Proper Use of Audio Mixers and Floor Monitors The main objective when dialing in stage monitors is to provide the best possible reference for each musician to help them to achieve their best performance. Adjusting them correctly for each artist is critical to the performance of the band as a whole. Whether you’re using floor … leer más
How to Optimize Your Worship Service Mix for Broadcast and Live Streaming
In this pandemic-induced era, numerous venues and churches have been compelled to embrace the realm of livestreaming. Whether you’re a newcomer to the world of livestreaming or seeking ways to enhance the audio quality of your broadcasts, this article will prove invaluable. The main production goal of a streaming broadcast mix is to recreate the … leer más
Why is Dynamic Range so important?
Every genre of music is associated with a certain dynamic range, meaning the difference between the loudest and softest passages. The word “dynamic” is defined as “a force that stimulates change or progress within a system of process”. It defines how versatile a piece of music or a piece of gear behaves (musical instrument, amplifier, … leer más
Differences between Flown and Floor-Mounted Subwoofer Deployments
When line-array loudspeaker systems are deployed in large venues, one issue that is most often debated is how to install subwoofers to adequately cover the entire audience. Should you keep the energy on the floor and deliver that tactile sense of bass to the crowd with a ground-stacked solution? Should you aim for more volume … leer más
How To Create A Clear and Present Mix Using Your EQ Tools (Part 3)
When mixing live audio, one of the biggest mistakes a sound operator can make is aimlessly applying EQ without intentionality due to of lack of understanding. In this article, I will walk you through a process to follow when using your EQ to manipulate these frequencies, so that you can create a musical, well-defined, clear … leer más
How To Create a Clear and Present Mix Using Your EQ Tools (Part 2)
When mixing live audio, one of the biggest mistakes a sound operator can make is aimlessly applying EQ without intentionality due to of lack of understanding. In this article, I hope to equip you with knowledge and understanding about frequencies so that you know exactly what it is that you are manipulating as you sculpt … leer más
How to Create A Clear and Present Mix Using Your EQ Tools (Part 1)
What is the difference between a mix that sounds muddy and undefined and another that sounds crystal clear with definition and intelligibility? The difference is in the EQ. While often misunderstood, equalizers are the bread and butter of good sound reinforcement. Knowing the basics of EQing is one of the most critical aspects of running … leer más
How to mitigate Sound Propagation through Materials in Live Sound Settings
You may remember from your science classes in school that the speed of sound is a constant, but this statement is entirely dependent on the material through which sound is propagating. Different medium transmit sound at very different speeds. So, let’s look at some typical materials that most people would encounter in indoor live sound … leer más
Developing Your Contemporary Worship Team Vocals
Once upon a time, churches had no sound systems. The congregation sang their lyrics and sight read their vocal parts from hymnals. Fast forward to today; most churches are using current technology including sound systems, lighting, presentation software, cameras for live streaming and more. Unlike church from ages past, we must consider how to integrate … leer más
Setting Subwoofer Level correctly in your PA System
Subwoofers are great solutions to extend the low frequency performance of your PA system, and there are three aspects to consider carefully when setting up a subwoofer. In the following order. Subwoofer Placement If subwoofers are used in many portable and installed PA applications to enhance the overall listening and performance experience, their placement in … leer más