Live sound is a world of its own and can be even more confusing than its studio counterparts.  There are many more components to consider and solutions that need answered:

• Should I go with a Dynamic or Condenser microphone for vocals?  Cardioid or Super Cardioid?  What about Ribbons?
• Which is better, Active Speakers or Passive with separate Power Amps and Crossovers?  How do I properly power these cabinets, and without delay? 
• I want to record my live shows, how do I integrate this into a system that is already at its max running stage and in-ear monitors? 
• Wireless Mics and In-Ear systems, there are so many options to choose from...so which one(s)?
• Do I stay analog or go digital for FOH?  WHERE DOES IT END?

There is NO SUCH THING as "one size fits all" when it comes to live sound, so why choose a "this is the most popular system" type of package from someone who doesn't truly have the real-world experience or even understands the technology?  Anyone can read you specifications and repeat what they've heard is good, but without years of professional hands-on experience, how can they really help you make the right decision? Designing your next live-sound system, whether that be a personal setup for those weekend coffee-house gigs or a large-scale design for touring sound or a 5,000 seat church with the ability to record the entire service to multi-track, I can help you find the right solution for your needs through the most personalized, one-on-one consultation in the business. 

Pictured above, mixing for broadcast television in the studio of Blackhawk Ministries.  Our system consists of a Digidesign VENUE console for FOH linked directly to a ProTools HD3 Accel DAW.  With use of the Control24, I'm providing a live monitor mix to our closed-circuit network.  At home in my own ProTools HD3 Accel with a Control24 I'm re-mixing to picture for television broadcast the following week.

"Having toured as the lead keyboardist for "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" and "South Pacific" and playing in a large praise band for my church, I understand the demands the musicians require to hear what is going on.  Ironically, most sound engineers are NOT musicians believe it or not.  But having also mixed FOH sound for many concerts as well as the large Praise & Worship band at my church, I fully understand the tools needed by the FOH engineer to properly mix the show or service.  Because I am a Christian myself (and VERY proud of that), I very much enjoy working with other churches to help bring their systems up to date.   Everything I do, I take pride in providing my clients with professional advice, personalized service before and long after the sale, fair prices and doing it all with integrity and honesty.

Whether you need a couple of microphone cables or you're looking to update your current sound system, I welcome you to call me toll-free at (800)222-4700 x1362 to discuss your needs.  You can also email me by clicking this link.