Parametric EQ – What is a parametric equalizer?
Posted by Ryan on Aug 8, 2010 in Blog | 0 comments 1. What is a parametric equalizer? What is it’s purpose?read more
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Deafening Silence
Posted by Ryan on Aug 6, 2010 in Blog | 0 comments Something interesting I found on Groupon today. www.groupon.com Deafening Silence: A recently developed low-frequency sonic-pulse weapon has made it possible to temporarily deafen enemy troops from a distance so that they can’t hear you loudly discussing your secret military strategies and firing your guns at clouds for practice. So next time it’s silent….it might not be…loread more
Headset Mic Tip
Posted by Ryan on Aug 5, 2010 in Blog | 0 comments When you are working with someone’s headset mic and it must be used for someone else it is a good idea to take a picture of it next to a known reference. Even if you don’t have a ruler then then a book, card or in this case a tithes envelope. It can be just about anything you just want that is a flat object with something on it that you can use as reference points to help you get it bent...read more
Measurements in an AV Install – Measure once, Cut Twice?
Posted by Ryan on Jul 25, 2010 in Blog | 0 comments Measure once… Cut twice, right?? I love doing carpentry products. The smell of sawdust plus the sound of power tools and nail guns blazing. When you are finally done there is nothing better than a nice finished project that is solid and looks good. But out of all the lessons I have learned when doing carpentry projects, the one that has helped me the most (aside from keeping your...read more
Equipment Review: DBX DriveRack 260
Posted by Ryan on Jul 11, 2010 in Blog | 0 comments http://www.dbxpro.com/260/index.php The DriveRack 260 is a staple of the audio industry. This is a well designed product that sounds great and complements any sound system. Installations Needs Met by a Driverack 260 – Main outputs PA processing - Speaker protection - Lockout settings from unauthorized users (Or soundmen with a lead foot on the volume) - Easy setup This unit also has the...read more
How to Start an AV System Installation (AKA Lessons from the A-Team)
Posted by Ryan on Jul 10, 2010 in Blog | 0 comments I love it when a plan comes together! You ever have one of those plans that you want to be like Hannibal on the A-Team with the members only jacket and a cigar and say “I love it when a plan comes together.” Even though this is a TV show from the 80’s and now a fun movie there is still some truth to be gleaned from this team of mercenaries. Hannibal never said “well, I’m glad that...read more
