Littlite, LLC.

Specialties

Michigan based manufacturer of gooseneck lighting and accessories for the entertainment, medical, automotive, hobby and craft industries.

History

Established in 1971.

Originally known as «Custom Audio Electronics», CAE® was formed in 1971 by Jim Fackert, a lighting industry icon, who ran the operation from the basement of his country home near Ypsilanti, Michigan. As suggested by the name, Fackert’s first CAE project was audio, rather than lighting, related; he built a sound system for Emerson, Lake & Palmer. The system’s mixing console, designed by Fackert, was revolutionary in that it was the first touring console to offer stereo submasters and three-​band equalization. Lighting companies were in their infancy at the time and it was rare for touring groups to use anything other than follow spots. CAE, who had developed a good reputation doing custom audio work for production companies, was eventually asked by a client to modify some theatrical lighting equipment by adding features like bump buttons and chasers.