Sennheiser EW-D and EW-DX Series Comparison

This article was written to complement the resources published by Sennheiser, since the decision to buy Sennheiser EW-D, or the more expensive EW-DX, or both, can be a bit complicated. Many people will be considering the switch from the long-standing EW analogue systems, probably EW G3 or EW G4. See also: the Sennheiser web page, … Read more

Festoon Lighting for Parties

Festoon lighting gives a carnival feel to your garden party, your wedding reception marquee or a festival. Watch the video below to see the look (shot after this party in Exeter, for privacy reasons!). Blue-green uplighting was used on the trees to complete the effect: Here’s one chain of lighting, with 100 bulbs: Contact me … Read more

PA systems for Socially-Distanced Events in Devon

When events are run with people more spread out (socially-distanced) than normal, and with other COVID-19 precautions, you might need a PA system to help. Spacing Out As a speaker or presenter, you might need to be heard over a larger area than before. For the same number of people, you may need bigger room … Read more

What Difference Does a Sound Engineer Make?

What does a sound engineer do for a band anyway? Allen & Heath – Cornwall-based makers of fine sound desks – ran a challenge for some live sound engineers. They provided an input list (nothing else) and told the engineers to prep their desks. Then, a matching multi-track recording of a life performance was provided. … Read more