The 2025 concert craze shows no signs of cooling down—so how can LED rental screen products keep up?

As we enter 2025, concert热度 continues to soar, with over 100 large-scale performances scheduled nationwide this March alone. Increased by 10.85% year-on-year. As we enter 2025, concert热度 continues to soar, with over 100 large-scale performances scheduled nationwide just in March.

Behind this thriving scene lies the steadily growing demand in the LED rental screen market—yet at the same time, competition is intensifying. Since the explosive growth of the concert economy in 2023, numerous companies have entered the arena, prompting manufacturers to now explore new paths for development. As a result, the market is shifting gradually—from aggressive expansion toward more refined, operation-focused strategies.

01 In a competitive market, LED displays are targeting differentiation.

Looking back at the 2024 LED rental screen market, the booming popularity of concerts, combined with sustained demand from sectors like convention and exhibition economies, the digital transformation of commercial complexes, and events such as sports competitions, has continuously fueled the strong momentum of LED rental screens. Experts say Research data shows that in 2024 The output value of LED rental screens increased by 2.81% year-on-year.

However, at the same time, after the explosive growth phase in 2023, the next update cycle hasn’t yet arrived—but industry competition is already escalating rapidly. Against this backdrop, in 2025, differentiation will become the key factor enabling rental products to stand out in the market.

Businesses are also increasingly driven by technology-driven products in the market. LED device manufacturers are highlighting their "dark factory" products, which are injecting fresh vitality into the market through commercially viable solutions. Black lamps enhance the black effect at the base of the LED chips through a special manufacturing process. In contrast, white lamps improve reflectivity, making them better suited for scenarios requiring higher brightness. Meanwhile, black lamp products are typically used in applications that demand high contrast.

Source: "2024 LED Display Screen Research White Paper on Film, Television, and Performing Arts"

Currently, the light efficiency of LED chips is steadily improving, driving the rapid advancement of dark-room technology. Replacing white-light technology with black-light technology has become a fairly evident trend in the rental market. In addition to concerts, Blacklight products are also widely used in various settings such as film and TV set shoots, large-scale entertainment events (ceremonies, concerts, theater performances), sports and competitions, press conferences and trade shows, as well as high-end entertainment venues—thanks to their exceptional display performance.

This trend has been driven by collaborative efforts across the supply chain, as well as the ongoing optimization of LED black-light products in terms of both cost and performance. The original intention behind developing the Blacklight product was to address the yellowing issue common in outdoor white-light products—making the product’s lifespan and its ability to withstand environmental interference absolutely critical. Currently, to expand the scope of application, the reliability of black-light technology development has been further enhanced. Additionally, thanks to advanced optical design and packaging techniques, it can deliver even better image quality while maintaining high reliability.

In terms of cost control, companies have reduced the manufacturing costs of "dark factories" by improving processes, optimizing designs, and enhancing production efficiency. This gives the black-light products stronger price competitiveness in the market, helping them gain wider adoption across more industries.

As the cost and performance of black-light technologies continue to improve, black-light products are steadily gaining traction in the market, while the supply chain is also seeing ongoing investments in resources—collectively driving increasingly diverse applications.

Whether manufacturers are eager to completely resolve the white-to-yellow discoloration issue, or striving for higher contrast and improved display performance, the trend of replacing white lights with black lights has already expanded into more diverse and widespread applications. In emerging display fields such as bare-eye 3D and XR virtual production, black-light technology can minimize light reflection and interference. By providing users with more realistic and sharper visual experiences, the application of dark-room technology will continue to expand as these technologies evolve.

Take Sinyopto Optoelectronics as an example—currently, its black-light products come in two specifications: 1415 and 1921. The selection of these products is primarily based on application scenarios and market demand. To further expand the range of applications for black-light products, Sinyopto Optoelectronics has also introduced an ultra-bright gold-wire product designed for the highest-end requirements, catering to the growing industry trend of replacing white lights with black-light solutions.

02 Expanding demand, benchmarking cases build technical credibility.

In addition to the product's inherent differentiating advantages, brand strength also needs to be backed by compelling real-world examples. Currently, Sinyopto Optoelectronics' dark-light products have already been successfully implemented in numerous high-profile projects.

In concert applications, there is often a strong need for high-dynamic-range image processing, resistance to ambient light interference, and an immersive visual experience. Increasingly, production teams are turning to black-light products to enhance the stage's visual impact.

In this application, Sinyopto's photoelectric black-light products supported Andy Lau's "Today…Is the Day" 2024 tour concert at the Shanghai stop. Its nearly 2,000㎡ concert screen is equipped with Sinyopto Optoelectronics' GF-ADB1921-H black-light product. This product features an all-black material and all-black body packaging design, combined with matte and frosted finishes to achieve a groundbreaking contrast ratio of 10,000:1—up to 5 times higher than traditional screens.

In addition to concerts, Sinyopto's black-light optoelectronic products are also used in several large-scale entertainment events, such as Spring Festival Gala of the Year of the Snake The LED cube lifting modules in the main venue, the floor and curved screens at the Wuhan sub-venue, and the stage at the Lhasa sub-venue all utilized Sinyopto Optoelectronics' SY series 1921 black-light products.

The Snake Year Spring Festival Gala Case

And "Bay Area Rising Moon" 2023 Greater Bay Area Film & Music Gala Additionally, Sinyopto's GF series black-light products were also utilized. Large-scale galas typically require ultra-large-format displays and long-term, stable operation, making product reliability particularly critical. The successful application of these black-light products across multiple gala scenarios has clearly demonstrated their exceptional dependability.

In high-end commercial displays, there is often a strong demand for wide color gamut reproduction, exquisite image quality, and consistent viewing angles—especially in auto show settings, where precise representation of the car body’s paint finish and interior details is crucial. Notably, at the 22nd Guangzhou International Auto Show, Sinyopto’s photoelectric black-light products were also featured across various booths, including those of Beijing Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, GAC Honda, JETOUR, Dongfeng Nissan, Changan Ford, and JAC Motors.

03 Summary

When low-price competition arrives, only technological barriers and a global outlook can build a true competitive moat. Since its inception, Sinyopto Optoelectronics has steadfastly adhered to the principle of "growth driven by technology." In 2023–2024, the company seized the rapidly expanding opportunities in the leasing market, remaining committed to breaking new ground with its products despite ongoing market adjustments. Looking ahead to 2025, Sinyopto Optoelectronics will continue to integrate technological innovation with evolving user needs.

From Sinyopto Optoelectronics' perspective, the development of dark-room products hinges on delivering exceptional products—this has been the foundation. Over the past three years, we’ve rigorously controlled quality through extensive experimentation and real-world market applications, ensuring top-notch product performance while steadily nurturing black-light technology innovations. As our technological offerings continue to evolve, we’ll leverage cutting-edge breakthroughs to reshape market demands, while simultaneously leveraging our global market presence to drive continuous technological advancements—ultimately building a brand that commands lasting influence and trust.

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