I created a video of my 3 Wicked Lasers in use at the same time. It took some careful positioning of the beams but I managed to focus all three on the scanner assembly and to project three images at the same time. I used my open loop scanner to project the light and a combination of LaserLine and iTunes (Nine Inch Nails) to produce the image.

The base image was a rotating circle created using laser line. It was then modulated according to the music to create a more visually appealing result. the benefit of this method is that it avoids the diagonal shape that my scanner normally produces.

The effects are amazing! Check it out:

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I wanted to write a basic tutorial on how to create some simple but impressive laser effects for beginners (like me!) All this setup takes is a computer, an old Laser Disc player and some wire cutters.

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