We all love learning new skills, or even trying to save a few bucks here and there. But at some point, we all need to have a "Come to Jesus" moment and recognize we should hire a professional. James and Samantha dive into the stickiest topics that are either the least fruitful for DIYers or the most dangerous! Church Sound Podcast Season 1 Episode 19: Ryan O John, Time Aligning Drums Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored spe...
Nov 03, 2022•50 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Virtual soundchecks (VSC) are one of our greatest tools as live audio engineers. It allows us to bridge the gap between studio and live -- without annoying parishioners or asking the drummer to hit a single tom for 20 mins! In this week's episode, James and Samantha discuss how to get VSC up and running, as well as the cost/benefits analysis of it all. James' Virtual Soundcheck Challenge! Dante Virtual Soundcard Dante Via Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound Unive...
Oct 20, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 15
It's time for everyone's favorite topic: drums! Samantha and James dig deep to discuss how they approach drums overall in the mix, and their approach to each individual drum. Drum kits can make or break a mix easily, and while much of the timbre and experience of drums is stemming from the player and their kit, we definitely have a few tricks up our sleeves to put a little bit of ourselves in it! Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program...
Sep 22, 2022•56 min•Season 3Ep. 14
So what's most important to focus on when we're training up new volunteers? What about if we're just starting out in mixing or audio engineering? Samantha and James detail the most important focus points for any new mixer, or a veteran looking to polish up on the foundations. Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via LinkedIn , on IG @potteraud...
Aug 25, 2022•59 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Digital, even analog, consoles give us nearly endless possibilities for routing our audio for our particular taste and style of mixing. Samantha and James explore all the ways we can route audio and how each of us approach our mixes. Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via LinkedIn , on IG @potteraudio , or contact her via email here email . ...
Aug 11, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 12
What happens if we take our entire broadcast mix and produce it "in the box"? Samantha and James explore how to setup DAWs for broadcast mixing, the pros, the cons, and the why's! Co-host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via LinkedIn , on IG @potteraudio , or contact her via email here email . Co-host James Attaway is the author of the Live Mixing...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In-ear monitors are a trick of their own. James and Samantha discuss IEM and monitor techniques, skills, and common problems we see when helping musicians adjust to and make the most of their in-ear monitors. See Samantha on her LinkedIn , on IG @potteraudio , or contact her here ! Watch James on YouTube , on IG @attawayaudio , or contact him here !...
Jul 14, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 10
A new and exciting era is beginning here at Church Sound Podcast. I've asked a dear friend, and an excellent engineer and educator to join me as a co-host. No, it's not because I'm going anywhere -- I wanted to bring in more perspectives, different experiences, and bring you more of the quality content you've enjoyed over the last two-and-a-half years. With all of this, please welcome back James Attaway as the new co-host of Church Sound Podcast. Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor w...
Jun 30, 2022•40 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Jireh Vides is a systems engineer specializing in helping HoW tune their systems. Tune in to learn about the approach and process to optimizing your PA, and when it's time to hire in the big guns. MARANATHA!! Jireh's IG: @_jvides Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via email here ....
Jun 02, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Trade Show Season!! Things are absolutely bonkers and exciting right now, and despite all that, I wanted to make sure to bring you a little something this week. Daniel Liston Keller from Get It In Writing invited me to join his show with 30 Second Chances, as well as an episode of Insights In Sound. Be sure to check out Daniel's full list of interviews and videos at Get It In Writing. Full Videos and Interviews with Daniel Get It In Writing Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Ch...
May 05, 2022•25 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Blake and Toby from Church Gear join me this week to talk about all that gear we've got in a closet. What happens to old gear? Should we be using it? If so, how? Listen in to see why I'm better than John Mayer and how to use the gear in our graveyards. Church Gear's Website My Episode On Church Gear's Podcast Church Gear's IG: @church_gear Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now als...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 6
We all love our volunteers as they help carry most HoW in the weekly tasks, welcoming, admin, and tech work. But sometimes... volunteers are hurting more than they're helping. Or they've been doing it so long they've lost touch with why they began doing it at all. I bring back Cortney Lemke (fmr. Inbody) (our resident spiritual advisor) to discuss a seldom covered topic: when it's time to let go of a volunteer. Cortney's latest articles on PSW Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with...
Apr 07, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 5
We've been talking about the future of audio and networking a lot over the last year or so, and in a new friend, John Huntington, who literally wrote the book on AVL networks, joins me to further our understanding of it all. Jump back in time and yet into the future with John as we discuss some basics of show networking, his amazing books, and even chasing tornados. John's Website John's book, Introduction to Show Networking Tubes by Andrew Blum Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor wi...
Mar 09, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Compressors are wonderful tools, but often people don't understand in full or are afraid to twist too many knobs in. For this episode, I've brought back James Attaway from his flourishing career to come chat with us about compressors. It also happens to be that James is writing a multi-issue piece for Church Sound Magazine -- it's almost as if I planned this. Join us this week to learn more about the wonderful world of compression! James' YouTube Channel James' Book, The Live Mixing Field Guide ...
Feb 24, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Knowing where to spend money on equipment can be tough and every person you ask may have a different answer. I've come up with some generalities in this week's episode on where it's best to save a few bucks, and where you can gain a lot by spending a little more. Let's try to use our money as wisely as possible and not blow it on unnecessary things, or on doodads and thingamajigs we would've spent 1/2 as much on and gotten just as much quality. Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor wit...
Feb 10, 2022•22 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Alesia Hendley is a long-time friend of mine with a myriad of work experiences that have come to a head at her new position at Audinate. There's been so much conversation around audio networking lately that I figured it would be excellent to grab Alesia and see if we could talk Dante. Alesia's LinkedIn Alesia's Website Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . ...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Bon Voyage, into the new year! I quickly wrap up Season 2 during that weird time between Christmas and New Years where work is allegedly happening but we're all recovering from what the year has brought us (good or bad.) Thank you all, out there, reading this, listening to the podcast, or reading Church Sound Magazine. 2022 is scheduled to be bigger than ever, so strap in and let's be ready to take our skills to new heights! Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound Unive...
Dec 30, 2021•7 min
To cap off 2021, I wanted to look at the most popular episodes that had the most to offer. So, in part, you all voted for these with your downloads! But I wanted to create an episode that showcases some bits and pieces of the best of the show so far. With so many amazing guests and such incredible content, this will actually come in two parts -- so keep your eye out! On this episode, in order of appearance: Dan Leafblad , Victoria Butash , Michael Lawrence , and Ben Ivey . Host Samantha Potter i...
Dec 16, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 23
The new world of pro audio is steeped in networked audio. In this episode, I go over some basics of AoE and AoIP. What are the differences? Why would we pick this over copper? Should I pick Layer 2 protocols or Layer 3? Tune in to wet your whistle on audio over ethernet. Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via email here ....
Dec 02, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 22
On this week's episode, Jeff Hawley, Marketing Director at Allen & Heath USA, joins me again to discuss what the future of mixing technology might look like given all the recent technological pushes. From Jeff: "Are we ‘duped by grammar’ in how we speak about Artificial Intelligence? What do we mean by ‘intelligence’ when we apply the term to digital consoles and the ‘internet of things’, etc.? This article from philosopher John Searle comes up in our podcast discussion. " Host Samantha Pott...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Doug Gould is a seasoned vet, practitioner, and market developer for audio technology manufacturers with a special penchant for houses of worship. He joins me this week as we discuss building teamwork and communication both within our media and tech teams, but also with the musicians on stage. What does good communication look like and what are the most important pieces to a team? Doug's Facebook Email Doug! Worship MD Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University ...
Nov 04, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 20
On this week's episode, I take three of the most common questions I've been receiving on the road. I've been teaching around the US the last few weeks and some similar questions keep popping up. I take the opportunity to dive in a bit! I go over what aux-fed subs are, different sub feeds, time aligning inputs, and give some actual target numbers for streaming loudness! YouLean MLoudnessAnalyzer Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tail...
Oct 21, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 19
The ProSoundWeb team met up together (some of us for the first time) in Dallas, TX at the end of September, 2021. With the opportunity presented, the crew all got on the mic together to discuss how the conference was going and what we've all been up to! Host Samantha Potter is also co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via email here ....
Oct 07, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Mike Sessler, an author and Maker of Magic joins me to dive into mix buses. What are they, why we use them, and when we use them -- including examples! If you've seen or heard about audio buses but aren't exactly sure what they are or how to get started, this episode is for you! Mike Sessler on ProSoundWeb Mike's Website Host Samantha Potter is co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Rea...
Sep 23, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Anca Trifan is an event producer, audio engineer, and all-around AV Unicorn. She joins me this week to discuss, as you might have guessed from the title, hybrid events. Our world is becoming more virtual and our virtual world is becoming more real, so how does this reflect itself in our worship services? Are truly hybrid or interactive services a thing? We discuss some good practices and open up conversations about the consequences of hybrid worship. Anca's website: www.treefanevents.com Instagr...
Sep 09, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 17
On Aug 21st, 2021, SoundGirls hosted a panel discussion on House of Worship mixing and careers. I (Samantha) moderated and was joined by some dear friends -- all of whom should look familiar to the listeners of this podcast! If you're unfamiliar with SoundGirls , I highly recommend checking out their organization as well as joining the very popular Facebook Group . Host Samantha Potter is co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio...
Aug 26, 2021•2 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 16
So much of what we do for the church world is sacrificial, volunteer, or a gift. I don't think there are too many audio techs in the world that join a house of worship for the trough of money they give us all. We do it for other reasons. So, what is our calling? Why do we do what we do? What leads us down these paths? I explore what my calling has been over the years and how it can take shape. My email is at the bottom, please feel free to message me your calling, or your compass. I'd love to he...
Aug 12, 2021•13 min
Golden Preciado is an amazingly accomplished woman in audio with a huge heart, an infectious laugh, and a ton of wisdom and experience. She joins me this week and we talk about what audio leadership looks like, the biggest potholes for tech teams, and how we can prepare ourselves to walk up to any console -- ready to rock. Golden's ProSoundWeb Profile QSC's Facebook for Tech Talk Church Sound Training FB Group Coming Soon: QSC HoW training Host Samantha Potter is co-lead instructor with Church S...
Jul 29, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 15
This week, we bring you a flashback from one of the first episodes from Signal To Noise, all about church sound! You can check it out along with all of ProSoundWeb's podcast network here . Host Samantha Potter is co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via email here . The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by K-array and DiGiCo ....
Jul 15, 2021•53 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Brian Maddox is back on the show this week to discuss intercom systems. What are comms? Why should we have them? Join me in learning all about comms and how to start implementing them in your productions. Trust me, you'll wish you'd been using them for years! The Audio Opinion Show Email Brian! Host Samantha Potter is co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online . Reach her via email here . The...
Jul 01, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 13
