Gear Clinics
DJS Pro Audio & Lighting will be bringing you hands-on demos and gear clinics all weekend long from top manufacturers… All clinics are included in the ten dollar admission!
Have you ever wondered... How you could utilize LED lighting to add that extra wow factor to your performance … What wireless mics or in-ear monitoring systems you really need … What studio equipment is really right for you?
Representatives from these top companies will be available throughout the weekend to walk you through these exact questions and make sure you are making the most informed decision. Better yet … you can walk away with the product purchased and in your hands!
Presenters & Topics
American Group Sound & Lighting (Gear Clinic Room 1)
DMX Lighting Programming:
"Taking your lighting presentation to the next level via DMX using hardware controllers." Charles Green will show you the ins and outs of DMX lighting boards and how to program them to enhance your next show.
Friday at 6:00 PM, Saturday at 2:00 PM
Lighting Software
"Taking your lighting presentation to the next level via DMX using computer software" Charles Green will show you some of the newest software available to make programming your light show a breeze.
Saturday at 6:00 PM, Sunday at 2:00 PM
Dynacord & ElectroVoice (Gear Clinic Room 2)
Live Sound Technologies (Dynacord & Electro Voice):
This clinic brings everything together….Electronics, Microphones, Wireless and Speakers. Discussion will be based around how to integrate all these elements together to optimize your live sound. This session will be mostly based upon Q & A, so come prepared with your sound questions for the experts.
Friday at 5:00 PM,. Saturday at 1:00 PM
Microphones and Wireless (Electro Voice):
Choosing the right microphone is a detail that is more important than some realize. This session is dedicated to aiding you in choosing the right mic for the job. Topics to be covered include: dynamic and condenser technologies, different polar patterns, and magnetic materials. As with all sessions provided by Bosch Communications, an extensive Q & A session will follow.
Friday at 7:00 PM
Electronics in Sound Systems (Dynacord & Electro Voice):
This session will cover all things electronics! Representatives from EV and Dynacord will cover the basics in electronics and then answer any specific questions you may have. Discussion to include: Mixing Consoles, Analog vs. Digital: What is the best tool for the job? Powered mixers and non-powered mixers: Which one is right for you? Power Amps: Technology types and class differences will be covered. Signal processing: EQ’s, compressors, limiters, all-in-one speaker processors and more will be touched upon to ensure you are using what you really need.
Saturday at 3:00 PM, Sunday at 5:00 PM
Speaker Technologies (Dynacord & Electro Voice):
This session is all about speakers and is appropriate for beginners and advanced users alike. Discussion to include: Line Array: When is it the best choice?, Speaker choices: How to choose the right speaker for your application, Tips from the experts: Interpreting speaker spec sheets; driver technologies and materials; understanding coverage patterns; the truth about power handling and sensitivity.
Saturday at 7:00 PM
Wireless Microphone Technologies (Electro Voice):
Will my wireless work after Feb 17th, 2009? Will it work today? This session is dedicated to dispelling some rumors that have become common. Handheld, lavaliere and head worn technologies will be discussed, as well as, diversity schemes and its many flavors. As with all sessions provided by Bosch Communications, an extensive Q & A session will follow.
Sunday at 3:00 PM
M-Audio (Gear Clinic Room 1)
Recording with Pro Tools Mobile Studio:
Mobile recording has never been easier, Chris Zaharias from M-Audio will demonstrate some of the new ways that Pro-Tools lets you get creative, wherever you are. Learn how new 7.4 features like Elastic Time let you Stretch your Sound. Listen to the Virtual Instruments from Digidesign's A.I.R Group, including Transfuser. Check out Eleven, our new guitar amplification modeling plug-in and learn about M-Audio’s new Audio Interface the ProFire 2626.
Saturday at 4:00 PM, Sunday at 4:00 PM
Shure (Gear Clinic Room 2)
Selection & Operation of Wireless Microphone Systems:
This workshop will cover the basic principles of radio frequencies and wireless microphone systems. Learn how to select the right system for your needs and how to make wireless work for your application. Discussion will include product line overviews and differences, frequency coordination, antenna placement and troubleshooting techniques.
Saturday at 1:00 PM
Selection & Operation of In Ear Monitors:
High stage volumes are a serious problem and in-ear monitors are a solution. Learn how these tools can offer solutions for loud stage levels, feedback and consistent mixes, while improving the performance experience for the band and the audience. This course will cover wired and wireless applications, as well as earphones and hearing conservation.
Saturday at 5:00 PM
