Software comparison

Modul8 vs QLab

Modul8 is a VJ application, while QLab is a show-control application — they overlap in places but are often used together rather than as substitutes.

Modul8QLab
DeveloperGarageCUBEFigure 53
CountrySwitzerlandUnited States
CategoryVJ softwareShow control
PlatformsmacOSmacOS
LicencePaid licenceFree to program; paid licences to run advanced features
Skill levelBeginner → IntermediateBeginner → Pro
First release——
Best forClassic Mac VJ setups paired with MadMapper.Theatre sound and video playback with simple mapping.
Key features
  • Layer-based VJ mixing
  • Module scripting
  • Syphon output to MadMapper
  • Cue-based show control
  • Video surfaces with corner-pin & mesh warp
  • Audio playback & mixing
  • MIDI / OSC / Network cues

Verdict

Choose Modul8 for classic Mac VJ setups paired with MadMapper.

Choose QLab for theatre sound and video playback with simple mapping.

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