Over the last 30 days I tested out the new XPRS2 models which are the new models bookending the series. There's the 8-inch XPRS82 and 15-inch XPRS152 full-range units, along with two new upgraded active subwoofers: the 15-inch XPRS1152ST and 18-inch XPRS1182ST. So...
Getting your video graphics and streaming setup ready for the Fall holidays in a house of worship requires attention to both technical details and the spiritual atmosphere of the services. Let's lay out a plan to ensure it is a smooth experience. You will need to...
When selecting the proper font size for video streaming in a house of worship, it’s important to consider visibility, clarity, and the overall worship experience. By following the basic guidelines you can achieve the right balance on all of your displays. Understand...
I recently received a lot of questions regarding Facility Sound Systems from entry level sound tech crew members, so I would like to cover a few basics to clear up a lot of the common questions. Sounds like a great idea right? Addressing common questions about...
Choosing new lighting fixtures for a house of worship involves considering various factors to ensure the space is appropriately illuminated, aesthetically pleasing, and functional. This Gear Report will help cover a few of the leading items. to help you make an...
Recently, I was working on a brand new professional lighting console, which will remain nameless, I had numerous issues from the start, and a few calls had to be made to customer support to get things resolved. While this was happening, in my mind I just really wanted...
In the video display world, getting your image right is key. Whether you're working on a large-scale video wall, projection screen, a video monitor, or just editing or streaming, you know getting the resolution and aspect ratios right is a major part of displaying....
Audio delay in your video playback can drive the viewer nuts, it can lead to the viewer losing interest or complaining. Audio delay in video playback refers to the situation where the audio and video are not synchronized properly—meaning the sound either plays ahead...
Technology is moving quickly and so are new versions of LED walls! LED screens are flat panels that use an array of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as pixels for a video display. Their brightness allows them to be used indoors or even...
Recently, I have received numerous questions from Tech Team Leaders with the same question: How do they get younger members to join their tech team? Encouraging younger members of your congregation to join the church tech team can be a rewarding way to involve them in...
Stage audio monitors, often simply called "monitors," are speakers placed on stage facing the performers. They allow musicians, singers, or speakers to hear themselves and other elements of the performance clearly during live events. This is crucial because the sound...
Digital Multiplex, or DMX, is a unidirectional lighting control protocol that allows you to run sophisticated lighting sequences from a single source. DMX goes beyond just lighting to special effects (hazers, fog machines), and other add-ons that elevate your...
This summer, I got the opportunity to design and and operate the lighting for STRYPERS New Acoustic Tour as it came through New York State. Advancing a lighting plot for a band like STRYPER involves several key steps to ensure the lighting design meets their...
Technology is moving quickly and so are new versions of LED walls! LED screens are flat panels that use an array of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) as pixels for a video display. Their brightness allows them to be used indoors or even outdoors in the direct light of the...
A friend of mine asked me the other day, " Do you think technology belongs in a house of worship?" Well I grew up in a church with very little technology. Then again, it was the 70's. Technology wasn't easily attainable especially for churches. As I grew up,...
Over the last few years pretty much everyone was involved in some type of video streaming or at least attended numerous video meetings, or watched a documentary filled with interviews. When venues started streaming full-time they used whatever lighting they used for...
How do you create a larger online audience for your house of worship? Creating a larger online audience for your house of worship involves a combination of effective digital strategies, engaging content, and community-building efforts. Taking key steps to help you...
Production lighting needs preventive maintenance to perform at its best. Like anything of value, production lighting requires some tech crew maintenance time if you want it to perform at its best––and for a long time. Much of what’s involved in the maintenance of the...
As more congregation members seek an experience in their worship service, adding video displays around your house of worship can be a great idea. Depending on your community's needs and goals, some displays can show live service coverage based on your live stream or a...
When it comes to buying the very best vocal & band instrument microphones, the decision is hugely personal. It really comes down to the qualities of the voice it will be capturing and whether it’ll be used in the studio or on the stage. It can be hard to know...
Many houses of worship have either purchased or are thinking about doing more with intelligent lighting fixtures, also known as moving lights or automated lights. These are advanced lighting devices that offer a variety of features for dynamic and customizable...
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