Church Sound Podcast
Discussions and topics relevant to the house of worship sound community. Mixing techniques, IEM setup, building teamwork, and more. Between the technical aspects and the human aspects -- that's where church audio techs live. Hosted by James Attaway (james@attawayaudio.com) and Gary Zandstra.
Episodes
In Episode 151, the hosts discuss how to make the best out of a bad PA system. Sometimes it’s simply adjusting the EQ, other times it’s moving the loudspeakers — the hosts go through the physics and basic loudspeaker principles that might be causing system problems, along with some additional tricks and tips along the way. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
In Episode 150, the hosts discuss the differences between sound check and the finished mix. What happens when a service starts and your mix doesn’t match the sound check? How to fix your process leading up to services, things to look out for along the way, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also ...
In Episode 149, the hosts discuss how and when to know a mix is too loud, providing insights on how sound works and how we perceive it, as well as some tricks and tips to get the most out of your mix without hurting ears. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. J...
In Episode 148, the hosts discuss the approach when encountering a bad mix, identifying priorities and key areas of focus, particularly when time is tight. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start g...
In Episode 147, the hosts discuss how to determine when and/or if it’s time to upgrade an existing mixing console. What’s needed for your particular worship style and/or space, input counts, anticipating future growth, and a whole host of additional aspects to consider when working through the process. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
In Episode 146, James and Gary discuss when to consider upgrading the sound system at your church. It might be necessary for a number of reasons — to better meet a particular worship style, or due to general aging and/or various components failing, and more. The hosts go through these issues as well as ways to troubleshoot problems joined by some tricks and tips they’ve picked up along the way. The Church Sound Podcast ...
In Episode 145, James and Gary discuss issues that arise between the stage and the console. Success starts with a clean stage, from microphone stands to proper cable management, and much more. The hosts offer ways to troubleshoot problems as well as tricks and tips they’ve picked up along the way. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.att...
In Episode 144, James and Gary discuss how to manage unwanted acoustical noise from the drum kit, as well as other instruments on stage, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a quick-start guide...
In Episode 143, James and Gary discuss the many types of handheld microphones, including what they’re designed to do, how to properly use them, different pickup patterns, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live...
In Episode 142, James and Gary discuss a range of new projects they’re currently working on, trends they’re seeing around the audio industry, and much more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. James is the author of the Live Mixing Field Guide, a ...
In Episode 141, the hosts discuss various vocal effects and how to apply them to mixes. Using the right vocal effects (and the right amount) can help glue a mix together and give it a little more polish. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodcast. Jame...
In Episode 140, the hosts welcome Justin Edmonds of EnhanceAVL to discuss understanding how to know you need help and what to look for when hiring an integrator. Simply put, with limited budgets and capabilities, sometimes it’s beneficial to ask for help. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/acad...
In Episode 139, the hosts discuss when and how to apply compression to vocals so they’re front and center, and don’t get lost in the mix. They go through the various parameters of compression, when and how to apply it, and ultimately how to get the most out of vocals in the mix. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.a...
In Episode 138, Paul McWhirter of Shure joins the show to talk everything wireless antennas. Discussion includes antenna setup, RF basics, and how to make the most out of the gear and budget you have. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Currently a product specialist for Shure, McWhirter previously served as an audio engineer for the U.S. Air Force Bands, performing shows across the United State...
In Episode 137, James and Gary discuss vocal EQ (equalization) and microphone placement — what boosting and cutting particular frequencies can do to a vocal, how different mics and mic placement affect the vocal, how to achieve an overall natural sounding and clear result, and more. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.att...
In Episode 136, James and Gary discuss the relationship between the worship leader and the tech team. A key is bridging the gap caused by different technical language, personalities, and perspective to reach a common goal. Ultimately, how do we understand everyone’s roll and responsibilities to get the most out of the entire team? The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
In Episode 135, James and Gary share practical tips and tricks when using in-ear monitors. They discuss the key components of in-ear mixes and how to level and manage those components to deliver a full but clean sound. They also discuss how in-ear mixes might change based on the role of the user. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at...
In Episode 134, James and Gary dive into “everything wireless.” Wireless system problems can cause distractions and be difficult to troubleshoot, with the hosts providing insights and tools to help make your systems more consistent and reliable. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also ...
In Episode 133, James and Gary venture away from audio-heavy topics to discuss an import aspect of any successful team: growth. They discuss good places to start when growing the sound team, how to hold on to that growth in the long-term, and skills and tools to consider and share along the way. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at ...
In Episode 132, James and Gary share four keys to achieving consistency when utilizing volunteers with varying backgrounds and skill levels. These keys include consistent inputs, a consistent starting place on the console, consistent targets, and a consistent workflow — see the theme? The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure.
Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.a...
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