SVC Podcast Show 42, Part 1:
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In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles talks with Russell Waite, president of Stagetec USA. Rusty discusses the Nexus network and how it was used at the broadcasts of the NBA Finals in Miami and Dallas. He provides details on the system’s TrueMatch digital microphone preamps and the types of signals that can be transported on the network. Rusty also comments on the technical broadcast friendliness of the American Airlines Arena in Dallas and offers an insight into what it’s like being in the center of the high-pressure, multi-feed environment at the event.
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SVC Podcast Show 41, Part 1:
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In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles talks with technician Steve Foster at The Studio at Hamilton Place, Ontario. Steve outlines the changes that the 500-seat venue’s sound system have undergone in recent years to handle the widely varying range of performances held there. The upgrades have included the addition of L-Acoustics line arrays, Sennheiser microphones and Innovason sound mixing consoles at FOH and stage monitoring positions.
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SVC Podcast Show 40, Part 2:
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In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles completes his chat with Anthony Jones regarding audio operations on the hit Broadway show “Wicked.” Anthony discusses signal processing, load-in with sometimes less than ideal space conditions and how the frequency coordination is done for the show on tour. He also mentions the features of Sennheiser’s Wireless Systems Manager that have proven useful for large RF mic deployments.
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SVC Podcast Show 39, Part 2:
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In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles talks with Curtis Kasefang of Theatre Consultants Collaborative in Chapel Hill, N.C. He discusses the lighting design and installation for the long-running PBS hit show Austin City Limits and provides details on how the show is produced and recorded in its new venue, Austin’s Moody Theater. Curtis also outlines the Moody Theater’s widely varying seating configurations.
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SVC Podcast Show 40, Part 1:
To hear the podcast press the play button or download here. Or read the transcript.
Listen to Part 2 here.
In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles talks with Anthony Jones with audio operations on the hit Broadway show “Wicked.” Anthony discusses how, under the audio leadership of Michael Carrico, the current tour uses more than 40 Sennheiser wireless microphone systems and he outlines the setup and technical check-out for sound on the show. Also explored are the creative techniques for hiding microphones and transmitters within a variety of costumes worn by actors who sing and dance on the show.
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SVC Podcast Show 39, Part 1:
To hear the podcast press the play button or download here. Or read the transcript.
Listen to Part 2 here.
In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles talks with Curtis Kasefang of Theatre Consultants Collaborative in Chapel Hill, N. C. He discusses the lighting design and installation for the long-running PBS hit show Austin City Limits and provides details on how the show is produced and recorded in its new venue, Austin’s Moody Theater. Curtis also outlines the Moody Theater’s widely varying seating configurations.
Links of interest:
SVC Podcast Show 38, Part 2:
To hear the podcast press the play button or download here. Or read the transcript.
Listen to Part 1 here.
In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles wraps up his chat with Midori Connolly of Pulse Events and Staging in San Diego, Calif. Midori discusses the challenges of IMAG on event staging, getting the right crew people for specific jobs, and she outlines the importance of managing people effectively. Also revealed are her award-winning efforts in getting more women into the AV staging business and helping them advance in the field.
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SVC Podcast Show 37, Part 2:
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Listen to Part 1 here.
In this edition, SVC contributing editor Bennett Liles wraps up his talk with Chris Hagstrom, director of video services for the Southern Illinois University Athletics Department. Useful links:
SVC Podcast Show 38, Part 1:
To hear the podcast press the play button or download here. Or read the transcript.
Listen to Part 2 here.
In this edition of the SVC Podcast, SVC Contributing Editor Bennett Liles talks with Midori Connolly of Pulse Events and Staging in San Diego, Calif. Topics include the challenges of successful event staging, developing and using a nationwide network of first-rate freelance technical talent, sustainable practices, and working new technology and social media into the more traditional event formats for corporate and educational clients.
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SVC Podcast Show 37, Part 1:
To hear the podcast press the play button or download here. Or read the transcript.
Listen to Part 2 here.
In this edition, SVC contributing editor Bennett Liles talks with Chris Hagstrom, director of video services for the Southern Illinois University Athletics Department regarding the recent big upgrade of the university’s football stadium and basketball arena. Chris details his department’s selection of the Copperhead video transmission system from Telecast Fiber and discusses the production of video for sports events. Useful links:
