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...
Lighting plays a crucial role in shaping the atmosphere and enhancing the worship experience. A well-designed lighting setup can transform the ambiance, create focal points, and guide the congregation’s attention to key moments during services. Whether your goal is to...
tvONE, a leader in video processing, signal distribution, and media playback solutions, is proud to announce the shipment of its award-winning video processing solution, CALICO PRO. Designed from the ground up, CALICO PRO is the ultimate solution for a wide range of...
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...
Lent is a season of reflection, sacrifice, and renewal, a natural journey toward Easter's joy. However, many modern churches miss a significant opportunity to engage their communities during this sacred period. In today's digital age, effective church communication...
Sensaphonics, a leading designer and manufacturer of custom-fit in-ear monitors, earplugs and electronics designed to achieve safe, high-resolution audio in mission-critical applications, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025. As the only custom in-ear monitor...
Built in 1917, and situated in the village of Hamilton, New York, Colgate Memorial Chapel provides the centerpiece of Colgate University’s campus activity. Since it is a multi-use facility—incorporating a range of on-campus activity from University interfaith church...
Origin Acoustics, the leading manufacturer of architectural audio and electronic solutions, is pleased to announce its new Boundaryless Listening Experience with Natural Depth Sound, BLENDS invisible speakers and subwoofer. As the curator of Design Centric...
Hollyland, a leading provider of professional wireless intercom solutions, unveiled its latest innovation, the Cosmo C2. This new product is designed for multi-camera live streaming and electronic field production (EFP). It responds to extensive market research and...
It's a New Year, so make sure your video system is ready for 2025! Starting preventive maintenance and updating your video streaming system for your house of worship involves a structured approach to ensure the system is reliable, high-quality, and up-to-date. A...
BirdDog KBD Controller offers PTZ camera operators a rugged, ergonomic design, a large multi-camera display, and direct access to essential functions. With a built-in tally display and physical feedback for camera switching, it’s intuitive and eco-friendly, made with...
Is it time to start preventive maintenance and repair or get a new lighting design for your house of worship lighting system? Maybe you need both. Starting preventive maintenance, repair, and lighting design changes for your church's lighting system involves a...
Based in Crawley, Sussex, Tulleys Farm turns into a seasonal theme park in the Autumn and Winter months. It’s then that they promote an evolving programme of festivals and visitor attractions with ‘Shocktober’ (developing into a Pumpkin Festival), now followed by a...
Journey Church, part of the Western Conference of the Evangelical Church, has invested in an MA Lighting grandMA3 light CRV (Control Room Version) console, provided by Bozeman’s Jereco Studios. ACT Entertainment is the exclusive distributor of MA Lighting...
How It All Began Nearly 20 years ago, childhood best friends Brent Eskew and Clayton Willis embarked on a journey to transform their passion for live sound production into something extraordinary. While running a small local production company, the duo...
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