Microphones 101 and Why The Basics are Critical to Creativity

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Don't assume there are only two different types of microphones; vocal and instrumental. Chris Huff and Brian Gowing explain how microphones are different, why they're different, and how to pick the right one for your need. They also talk about creative miking solutions for kids choirs, drums, cajons, and how microphone placement on an amplifier can affect the tone.

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Microphones 101 and Why The Basics are Critical to Creativity

The Behind the Mixer Podcast

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Interview with House of Worship Market Manager, Richard Gaspard from Presonus - #51 1:01:25

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Episode 45 - Back from a short hiatus, Chris and Brian talk about the topic everyone should teach their new audio techs right from the start. Unfortunately, it's a topic that's usually taught last. They also discuss the top 3 qualities a church tech leader needs but why it's often only one that gets any attention - and how that can spell disaster. Resources: Audio Essentials for Church Sound The Soundcheck Checklist…

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Episode 40 - Music copyright laws are in place to protect musicians and the original music owners. However, there are popular myths that churches have believed for years that have resulted in copyright infringement. Chris covers these myths, myths on video licensing, and what you should be doing. Reference: Your Guide to Playing Church Music and COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT! Video copyright Myths and Copyright Infringement Church Copyright Toolkit…

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Tips on Volunteer Recruitment and Retention 28:55

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Episode 43: What mistakes are we making as tech team leaders? For that matter, what mistakes are we making as volunteers? In this episode, Chris interviews his wife, who has worked in a variety of leadership roles, including the volunteer coordinator at the local hospital where she oversaw 90 volunteers. Gina brings up key areas for retention as well as recruitment and they talk about how understanding personality types goes a long way to helping team members and becoming a better leader. Resources: Submit Questions to Behind the Mixer Personality Test Which Animal Are You (Personality Test) Equipping You for Real Life (Gina’s Site) Conflict Resolution…

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Gear Recommendations: Walking Through a Typical Church System 29:58

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What speakers should we buy? What about the mixer? These questions are part of typical conversations Chris and Brian have had with many churches over the years. Only this time, Chris is playing the role of the pastor and Brian plays...Brian. Discover how they look at a church system, the types of questions they ask, and how you should take a new look at your system. Resources: Talk with Chris and Brian…

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A Theology of Church Tech Arts: Interview with Dr. Josiah Way 52:51

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What's the purpose of technical production in the church? What about your church? Josiah Way answers this in his new book, Producing Worship: A Theology of Church Technical Arts. On today's show, Chris Huff interviews Dr. Way to talk about the basis of the book and the important aspects of church technical work that's often overlooked by tech artists. You'll also find out why Chris believes this book should be mandatory reading for pastors, worship leaders, and everyone in the church tech community. Resources: Producing Worship: A Theology of Church Technical Arts Dr. Way's Higher Ed AV Podcast…

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Reviewing the New Personal Monitoring System by Audio Fusion Systems 33:19

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Audio Fusion Systems is a new contender to the personal monitor mixing realm and they are unlike everything else in one big way. They claim you can get pro-level wireless monitoring using software on the devices you already have. And it's unbelievably affordable and easy to use. Does their product live up to the hype? Find out as Chris Huff interviews co-founder Brandon Leafblad. Resources: Audio Fusion Systems…

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Why Low End Frequencies Can Kill Your Mix 13:20

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Low end frequency problems can plague a mix if they aren't identified and addressed. In episode 39, Chris Huff discusses how the low end frequencies can work both positively and negatively. He also discusses how you can control excess low end both on stage and in the sound booth. Resources: Got the Low-End Frequency Blues? Audio Essentials for Church Sound…

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Your Production Successes in 2018 and What the Future Holds 39:47

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It's the end of the year so Brian and Chris decided to take time to reflect on production successes of 2018 and what the future holds for Behind the Mixer in 2019. Also, they're talking about YOUR successes, but.... Here's the thing, you might want to SKIP the podcast and just read the post on the web site. We're not really sure what happened this time. I think they had a little too much fun and were a little (way too) disorganized - a result of production work during the Christmas season I suppose. Next year, they're looking at taking the podcast up to the next level. But for episode 38, I think the extra work for the holiday season finally got to them. Resources: Your Production Successes in 2018 and What's in Store for 2019…

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How to Deal with Tech Team Bullies 47:10

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Bullies exist even in the church technical production realm and if you're dealing with one then this episode is for you. Chris Huff and Brian Gowing explore the causes of the problem, how to deal with the problem, and how the entire worship experience is affected by a tech team bully. They also discuss the biggest question to come out of the situation; is it time for me to leave the church. Resources: Scripture Reference: Matthew 18:15-17 10 Ways to Respond When You’ve Been Offended…

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How can I eliminate feedback? How can I get our ear-worn mic to stay on? Why do our new microphones sound so different? Chris and Brian answer these questions and others related to live audio production. They even discuss how to route channels on a Behringer X32. Related Resources: Why Your Mixer Channel Order Is Slowing You Down X32 Patching…

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BTM 034: Mercy Me, Touring Audio Engineers, and How to Take Advantage of Concerts 34:11

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Have you ever wondered how a live audio engineer got a particular sound, when you attended a concert? Do what Brian and Chris do, just ask! In today's episode, the guys talk about how much you can learn by attending live events and listening with a critical ear. They also talk about how they talk with those engineers either before or after a concert - and how you can, too! Resources Mentioned: Podcast 32: The Top Production Mistakes in Portable Church Audio Behind the Mixer - the Cool Free Stuff…

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BTM 033: What’s it Like to Be Married to a Church Sound Guy 28:52

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Ever notice your spouse sitting alone (without you by their side) in the congregation while you're running sound? You probably didn't see them before church because you were out the door by the time they woke up. The life of a church sound tech means you are sacrificing time from your family to serve in the audio ministry. In this episode, Chris Huff interviews his wife and they talk openly and frankly about how his audio production work (and the long hours) has impacted the family...and what every church tech AND THEIR SPOUSE should know to help them as a married couple and as parents.…

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BTM 032: The Guide to Portable Church AVL 41:55

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Portable church audio, video, and lighting can be a beast of production work each week. Load it all in, pack it all away, and hope everything in between goes smoothly. On episode 32 of the podcast, Chris Huff and Brian Gowing discuss the biggest mistakes made in each of those areas - audio, video, and lighting, and how to overcome them. They also announce the new Guide to Portable Church AVL. Resources: The New Portable Church AVL Guide (Bundled)…

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BTM 031: How Much Should the Music Mix Change Each Week? 59:43

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Do you set the mix once for the band and never touch it again? What do you do when the skill level of the sound techs greatly varies? Chris and Brian have seen a lot of things done wrong and a lot done right regarding both questions. In this episode, they go deep as they answer these questions and even address worship leaders who think they know more about mixing than the audio techs. They discuss why this can happen and how much of it's about their mindset - not bashing them, but seeing things from their point of view. Related Resources: What to Do When the Tech Team and the Band are at Odds…

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BTM 030: Seven Habits of Highly Effective Sound People 30:24

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Isn't running sound only about mixing and working with gear? Far from it! In a recent article, Karl Winkler discussed the seven habits (skills) every audio tech should have. In today's episode, Chris talks about Karl's article and digs into each of the seven areas. Resources: The Original 7-Habits Article Audinate: Training and Tutorials The Advantage: Patrick Lencioni CTS-D Exam Guide This episode's transcript…

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BTM 029: What To Do When The Tech Team And The Band Are At Odds 47:43

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ENOUGH! At some point, someone in the band angered the tech team and things haven't been the same. Maybe the animosity felt between the groups is the fault of the tech team. Whatever the reason, it's time to admit there's a problem, get through it, and get back to working toward the same goal. In this episode, Chris and Brian talk about why the Us Versus Them division can occur between the production team and the band. They also talk about what can be done to get things back to the way they should be - where everyone works together and respects each other. Resource: How to Fix the Divide Between Tech Teams and Musicians…

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BTM 028: The Six Things No One Told Me About Church Audio 22:49

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Move past the microphones and mixers and technical side of church audio production work and you'll find there's a whole lot more to learn. If you're lucky, you'll discover the six things that no one talks about - but they're so important. In this episode, Chris Huff details each of these. Out of all of them, the last one can make the difference between being happy or unhappy in your role as a church sound guy. Resources: Everybody, Always: Becoming Love in a World Full of Setbacks and Difficult People…

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BTM 027: Ten Music Mixing Tips 26:57

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Your growth as an audio mixer might have stalled out because you've allowed yourself to put limits on how you mix. Chris covers ten tips that will help you take your mixing to the next level through, in many ways, by taking a fresh look at how you mix. He also covers a few simple tips he's learned over the years for easy mix improvements in just seconds. Resources: Reverb and Delay: Seven Tips and Tricks Audio Gating: The Ten-Minute Guide Got the Low-End Frequency Blues?…

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BTM 026: Finding the Perfect Volume for Live Audio Production 1:05:14

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Finding the ideal music volume for a congregation can be hard, especially when you're new to live audio production. On today's podcast, Chris Huff and Brian Gowing talk about all of the facets of volume, in live church audio production, and their tricks to find that perfect volume. They cover sound meter usage, the importance of measuring sound throughout a room, volume complaints, and share their methods for finding that right volume no matter the type of church. Chris and Brian start the show talking about things going on in their production world, including Shure rechargeable batteries, Alclair in-ear headphones, and a possible event on the horizon. Jump to the 7:35 mark if you want to skip it. Resources: How to Find the Perfect Volume Alclair In Ear Monitors Shure Rechargeable Batteries…

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BTM 025: The Art of Mixing Drums (Part 2) 17:45

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Drum mixing is a complex topic which requires stage work, mix work, and working with the drummer. Episode 24 focused on much of the stage work - the work required before even thinking about stepping behind the mixer. This episode covers the mixing work, from mixing the kit pieces regarding volume balance to EQ adjustments and the use of effects including compression, reverb, and gating. Resources: Mixing Drums: From Stage to Console…

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BTM 024: The Art of Mixing Drums (Part 1) 33:49

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Drum mixing is a complex topic which requires stage work, mix work, and working with the drummer. Add on to that subjects like shielding and volume issues and the idea of mixing drums quickly becomes a heavy topic. Chris and Brian cover all of these subjects, including reverb, gating, and compression, in this two-part series. Part 1 focuses on much of the stage work - the work required before even thinking about stepping behind the mixer. Resources: Drum Care and First Aid…

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BTM 023: New Audio Products for 2018, Announced at NAMM 49:35

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New audio products are coming to the market this year (2018) and Chris and Brian go to the NAMM trade show in Anaheim, California to check out the new products like speakers, audio mixers, microphones, and even find a few surprises along the way. Find out what's coming out this year, what's worth noting, and how you can take advantage of the training courses offered at NAMM. Resources: PreSonus EarMix Peavey Versarray FutureSonics Sennheiser G4 Mackie In-ears Hearback Allen & Heath dLive s7000 Royer R10 LR Baggs Bose ToneMatch NAMM…

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BTM 022: Joining the Sennhesier Advisory Council 16:06

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How much does a pro audio company care about the church market? In the case of Sennheiser, quite a lot. In this episode, Chris Huff and Brian Gowing talk about being part of the Sennheiser House of Worship Advisory Council, what it means to you, and how suggestions from last year's meeting will impact you next year. They discuss this year's meeting and why it's good to know the people behind a company. Resources: Sennheiser Evolution Wireless G4…

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BTM 021: How to EQ Acoustic Guitars 26:33

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How does one EQ an acoustic guitar? It's not a simple one-step process but a process that begins on stage. Chris Huff walks you through every step, from determining the natural sound of the guitar to dealing with monitor feedback to the final EQ and effects work. He includes steps to avoid common pitfalls and details a method to give the acoustic guitar a percussive sound. No matter how big or small the band, there's plenty of tips to help everyone. Resources: Mixing Acoustic Guitar: Working with EQ, Effects, and Tone.…

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BTM 020: Tips to Working with Audio, Video, and Lighting in Portable Churches 47:40

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Are you hauling AVL equipment in and out of a venue each weekend because your church doesn't have it's own building? There is a lot that can go wrong. There's a lot that people do wrong. Chris and Brian want to help by talking about the ways in which you can streamline your load-in/load-out process, work with volunteers, and how you should transport equipment and ultimately keep it and everyone safe. Resources: Asset Tiger Non-Contact Voltage Tester Analyzing Failures In AC Outlet Testing…

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BTM 019: Interview with David Manners 31:00

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There's a world of other church audio techs out there and Chris interviews David Manners about how such a community benefits each member. Call them a flock, a tribe, or a world wide tech team, joining one might be the next step you need to talk. Chris also finds out how David got started in church audio production and his amazing journey. Resources: The Behind the Mixer Community…

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BTM 018: Audio and Video Maintenance 38:43

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Microphones, cables, projectors, and many other AVL components require annual maintenance (some more often). In today's episode, Chris Huff and Brian Gowing go over the areas of maintenance and give you tips on how to perform each one. Brian covers his ears as he lets Chris cover the disgusting process of cleaning in-ear headphones. Resources: Asset Tiger Tech Maintenance Article…