The venue is housed in a building designed by the architecture firm Tetrarc, which deliberately blends industrial heritage with modern materials.
Stereolux operates a 'Fab Lab' equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, and CNC machines for artistic prototyping.
The Maxo hall features a modular acoustic system specifically calibrated to minimize reverberation for amplified music.
It serves as a primary hub for the Scopitone festival, which focuses on electronic music and digital visual arts.
The building incorporates sustainable design elements, including a green roof and energy-efficient lighting systems.
Stereolux is a prominent contemporary music and digital arts venue located within the cultural complex of Les Machines de l'île in Nantes. It operates as a nonprofit organization dedicated to live performances, sound experimentation, and the intersection of technology and art. The facility houses two concert halls, the 1,200-capacity Maxo and the 400-capacity Micro, designed for varied acoustic needs. It features a digital arts laboratory that provides artists with residencies and workspace for multimedia projects. The venue frequently hosts electronic music festivals, digital art exhibitions, and workshops focused on creative coding and new media. It is architecturally integrated into the repurposed industrial site of the former Alstom shipyards. The programming maintains a focus on independent, alternative, and emerging scenes.
The external terrace area, which offers a clear view of the metallic industrial architecture of the surrounding shipyard site.
Check the venue's online calendar in advance as shows frequently sell out due to the intimate capacity.
Explore the nearby Machines de l'île complex while waiting for doors to open to see the iconic Mechanical Elephant.
Use the venue's dedicated cloakroom, especially during winter months, to store bulky jackets before heading into the crowded concert halls.
Assuming tickets will be available at the door for popular shows; always book online.
Programmed events are intermittent; the venue often closes for maintenance or private events between tour cycles.
