A discussion about direct boxes might seem like a terribly simple concept for some. But to be honest, this topic confused me for at least one or two seasons as a new live sound tech. In order to address the reason why we should do something or use some tool... read more
Well it seems that I have been away forever but am glad to be back on the twelve:thirty blog to share some thoughts with you. In dealing with some heart issues, it is good to “be back in the saddle again” as it were, as we find ourselves as a... read more
The creative process can feel like capturing lightning in a bottle. Below are some steps to ensure you release the creative talent on your team and leverage your brainstorming meetings to the max. Communicate The Scope Beforehand A lot of creatives are quick on their feet and love to spitball... read more
The movie BEN-HUR opens in theaters nationwide today. Ben-Hur is a major Paramount Pictures/MGM motion picture and comes from the producing team of Mark Burnett (Survivor, Shark Tank, The Bible Mini-Series). Bursting with action—including a new chariot race for the ages—and elevated by Christian themes of justice, liberty and radical forgiveness, it... read more
I grew up in a smaller Baptist church and have attended churches where there was only one media guy. This was the guy that usually operated the audio console and recorded the sermons on audio-cassette to mail to shut-ins in our church. This guy was a one-man band, was... read more
You’re playing Pictionary, and the clue to draw is “The Beach.” You sketch a sandcastle, an umbrella, and luckily someone shouts out “beach!” before you even attempt to doodle a jetty. It’s pretty easy to come up with a list of things at the beach. In fact, you can find... read more
It’s easy for church services to get into a rut with Sunday coming every 7 days. Over 52 weeks a year and creative teams can start to rely on past successes instead of crafting dynamic new ones. Whether your services are timed to the minute or open ended, below are... read more
One of the most important things you can do to ensure the success of a service is a pre-service run-through. In our current age of technology and the multitude of uses it has in our worship services, combined with the complexity of multiple people being utilized in the services, it... read more