Behind The Mixer

A DI unit, DI box, Direct Box or simply DI is an electronic device that connects a high impedance line level signal that has an unbalanced output (a.ka. a piece of equipment) to a low impedance mic level balanced input, usually via XLR connector. DIs are frequently used to connect an electric guitar, electronic piano, or electric bass to a mixing console's microphone input.

The DI performs level matching, balancing, and either active buffering or passive impedance bridging to minimize noise, distortion, and ground loops. DIs do not perform impedance matching.  read more »

Wireless sound amplificaiton occurs via three primary microphone types; handheld, lapel (Laveliere) microphone, and the earpiece.  Which is right for you?

A handheld wireless microphone is perfect for any situation where the mic is passed around or only used for a short amount of time.  This includes open prayer times, open announcements, and short times like candle lighting with scripture reading.

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Looking for a mixer that will work for huge musical or drama events?  Check out this Allen & Heath ZED-436 Mixer.  

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What if tonight your church burned down?  What if tonight your church was robbed and all your a/v equipment was stolen?  Would you have any idea the replacement costs?  This list will help you find out what you have as well as enable you to keep an ongoing list of your working equipment.  read more »

Headphones, In Ear Monitors (IEM's), Earbuds, it doesn't matter what you call them, the odds are they are used at some point during the church worship time.  They might be used by the sound board operator.  They might be used by worship team members.  They might be very dangerous!  read more »

The 3 electrical components of wire are:

* Resistance
* Capacitance
* Inductance

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Cables have three main parts. They have two ends, with appropriate connectors depending on the use, and the wire that runs between them.  read more »

Short Description: Speaker in the form of headphones, spot monitor, or stage speaker used to provide sound to specific individuals on the stage such as musicians and singers.  read more »

Short Description: A limiter is a compressor with a quicker attack time.  read more »

Short Description: Electronic device for placing all sound output levels within a set range. In short, nothing sounds too loud and nothing sounds too soft.  read more »