Golf Simulator Projectors
Epson LS12000B Laser Projector Review
Laser projector with 2700 lumens and 4K UHD. The most popular high-end golf simulator projector. No lamp to replace.
Quick Summary
Pros
- +Laser light source, 20,000+ hour lifespan
- +2700 lumens, bright enough for daytime use through an impact screen
- +4K UHD with HDR10
- +No lamp costs
- +Fast response time
- +Excellent color accuracy
Cons
- −Expensive at $4,499
- −Heavy, requires solid ceiling mount
- −Not a short-throw projector, needs 12-15 feet of throw distance
- −Overkill for budget simulator builds
Full Review
Golf simulator projectors have specific requirements that home theater projectors do not always meet. Short throw distance, high lumens for a bright image through an impact screen, and fast response time to minimize blur on ball flight replays. The Epson LS12000B meets all of these requirements and adds laser light source technology, which means no lamp replacement every 2,000-3,000 hours like traditional bulb projectors. Laser projectors last 20,000+ hours. At 2700 lumens the LS12000B delivers a bright, sharp image on an impact screen from a short throw distance. It is the projector most commonly recommended in the simulator community for high-end builds.
Specifications
| Light Source | Laser |
| Brightness | 2700 lumens |
| Resolution | 4K UHD (3840x2160) |
| Throw Ratio | 1.35-2.84:1 |
| Lamp Life | 20,000 hours |
| Contrast | 2,500,000:1 dynamic |
| Hdr | HDR10, HLG |
Who Is This For?
The Epson LS12000B is the projector for a serious simulator build where image quality matters. The laser source means you will never replace a lamp, which more than pays for the price premium over 5-10 years of use.
Our Verdict
The Epson LS12000B is the projector for a serious simulator build where image quality matters. The laser source means you will never replace a lamp, which more than pays for the price premium over 5-10 years of use.
Epson LS12000B Laser Projector
Score: 93/100