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The Basics of Gain Staging
In the glorious analog days, distortion worked for the sound guy like it did for the guitarist. Once we reached the digital age, it changed. Now signals are clipped and go straight from “Hey, that sounds amazing!” to “What just happened?” in a dB or Read more
AV Over IP: Sound, Sight and Science
Church tech directors take note. A report on the rise of a new approach for live production and professional broadcast. Read more
Top 3 AVL Trends for Churches in 2019
Church of the Highlands Production Director Justin Firesheets shares the top technologies he anticipates will expand minds in the world of church production this year. See if you agree. Read more
Expert Advice on Choosing Mics
Microphones represent a complex category. Consultants share what makes this so, and what church techs can do to achieve great sound--right where it starts. Read more
A Hybrid Approach to Mic’ing Acoustic Guitars
Stand- or boom-mounted mics rarely work well for acoustic guitar players in a live sound environment. And the tone from internal pick-ups can leave a lot to be desired. Here's a hybrid approach for sound engineers. Read more
Secrets to Great Webcast/Broadcast Audio
A good audio signal is more important than high-quality video. You cannot keep the attention of remote viewers on your broadcast or video streaming if the audio is poor. What constitutes good broadcast audio? Here's what an expert says. Read more
Called to Put Family First
We read blogs and listen to podcasts about how we can grow in our technical or leadership skill. But how often do we put that same amount of effort into growing as a parent or a spouse? Read more
A Big-Picture Look at Achieving Multi-Camera Live Streaming on a Church Budget
Maybe you see the advantage of a multi-cam production workflow, but you aren't sure it's good stewardship of funds. Take another look. There are creative, affordable solutions that can help you reach more people without breaking the bank. Read more
How to Get Started (and Thrive) in Church Tech
The buttons, faders, and gear are so fun at first. And then reality sinks in. Being a church tech is tough work. A seasoned veteran shares how to balance the demands, grow your skills, and keep perspective on Whom you truly serve, in three key steps. Read more
A 4-Point Checklist for Portable Church Staging Safety
Everybody knows the importance of safety on the job. But it can oftentimes be overlooked by small teams who are rushed to set up an entire church--sound, video, chairs--in just a couple of hours. Read more
Tips for Last-Minute Church Lighting Control
Two veteran lighting directors share their approach on using lighting cues to your best advantage--with the ability to be ready for those moments when the worship service doesn't proceed as planned. Read more
The Most Underrated Must-Have FOH Technology for Churches
Tech is always changing, but this time the destination is clear: wireless. Our reporter proposes that we not view new wireless collaboration devices as another possible headache, but rather as a $1,000 insurance policy. Read more
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How Well Do You Understand Lighting Color Temperature?
Incorrect or mixed color temperature lighting may not be blatantly obvious, but it can make a worship space feel “off" and unsettling. Pay attention to it and you can improve both your worship environment and your video. Read more
Pride: The Best Reason Your Tech Team Needs a Training Program
No one should be able to say, “I’m the only one who can do this.” If you don't have a training program for your church tech team, the Apostle Paul offers you a blueprint. Read more
Systematic Production: A New Approach to Teamwork
All church techs, staff and volunteer, understand growing pains. And some tech departments are reorganizing to better accommodate changes in technology and rapid church growth. One example is Central Indiana's Northview Church. Read more
Should Your Church Reuse Old Gear?
Safety, reliability and compatibility are all concerns when using hand-me-down gear. Church consultants and integrators share their insights to help tech directors make the best call on used gear. Read more
Allen & Heath Presents Encore Masterclasses and Certification at AES@NAMM Pro Sound Symposium 2019
‘House of Worship Masterclass’ to demonstrate general concepts and dLive-specific tricks for improving worship mix intelligibility and balance Read more
A Proactive Approach to Tech Gear Maintenance
You don't wait until your check-engine light comes on to get routine maintenance on your car. Make sure it's the same way with your team's gear. Schedule time to routinely clean and maintain it so you can rely on it week in, week out. Read more
Top 3 New Year's Resolutions for Church Techs
There’s an old cliché, “If you do what you’ve always done, you’ll get what you’ve always gotten.” Here's how to get a jump on 2019. Read more
Church Streaming: How to Increase Viewership by Improving Production Quality
As church streaming becomes easier, production quality can suffer by way of low-cost, consumer-quality equipment and inexperienced operators. Don't fall into the trap. Production quality matters. Read more
