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With a focus on helping houses of worship navigate the tricky world of AVL and production, Technologies for Worship Magazine offers educational articles, product reviews, product and industry news, and training opportunities for worship volunteers, technical directors, worship leaders, pastors and anyone else with a passion for excellence in worship production.
Grace Church engages Mankin Media Systems in their 4D process (Dream, Design, Deploy, Defend)
Grace Church, located just outside of Erie, PA, was founded in 1895 in Erie, PA. In their nearly 130-year history, Grace has outgrown their building a couple of times, embraced a multi-site strategy, and continued to adapt and change for the purpose of spreading the...
Clearly Communicating
by Tim Adams Recently, we were contacted to audit designing and installing new audio system into a brand-new church in the greater Seattle area. The church had a budget to work with which seemed adequate and, as we always do, we arranged a time to meet with the pastor...
Mastering the Art of Audio Mixing for Worship Broadcasts
In the digital age, worship services extend beyond the physical confines of a church building, reaching global audiences through live broadcasts. Audio plays a critical role in translating the spiritual essence of a worship service to online viewers. In this...
Understanding Camera Control Units (CCUs)
When live-streaming worship, the seamless control and manipulation of cameras play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality visuals. Camera Control Units (CCUs) serve as the unsung heroes behind the scenes, providing operators with the tools needed to optimize camera...
Visual Storytelling Through Light
By Matt Hemmele Given the time to think, I bet we could come up with dozens of stories we have read, movies we have seen, or TV shows we have binged that have moved us emotionally. Stories that had such an impact on us that we are able to, without much effort,...
Giving Your Old Audio and Lighting Gear a Second Life
Repurposing old audio and lighting equipment for worship settings can be a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to enhance the worship experience and expand the creative possibilities within a church or worship space. Tips for Repurposing Audio Gear Upgrade...
Free Chapel Church Transforms Worship Experiences Across Multiple Campuses With EAW
Free Chapel Church, a contemporary Christian congregation based in Gainesville, Georgia, is redefining the worship experience with innovative audio solutions from Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW®). The flagship main campus in Gainesville boasts a comprehensive EAW setup,...
Lawo’s Unified Platform Grows in All Directions at IBC 2024
At IBC 2024, booth 8B90, Lawo presents its comprehensive portfolio of flexible and scalable audio, video, control, and monitoring solutions with a slew of innovations and enhancements to its IP-based broadcast solutions. One highlight at IBC will be the official...
Renkus-Heinz helps to reinvent premium hospitality in the heart of Manchester
Manchester Printworks is a hospitality hub in the heart of the north of the UK. Comprising bars, restaurants, leisure spaces and a cinema, the venue recently received a £27m refurbishment which included the integration of the largest digital ceiling in Europe –...
Palmetto Pointe Church Brightens its Future with 30 elektraLite Stingray Profile Cast RGBW Fixtures
It started in 1994 as the Gatlin Brothers Theatre, and later the Crook and Chase Theatre, before housing Christ United Methodist Church; ultimately, it would become the home of Palmetto Pointe Church. But the building on Fantasy Way in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina was...
Bethel Radio Peru Enhances Broadcasting Capabilities with Lawo’s Innovative IP-Based Solutions
Bethel Radio, a prominent cultural and educational broadcaster based in Lima, Peru, has recently upgraded its broadcasting infrastructure with IP-based solutions from Lawo, a leading provider of broadcast technology. This strategic enhancement aims to fortify Bethel...
Winspear Centre Installs Canada’s First L-Acoustics L Series Concert Sound System
From its grand opening in 1997, the Francis Winspear Centre for Music’s 1,716-seat Enmax Hall has served as the primary performance space for the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. But the resplendent concert hall is just as well known for hosting a steady stream of other...
Meyer Sound Elevates the Worship Experience at Sun Valley Community Church
Serving over 18,000 congregants across seven campuses and a thriving streaming channel, Sun Valley Community Church (SVCC) has always been at the forefront of using cutting-edge technology to enrich its services. When the Gilbert, AZ-based church wanted to provide a...
EAW® ADAPTive TAKES GAME DAY EXPERIENCE TO NEW HEIGHTS AT MICHIGAN STADIUM
When the University of Michigan set out to enhance the audiovisual experience for spectators at Michigan Stadium, one of college football’s most iconic venues, university officials pledged to take the game-day atmosphere to unprecedented heights. To deliver on that...
New counterweight rigging technology from ETC
New from ETC, Prodigy Balance rigging is a revolutionary approach to traditional counterweight systems that brings safety and accessibility to what had been a dangerous part of working backstage. Through innovative engineering, ETC has improved century-old technology...
A.C. Lighting Named LumenRadio’s Distributor of the Year for 2024
LumenRadio has honored A.C. Lighting with the prestigious Distributor of the Year award for 2024, recognizing its outstanding performance and dedication. Sean Dane, International Sales Manager for LumenRadio, presented the award to Jean-Louis Blanchard, President of...
Just Add Power AMP Now Supports Select Niveo Professional Switches
Just Add Power, a leader in AV-over-IP distribution, today announced that selected models of Niveo Professional Switches are now supported by the company’s configuration software, Advanced Matrix Programmer (AMP). In partnership with leading AV manufacturers, Niveo...
BenQ to Showcase Projection Mapping at TransWorld Holiday Trade Shows
BenQ Launches LH850ST Projector Designed for Consumer and Commercial Projection Mapping at Industry Event in St. Louis BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced that the company will be working with Iron,...
TASCAM Debuts Its TASCAM Audio File Manage
Free software offers a wealth of features complimentary to TASCAM recording products. TASCAM is pleased to announce its new TASCAM Audio File Manager software—a free application designed to aid both field and multitrack recordists as they strive to obtain the highest...
Lectrosonics Appoints Jonathan von Rentzell as Central U.S. Regional Sales and Technical Manager
“We’re excited to add Jonathan to the Lectrosonics field sales team. His extensive background in music, audio technology, and sales management makes him a great fit.” Lectrosonics, the renowned manufacturer of world-class wireless systems for broadcast, film and TV...
