How to Train a New Audio Volunteer: A Five-Step Framework That Works

How to Train a New Audio Volunteer: A Five-Step Framework That Works

Published on: 12/06/2026

Most audio training overwhelms people before they ever touch a fader. Here's the five-step framework David uses to take someone from total beginner to mixing on their own.

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How Do You Put Together a PA System?

How Do You Put Together a PA System?

Published on: 18/08/2025

Let's untangle the truth from the misinformation and help you put together a PA system!

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How to Choose the Right Lights for Your Stage

How to Choose the Right Lights for Your Stage

Published on: 17/07/2025

We’re tackling a big question in this article: How in the world do you choose the right fixtures to light your stage? Whether you're starting from scratch, replacing old equipment, or just need to find the right lights for your space, understanding how to choose the right lights for your stage is crucial.

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How Do You Choose an LED Video Wall?

How Do You Choose an LED Video Wall?

Published on: 03/04/2025

Video walls have become an essential and versatile element of stage design and lighting in recent years. Whether for concerts, corporate events, houses of worship, or broadcast productions, LED walls are transforming how we present visual content.

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How Do You Hook Up a Wireless Microphone to a PA System?

How Do You Hook Up a Wireless Microphone to a PA System?

Published on: 03/04/2025

Let's assume your PA system is already set up, and now you’re introducing a wireless microphone. In this guide, I’ll be using a handheld Airwave Wireless Microphone, a brand we love for its reliability.

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What are Art-Net and sACN?

What are Art-Net and sACN?

Published on: 03/04/2024

It used to be that we just used simple DMX cable out of our console to our lights to control everything. Today, it’s becoming more and more common to use Art-Net and sACN – common forms of networked DMX – to control our lights.

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