Aputure Electro Storm CS15 RGB LED Monolight (No Plug)
SPECIAL ORDER. Usually ships within 2 weeks once confirmed with supplier.
For exact lead times, please reach out to our sales team. This is a final sale item and is not eligible for return or exchange. Please review our Return Policy for details.
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Aputure Electro Storm CS15 RGB LED Monolight (No Plug)
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Shipping Information
Ships from Vancouver, BC across Canada. Free shipping on regular orders over $199 CAD (remote areas and oversize/overweight items excluded). In-stock items typically ship within 1 business day; special-order items ship once the supplier confirms — lead times on request. Local pickup at 945 E Cordova St showroom.
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Customer Support
Email info@filmgearcanada.com or call (604) 269-4161. Our team gives pre-purchase advice, helps you spec the right model for your shoot, and confirms compatibility before you order. Open Monday–Saturday, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM PT. In-store consultation at our Vancouver, BC showroom.
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FAQ’s
Authorized Canadian dealer for Aputure, amaran, DJI, Nanlite, Tilta, and more. All products include full manufacturer warranty and Canadian-side support. For B2B / production-house pricing, net terms, or rental questions, email info@filmgearcanada.com — we work with crews and studios across Canada.
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Contact Us
Filmgear Canada — 945 E Cordova St #108, Vancouver, BC V6A 1H9. Phone: (604) 269-4161. Email: info@filmgearcanada.com. Showroom open Mon–Sat, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM — walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed.
Product Overview
The Aputure Electro Storm CS15 Monolight (No Plug) is a 1,585W full-color RGB point-source LED monolight for rental houses, gaffers, commercial crews, studios, and high-end productions that need HMI-class output with color control and need Filmgear Canada help choosing the correct power, case, modifier, and accessory path before a Canadian shoot. Order it through Filmgear Canada in Canada with Canadian dealer and manufacturer-warranty support, Canada-wide shipping or pickup planning, and no U.S. retailer import or tariff surprise; contact us before a deadline-sensitive shoot so availability can be checked.
The CS15 is the Electro Storm choice when full-color control matters as much as output. It is built for crews that need RGB color, wide CCT range, green-magenta adjustment, weather-resistant rental construction, and accessory planning around the F14 Fresnel, reflector kit, Spotlight Max, and motorized yoke.
This monolight version is the cleaner purchase when the crew wants the head, control box, cable path, reflector, and core accessories first while handling case and transport planning separately. The No Plug version is for productions or electrical departments that need to specify the plug or power connector path instead of buying the standard plug package.
The core buying decision is CS15 vs XT26. Choose CS15 when saturated color, skin-tone fidelity, matching, effects, or color-critical commercial work are part of the job. Choose XT26 when the job is mostly white light and the crew needs the highest raw output in the Electro Storm family.
Key Features
- 1,585W full-color RGB Electro Storm fixture for high-output color and white-light production work.
- Clear match for crews searching Aputure CS15 who need the full-color Electro Storm model instead of the XT26 output-first model.
- 2,000K to 10,000K CCT range with high SSI color performance for color-critical sets.
- Dual accessory path with Bowens Mount and electronic Aputure Mount support for heavy modifiers.
- IP65 dust and water resistance for demanding studio, stage, rental, and exterior environments.
- Professional control path including Sidus Link, CRMX, Art-Net, sACN, etherCON, and 16-bit DMX512.
- Monolight package keeps the first purchase focused on the fixture before case and transport choices are added.
- No Plug package suits crews with qualified electrical planning and a custom connector requirement.
How It Compares
Compare Aputure Electro Storm CS15 Monolight (No Plug) with the adjacent Aputure options before buying so the package matches the job instead of only the model name.
| Option | Choose it when | Watch out for |
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| CS15 Monolight No Plug | Choose it when the CS15 is the right fixture and this exact package matches the first-shoot transport and power plan. | Still confirm crew, rigging, power, stands, and modifiers before a deadline job. |
| Electro Storm CS15 | Choose it when full-color output, color effects, and high color fidelity matter more than maximum white-light punch. | It is a large professional fixture and needs proper power, rigging, transport, and accessory planning. |
| Electro Storm XT26 | Choose it when tunable white output and 4K HMI-class punch matter more than RGB color. | It is not a full-color RGB fixture. |
| STORM 1000c | Choose it when a smaller full-color STORM package is a better fit than Electro Storm size and power. | Less output and a different accessory scale than CS15. |
| STORM 1200x | Choose it when bi-color STORM output is enough and the crew does not need Electro Storm scale. | No RGB color engine and less top-end output than Electro Storm. |
Compatible Accessories and Related Gear
Build this CS15 purchase as an Electro Storm system: compare CS15, XT26, F14 Fresnel, reflector kit, Sidus control, STORM alternatives, power, cases, and rigging before treating the head as a complete package.
- Electro Storm CS15 US Plug
- Electro Storm CS15 Flight Case US Plug
- Electro Storm XT26 US 60A Plug
- Electro Storm XT26 Flight Case US Plug
- F14 Fresnel for CS15 and XT26
- Reflector Kit for CS15 and XT26
- Sidus One
- Aputure brand hub
- Filmgear Canada lighting collection
Who Is This For?
Choose CS15 for commercial sets, rental packages, stages, studios, music videos, vehicle work, and color-heavy high-output jobs where the lighting plan already includes crew, power, stands, modifiers, and transport.
Who Should Choose Something Else?
Do not choose CS15 as a casual creator key light, a small interview fixture, or a simple plug-and-shoot package. If the job is mostly white-light output, household power, smaller modifiers, or a lighter case plan, compare XT26, STORM 1200x, STORM 700x, or STORM 1000c before buying.
Specifications
| Fixture class | 1,585W full-color RGB Electro Storm LED monolight |
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| CCT range | 2,000K to 10,000K |
| Color quality | SSI Tungsten 89+ and SSI D56 86+ |
| Mounts | Bowens Mount plus electronic Aputure Mount |
| Weather rating | IP65 |
| Core accessories | F14 Fresnel, Electro Storm reflector kit, Spotlight Max, motorized yoke, Sidus One control |
| Package version | Monolight package with No Plug |
| Power-planning note | No Plug title variant for custom power connector planning |
In the Box
Aputure Electro Storm CS15 lamp head, removable yoke, control box, control box handcart, 15m head cable, AC power cable path, Aputure Mount 35 deg reflector, barn doors for Aputure Mount reflector, barn doors adapter, and Aputure Mount protection cover. This Shopify title is the monolight package, so plan separate case, stand, transport, and modifier choices when the job requires them. Power version: No Plug.
FAQ
Should I choose CS15 or XT26?
Choose CS15 when full-color RGB control, color effects, and color-critical commercial work matter. Choose XT26 when the job is mostly tunable white and output is the top priority.
Should I buy the Monolight package?
Choose the monolight package when you want the fixture package first and prefer to decide the case, transport, modifier, and rigging path separately.
Is the No Plug version right for my power plan?
The No Plug version is for productions or electrical departments that need to specify the connector path. If the crew wants the standard plug variant, choose the matching plug version instead.
Which accessories should I plan with CS15?
Plan the F14 Fresnel, Electro Storm reflector kit, Spotlight Max, motorized yoke, Sidus control, stand class, sandbags, power, and transport before treating the fixture as a complete production package.
Where can I buy Aputure Electro Storm CS15 in Canada?
Buy Aputure Electro Storm CS15 from Filmgear Canada for Canada-wide shipping, Vancouver-area pickup support, Canadian dealer and manufacturer-warranty support, and help choosing the right Electro Storm package, power path, and accessories.
Where to Buy in Canada
Buy Aputure Electro Storm CS15 Monolight (No Plug) from Filmgear Canada for Canada-wide shipping, Vancouver-area pickup support, Canadian dealer and manufacturer-warranty support, and help choosing the right accessories, power path, kit, or alternative before you commit. Canadian buyers can avoid U.S. retailer import and tariff surprises by ordering through Filmgear Canada instead of cross-border sourcing.
Shop the Aputure brand hub in Canada or browse Filmgear Canada lighting collections for adjacent fixtures, modifiers, control gear, and accessories.
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. For opened or used items, a minimum 15% restocking fee may apply depending on the item condition.
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Special Order Items (Final Sale)
Certain professional, project-based products are supplied on a Special Order basis and are not regularly stocked. Special Order items are final sale and cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded once the order has been confirmed with the manufacturer.
These items are ordered specifically for individual projects and may include, but are not limited to:
- Professional wireless communication systems
- Large-scale lighting equipment
- Studio carts and grip equipment
- Cine lenses and special production gear
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Exchanges
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