When it comes to live event stage design, LED screens aren’t just decorative, they’re the heart of your visual storytelling. If you are hosting a concert, a corporate gala, or a sports event, Good layout can turn event into an unforgettable one.
Today, we will guide you three fully realized solutions for funnel circular screens and stage background LEDs to help you layout.
Solution 1: Main screen plus two special-shaped screens
Let’s start with Solution 1, which prioritizes stage vibe while keeping technical specs tight. This one works well if you want your screen design to match a specific render or mood board.
Main Stage Screen Design
For the main stage backdrop, we use a 2.5mm LED display. It is a great balance between sharpness and visibility, even for audience members in the mid-distance. The total screen size comes in at 6400mm x 3840mm, with a full resolution of 2560 x 1536.
We also add custom shaped screens to improve visual interest. These follow the outline in your reference sketches and match the overall render style.
The central circular screen has a diameter of 1280mm, and we handle any extra pixel points by adding a edge cover to hide them cleanly. The same goes for the four arrow-shaped screens.
Pros:
- The whole setup nails the stage atmosphere you’ll see in your renders.
- The custom shaped screens add depth that plain backdrops can’t match.
Cons:
- The main stage screen is on the smaller side. If you have a large venue, audience members in the back might find it lacks visual impact.
Upper Funnel Screen Assembly
The funnel screens above the stage are really shines. We keep the same 2.5mm pixel for a unified look, and use flexible displays for the curved shapes.
Top Large Circular Screen:
We use a flexible 2.5mm pixel pitch LED to form a closed ring, facing outward,so everyone in the venue can see it. The display’s circumference hits 25600mm ,that’s roughly 8149mm in diameter and stands 1280mm tall, with a resolution of 10240 x 512. It is plenty of space for dynamic visuals.
Middle Funnel Screen:
This one’s a closed structure, also using 2.5mm pixel pitch. It measures 3200mm front-facing wide, 2080mm tall. It has 640mm wide slanted sides (also 2080mm tall). The full resolution here is 6144 x 832. It is perfect for framing the stage without overwhelming it.
Bottom Circular Screen:
It is similar to the top ring but scaled down. It’s another closed, outward-facing 2.5mm flexible screen. The circumference is 12800mm (around 4074mm in diameter), height of 640mm, and resolution of 5120 x 256.
Installation Tip:
The entire funnel assembly stands 4000mm tall. We recommend suspending it 1.5 to 2 meters from the venue ceiling. This position of the front-facing screen is right between the first and second tiers of audience seats, so no one misses out.
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Total Control System
We keep the control setup straightforward but reliable, so your tech team can focus on content, not troubleshooting.
Content Playback:
We assign two dedicated video servers, one for the main stage screen, one for the ring screen. You can pre-set content using a debug monitor, so you know exactly how it’ll look before showtime.
Source Integration:
The playback console and other video sources ,like cameras or external feeds hook into the system via 4K audio-video encoders/decoders. This lets you pull any source into the video servers on the fly.
Unified Control:
A central control server manages all screen power, stage lights, and connected devices over the network. You can even use a tablet to access this server. It is great for making quick adjustments from anywhere in the venue.
Solution 2: Large Manin Screen
If your top priority is crisp, standard-format visuals and ultra-4K resolution, Solution 2 is your pick. It swaps some custom vibe for pure image quality.
Main Stage Screen Design
We switch up the main stage screen. Instead of 2.5mm pixel pitch, we use 3mm LED video wall. It is still sharp, but more cost-effective for larger sizes.
The total screen size jumps to 12288mm x 6912mm, with a resolution of 4096 x 2304—that’s over 4K, and it fits the 16:9 aspect ratio
Pros:
- Thanks to the 16:9 format, you won’t have to crop or stretch content, no more awkward black bars.
- The over-4K resolution makes text, logos, and video details pop, even from far away.
Cons:
- The stage feels a bit plain.
- Without custom shaped screens, the backdrop lacks the depth experience.
Upper Funnel Screen Assembly (Same as Solution 1)
Here’s the good news. the upper funnel screens don’t change. We keep the exact same hardware as Solution 1 to maintain consistency in visual quality and structure:
Top large circular screen:
2.5mm flexible LED, 25600mm circumference, 8149mm diameter, 1280mm height, 10240 x 512 resolution.
Middle funnel screen:
2.5mm LED dislay, 3200mm front width, 2080mm height, 640mm slanted sides, 6144 x 832 resolution.
Bottom circular screen:
2.5mm flexible LED, 12800mm circumference, 4074mm diameter, 640mm height, 5120 x 256 resolution.
Installation height recommendation: Since the entire screen is 4000mm high, it is recommended to hang it 1.5-2 meters from the top, so that the front screen is just in the middle of the first and second floor auditoriums.
Total Control System (Minor Adjustment)
Most of the control setup matches Solution 1, but we make one tweak to simplify:
Content Playback:
Instead of two separate video servers, we use one shared server for both the main stage screen and the ring screen. This cuts down on equipment and makes syncing content easier.
Source Integration:
Same as Solution 1,4K encoders/decoders let you pull in playback console feeds and other video sources.
Unified Control:
Still using a central server to manage power and lights, with tablet access for on-the-go adjustments.
Solution 3: Main screen plus two auxiliary side screens
If you want to balance size, atmosphere, and standard formatting, Solution 3 is your sweet spot. It fixes Solution 1’s small main screen and Solution 2’s plain vibe.
Main Stage Screen Design (Main + Secondary Screens)
We bring back the P2.5 LED display for sharpness, but we expand the main screen and add a secondary display to fill out the stage:
Main Screen:
Total size is 9216mm x 5184mm, with a resolution of 3072 x 1728. It’s bigger than Solution 1’s main screen and still fits the 16:9 standard .
Secondary Screen:
We add a smaller 2.5mm LED screen (768mm x 1728mm, 2560 x 1536 resolution) next to the main one.
This lets you run complementary content without cluttering the main display.
Pros:
- The main screen is larger than Solution 1’s, so it has more impact for back-row audiences.
- The secondary screen adds depth, making the stage more engaging than Solution 2’s plain backdrop.
- It also sticks to 16:9, so content integration is easy.
Cons:
While it’s more atmospheric than Solution 2, it still doesn’t have the custom shaped screens.
Upper Funnel Screen Assembly (Same as Solutions 1 & 2)
No changes here. We keep the proven funnel screen setup to maintain consistency across all three solutions:
Top large circular screen:
2.5mm flexible LED, 25600mm circumference, 8149mm diameter, 1280mm height, 10240 x 512 resolution.
Middle funnel screen:
2.5mm LED, 3200mm front width, 2080mm height, 640mm slanted sides, 6144 x 832 resolution.
Bottom circular screen:
2.5mm flexible LED, 12800mm circumference, 4074mm diameter, 640mm height, 5120 x 256 resolution.
Installation stays the same too. It suspends the 4000mm tall assembly 1.5–2 meters from the ceiling.
Total Control System (Same as Solution 1)
We revert to Solution 1’s control setup for reliability, since it handles the main and secondary screens smoothly:
Content Playback:
Two separate video servers: one for the main/secondary stage screens, one for the ring screen. Debug monitors let you pre-set content for each.
Source Integration:
4K encoders/decoders for pulling in playback console feeds and other video sources.
Unified Control:
Central server for power and lights, with tablet access for quick adjustments.
Which Solution Is Right for You?
Let’s boil it down to your priorities:
Pick Solution 1:
If you want to add atmosphere and match your render. It’s perfect for events . Because the visual uniqueness matters more than raw size.
Pick Solution 2:
You need ultra-4K resolution and 16:9 formatting . It’s reliable and simple, but trades vibe for clarity.
Pick Solution 3:
You want a balance: The bigger screens than Solution 1, more atmosphere than Solution 2. It’s the most versatile for most events.
Conclusion:
All three stage screen layout design use high-quality 2.5mm or 3mm LED displays and a user-friendly control system, so you can’t go wrong.
Have questions about scaling any of these setups for your venue? Or need help adjusting pixel pitch or screen sizes? Contact us today. We are happy to guide you more solutions.
