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    Next Generation Drone Technology.

    Meet Spectra.

    Smaller but more powerful than ever.

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    Spectra

    Small. Lightweight.
    Built for long shows.

    1-ClickPower all drones on & off with a single button
    IP54Weatherproof & waterproof rated
    Spectra drones in colorful formation

    Fast Charging

    Back-to-back shows

    Stackable Spectra drones ready for transport

    Stackable Design

    Easy transport

    OnboardDisplay screen for setup, calibration & troubleshooting
    273g20 drones per case — easy for any size crew to transport
    21 minMaximum flight time up to 21 minutes
    ±3cmRTK positioning accuracy — centimetre-level precision in the sky
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    Interactive 360° View

    Meet Spectra

    Click and Drag to Rotate Spectra and Explore the Details Up Close.

    Interactive 360° View

    Meet Spectra

    Click and Drag to Rotate Spectra and Explore the Details Up Close.

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    5–100 Drones

    Starter Pack

    Perfect for Small Events and Testing

    $1199Per Drone
    Including Charging Box
    • Extensive Training & Support
    • Detailed Guides
    • Charging Box Included
    • Batteries Included
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    Chosen by 80% of clients

    100–500 Drones

    Professional Pack

    Ideal for Medium-Sized Shows

    $999Per Drone
    Including Charging Box
    • Extensive Training & Support
    • Detailed Guides
    • Charging Box Included
    • Batteries Included
    • Show Design Consultation
    • Priority Firmware Updates
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    500+ Drones

    Enterprise Pack

    For Large-Scale Productions

    $899Per Drone
    Including Charging Box
    • Extensive Training & Support
    • Detailed Guides
    • Charging Box Included
    • Batteries Included
    • Show Design Consultation
    • Priority Firmware Updates
    • Dedicated Account Manager
    • On-Site Technical Support
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    Flexible Payment Plans and Deals.

    Flexible Financing

    Pay your way.

    Spread the cost of your drone fleet or show package with our range of flexible finance options.

    Pay your way.

    Monthly Payment Options

    Find a plan that works for you.

    Choose from a range of monthly payment plans tailored to your budget and fleet size.

    Find a plan that works for you.

    First-Time Buyer

    Reduced price for new customers.

    Enjoy an exclusive discount on your first Starbound order — our way of welcoming you to the family.

    Reduced price for new customers.
    Engineered Perfection

    Redundant by design

    Engineered Perfection

    Every critical system including lights, sensors, controls, and ground link is duplicated and isolated, using the same engineering mindset as high-performance aircraft to ensure absolute reliability.

    Rapid recharge technology

    Back-to-Back Shows

    Integrated charging boxes with onboard battery cells rapidly recharge drones after landing, ready to relaunch in under 15 minutes for continuous shows all night long.

    Back-to-Back Shows

    Purpose-built for portability

    Stack and Travel

    The drones stack securely for transport and deploy in minutes, turning hours of setup and teardown into a fast, repeatable process.

    Stack and Travel

    Simplified charging

    New Charging Technology

    No more rotating drones in batches, plug everything in and let our charging system handle the rest.

    Real-time diagnostics

    Onboard Troubleshooting

    An onboard display gives you real-time diagnostics, system status, and direct control. No laptop, no guesswork, no delays.

    Onboard Troubleshooting
    Advanced Flight Technology

    Precision engineering

    Advanced Flight Technology

    Built for performance, designed for spectacle. Our drones deliver unmatched reliability and stunning visual displays.

    Built for any conditions

    Made to Last

    Sealed, dustproof, and waterproof by design so shows can launch in rain, wind, and real-world conditions without hesitation.

    Made to Last

    Instant fleet management

    One Button. Full Control.

    Power every drone on or off instantly with a single command. No battery handling, no manual shutdown, no wasted time.

    One Button. Full Control.

    Stunning visual effects

    RGBW Colors

    Vibrant, dynamic colors that bring your vision to life with stunning effects.

    RGBW Colors

    Why Choose Our Drones

    Innovation designed for spectacular performances

    What Others Do
    What We Do
    Safety
    Basic Safety Features With Single Points Of Failure And Limited Redundancy.
    FAA-Compliant Architecture With Engineered Redundancy And Intelligent Fail-Safes. Designed So Your Show Stays Safe, Stable, And Fully Controlled — Every Time.
    Brightness
    Standard LED brightness with lower visibility and impact
    Ultra-High Output RGBW System Delivering Up To 3X The Brightness. Greater Visibility.
    Portability
    Bulky Hardware. Big Boxes, Long Setup Times.
    Drop And Fly! Compact, Stackable Aircraft With Automated Grid Positioning. Deploy In Minutes. Scale Effortlessly. Fly More Shows A Day.
    Swarm Control
    Limited Fleet Control With Basic Remote Power Switching And Manual Oversight
    Full Fleet Command From A Single Interface. Power, Monitor, Control And Deploy Thousands Of Drones Instantly.
    Charging
    Manual Battery Swaps Between Every Show.
    Stack-And-Charge Infrastructure Powering The Entire Fleet Simultaneously. Built For Rapid Turnaround And Back-To-Back Performances.
    Weather Resistance
    Ground Operations At The First Sign Of Rain.
    Rain-Resistant Airframes Designed To Operate Confidently In Challenging Conditions.
    Diagnostics
    Rely On Verbal Communication Across The Site And Require A Laptop Connection For Diagnostics And Troubleshooting.
    Integrated AMOLED Display For Instant On-Device Diagnostics And System Status. Full Laptop Control And Deep Fleet Telemetry When You Need It. Fast Insight. Total Control.
    Redundancy
    Single-Point Failures With Limited Fault Detection, Often Only Identified After Missing Aircraft In Formations.
    LED Redundancy Combined With Intelligent Pre-Flight And In-Flight Fault Monitoring. Issues Are Flagged Early To Protect Formation Integrity And Operational Safety.
    User Experience
    Complex Systems With Steep Learning Curves.
    Intuitive Workflows, Structured Training, And Ongoing Support. Professional Tools Designed For Professional Operators.

    Technical Specifications

    Aircraft

    Overall Dimensions
    256mm (L) x 212mm (W) x 56mm (H)
    Drone Weight
    273g
    Propeller Size
    4 Inch Propeller
    Propulsion
    Electric battery powered, 4 x brushless motors
    Positioning System
    RTK GNSS with u-blox ZED-F9P (cm-level precision)
    Hovering Accuracy
    ±3cm (with RTK+)
    Communication System
    Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz) primary link for mission upload, data sync, and RTK corrections
    C2 Link
    433MHz/915MHz telemetry redundant link and RTK corrections (LOS ≈ 1 km)
    Lost Link Response
    Auto Hover / Return-to-Home / Land (configurable)

    Operating Limits

    Operating Temperature Range
    -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F)
    Max Operating Wind Speed
    12 m/s (26 mph)
    Max Show Horizontal Speed
    10 m/s
    Max Show Ascent Speed
    8 m/s
    Max Descent Speed
    6 m/s
    Max Speed
    15 m/s (33 mph)

    Battery

    Capacity (energy)
    3000 mAh (~20 Wh)
    Voltage
    7.4 V (nominal) 8.4 V (fully charged)
    Battery Configuration
    2S
    Battery Chemistry
    Li-ion
    Flight / Show Time
    Up to 21 min flight, 15 min typical show
    Net Weight
    92g

    Lighting System

    Lighting System
    4W RGBW High-brightness LED
    Light Color
    Programmable 32 bit RGBW True Color
    Number of LED Units
    Three Per Drone
    Viewing Angle
    140 degrees

    GNSS Air Unit

    Receiver
    U-BLOX ZED-F9P (Dual-Band RTK GNSS)
    Supported GNSS
    GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou
    RTK Accuracy
    Centimetre-Level (with RTK+)
    Role in Show
    Precision Swarm Positioning and Trajectory Tracking

    RTK Base Station

    Receiver
    U-BLOX ZED-F9P RTK Base Station
    Supported GNSS
    GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou
    Correction Links
    Wi-Fi And 433 MHz Corrections Sent Simultaneously
    Deployment
    Tripod-Mounted With Clear Sky View, Located at Ground Control Station

    Additional Technical Specifications

    Onboard Display
    1 Inch Integrated Display For Diagnostics, Status, And Field Setup
    Internal Storage
    32GB SD Card For Logs And Show Data
    Ports
    USB-C Programming And Debug Port
    Updates
    Over-The-Air Fleet Firmware Updates
    Express LRS
    Take Control Of Individual Drones Within The Swarm
    Radio Module
    Integrated 433MHz Or 915MHz Telemetry Receiver
    Battery Monitoring
    Real-Time Battery Health, Usage, And Lifecycle Tracking

    Zero setup required

    Box Launch and Landing

    With box-based launch and recovery, shows deploy without mats, layouts, or manual setup. Just arrive, launch, and fly.

    Box Launch and Landing

    "The stars were made for stories."

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