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During CES 2019, Monster introduced its new IlluminEssence kits in the Essentials Collection. These products are now available to purchase at Wal-Mart.

The easy-to-use color-changing LED Lighting System makes the fun and excitement of professional quality LED lighting significantly more affordable than ever before. Ideal for parties, holiday decorating or just everyday lighting fun, Monster Illuminessence lets you create instant mood and ambience, without the hassle of complicated devices and software set-up. Notable, because it uses a simple RF touch remote system that works right of the box.  We actually used it during Mardi Gras season and everyone was impressed with the lighting. We can’t wait to try during the upcoming holidays.

Monster Illuminessence is easier to setup and use than Bluetooth or Wi-Fi products on the market. The new Monster Illuminessence line includes kits for large rooms, small rooms, light strips, bulbs, and longer power extension kits.

2-LED Light Bulb Mood Light Kit

If you just want some color changing bulbs for your lamps, you can simply buy this kit. It does come with the remote control. This remote will allow you to adjust colors, preset mood lighting, speed, and brightness with a simple touch. No buttons to press- it’s just like controlling your smart phone. The remote can be set to control other IlluminEssence lights as well. You can pair up to 4 remotes with up to 30 LED strips or light bulbs. The lights that come in the box are already paired to work right away with the remote, but pairing and unpairing is a simple process. You will need 2 AAA batteries to power the remote. The light bulbs are 7 watt LED bulbs, and they will save you money and energy. There are 8 preset lighting moods- including Christmas, Halloween, and July 4th. There are also Lounge, Sunset, Beach, or Club atmosphere programs.

Small Space LED Mood Lighting Kit

This kit includes the remote and light bulb as mentioned above, but it also has a 6.5 ft 60-LED strip that works like the light bulbs. The strip has the same preset programs as the bulb. One important note on this kit- you will need a wall adapter or somewhere to plug the USB-A end in. This might be easy if you are putting the mood lighting strips near your computer.

Other Monster IlluminEssence Kits

We also received the Large Space LED Mood Light Kit, the 16.4 ft LED Mood Light Kit, and the 10 foot Flat Extension Cable and Power Adapter to review. Since I’ve already described the basics of the kits, I’ll just quickly give an overview of these other items.

The 16.4 foot LED strip is just that. It comes with the remote control. You can purchase it for $28.88 at Wal-Mart. It does come with a wall adapter. You can’t use it with the 10 foot extension cable and adapter($9.88), but the 5Volt cord will work for your 6.5 ft. LED strips. The Large Space kit($28.88) comes with 2 lightbulbs, 2 6.5 ft LED strips, and the remote. All these kits can work together in your house, though, and they really are a great deal

Best of all, it’s easy to expand lights and rooms with additional Monster Illuminessence kits. You can pair up to four Illuminessence remotes with up to 30 different LED bulbs or strips in each group for the right light throughout your home.

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