Neumann KH-120A Nearfield Monitors

I didn’t know, until today, that Neumann was in the speaker business! I have always loved their classic microphones so when my boss plopped a Neumann case down on the desk next to me and said, “Have you heard these yet?”, I was thrilled to test them out for him. Since most mobile trucks use Read more about Neumann KH-120A Nearfield Monitors[…]

Tips for Vocalists

I have had a couple questions from previous posts regarding my comments about singers so I thought I would discuss the topic at length through a series of tips. First, develop a relationship with the sound guy if you can. Too many times the singer and the sound guy end up fighting each other when Read more about Tips for Vocalists[…]

Less Is More: Part One

Remember the old saying “less is more.” Most of my favorite music is by 4-5 piece bands. Drums, Bass, electric, acoustic, and maybe keys. Just because you have a lot of musicians, doesn’t mean that you have to use all of them, all the time. When arranging instruments be careful that they don’t step on Read more about Less Is More: Part One[…]

Worship Flow

Recently my friend Don Chapman wrote an article on his blog about church worship flow and sound mix. I would like to expand on this topic and offer my own “two cents”. The original article can be found here: http://worshipideas.com/whats-wrong-with-your-worship-music/ I totally agree with Don’s comments about worship flow. One thing I notice in so Read more about Worship Flow[…]