, uncompressed sequences including 10-bit DPX, and Interactive Shader Format (ISF). · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Multi-user
- Several operators can work simultaneously in the media server and mixer interfaces, with contents and operations synchronized. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Platform requirements
- Modulo Kinetic Designer licenses work on Windows only; the listed minimums are Windows 7 64-bit or above and a dedicated GPU with OpenGL 4.1 for 2D or OpenGL 4.5 for 2D+3D. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Modulo Kinetic is a high-end media server with an embedded live mixer for show study, simulation, creation, encoding, playback, and control. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- Modulo Pi provides a technical ticketing system, phone support for urgent matters Monday to Friday, and regularly organized training sessions. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Tracking
- KineMotion is an optical tracking module for real-time projection on moving objects, interaction with 3D scenes, and sending beacon positions to lighting desks using PosiStage protocol (PSN). · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Use cases
- Modulo Pi describes its systems as serving corporate events, permanent installations, creative mappings, theme parks, museums, and touring. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Workflow
- Kinetic Designer can work offline for show study, simulation, and pre-encoding, then distribute media automatically to connected VNode servers. · modulo-pi.com, 4 Oct 2026
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