sound

So at my school, we have 2 Crown TI-6000. These are powered using a Dante switch. Recently anytime we turn on the system using a Crestron system it sometimes doesn't turn on the amps or it only turns on one amp. This means only one array can be powered and since we have to that's not good...

I'm the Technical Director at an SPT that has a youth program that tours throughout the state and helps local schools without theatre programs. One of these schools recently approached me about about consulting with them on getting new lights and sound for their theatre (gymatorium). I...

I am working with my school to purchase some body mics for future events. The school came back with the Shure ULXS 14/85 or the Shure ULXS 124/85-J1.Does anyone have experience with the 14/85 body mics? If so, what are your reviews?

Hey everyone, I'm going to be doing a presentation on "Efficiency in Tech" at a local teachers conference to try and provide fellow teachers with tips, tricks, strategies and products to help them more efficiently run their classes, shops, and productions.The main topics that my section of the...

I am looking into possibility doing recording for few people who have express interests in recording them singing or playing instruments to add to their portfolio. I had people express to me they be willing to pay for my services. My question is what is the best way to price it? Do I charge by...

Hello all,Depending on the size of terminations and cabling how do you prefer your junction box size? What is the most common size for sound application in large venues with over 25 speakers and 50 connections?What are best practices when using a junction box?Any links to resources are...

Hey All! I'm looking for your favorite mic stands, and why? Who makes them, how much, where to get them, tripods/solid?. I need to buy a few more, and I have had Onstage, and a couple of other makers, but I wanted to get your input on what you like.Thank you all!!Doug

I'm currently mixing a musical. Someone had a "tinny" sound coming from there mic. Having a hard time fixing it. Any suggestions in the eq in the board? Any help is awesome!!

I am currently working on a production. I have a few actors that are heavy sweaters. And the typical 3M Transpore tape doesn't stick well. Any suggestions on alternatives???

I'm the new lighting tech at my school and the booth is a absolute mess. It needs to complete reorganized and I'm not sure where to start. Does anyone have any ideas

Hello everyone long time lurker, needing help on wireless sound. Said almost the same in the New Member Board, but this is the right place to post.I'm being tasked to come up with a mobile solution for sound. Min requirements 7 wireless singers, 2 of which will also be dancing (musical...

Hello everyone!Long time reader, finally decided to sign up... as my "hobby" of all things light, sound, and tech... is turning into something larger... for a few years now, my wife and I have been running a small school, teaching acting dancing and singing.. well school is growing... it's...

Hello everyone.I am currently working on a production of Heathers The Musical. There are several instances where actors need to be shirtless on stage and I'd like to conceal their mics as best as possible. I am using Shure QLXD1 transmitters with Countryman B3 Omni Lavalier mics. I plan to...

Hello all,I'm very new to the world of sound for the stage. I work for a very small school and am currently in the process of transforming our multipurpose room into a theatre. We currently run our 8th grade productions with the ancient PA system. I'm wondering if there might be some sort of...

Im working on a play. I recorded a couple arguing. What Im trying to do is to EQ it a point where its noticeable but not over taken. This is part of a sound scape. Its a New York city soundscape, so city sounds, sirens, etc. Its calls for a couple arguing. I have the couple, Im trying to find a...

Hi! I'm brand new to ControlBooth and looking for advice on what to buy for the youth community theatre that I work with.We're looking to get a complete sound system that does not have to rely on a venue's house system, because we generally change venues every summer and are never really sure...

Hi All,I am looking for a Portable PA system easy for students and faculty to set up and use for outdoor announcements and lunch music etc.I need something in loud enough for 200 people outdoor as well as possibly having 2 wireless microphones built in.My budget is around $1000 to $1500...

I'm trying to have an actor hold a walkie and listen to a cop on the other end. I have a sound clip of the police that I would like to play over the walkie. Does anyone know a simple mod to the walkie or a way to broadcast via computer? Any advice would be appreciated, I'm kinda stuck with...

Hi All,Working on a show with 8 SLX transmitters. Last night for the first time (had the mics for a week) we had the channel change automatically on one of the belt packs but not on the receiver during the show without being touched (or so we think).Has anyone had this happen and if so is...

Hello, Question about Midi. Some of the stuff I've read suggest that MIDI starts to loose its integrity. I need a 200ft run to connect a drum set to my ETC Ion. Any suggestions on how to help maintain integrity?