Quick takeaways from this interview

• High-quality audio significantly impacts church broadcast engagement and growth.
• Tools like Dante enhance audio delivery through flexibility and quality

What’s your background, and how does it relate to professional audio services?

I’m Ben, and I’ve always been passionate about audio and video. My business, Bird Productions, offers studio mixing, front of house, and church consulting. A significant part of my expertise lies in ensuring high-quality audio experiences, even through broadcast audio mixing. So far, my experience in church settings has given me a unique perspective on delivering clear and engaging audio for diverse audiences. Really, I love helping churches achieve their vision through quality sound.

What inspired you to focus on audio services and related support?

A mentor of mine, who also runs a similar business, really inspired me to start this. Over the past two years, I’ve been exploring how I could apply my skills to help others. I realized that many smaller churches and venues struggle with achieving optimal audio. Everyone wants to reach a wider audience but lack the expertise or resources. So, I saw a real need for someone to provide professional audio services, and I knew I could help.

Can you share an interesting project where audio quality was a key focus?

Absolutely. One of the most rewarding projects was redesigning the audio system at my church. We reset everything, tuned the room, and optimized our mix. It was a challenging but fulfilling process. Seeing our online viewership grow from 350 to 500 weekly was proof that quality audio makes a significant difference. People engaged more because they weren’t distracted by poor sound.

What technology do you find most valuable in professional audio setups?

I’m a big fan of Dante. It’s incredibly flexible, allowing us to send audio over a network efficiently. This is crucial for live events and broadcast setups. Dante simplifies routing and provides a clean, reliable signal, which is essential for high-quality audio delivery.

What improvements would you like to see in audio technology?

I’d love to see better integration of iPad monitoring for live audio adjustments. While iPads are great for on-the-fly adjustments, their built-in microphones aren’t ideal for accurate level readings. I’d like to see a solution that allows us to connect an RTA (real-time analyzer) mic to an iPad, providing precise real-time monitoring.

How can you help those in need of professional audio services, including broadcast audio mixing?

If you’re a church, band, or venue looking to improve your audio, including broadcast audio mixing, please reach out! Bird Productions offers professional services to help you achieve your goals. Whether you need help with system setup, tuning, or ongoing mixing, I’m here to provide quality audio solutions.