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Monday, July 26, 2010
Dave Dermont
07/26/10 06:34 PM,
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There are advantages to getting older. Years of learning something new at every gig add up to that thing we call experience. You remember how well the first Soundcraft console you ever used responded to your touch. You recall, despite its simple interface and lack of things to tweak, how great the reverb of a Lexicon PCM-60 sounded. Another advantage to getting older is that the gear you lusted after as a youngster becomes affordable. The downside of this can…
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
PSW Staff
01/21/10 01:30 PM,
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Now in its third year, Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, Inc. and Yamaha Corporation of America, along with Elation Lighting, Shure and Media Shout will sponsor two Worship Arts Technology Summits (WATS) in February. The first will be held in conjunction with Sandy Cove Ministries in North East, MD, February 2-4. The second will be held at the Lifeway Ridgecrest Conference Center, Ridgecrest, NC, February 15-17. The seminars will offer product and technical training to church technicians and musicians seeking the…
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
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08/27/09 02:15 PM,
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Syn-Aud-Con will be presenting the Syn-Aud-Con Digital Seminar in Dallas, on September 14-16, 2009. The seminar is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to digital audio, digital signal processing and networking. This is the only time this class will be presented in 2009. This class is taught by three instructors - Steve Macatee, Brad Benn, and Pat Brown - each coming from a different background, making this team diverse and highly qualified. Sample comments from attendees of the most recent…
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
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08/26/09 08:15 AM,
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For the second year, Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems, along with Shure and Martin Professional, will be offering product training for church technicians and musicians enhanced insight into audio, musicianship, lighting, recording, and media presentation. The Worship Arts Technology Summit (WATS) will be held September 14–16, 2009 in Muskegon, Michigan at one of the most beautiful Christian conference centers in the nation – The Maranatha Bible and Missionary Conference Center on the shores of Lake Michigan. All skill levels are welcome…
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Jeff Lange
08/11/09 03:05 PM,
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“It’s all Greek to me.” I hear that phrase often when speaking about the basic concepts of sound in churches. Being both a sound engineer and a musician, I’ve noticed that there is often a stark contrast between learning to play music and operating a sound system. When I learned to play my preferred instrument, I spent countless hours alone in my room making horrible racket that would someday become music. After that racket became music, I went to school…
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PSW Staff
08/11/09 11:27 AM,
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Syn-Aud-Con will be presenting the Syn-Aud-Con Digital Seminar in Dallas, on September 14-16, 2009. The seminar is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to digital audio, digital signal processing and networking. This is the only time this class will be presented in 2009. This class is taught by three instructors - Steve Macatee, Brad Benn, and Pat Brown - each coming from a different background, making this team diverse and highly qualified. Sample comments from the most recent Syn-Aud-Con Digital…
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08/11/09 09:21 AM,
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SAE has launched SAEOnLine, making education in music production, games programming (from SAE’s sister company Qantm who specialize in game-based courses) and film production available via the Internet. SAEOnLine currently offers 22 courses (see http://saeonline.com/catalog/all-courses), expected to rise to 25 and beyond over the coming weeks, covering creative technology including Camera Tracking, 3D Character Design, Writing Music For Visuals, Microphone Placement and Recording Techniques. The program includes 16 Learning Advisors on hand to offer help and advice. Content can easily…
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Tuesday, August 04, 2009
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08/04/09 04:19 PM,
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Registration is now open for fall classes of the NSCA University Electronic Systems Technician (EST) Training Series, providing convenient and in-depth training. Training starts September 14 and runs for 38 weeks. The Electronic Systems Technician (EST) curriculum includes a comprehensive overview of the entire commercial electronic systems industry. Students learn about a variety of systems, applications, national codes and standards while gaining real-life, on-the-job training as well as the ability to: • Interpret electrical drawings, site plans and more •…
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Friday, July 24, 2009
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07/24/09 11:50 AM,
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Northern Sound & Light (NSL), a pro audio and lighting dealer in Pennsylvania, recently visited the Propel Andrew Street High School in Pittsburgh to make a hands-on teaching presentation about the technology and business of live sound. Steve Raslevich, president and founder of NSL, and staff members Jon Miller and Mark Eyer shared their experiences and knowledge in a small group setting. Billed as a new model of secondary education, the Propel Andrew Street High School offers tailored programs and…
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Monday, July 20, 2009
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07/20/09 03:03 PM,
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The NSCA Education Foundation has awarded 10 scholarships to students pursuing careers in the commercial electronic systems industry. Recipients of the scholarships include: • Jesse Ashby, Christopher Newport University, Theatre and Dance • Matthew Ayo, Columbia College Chicago, Acoustics • Jason Denner, Kirkwood Community College, Electronic Engineering Technology • Byron Duarte, Columbia College Chicago, Audio Arts and Acoustics • Gary Fine, Columbia College Chicago, Audio Arts and Acoustics • Thomas Evans, Columbia College Chicago, Audio Design & Production • Andrew…
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