MadMapper
7.3#2 in projection mapping softwareFrom €39 a monthFree planAPImacOSWindows
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Scalable Display Manager
5.2#23 in projection mapping softwareWindows
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| Fact | MadMapper | Scalable Display Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | The MadMapper concept and development began in 2010. | 2004 |
| Headquarters | Paris, France and Geneva, Switzerland; development team in Brussels, Belgium | Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA |
| Integrations | Networking and control options include MIDI, OSC, Art-Net, Spout, Syphon, NDI, Ableton Link, Blackmagic, USB cameras and MiniMad. | SDM lists 40+ image-generator SDK integrations and names Barco Pulse, Norxe Unify, Westar Warper4K, and Epic Unreal Engine among its integrations. |
| Purpose | MadMapper is an application for video and LED mapping. | SDM is camera-based software for automatic projector warping and edge blending in multi-projector simulation displays. |
| Support | Support requests can be submitted through MadMapper’s contact form, and the sales/support team is available Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 17:00 CET. | The maker offers Standard and Premier support tiers; Premier includes email, ticketing, dataset exchange, phone, TeamViewer, and remote setup. |
MadMapper plans
- Try MadMapperFree
- Temporary installations€39 a month
- Artist€399, paid once
- Artists€399, paid once
Scalable Display Manager plans
- Scalable Display ManagerPriced on request
Pick MadMapper if…
MadMapper is suited to visual and digital artists, scenographers, stage designers, VJs, and other creative people working with mapped visuals. Its extensive control and DMX options may fit projects involving live control or lighting systems.
Pick Scalable Display Manager if…
SDM suits organizations building projector-based simulation, immersive, entertainment, museum, planetarium, control-room, ProAV, or academic displays. It is intended for Windows calibration environments with compatible hardware.