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Friday, August 27, 2010Tech Tip Of The Day: Soldering Iron Care
PSW Staff 08/27/10 09:32 AM, 1 CommentProvided by Sweetwater. Q: I’ve been working in a studio for many years now as an assistant, and I just recently started helping another assistant with cable and equipment repair. My soldering technique, while not the best, is coming along nicely given that I only started a few weeks ago. I noticed when I first started with the new soldering iron that was at the studio that it seemed to get really dirty and never really cleaned up. Now,… View this post
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Take An Online Sample Course From Berkleemusic
PSW Staff 08/27/10 08:48 AM, 0 CommentsBerkleemusic, the online extension school of Berklee College of Music and the world’s premier institution for the study of contemporary music for over sixty-five years, is pleased to announce the start of the fast approaching fall term! The fall tern begins on September 27, 2010, and enrollment now locks students into the current rates on all courses and certificate programs, which are set to increase on September 1st. Students can also save an additional 10% by paying for a certificate… View this post
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Middle Atlantic Introduces VisionFrame Monitor Wall System
PSW Staff 08/27/10 07:19 AM, 0 CommentsMiddle Atlantic has introduced the new VisionFrame Video Monitor Wall System which provides heavy-duty structural support for monitors. The system saves integrators valuable installation time with a simple effective design, and can be quickly and easily specified with the company’s Middle Atlantic Designer 3D Layout software. VisionFrame Systems can be designed with monitor height over 13 feet from the floor and with unlimited length, providing unmatched versatility. Available in both freestanding and desk mount configurations, VisionFrame systems are well suited… View this post
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Thursday, August 26, 2010Line 6 Introduces XD-V Series Digital Wireless Microphone Systems
PSW Staff 08/26/10 03:37 PM, 0 CommentsLine 6 has introduced the new line of XD-V Series digital wireless microphone systems, including two handheld microphone systems and two beltpack systems that include lavalier microphones. The XD-V70 handheld microphone suits every vocal application with seven selectable sounds and timbres based on the world’s most popular live sound mics. The XD-V30 handheld mic has a single microphone model based on a leading live sound mic. The handheld mics also offer cardioid polar patterns, removable microphone capsules for polar pattern… View this post
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Video: Church Audio Basics - Frequency
Gary Zandstra 08/26/10 02:48 PM, 0 CommentsFrom our resident church audio blogger Gary Zandstra comes a multi-part video series on the basics of church audio, which is equally useful to novices in any field. For more helpful hints from Gary, make sure to check out his Church Sound Blog. Gary Zandstra is a professional AV systems integrator with Parkway Electric and has been involved with sound at his church for more than 25 years. View this post
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Sanus Releases New All-Weather Full-Motion Mount
PSW Staff 08/26/10 08:51 AM, 0 CommentsSanus Systems has announced the shipment of an all-weather mount for 42”-75” flat-panel TVs weighing up to 175 lbs. The VisionMount VXF220 All-Weather Full-Motion Mount is manufactured with a special rust-resistant coating and stainless steel hardware and has been rated to withstand rain, snow and salt, making it an ideal choice for indoor/outdoor use. The mount offers robust, dual extension arms that support even the largest TVs and allow the user to extend the TV up to 20” from the… View this post
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Friday, August 20, 2010Church Grounding & Electrical Safety Tips: Take Our Poll
Mike Sokol & Hector La Torre 08/20/10 12:33 PM, 1 CommentProvided by HOW To Church Sound Workshops. More often than we’d like, we read of people being shocked while working in churches and on stage. With all the electronics being installed in churches today, there’s a real possibility of getting shocked or even electrocuted. Here’s some ways to stay safe around electricity. Also, you’re encouraged to take our survey on if you’ve ever been shocked while on stage, which thus far has generated some very interesting responses. Church Electrical… View this post
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Royer Labs Introduces R-101 Ribbon Microphone For Studio & Live Applications
PSW Staff 08/20/10 09:07 AM, 0 CommentsRoyer Labs has introduced the R-101 ribbon microphone, well-suited for both studio and live sound reinforcement applications. The new R-101 offers numerous technological advancements pioneered by Royer Labs. Chief among them is the microphone’s multi-layered wind screening for superior protection from air blasts and plosives, providing excellent protection for the microphone’s ribbon element. This unique screening system also reduces proximity effect, facilitating closer miking with less bass buildup. The ribbon element’s smooth frequency response and phase linearity, coupled with sensitivity… View this post
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Thursday, August 19, 2010Symmetrix DSP Chosen By The Fountain Of Truth Church
PSW Staff 08/19/10 12:00 PM, 0 CommentsThe Fountain of Truth Church in inner-city Detroit recently created a safe place for youth to gather that not only keeps them out of trouble, but provides them with genuinely cool activities and events that are physically, intellectually and spiritually engaging. Dubbed the Righteous Youth Church, the space is flexible enough to accommodate basketball and other indoor sports, as well as performances and church services using modular seating that rolls out from the wall. Detroit-area AV contractor Sound Planning Communications… View this post
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Tech Tip Of The Day: Care & Feeding Of MicrophonesPSW Staff 08/19/10 10:39 AM, 1 CommentProvided by Sweetwater. Q: I’ve been a long time audio engineer and often get asked questions, which I really enjoy answering. After all, it’s nice to pass along knowledge. However, I was asked one recently that really stumped me. This nice kid in a club wanted to know how I take care of my microphones. Well, I know what I do, but I’m long past the point of having any substantive advice on the topic. What are your thoughts?… View this post
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