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
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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
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
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
What is Auto Mixing on a Digital Mixer?
An auto mixer, or automatic microphone mixer, is a live sound-mixing tool that automatically reduces the volume level of a microphone’s audio signal when it is not used. This is particularly valuable when several microphones are open at the same time, reducing extraneous noise. In this article, we will describe how the Auto Mixer function … leer más
Consejos para la colocación de altavoces para sonido en vivo (parte I)
Los altavoces QSC son populares por reproducir las fuentes de sonido de manera precisa y con gran potencia en una gran variedad de aplicaciones. Sin embargo, a diferencia del entorno controlado de un estudio de sonido, el mundo real presenta infinidad de desafíos a los que hay que enfrentarse para obtener un sonido agradable, tanto con QSC como con cualquier otra marca de altavoz. Muchos factores, como la forma de las salas, la altura del techo y la presencia de paredes que reflejan o absorben el sonido, se combinan de tal forma que configurar un sistema de sonido se convierte en todo un desafío... leer más
¿Cuál es el mejor formato de distribución para tus producciones de audio?
Hay muchas formas distintas de componer y grabar música, bandas sonoras, melodías o efectos de sonido. Esa variedad es aún mayor cuando hablamos de realizar arreglos y producir artísticamente una canción o un disco. En todas las producciones de sonido llega el momento de hacer la mezcla final de todas las pistas independientes para convertirlas en uno, dos o más canales... leer más