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Church Sound & Music Technology Guide Volume 3 SWEETWATER WORSHIP SOUND PRO 2010 (800) 222–4700 www.sweetwater.com Mixers to Microphones, Guitars to Keyboards — Sweetwater Gives Your Church Unbeatable Value Record your services, take control of stage volume, rescue mixes from last-minute disaster — we’ll help you choose, use, and get the most out of your gear! M M M Mi i i i x x x xe e e e e er r r r r s s s s t t t t t o o o o o M Mi i c c r r o op pho on ne es s s G Gu uit a ar r r s s s t t t o o K ey yb b bo o oa ar ds M M Mi i i x x x x x xe e e e er r r r r s s s s s t t t t t t o o M M Mi i c c r r o op pho on ne es s G Gu ui tar s s s t t t o o K eyb bo o oa a ar ds Paul BALOCHE Photos by Jon James and Troy Behrens

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2010 Sweetwater Free Publication for those who want to take advantage of todays technology to help spread the good news! Sweetwater is an amazing company, and this publication in 100% theirs. I want to thank them for constantly providing the service that is needed by both live sound engineers, and sound recording (studio) engineers (like myself). There truly is no better company to work with. sweetwater.com

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Church Sound & Music Technology GuideChurch Sound & Music Technology Guide5501 U.S. Hwy 30 W Fort Wayne, IN 46818(800) 2224700 www.sweetwater.comPRESORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGEPAIDPERMIT NO. 815EAST GREENVILLE, PASpread the Word!Do you know of a church, a pastor, a worship leader, or a volunteer who might enjoy reading Worship Sound Pro?Simply have them call us at(800) 2224700 for a free copy.Volume 3Check out the latest products for your house of worship,inside and online at www.sweetwater.com!Why Buy from Sweetwater? Friendly tech experts here to answer questions and help you choose whats best for your goals FREE Total Confdence Coverage 2-year Warranty protects your churchs investments Huge, hand-selected inventory of the right pieces of technology The LOWEST prices possible Help when you need it FREE SweetCare online support, available 24/7Volume 3 SWEETWATER WORSHIP SOUND PRO 2010 (800) 2224700 WWW.SWEETWATER.COMStabilize Technology Costs Update every 35 years with NEW equipment and keep the SAME PAYMENT. Trade in your equipment or add to your lease at any time with just a phone call.Plans That Protect the Church and the Pastor NO fnancial statement NO personal guarantee from the pastor NO collateralCreative Payment Options No payments during slow (summer) months $99 per month for the frst six months Additional fnance plans availableWhether youre a worship leader, a pastor, or a volunteer, call us TODAY to learn how a lease from Sweetwater can help you get the right pro audio gear, right now! Call the leasing pros today! (800) 2224700 www.sweetwater.com(800) 2224700www.sweetwater.com/wsp-leaseMixers to Microphones, Guitars to Keyboards Sweetwater Gives Your Church Unbeatable ValueRecord your services, take control of stage volume, rescue mixes from last-minute disaster well help you choose, use, and get the most out of your gear!LEASE Great Gear for Your House of WorshipMMMMiiiixxxxeeeeeerrrrrssss tttttooooo MMiiccrroopphoonneesss GGuuitaarrrsss tttoo Keyybbboooaards MMMiiixxxxxxeeeeerrrrrsssss ttttttoo MMMiiccrroopphoonneess GGuuitarsss tttoo KeybboooaaardsPaul BALOCHELEASE Great Gear for Your House of WorshipPhotos by Jon James and Troy Behrens001_148_final.indd 1 1/27/10 11:20:42 AMThis is a publication created by sweetwater. I am in no way affiliated with sweetwater. I love sweetwater, and that is why I have put this here for you. Please respect that I have not made thisand that this is the property of sweetwater.Visit sweetwater.com to experiance the amazingservice and professionalism that they provide.Id like to personally welcome you to Worship Sound Pro! Weve specifcally tailored this directory of audio and music technology for worship to meet the needs of todays churches and their worship leaders and music ministers. I hope you fnd it useful to your ministry.In Worship Sound Pro, youll fnd everything you need to communicate the Message to your congregation, from complete live sound systems to CD duplicators, from guitars to recording equipment, from electronic drums to keyboards. But rather than present you with dozens of choices for each category of equipment, weve done the hard work for you! Weve used our years of experience consulting on, designing, and installing audio and music gear into churches to narrow the focus down to what have proven to be the best choices for each category of gear. You cant go wrong, yet you still have the ability to select exactly the item that best fulflls your needs, goals, and budget.With the endless and overwhelming array of music and audio gear on the market, its easy to get caught up in what we call option anxiety having so many possible choices that its diffcult or impossible to make a decision! You want to make the best choice, and you want to be a good steward of your churchs resources, but how do you decide? Thats where Worship Sound Pro comes in. Its a different approach to a directory of equipment that has proven effective for countless churches and worship leaders/music ministers. (And, of course, if youre interested in something you dont see in these pages, just give us a call we probably carry it and have it in stock.)But this issue of Worship Sound Pro goes way beyond being just the best equipment directory for worship available anywhere. Its also a tremendous educational resource! Weve included articles on how to get the most out of the gear your church uses, how to ensure that your worship team can hear and perform at their best, how to manage problems when they arise, and much more. Youll defnitely want to save this issue for future reference!I hope you fnd Worship Sound Pro to be helpful. Please give us a call any time you need audio and music gear. Well be happy to serve you in any way we can.Musically yours,Chuck SurackA Dedicated,Knowledgeable Staff Your job is to spread the Word, not to spend time research-ing gear! Weve taken that trouble out of the equation. Our friendly Sales Engineers are here to help you fnd exactly what you need and since theyre also musicians and engineers themselves, you know youll be talking to someone who really understands the equipment.SweetCareHere for You 24/7The volunteers who run your sound may not always understand the technical ins and outs of your system. Our SweetCare online network provides FREE technical support that puts thousands of helpful articles right at your fngertips. Just visit sweetwater.com/sweetcare.Award-winningWebsite Our award-winning website is more than simply a great way to check out our huge inventory; Sweetwater.com gives you buying guides and tech tips for all kinds of gear, as well as our daily inSync e-newsletter and much more. Were just a mouse click away!sweetwater.comWelcome toId lik t ll l t W hip S d P ! W if ll t il d thi di t f di002-005_Front Wrapv10.indd 2 1/21/10 12:16:15 PM The Right Selectionof Equipment Churches have unique equipment needs, often requiring systems for services, rehearsals, podcasting, and more. Thats why weve hand-selected the products we carry, making sure we always have the latest, best equipment for your projects. When you buy gear from us, you can feel confdent youre making the right choice for your church. 2-year Total Confdence Coverage WarrantyEnjoy peace of mind knowing that your churchs purchases are automatically backed up by our FREE 2-year warranty. Well take care of all the parts and labor, and our in-house, factory-authorized service department will have your gear turned around as quickly as possible.The Best Shipping With services, choir rehearsals, youth nights, and more happening weekly, you need your gear when you need your gear! Rest assured, our huge, state-of-the-art warehouse is centrally located and full of great products. Our hard-working shipping staff sends out most orders the very same day! Plans That Protect the Church and the Pastor NO fnancial statement NO personal guarantee from the pastor NO collateralCreative Payment Options No payments during slow (summer) months $99 per month for the frst six months Additional fnance plans availableStabilize Your Budget Update every 35 years with NEW equipment and keep the SAME PAYMENT. Trade in your equipment or add to your lease at any time with just a phone call.(800) 222-4700LEASE Great Gear for Your House of WorshipFor moreinformation, go tosweetwater.com/wsp-lease.Look for these helpful icons throughout the new Worship Sound ProQuickly fnd our volunteer-friendly technology. ffnd nd oour ur vvol olun unte teer er-f fri rien endl dlyy te techSeamlessly use these products with your iPod. use tthhese proddu t cts witFind high-performance, budget-friendly gear. orrma manc nce, e, bbud udggeSee exciting releases and just-added gear.Check out our most popular worship gear. lar arr w wor or orr h sh h sh sh ship ip iiiip p iip igge eckk ou outt ou ourr mo most st ppop opuul la002-005_Front Wrapv10.indd 3 1/21/10 12:16:37 PM11BlueTake your vocal sound to a new level with the just-released Encore series.13AudixOvercome common problems with miking choirs by using the break-through MicroBoom system.17EarthworksEasily capture pianos, choirs, and drums by using these tailor-designed microphone solutions.19ShureLearn how to place microphones effectively, in this guide to Shure mics.21SennheiserChoose the wireless microphone system that best suits your house of worships performance needs.23Line 6Getting great wireless sound is easier and more affordable than ever.27Digidesign VENUEA reliable, recallable VENUE live sound system gives your church the same tools that todays top professionals use.33PreSonusThe volunteer-friendly StudioLive mixer is perfect for small churches, and its instantly ready to record services.41QSCKeep voices intelligible while making music stand out, with these K Series speakers from QSC.43FishmanGet full sound without flling up your room with sound reinforcement gear.47AviomCut down on stage volume and give each worship team member a personal mix of all the instruments.53dbxMake your sound system perform its very best, with the DriveRack PA+.75MarantzThese high-quality recording solutions ensure that you preserve the Message with full clarity and detail.81MicroboardsTurn your message into a great CD, with Microboards disc publishers.85Direct SoundThese headphones block out noise so that you can hear what youre mixing.89YamahaMichael W. Smith shares hit thoughts on his choice of Yamaha keyboards.93RolandLearn helpful practice and performance solutions for every member of the worship team.105 TaylorChoose the perfect Taylor guitar for your live worship environment.107 WechterGive your worship sound a special sparkle with a Nashville-tuned guitar.122 Auralex AcousticsDiscover custom acoustical treatments to meet any budget and suit any room and get a free analysis of your church.sweetwater.comManufacturer Spotlights Useful information to help you choose the right gear.Guides & SpotlightsNew Worship Sound Pro 101 GuidesGuides & SpotlightsNew Worship Sound Pro8Conquering Live SoundLearn about microphones and take a look at our exclusive, value-priced mic packages for churches.24Rescuing the MixRapidly get your volunteers up to speed on how to effectively use a mixer keep this guide handy!58Recording the MessagePreserve your worship sound by taking advantage of todays affordable, easy-to-use recording technology.65A Revolutionary Approach to Live Worship, with Ableton LiveDiscover how you can incorporate powerful software to round out your worship sound even if one or more musicians cant make Sundays service!78Duplicate Your Services!Get the basics on CD and DVD duplication, and learn more about our all-in-one CD printers.86Choosing the Right Digital Piano for Your TeamFind out how to choose the right keyboard for your churchs rehearsing and performance needs.102 Plug in for Great Acoustic Tone on the PlatformThis guide helps you make sure your acoustic guitar sound is as clean and beautiful as possible.116 Picking the Perfect Drum Kit for Your House of WorshipGet the story on electronic and acoustic drum options plus ways to control drum sound on the platform.120 The Basics of Managing Stage VolumeEvery performance space deals with volume issues. Learn how you can easily keep it under control!132 The Direct Path to Great SoundTo easily connect every instrument to your mixer, youll need to know about these handy tools!002-005_Front Wrapv10.indd 4 1/21/10 4:12:09 PMTABLE of Contents(800) 2224700Microphones ................................................................10Mixers ..........................................................................26 Speakers ......................................................................38Portable PA Systems ...................................................42Personal Stage Monitors .............................................45Earphones ....................................................................49Power Amps ................................................................50PA Processing .............................................................51EQ.................................................................................54Dynamics .....................................................................55Reverb & Multi-FX .......................................................56Handheld Digital Recorders ........................................60Handheld & Desktop Digital Recorders ......................61Self-contained Recorders & Workstations .................62Computer Recording ...................................................66Pro Tools Systems .......................................................70Computer Recording Interfaces .................................72Stereo Recorders & Players ........................................74Duplication ...................................................................79Studio Monitors ...........................................................82Headphones ................................................................84Keyboards & Workstations .........................................88Digital Pianos ...............................................................92Organs .........................................................................96Keyboards...................................................................97Keyboard Amps ...........................................................98Keyboard Stands & Accessories ................................99Notation Software ......................................................100Acoustic Guitars ........................................................104Acoustic Guitar Amps & Effects ...............................108Electric Guitars ..........................................................109Electric Guitar Amps .................................................111Electric Guitar Effects ...............................................112Bass Guitars ..............................................................113Bass Guitar Amps ......................................................114Guitar Stands & Accessories ....................................115Electronic Drums & Percussion ................................118Drums & Percussion ..................................................121Sound Absorption .....................................................123Sound Absorption Kits.............................................124Sound Isolation.........................................................125Video Editing Software.............................................126Video Hardware........................................................127Podcast Solutions .....................................................128MIDI Interfaces ..........................................................129Assisted Listening .....................................................130Patch Bays................................................................131Direct Boxes ..............................................................133Testing & Miscellaneous...........................................134Power........................................................................135Furniture....................................................................136Furniture & Racks.....................................................138Cable Adapters.........................................................139Cables & Snakes......................................................140Books & Videos........................................................142Sound ReinforcementPortable RecordingStudio & Multitrack RecordingStereo Recording & PlaybackCD & DVD DuplicationStudio Monitors & HeadphonesInstrumentsAcoustic TreatmentVideo & Web MediaAccessoriesApple iMac 27"/2.66GHz Quad Core with Digidesign Pro Tools 8Digidesign Eleven RackWechter Guitars Nashville Special Elite CutawayRoland RD-700SXSamsonAirline Micro Earset SystemDigidesign Eleven RackPreSonus StudioLive 24.4.2pg. 32pg. 67pg. 71pg. 106pg. 20pg. 92Roland TD-12KX-Spg. 118R l d 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What place do you think technology should have in worship from services to musical performances?PB: All technology needs to serve the goal of helping to create an environment that makes it easier for people to connect with God. Technology, when done well, can really enhance the experience. Its almost the same thing as songwriting; its a fne line where, when youre writing a worship song, you want the congregation singing the song to feel like its a natural, organic prayer that theyre singing to God. But if you cross the line where the song is just drawing all the attention to itself, then its not necessarily accomplishing the goal of helping people draw near to God.In the Gospels, Jesus says, The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. I was thinking about that in terms of technology. We want to engage our audience; we want them to participate and sing and not just observe. We want our congregations to participate and not get to a place where theyre just coming to church and watching the professionals onstage do their thing. So, when it comes to projecting lyrics and images or mixing the sound, technology has the potential to be a powerful help in creating this environment that visually and aurally helps people connect with God with their senses. Lighting can also help create an atmosphere that quietly helps people let their guard down, get beyond the hassles of life, and focus their hearts and minds on God.How has the progression of technology affected your performances?For years, I was a wedge guy [onstage wedge monitor speakers]. I think wedges can still function fne. But as a vocalist, when youre onstage and its loud and the crowd is singing, it really is reassuring to have a good in-ear monitoring system. It allows me to relax more, to not fght my way through a set because I cant hear and Im a little bit unsure about my pitch. It gives me security. That just helps me do a better job of trying to prayerfully lead people in a more effective time of worship.You haplace dservicePB: All tenvironTechnolthe sama worsha naturline whnecessaIn the Gthe Sabto engaobservewhere tonstageor mixiin creatconnectatmosphassles How haperformFor yearwedges its loudin-ear mthroughpitch. ItprayerfuPaul Baloche on how the right attitude,technology, and people maximize the messageIts All About the ExperiencePaul Baloche is one of the most acclaimed worship artists and songwriters of our time. A two-time Dove Award winner and multiple nominee, Paul has written songs such as Open the Eyes of My Heart and Above All, which have become favorites in churches worldwide. His recent song Just To Be With You from his new CD Glorious is quickly gaining popularity in churches and on Christian radio. Paul has served 20 years as the worship pastor at Community Fellowship in Lindale, Texas, and has a strong commitment to being involved in the local church.He pioneered video instruction for worship leaders and produced The Modern Worship Series, a set of practical DVDs to help worship leaders and teams become more skilled and confdent in leading others in worship. You can learn more about Paul Baloche and his ministry at www.leadworship.com.By Mark Hutchins006-007_Paul Bv2.indd 6 1/29/10 10:04:04 AMWhat technical challenges do you and other worship leaders face these days?A lot of worship teams arent aware of how important it is to get a good monitor mix going before they lead worship. Reminding singers and musicians to take a little time to make sure their monitors are properly dialed in can really affect the entire service. The singers need to be able to hear the hi-hat and the snare. The bass player needs to be able to hear the kick, the snare, and the hi-hat. The hi-hat is so important for that subdivision, and to lock everybody in. A lot of times, Ill go over to my singers monitor, and I realize he or she cant hear the drums. And Ill go, Man, you guys need drums! If youre using an in-ear monitor system, its important for worship leaders to make sure theres an audience mic somewhere, picking up the audience so you can dial some of that in to the in-ear monitor mix, because in-ears tend to really isolate what you can hear. On one hand its beautiful, since you can hear your own pitch quite well, but you lose the leading aspect or the sense of community if you cant hear the congregation singing or responding.Your primary instrument is the acoustic guitar. Has the acoustic guitar become the contemporary worship instrument?I would say that worship music has stylistically tended to follow some of the trends of our culture. And Im talking style here, not content. The acoustic guitar has always been a pretty strong factor in pop music, and I would say its always going to have a strong place in worship. But I also would say that electronic keyboards over the years have made it so easy for people to lead from a piano, without having to cart around a heavy, bulky instrument. The acoustic guitar will always have a prominent place in worship, but the electric guitar is catching up quickly. Its not uncommon to see folks lead with a Strat or a Tele these days.So many churches and worship teams have begun to incorporate loops and backing tracks into performances. Whats your take?My road band incorporates loops, or stems a drum loop, a keyboard pad. I fnd that loops dont necessarily inhibit your fexibility or spontaneity; you can do the song, and after the songs over you can always linger at the end or start another chorus. The key is discerning the moment. In worship, its really important for the worship leader or the team members to try to diagnose whats going to best serve this situation. And then, if you feel that loops and VJ and images and lights are going to serve it well, then by all means use them. But there may be some situations where less is more. The key to technology is to not become overly dependent on it. Let it serve you by giving you more choices in your tool kit.Any advice for newer worship leaders or leaders who want to continue to move their programs forward?I would say, go slow. Dont feel like you have to go out and buy all this stuff overnight. Add things incrementally. As you add, you need to learn how to use it. There are lots of good conferences available out there. Maybe theres a church in your area with a bigger budget and a really developed program. Make an appointment with that worship pastor. Say, Im from Church ABC down the road here, and its obvious that you guys have such great technology, and were trying to grow in that area. Can we come and sit in on one of your rehearsals and watch your tech do some things? You need to fnd somebody whos a few steps ahead of you and just humble yourself and ask if you can glean from them.Youve worked with Sweetwater for quite some time. Why the long relationship?I was thrilled with the opportunity to do this interview because I remember way back when Sweetwater just started and they had this teeny little catalog and one of the frst websites. Its been amazing to watch Sweetwater grow over the years. Ive bought a lot gear from them. Its quite a success story, and I think it has a lot to do with the attitude about serving about educating, equipping, and encouraging. The whole Sweetwater vibe, to me, is about serving. They just kind of get that to serve and to answer questions and theyre not just in it to make a quick buck. I think Sweetwater has earned the trust of the music community because they almost approach their business like ministry.Thanks so much for speaking with us, Paul. Any closing thoughts?From the sales people who sell the equipment to the tech guys who use the equipment to the worship leader and the worship team, we all have to ask ourselves, Are there things we can do to better serve the people God has called us to serve? Thats a fundamental value that runs through all our roles. I think everything seems to fall in line if we just make it our priority to serve as best we can.Paul Baloches latest album, Glorious, is available now.Paul Baloche on making your tech person an integral part of the worship groupFor years it used to be sort of the band and the worship team, and then there were sort of these tech people who were sort of their own thing. Somebody needs to initiate bringing everyone together, making it all one team. Either the tech people need to reach out to the worship leader and say, We want to be more connected to what you guys are doing, or, if Im talking to worship leaders, I put it on them: As a worship leader and a worship team, you need to initiate this connection with your tech people and make sure theyre involved spiritually and relationally that they get your heart and that they have an understanding of what you and your senior pastor are trying to accomplish. A tech person can make or break it, period. Lets face it: the worship leader can be on his knees praying all week, prepared spiritually, prepared musically by rehearsing the band. The pastor prayerfully studied for the sermon, and yet all that has to flter through the hands and the ears of that tech person. Pretty amazing when you think about it. Tech people really have to have a sense of how essential their role is in making sure that theyre plugged in and part of the vision of the entire team.Pauls signal chainI use a McPherson acoustic guitar with an L.R. Baggs pickup under the saddle. I use Elixir strings and an amazing Elixir cable. That goes into a BOSS TU-2 tuner, and then I come out of that into an L.R. Baggs Para Acoustic DI. Ive also used a Radial JDI. Coming out of the DI, I go into a mixing board. Electric guitar stuff: Ive used a Telecaster into a Tube Screamer into a Vox AC30 or a Fender Blues Junior amp for smaller gigs thats great for smaller rooms. As far as live vocal mics go, I love the SM58. Its amazing [to hear] all the great mics that have come out, and I am willing to use them here and there, but live, I tend to fall back on the 58 a lot of the time.On the studio side, I upgraded to Pro Tools 8. I use it more for demos at home. But when its time to cut serious tracks in the studio, its typically on the Pro Tools |HD system. I like the RODE NTK mic for vocals, and Ill run that through an Avalon preamp. We use Apogee converters.006-007_Paul Bv2.indd 7 1/29/10 9:48:44 AMWorship Sound Pro 101 GuidesConquering Live SoundA Guide to Mics and Live AcousticsBy Phil SelmanWeve all attended services where a sound-related issue spoiled the experience. The pastors voice had a metallic ring to it or just kept dropping out of the loudspeakers. Maybe the choir sounded muddy or the drums blotted out the rest of the worship team. Fortunately, there are many ways to deal with these common issues.Feedback can sound like anything from a high-pitched squeal to a deep and ominous tone that shakes the walls of your worship hall. Its disruptive to your services, unpleasant to your ears, and potentially destructive to your equipment. Feedback occurs when sound such as the pastors voice enters a microphone, is amplifed and projected through a loudspeaker, and then re-enters the microphone, where the process begins over again, only louder. The audio gets boosted over and over again, until it overloads the system. This phenomenon is most likely to occur with vocal microphones when speakers and vocalists position themselves in such a way that the sound coming from the monitors or main loudspeakers bleeds into the microphone. The simplest solution is to avoid stepping out in front of the loudspeakers or getting too close to the monitors. Live vocal microphones, such as the Shure SM58 (page 10), have a tight front pickup pattern and great side and back noise rejection. If you imagine the microphone as a fashlight, then its pickup pattern is its beam. So long as you avoid shining the microphones beam on any of the speakers or directly at the back wall, feedback shouldnt be a problem. Many pastors use lavalier microphones that pin onto their lapels or ties. These microphones pick up sound from an extremely wide angle, and since they are worn far from the speakers mouth, the sound engineer often has to boost their output signifcantly. These conditions high output and a wide pickup pattern are a recipe for feedback. You can avoid this by using a headworn earset microphone, such as the Countryman IsoMax E6; you can get the receiving end of the mic mere inches from the speakers mouth. If theres one thing that every live sound environment absolutely needs, its an automatic feedback suppressor. These small rackmountable devices listen to your mix and react to feedback with lightning fast refexes, cutting problem frequencies before you can even hear them. There are excellent units such as those in dbxs DriveRack series (page 52) that also automatically tune your whole PA system to the acoustics of your worship hall. When it comes to clearing up platform space and keeping setup simple, nothing beats going wireless. Our Sales Engineers receive intense and continuously updated training on all things wireless. Issues such as Call us today at (800) 2224700$42997To Learn More, Go to Page 16.RDE NT5An ideal mic for capturing choir ensembles!$59997To Learn More, Go to Page 20.Sennheiser EW 135 G3Feedback-resisting channel of wireless vocal freedom! $38997To Learn More, Go to Page 14.Countryman IsoMax E6Brings the mic to your mouth for staggering, low-feedback results!008-009_Mics.indd 8 1/27/10 8:46:57 AMfrequency compatibility and the logistics of dealing with power and antenna distribution often lie at the roots of wireless problems. See the sidebar to the right for real examples of different packages our Sales Engineers put together to address a larger house of worships wireless needs.Complete Wireless Worship PackageThis package has everything you need for a full worship team (vocal mics for the lead and backup singers; systems for an acoustic guitar, an electric guitar, and a bass; plus a system for the pastor). To address issues such as disruptive wireless drop out, this system contains everything you need to spread out the antennas suffciently, including the splitter, the cables, and the mounting hardware. Other considerations, such as the Line 6 wireless guitar systems compatibility with the Sennheiser Evolution Wireless systems frequency range, demonstrate the individualized attention to detail you can expect from your Sales Engineer.Complete Choir Mic PackageAnother consideration is how to properly reinforce the sound of a complete choir. Our approach to this is similar to the way we address wireless systems, in that we take your complete needs into account. When you mic a choir section, it is often best to use evenly spaced microphones and treat the ensemble as a single instrument.Take a look at the Complete Choir Mic Package in the sidebar (right). This setup uses three large boom-equipped microphone stands to position the mics over the entire choir. In a confguration like this, each microphone captures an equal section of the whole choir, with little overlap. This allows you to adjust each microphones level to create a balanced and clearly audible mix. By treating the choir as a single complex instrument, you are better able to express its ensemble quality and accent its strongest characteristics.Total Acoustic Drum Control PackageFew houses of worship possess the acoustics to fatter the unregulated sound of a full drum kit, so the frst thing to do is to rein in its volume. Clearsonic shields help control the level of the kit without visually isolating your drummer. Once youve controlled its overall volume, you use microphones to bring out each element of the kit. This example package is complete, right down to the included stands and cables. One of the most convenient aspects of a package like this is that each of the microphones on the snare and the toms clips right on its respective drums shell, eliminating the need for numerous stands. In fact, you need only two stands: one for the kick drum, and one for the RDE NT4 overhead mic, which has a stereo pair of capsules built right in for maximum convenience.Working with your Sweetwater Sales Engineer can help you solve major acoustic issues with simple solutions. Whether its picking the right mics for the right jobs, going wireless, or reining in feedback, every house of worship is different. Just remember, you can always talk to your highly trained Sweetwater Sales Engineer for personalized assistance with any of your audio needs.s Engineer ssues with ng the rig ght ht es ess, s, oor re eining pp is is ddif iffe f re ent n . kk t too yo your ur hhig ighlyyfo forr pe pers son o alized needs. s$65997To Learn More, Go to Page 15.Audix DP5-AThis 5-piece drum mic kit comes with mounting hardware and a case!Real WorshipSound SolutionsThe packages below are examples of only a few complete solutions to real worship sound needs. When we put together a system, we begin with your specifc goals and fnd the right gear to help you achieve them.Under $2000!>> Total Acoustic Drum Control PackageQtyItemIDDescription 1DP5A5-mic drum mic package1NT4 Stereo condenser mic1MicStdBoomHeavy-duty boom mic stand1MicStdShortBmKick drum/amp stand w/boom7 XLR3030' XLRF XLRM cable1CSPA56Acrylic drum shield 5.5', 6-sectUnder $900!>> Complete Choir Mic PackageQtyItemIDDescription 1NT5Matched pair condenser mics1NT5SingCondenser mic (Single)3MicStdBoomHeavy-duty boom mic stand3XLR5050' XLRF XLRM cableUnder $6,000!>> Complete Wireless Worship PackageQtyItemIDDescription 1EW112G3-ABodypack wireless w/ME21EW135G3-AHandheld wireless w/8354EW115G3-A Handheld wireless w/e8152EW172G3-AInstrument wireless system1XDSPlus24-bit UHF guitar system1E6OW5TSDEarSet Miniature Mic for Senn4GA3Evolution Wireless rack kit1GA3Evolution Wireless rack kit2A1031UWideband antenna2BB11' RG58 coaxial cable w/BNC2ASA1NTAntenna splitter kit w/PS1MT8XFXM1010', 8-ch XLRF XLRM snake2TMO8BFlange mount2BNC11010' Series 59 BNC BNC cableWorry-freeWIRELESSWe wanted you to know that all of the wireless systems you see here and all of the wireless systems available at Sweetwater are 100% compliant with the Federal Communication Commissions new rules governing wireless systems. You can be confdent that these systems will work safely and within the permitted frequency/power ranges, just as they are. However, please be aware that by choosing to use systems that operate in the 700MHz range or by modifying a new wireless system you receive from us, you may cause your system to operate outside of the FCCs new guidelines. If thats the case, you may need a license to operate the unit. To fnd out more, visit the FCCs wireless microphone website at www.fcc.gov/cgb/wirelessmicrophones or give them a call at 1-888-CALL-FCC.008-009_Mics.indd 9 1/27/10 8:47:43 AMHandheld Vocal MicrophonesMICROPHONES OPTIMIZED FOR THE VOICEWhat sets a vocal mic apart from an instrument mic? Vocal microphones are designed with a frequency response (a preset EQ curve thats built into the mic) thats tailored to maximize the sound of the human voice. The EQ curve keeps boominess at bay and accentuates the presence that lets the voice punch through. Most vocal mics are either cardioid or hypercardioid, meaning they have a pickup pattern that helps reject bleed from other sound sources. Another trademark feature of these pickup patterns is the low-frequency boost you get when you place the mic close to the sound source (proximity effect). This feature can beef up the sound of a thin-voiced singer.enCORE 100enCORE 300D5HH Dynamic Mic .....................List $16000$9997enCORE200HH Dynamic Mic, Active ..........................ONLY $10/mo.$14999E835HH Dynamic Mic .....................List $15000$9997SM58HH Dynamic Mic .....................List $12400$9997Beta58aHH Dynamic Mic .....................List $19900ONLY $10/mo.$15997enCORE300HH Condenser Mic...................................$19999enCORE100HH Dynamic Mic .....................................$9999E835PackHH Dynamic Mic 3-pk ..............List $35200 $22999SM58SHH Dynamic Mic w/ Switch .....List $13000 $10497Call us today at (800) 222-4700 SoundReinforcement 10 MicrophonesFind mics for any application at www.sweetwater.com/wsp-mics.SM58A Proven Vocal Microphone Thats Made to Last A churchs microphones often have to endure a lot of wear and tear. Yet, its still critical that they work fawlessly every time. Shures SM58 has been used in houses of worship for decades, thanks to its proven design, great sound, and reliability. The SM58 works great on any instrument on the platform, but it excels at capturing vocals plus, its designed to minimize handling noise when singers or speakers hold it. The SM58 is also available with an on/off switch.Beta 58AA Classic Mic Made Even BetterShure has a sterling reputation for building quality microphones that can handle years of use. When you equip your churchs platform for sound, you need that kind of reliability. The Beta 58A makes an ideal workhorse mic for just about any vocal application, from speakers to singers to choirs. Based on the legendary SM58 (below), this one features an even tighter pickup pattern that helps keep your stage sound from getting muddy. The pickup pattern also makes it great at rejecting outside noises. Call your Sales Engineer today and fnd out what this great mic can do for you!e835Share Your Message, with the Convenience of Handheld Mobility!Dont struggle to communicate with your gathering! Use the e835 handheld mic to make your message heard as clearly as possible, with a minimum of fuss. This mic is tough enough for long-term use, and its built to handle high sound pressure levels from vocalists and instruments. Youll love the price as well; in fact, you can equip your platform with a specially priced e835 3-Pack, for an even greater value! Give us a call and fnd out more about this price/performance winner today!h for han ndl dl dl dl dl dl dl dl ddl ddl l ddl ddl leeeeeeeeeee m vo vocallists e with h forenCORE 200Bring Famous Studio Sound to Live Services!These mics come from a fne tradition! Blue Microphones has been crafting some of the most versatile and fattering studio microphones for a number of years. And here with the enCORE series, theyve turned their attention to creating a mic that lets you enjoy that studio sound quality during your performances as well. If your church is looking for a natural-sounding handheld vocal microphone from a company with a stand-out reputation, these are your pick. We have three versions available at different prices to ft in your budget. There are the enCORE 200, with a very detailed response; the enCORE 300, which is the top-of-the-line variety; and the very affordable enCORE 100. Call your Sales Engineer to learn more.D 5This Popular Mic Helps You Keep Feedback from Ruining ServicesWhen youre giving vocal microphones to your worship team, you want to make sure the mics sound great. More than that, you want them to do their job without causing problems with the rest of your system. Thats why the AKG D 5 is a great choice. It features a focused pickup pattern, so it picks up just the singers or speakers voice and not the other instruments on the platform. Whats more, the contoured design helps the mic ft comfortably into a performers hand, so it wont slip out!010_022.indd 10 1/20/10 1:37:12 PM2009BlueMicrophones.Allrightsreserved.enCCPE!00,enCCPE200andBlueLogoCvalaretrademarksor registered trademarks oI Blue Microphones. 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