This question comes up often in church AVL forums, and it's one I hear frequently. Here's the part some find irritating about my usual response: the definitive answer is... It depends! But don't worry—I do have some concrete guidelines (yes, actual numbers!) I'll...
Today’s vocal mic market can be overwhelming—especially with wireless systems letting you change heads like you’re swapping pieces on a Lego X-Wing Fighter. A $100 SM58 capsule? Done. A Neumann KK 105 at ten times the cost? Yours if you’ve got the cash. For young...
St. Hedwig’s is a beautiful cathedral in the heart of Berlin. Modeled after the Pantheon in Rome, construction work began in 1747, finally opening its doors to worshipers in 1773. The building is highly regarded by the people of Berlin, and to preserve its rich...
Not long ago, I posted a short article on LinkedIn, poking fun at a church audio engineer for wearing a wide-brimmed fedora while mixing FOH. While I do think it was a little over-the-top in the fashion-over-function category, the main point was that a large hat like...
I have been deeply involved in the live audio engineering industry for many years. Growing up, I was my father’s right-hand helper, initially performing tasks similar to those of a roadie—rolling cables, setting up and tearing down the stage and PA system. However,...
Like all houses of worship, The Crossing, a 1,400-seat Christian church in Columbia, Missouri, seeks to craft a clear and consistent message for its visitors and members, and that effort is greatly aided by having the right production equipment on the stage and in the...
DPA Microphones is moving into the wireless market with the release of its new N-Series Digital Wireless Microphone System. A fully digital, true diversity wideband solution, N-Series delivers DPA’s well-known sound quality in a robust and easy-to-operate format that...
Fourier Audio announces the PLASA launch of a software update for the transform.engine that enables VST3 plugin states to be stored and recalled during live productions. A free download at www.fourieraudio.com, transform.engine v1.2 allows the user to easily recall...
There’s a good reason football teams review game film—it’s not just about chasing perfection. It’s about learning, making adjustments, and constantly improving. The same principle applies to church services. Without a structured review process, you risk repeating...
The Alcons CRMS series welcomes a new benchmark in scalable sound performance with the introduction of the CRMSQ; a modular 2-way column loudspeaker designed for use as a vertical array system. Engineered for superior clarity, intelligibility and room-independent...
A while back, a friend approached me after I finished mixing FOH at a large church. He said, “I loved your mix today. When you mix, I can hear everything on stage!” I thanked him for the compliment, but in my mind, I was thinking, Well, today you could hear everything...
Electro-Voice has introduced the EVOLVE 70 and EVOLVE 90 Column Loudspeaker Systems. The two new members of the EVOLVE family come as a response to significant customer interest in a larger EVOLVE, and have been designed to bring impeccable audio quality and extreme...
Lots of questions seem to be coming in regarding stage volume and audio clarity. The fact of the matter is that most of the time, a band that is too loud onstage often sounds distracting compared to one that makes a conscientious effort to monitor their stage volume....
Williams AV, the global leader of assistive communication technology for nearly 50 years, announces the launch of Infinium™, its latest innovation delivering real-time broadcast audio over Bluetooth® Auracast™ for public and commercial spaces. Building on a legacy of...
The fifth year of ‘Encounter Night’ brought together dozens of churches from across San Diego County for an evening of music, worship, and unity. Hosted by Coastal City Church, the event featured a special partnership with Jesus Culture, a renowned Christian...
Having worked with dozens of churches and worship teams, I’ve come to realize that a choir is essentially a microcosm of the church itself. Every personality—good, bad, and everything in between—is represented. Some members are joyful, eager to serve, and ready to...
I recently had the privilege of participating in the NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) in Anaheim, CA, as a representative of QSC. During the event, I had the opportunity to lead a TEC Track session and contribute to two House of Worship panels. A...
AudioControl (audiocontrolpro.com) has introduced the Bijou Series of integrated eARC amplifiers, addressing the growing demand for audio enhancement to support large-screen TVs, micro-LED wall installations, and many other professionally installed entertainment...
Bristol Cathedral was originally built as an Augustinian Abbey and dates back to 1140. Further additions to the building took place through the centuries until it became a Cathedral in 1542, with its magnificent nave completed in 1877. Today the Cathedral continues a...
Waves Audio, the world’s leading developer of professional audio signal processing technologies and plugins, introduces an expanded line of stage boxes designed to work seamlessly with the eMotion LV1 Software mixer. Following the success of the previously released...
The Gift of Christmas is a treasured tradition at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas. The powerful 100-minute program is complete with a Living Nativity and features camels and kings, impactful music performances, and eye-popping virtual scenery. It’s become...
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