Articles & Tutorials

The Target Gain Method: This widely-distributed article has helped thousands understand the fundamentals of achieving the best performance from their consoles. The techniques described have been successfully used by professionals all over the world.

The Frequency Notching Technique: Ever wonder how to get that incredible guitar sound? Or how to get the vocals to stand out in the mix without covering up everything else? This article breaks down the technique, used by the pros, into practical steps that are easy to understand.

Optimizing Loudspeaker Systems: This article was featured in the March/April 2002 issue of Live Sound! International magazine and describes a method of achieving consistent sound from your traveling system from venue to venue. It specifically details how to implement the Terrasonde Audio Toolbox in this approach; however, the same can be applied with comparable equipment.

Stage IEMs vs Loudspeakers: This chart compares these two common foldback monitoring solutions in real-world situations; and will help you determine which solution is best for you.

Optimizing Crossovers: Details an effective method for maximizing crossover performance within a sound system using commonly-available tools.

The Ground Plane Method: Learn a great technique to get good sound very quickly from a lapel microphone.

Identifying Reflective Surfaces: This tech note describes a procedure in which to accurately identify sources of axial (and tangential) reflections at a listening position within a room.

EQ Phonetics: This article, by Pastor Mike Luzecky, covers the sometimes complex issue of reinforcing a lapel microphone. Contains in-depth explanations of problems and intuitive solutions.

Be Prepared & Support The Captain: In these two companion articles, Pastor Mike Luzecky outlines the scriptural steps required to operate in the Ministry of Helps of audio.

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