Church Sound Podcast
A podcast for the house of worship sound community, covering mixing techniques, IEM setup, building teamwork, and more. Hosted by James Attaway and Gary Zandstra, it explores both technical and human aspects of church audio.
Episodes
151. Making The Best Of A Bad System
In Episode 151, the hosts discuss how to make the best out of a bad PA system. Sometimes it’s simply adjusting the EQ, other times it’s moving the loudspeakers — the hosts go through the physics and basic loudspeaker principles that might be causing system problems, along with some additional tricks and tips along the way. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host
150. The Sound Check Lie
In Episode 150, the hosts discuss the differences between sound check and the finished mix. What happens when a service starts and your mix doesn’t match the sound check? How to fix your process leading up to services, things to look out for along the way, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio
149. When Is It Too Loud?
In Episode 149, the hosts discuss how and when to know a mix is too loud, providing insights on how sound works and how we perceive it, as well as some tricks and tips to get the most out of your mix without hurting ears. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagra
148. Mix Rescue – What To Tackle First
In Episode 148, the hosts discuss the approach when encountering a bad mix, identifying priorities and key areas of focus, particularly when time is tight. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixing
147. Upgrading Your Console
In Episode 147, the hosts discuss how to determine when and/or if it’s time to upgrade an existing mixing console. What’s needed for your particular worship style and/or space, input counts, anticipating future growth, and a whole host of additional aspects to consider when working through the process. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s wors
146. When To Consider A System Upgrade
In Episode 146, James and Gary discuss when to consider upgrading the sound system at your church. It might be necessary for a number of reasons — to better meet a particular worship style, or due to general aging and/or various components failing, and more. The hosts go through these issues as well as ways to troubleshoot problems joined by some tricks and tips they’ve picked up along the way. Th
145. From The Stage To The Console
In Episode 145, James and Gary discuss issues that arise between the stage and the console. Success starts with a clean stage, from microphone stands to proper cable management, and much more. The hosts offer ways to troubleshoot problems as well as tricks and tips they’ve picked up along the way. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship a
144. Managing Stage Volume
In Episode 144, James and Gary discuss how to manage unwanted acoustical noise from the drum kit, as well as other instruments on stage, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixing Fie
143. Handheld Microphones
In Episode 143, James and Gary discuss the many types of handheld microphones, including what they’re designed to do, how to properly use them, different pickup patterns, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is
142. New Projects & Audio Trends
In Episode 142, James and Gary discuss a range of new projects they’re currently working on, trends they’re seeing around the audio industry, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixin
141. Vocal Effects
In Episode 141, the hosts discuss various vocal effects and how to apply them to mixes. Using the right vocal effects (and the right amount) can help glue a mix together and give it a little more polish. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram p
140. Hiring An Integrator
In Episode 140, the hosts welcome Justin Edmonds of EnhanceAVL to discuss understanding how to know you need help and what to look for when hiring an integrator. Simply put, with limited budgets and capabilities, sometimes it’s beneficial to ask for help. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.EnhanceAVLCheck out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at ww
139. Vocal Compression
In Episode 139, the hosts discuss when and how to apply compression to vocals so they’re front and center, and don’t get lost in the mix. They go through the various parameters of compression, when and how to apply it, and ultimately how to get the most out of vocals in the mix. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio
138. Wireless Systems With Shure Product Specialist Paul McWhirter
In Episode 138, Paul McWhirter of Shure joins the show to talk everything wireless antennas. Discussion includes antenna setup, RF basics, and how to make the most out of the gear and budget you have. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Currently a product specialist for Shure, McWhirter previously served as an audio engineer for the U.S. Air Force Bands, perfo
137. Vocal EQ
In Episode 137, James and Gary discuss vocal EQ (equalization) and microphone placement — what boosting and cutting particular frequencies can do to a vocal, how different mics and mic placement affect the vocal, how to achieve an overall natural sounding and clear result, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship a
136. The Worship Leader – Sound Tech Relationship
In Episode 136, James and Gary discuss the relationship between the worship leader and the tech team. A key is bridging the gap caused by different technical language, personalities, and perspective to reach a common goal. Ultimately, how do we understand everyone’s roll and responsibilities to get the most out of the entire team? The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and
135. Advanced IEM Tips & Tricks
In Episode 135, James and Gary share practical tips and tricks when using in-ear monitors. They discuss the key components of in-ear mixes and how to level and manage those components to deliver a full but clean sound. They also discuss how in-ear mixes might change based on the role of the user. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaw
134. Wireless Tools
In Episode 134, James and Gary dive into “everything wireless.” Wireless system problems can cause distractions and be difficult to troubleshoot, with the hosts providing insights and tools to help make your systems more consistent and reliable. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/a
133. Growing The Team
In Episode 133, James and Gary venture away from audio-heavy topics to discuss an import aspect of any successful team: growth. They discuss good places to start when growing the sound team, how to hold on to that growth in the long-term, and skills and tools to consider and share along the way. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attawa
132. 4 Keys To Consistent Church Audio
In Episode 132, James and Gary share four keys to achieving consistency when utilizing volunteers with varying backgrounds and skill levels. These keys include consistent inputs, a consistent starting place on the console, consistent targets, and a consistent workflow — see the theme? The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship
131. A Conversation With Ralph And Brandon Heinz
In Episode 131, James and Gary have a conversation with Ralph and Brandon Heinz of top loudspeaker developer Renkus-Heinz. The episode dives into the founding of the company and some of the technology that makes the company’s loudspeakers unique, along with general help and knowledge when it comes to loudspeaker setup and placement. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.
130. Loudspeaker Design Basics
In Episode 130, James and Gary cover the basics of loudspeaker design. Loudspeakers can be a weak link in sound systems, with the hosts presenting language it’s important to know when choosing loudspeakers as well as guidance on placing them in the right location joined by a quick overview of how to tune them, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out Jam
129. Time-Based Effects
In Episode 129, James and Gary discuss time-based effects, which can be a great way to add space and depth to a mix. If done correctly, using time-based effects like reverb and delay can help transform a mix and give it a little extra polish. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also vi
128. Acoustics & Psychoacoustics
In Episode 128, the hosts discuss acoustics & psychoacoustics, how sound behaves in space and how our ears gather and interpret that sound. Having an understanding of acoustics can help how we mic sources, how we use and place loudspeakers, how we adjust things like reverb and delay to make it fit within a mix, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check ou
127. Compression Practicals
In Episode 127, the hosts provide a deeper dive into compression, building on the discussion that began in the previous episode. They talk about a tricky aspect of compression: knowing exactly when it’s needed, backed up with examples and situations where it could be needed — or not. They also dive into the numbers, providing good starting points for aspects such as attack, release, and threshold.
126. Compression Basics
In Episode 126, the hosts go through the basics of compression, when and how to utilize it correctly as well as what compression does and how we can use it to control and/or add consistency to instruments and vocals with a large dynamic range, and more. They also discuss the basics of threshold, knee, and ratio. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaw
125. EQ Practicals
In Episode 125, the hosts continue their discussion on equalization (EQ). In Episode 124, they discussed the basics of EQ, and this time out, they dive into how to equalize specific instruments and vocals, as well as when to use high/low pass filters, when to boost and when to cut, how that fits into the greater context of the mix, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renk
124. EQ Basics
In Episode 124, the hosts go back to the basics with one of the foundational blocks of processing audio: equalization (EQ). Discussion revolves around what EQ actually is, when you need to use it, and ultimately how to use it correctly. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit ou
123. Building A Volunteer Dream Team
In Episode 123, the hosts discuss how to not only build a great volunteer team, but how to get the most out of them. Recruiting volunteers can be difficult, but training and retaining them is the way to ultimately build a “dream team.” The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our
122. Gear Maintenance Plan
In Episode 122, the hosts discuss a proper gear maintenance plan to get the most out of your equipment and increase longevity. Setting up (and keeping) a schedule to dust, wipe down, and check the overall health of equipment can lead to better functioning service over a longer period of time. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio a
121. Compact Console Workflow
In Episode 121, the hosts discuss strategies and workflow when working with a compact consoles. Some of the keys to success include properly utilizing DCAs and snapshots/scenes, staying organized, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @chu
120. Future-Proofing
In Episode 120, the hosts dive in on future-proofing church tech. First, is it even possible? We might not be able to account for every upcoming change, adaptations happen and equipment wears out over time, but we can make informed decisions that make the future less daunting. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.at
119. How To Learn A Song (For Mixing)
In Episode 119, the hosts discuss getting into a musician’s mindset to better understand arrangement and improve the overall mix. It benefits us to not only identify the various sections of a performance but also understand what the primary and secondary instruments or parts are and where to place them in the mix. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Att
118. To Plugin Or Not To Plugin
In Episode 118, the hosts discuss plugins, what they are and how they can be used. The bottom line is that plugins can be useful (and sometimes more) when used correctly, but they should be seen more as helpful tools rather than a quick fix to a complex problem. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/
117. Passing The Torch
In Episode 117, the hosts discuss the process of preparing and educating others on the team with mental and technical skills so they’re ready to step up when the time comes. They also highlight key areas to work on or have full understanding of before that torch is passed. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawa
116. Myth Of The Perfect Sunday
In Episode 116, the hosts discuss different physical and mental aspects of running the “perfect service” — or as close to it as we can get. Mistakes will be made and equipment will fail, but we can learn how to better manage those hurdles as they arise. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Renkus-Heinz.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy,
115. Sound Check & Building Your Mix
In Episode 115, the hosts discuss how to carry out sound check and begin building the mix. A proper sound check goes beyond just making sure everything is plugged in, it also helps in staying organized for the upcoming performance and shines a light on problems that could occur. They also dive into setting up a simple mix once sound check is complete. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiC
114. Relationships Are Your Greatest Tool
In Episode 114, the hosts discuss creating and maintaining relationships. Fundamental ways to build and grow relationships include consistency, integrity, and communication. Having accountability, an open mind, and a good attitude will start anyone down the right path. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayau
113. Broadcast Dynamic Range
In Episode 113, the hosts continue their series on broadcast mixing by discussing dynamic range. They discuss the goal of attaining a balanced and consistent mix across not only for the broadcast, but the various devices it’s played on. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit o
112. Broadcast Balance & EQ
In Episode 112, James and Gary continue their discussion on broadcast mixing and address two new topics, balance and EQ. For example, how you pan and EQ instruments and vocals can create the space needed to provide a clean broadcast mix. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit
111. Broadcast Audio Setup
In Episode 111, James and Gary discuss setting up broadcast audio, including a focus on differences between the mix in-person, the mix for broadcast, and tips on how to go back and forth while maintaining the highest quality possible. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit
110. Loudspeaker Health
In Episode 110, James and Gary discuss how to check loudspeakers to make sure everything is working properly, including different ways to measure loudspeakers, document and interpret the data, and decide if it’s the time to make changes or move on. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy,
109. The Case For Flying Loudspeakers
In Episode 109, James and Gary make the case for flying loudspeakers — a significant benefit of the approach, when done correctly, is more consistent coverage and volume throughout the audience, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churc
108. Fixing Distortion
In Episode 108, James and Gary talk audio distortion, as in, where it comes from and how to fix it. The offer straightforward approaches that can mitigate most distortion issues, and they also discuss a few scenarios where distortion can actually be a good thing. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudi
107. Wireless 101
In Episode 107, James and Gary discuss the ins and outs of wireless/RF technology. When it comes to wireless systems, it’s important to think about your specific needs in advance, the RF environment, antenna type/placement, and more. The hosts also share helpful tricks and tips to simplify in-ear monitor set up and use. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out Ja
106. Orchestral Instruments
In Episode 106, James and Gary discuss orchestral instruments — with a wide variety of instruments comes a wide variety of different tones and challenges. Ways to incorporate them effectively into a mix include using certain microphones, spacing of sections and/or individual instruments, putting up barriers, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out Jame
105. Getting Optimal Results With Choirs
In Episode 105, James and Gary discuss ways to work with and mix a choir. As with the vocals of the choir itself, it’s all about balance. What mics are being used, where are they placed, and the size of the choir are all factors to consider. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and als
104. Leveling Up (Education)
In Episode 104, James and Gary discuss ways to take your audio knowledge to the next level. A big part of expanding skillsets and understanding is to be a sponge: communicate and network, strive for new and better ways to do things, be open to any and all information, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Episode Links:Mixing Audio – Roey IzhakiBobby Owsinski
103. Feedback
In Episode 103, James and Gary discuss everything feedback — the audio type of feedback — including what it is, how to avoid it, and key aspects such as gain before feedback, loudspeaker and microphone placement, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Ins
102. Learning A New Console
In Episode 102, James and Gary discuss ways to learn and understand a new console. Different consoles and manufacturers have different configurations, so it’s important and helpful to learn not only the base layout but the different ways to accomplish tasks. Taking the time to learn the “ins and outs” of any console, especially a new one, helps us be better prepared for anything thrown our way. Th
101. Monitor Mixing
In Episode 101, James and Gary dive into mixing monitors, including a key aspect of finding the right balance to give artists a reference so they can blend and level themselves within the band. They also talk about the differences between stage wedges and in-ear monitors (IEMs). The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at
100. Immersive Audio, Part 2
In Episode 100, co-hosts James and Gary are joined by Luke Vogel for a deeper dive into immersive audio. Luke shares his past of working at houses of worship and how it led him to his current work with immersive audio at Fulcrum Immersive. Like most technological advancements, immersive audio is becoming more accessible and affordable, and may something to consider when choosing a new sound system
99. Vision For The Mix
In Episode 99, James and Gary take a step back and discuss how to find and implement an overall vision for a mix. Vision isn’t always about loudness, it’s more about feel: how do we want people to receive the message and how do we match the overall tone of the service? It can vary depending on the day so it’s important before touching faders to think about the type of service, song selections, wor
98. Gates & Triggers
In Episode 98, James and Gary discuss gates and triggers — what they are and how to use them. They come in handy as tools that help not only control how much sound is being let in, but when. For example, if we’re using multiple microphones, we don’t always want every sound being picked up — enter gates and triggers that let us set parameters so the system knows when we don’t want sound, when we do
97. Practice Makes Perfect
In Episode 97, James and Gary discuss an important part of live sound, practice. The little things we take note of, listen for, and learn along the way add up and result in a smoother and better service. The hosts also discuss incorporating tools like virtual soundcheck that allow you to practice without a band and EQ apps to help you discover tones and develop your ears. The Church Sound Podcast
96. Effects In The Mix
In Episode 96, James and Gary discuss effects, often termed “FX” for short. It’s important to remember that with great power comes great responsibility — particularly when it comes to the application of effects in the mix. The hosts share their observation that the two effects the majority of mix engineers deploy most frequently are reverb and delay, and why that’s the case. The Church Sound Podca
95. Compression – Mastering The Basics
In Episode 95, James and Gary discuss all things compression — not only what compression is but how it effects different instruments or sections during a service. The hosts share some basics and starting points they use when compressing in the mix. Compression is ultimately a tool that can help achieve a desired sound and when used correctly, improve a mix. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by
94. The Role Of Musicians In Audio
In Episode 94, James and Gary discuss the relationship between audio techs and musicians. It all starts with building positive communication and thinking about not only what is said, but how it’s said. At the end of the day, both audio techs and musicians are needed to put on a good service, and when they’re working together and sharing ideas, that job and experience becomes much better. The Churc
93. Pillars Of A Great Mix
In Episode 93, James and Gary discuss four pillars of a great mix: a great sounding source, capturing the source the right way, level balance and gain structure, and using high and low-pass filtering. Essentially if you start with clean sound, capture it the right way, balance the levels and then make small cuts to fit it all together, a quality result will follow. The co-hosts focus on how to do
92. Foundation Of Great Audio
In Episode 92, co-hosts James and Gary discuss the foundation of great audio. A solid base starts with the setup. System design, where the loudspeakers are located and where they’re pointed. System tuning, taking those loudspeakers and applying EQ and delay so they all work together. Finally the console setup, having a clear detailed map so you increase efficiency and make it easy for others to st
91. Immersive Audio
In Episode 91, co-hosts James and Gary dive into the world of immersive audio. What is it, where do we find it and why is it becoming more popular? Is immersive audio worth looking into for your space? What are ways that it could be used for worship services? The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.Check out James Attaway’s new worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.co
90. Gain Structure & Balancing
In Episode 90, the hosts focus on a critical pillar of audio: gain structure and balancing. They discuss how to prepare for a service so you don’t have to make gain adjustments during the worship service — it can throw off everything. They also share strategies and preferences when diving into a mix, including where they like to start. And don’t suffer from “console fog” — it’s important to get ou
89. Getting Back To The Music
In Episode 89, the co-hosts get back to the music. In a world with a million and one ways to shape, present, and experience music, how do we get out of our own way and be present in the moment? The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Electro-Voice.They talk about ways to set up before an event and tips to make sure we don’t miss a beat during a live performance, and they also discuss r
88. A Special Welcome with Gary Zandstra
If you're wondering if we added another bass player to the podcast, we didn't -- he plays drums. Samantha and James welcome on another new co-host, Gary Zandstra, to bring in new perspectives and even more educational content for you listeners. Gary is a long-time contributor and author for Church Sound Magazine, and we couldn't be happier having him on board! Check out our new Inst
87. Dante with Kat Taub
James is out having some family bonding time while they welcome their new daughter into the world! While James is away, the networking comes out to play! On this episode, Samantha welcomes Kat Taub from Audinate to discuss Dante and all the technology that's coming onto the network. Additionally, they discuss how to approach learning networked audio and Dante, even if you're brand new.Ka
86. HoW & Beyond with Ben Ivey
James and Samantha welcome back Ben Ivey to talk all about mixing in houses of worship and beyond! Ben Ivey is a touring FOH Engineer, Production Manager and Consultant based out of Atlanta, Georgia. Ben serves a variety of clients ranging from national acts, corporate companies and churches. Within the last year his clients have included Priscilla Block, Lily Rose, Ludacris, Megan Moroney, Elle K
85. Holiday Party!
Can there be a party if there's only 2 people? We say yes!Happy Winter Holidays! That's a Merry Christmas to the Christians, a Happy Hanukkah to the Jewish, and a Magnificent Kwanzaa to those who celebrate it! Merry Winter Solstice and a Happy New Year to all!This week, James and I have a quick check in and reminder to everyone: we appreciate you for listening for 4 seasons now! Don&apos
84. So, it's your first time mixing?
You're frantically googling, trying to find out what the heck is so important about mixing even though there are seemingly 10,000 things to do! Have no fear, James and Samantha are here to help. This topic comes up constantly with new mixes and new volunteers always stepping up to the plate to help out. Let this episode shed a little light on what's most important when you first start mi
83. Tips for Consistency
Achieving consistency is one of the most important goals for mixing as soon as you graduate from newbie to intermediate mixer. Whether that's consistency between services, between weeks, or between engineers, if we have consistency it leaves space for meaningful worship, quality broadcasting, and more cohesive experiences all-around. Samantha and James dip into the topic this week offering ti
82. Crowd Mics
Crowd mics (and by extension, room mics) are an easy way to help out the musicians on stage, and everyone tuning in to the broadcast feed. James and Samantha dive into setting up crowd and room mics, what the difference is, how we process them, and when the best times to start using them are!Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailor
81. Work Life Balance
When you do what you love, or you give your heart to volunteering, it becomes hard to distinguish sacrifice and burnout. In this week's episode, Samantha and James dig into creating a balance between our work and the rest of our life. Take care of yourselves out there as the winter holiday season is upon us -- an often draining time contrasted with joy and reverence and reflection.Co-host Sam
80. Tools of the Trade
What tools should every FOH have? What tools do we carry in our bags? This week, Samantha and James tackle the tools that are good to have in arm's reach.There are specialty tools, and there are generic tools. We need a good mix of both in order to cover any reasonable amount of issues -- batteries, tape, volt meter, spare mics, and more!**Coherence value (not correlation) is what lets us kno
79. Stage Noise
Stage noise has this thing where it's everywhere and contributes heavily to out-of-control sound systems. In an effort to create a world with as little unwanted noise as possible, Samantha and James arm wrestle with tactics and techniques on getting control of our stages and all the distortion coming off of it. Some sanctuaries or venues are built to not have amplification in them, and that c
78. Bass Guitar
How many bassists does it take to talk about live sound mixing?A lot, apparently, given that so many of us are bass players. In this week's episode, James and Samantha finally tackle the topic that could easily turn into a 3-part gear series: bass guitar. Bassists On Bassists -- what a world. Tune in to hear a whole lot of opinions, and some great starting points for nailing that persnickety
77. Stereo Miking
That's right, "miking" not "micing".James and Samantha deep-dive into stereo miking techniques, why it's important, when we should do it, and why our lizard brains function the way they do. If you're curious about stereo miking, this episode is for you!Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored sp
76. User Error
Eliminate variables, don't create them.In this week's episode, James and Samantha tackle every tech's most important and most feared skillset: troubleshooting. What happens when our wedges are feeding back? How come my iPad won't connect? How do I figure out what's happening? Join us as we wrestle with troubleshooting tips and tricksCo-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead
75. Trouble from the Top
What happens if you choose to believe the best in the people you serve with? How do you manage your leadership team? This week, Samantha and James discuss what it's like to work with leaders who are perhaps failing to lead, and what we can do to help drive our tech teams and our houses or worship to success.Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a tr
74. DVS and Audinate
This week, Brad Price from Audinate joins James and Samantha to discuss Dante Virtual Soundcard, when it's time to start implementing Dante, and if Dante is affecting sound quality, plus more! Networked audio -- it's time to get on board, folks! Audinate has some excellent training available, and we always highly suggest techs take at least the Level 1 Certification to familiarize themse
73. Best of the Best Part 2
While Samantha and James are recovering from some hectic travel and personal losses, we wanted to bring you the second part of one of our most popular episodes: The Best of the Best, Part 2! Where we've condensed nuggets of info from some of our most-downloaded episodes.This episode features clips from Episodes 52 (Church Gear), 51 (Letting Go of a Volunteer), 61 (Virtual Soundcheck), 65 (Aud
72. Low End Control
Low frequencies are notoriously hard to control. They have a tendency to build up and get out of whack. Why is that and how can we mitigate those problems? What's low-end feedback? Why should we invest time into this at all? Samantha and James discuss low frequencies in our systems and how to tackle issues before someone notices!Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church S
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