Great Church Sound: a guide for the volunteer

This practical guide is the BEST PLACE TO START for anyone needing to gain a better understanding of the church sound system and how to get a great sounding mix. Church sound techs from all backgrounds and experience levels will benefit from the clear explanations, plain instruction, and focus on the fundamentals that matter most. Pastors and Team Leaders will appreciate this easy to follow handbook that delivers a consistent training platform for new tech team members. Whether you want to get rid of feedback, improve your mix, or lead your team effectively, Great Church Sound is the resource for you. What's Included: Learn how a mixing console works (and what all those knobs do)Discover the EQ secrets that make a mix sound greatImprove the sound of the pastor, singers, and instrumentsGet better sound from the gear you already haveDownload the free mobile app with helpful tips and toolsAnd much more! There are ever increasing expectations placed on volunteer church sound techs and other technical production team members. That's not a bad thing. The travesty is that many of our willing volunteers are often charged with delivering exceptionally professional results with nary a hint of adequate training or supporting resources (other than perhaps a prayer that "the pastor's mic doesn't squeal again this week"). This SECOND EDITION addresses many of the needs expressed by thousands of volunteer church sound techs as they faithfully navigate weekly worship services and special events. Several enhancements and organizational changes have been made in order to make this a more complete training guide, not only for volunteers, but for church leaders desiring to empower their team with the tools for audio excellence. Here are a few of the new and expanded areas: Discussion about in-ear monitors and how to use themMore references to digital mixing consoles and their featuresExpanded section dedicated exclusively to EQSpecific tips for compression and other effectsAdvice for live streaming worship services and eventsMicrophone placement tips and illustrationsInsight for churches considering tech upgrades or repairTools for leaders who want to find and train new sound team membersMore than 80 illustrations included throughout the textSegmented sections and chapters for easy navigation of topicsGlossary of common audio terms used in the bookUpdated mobile app designed as a companion live sound resource Thank you to all the readers and reviewers of the first edition for your helpful comments, critique, suggestions, and encouragement. This book is for you and your church. My hope is that it may continue to be of value to you as you endeavor in the incredibly important role of delivering great church sound for your community. James von Wasem, James