Choosing the right solutionWith so many variables to consider, it is helpful to consider expert advice on an investment such as a sound or visual system. Many churches rely on friends within the community to do this, and those people can often provide massive value to the running of technology. They can also have problems the can't solve; frequently, at the worst possible time. The right expertise can help fix this, or better, prevent it.
Mark's background within the church started at a very young age. Having been a performing musician from the age of nine, and musical director within the church from the age of 18, mark has grown accustomed to the needs of both traditional and contemporary Houses of Worship, and the technologies that enable worship to be communicated with the congregation. We enjoy the opportunity to not only solve problems, but also to create the right solution |
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"Mark has delivered an ideal system to us, and his communication from concept to completion has been fantastic. His support since has been of great value to our community" - Sam, Elim Church, Stoke
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Comprehensive analysis and designWith an array of highly skilled partnerships, I pride myself in doing thorough research into any potential project. Buying a sound system isn't a purchase, it's a long term investment funded by the church community.
For complex acoustics, determining the primary purpose of the system is vital. Will the system focus on delivering speech, with a more traditional form of worship, or is a more contemporary style preferred? Either way, the combination of speaker type, function and acoustic must be fully understood to make an informed decision. SPL mapping (as pictured) gives us a good indication in the design phase of how the speakers will cover the congregation, and at what frequencies. For larger, more complex systems, full 3D acoustic rendering may be required to fully understand how effective a potential design will be. |
Integrating visual technologiesOlder projectors were previously the best way to get a big image, but had life limitations. Now large screen TV's are available, but there is a large price range. There are also laser video projectors. How do you determine which product is best for the Job?
Some solutions require lots of thought and research. Not only for how it looks, but also for how it is controlled and how the signal is distributed. Lifestyle Audio Visual has a vast background in how these technologies should be selected, but most importantly, how to keep them easy to used.
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"In these uncertain times of COVID-19, we knew that we needed to discover ways of continuing our mission. Lifestyle Audio Visual have supported this adaption by listening and offering technical “ know how”. They provide an excellent support and are budget friendly" Father Mark Chamberlain - Church of the Holy Name, Dunedin
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Blending technology and aestheticsMany churches and cathedrals have vast numbers of tourists who come to see the beauty of the building. Many come for the calm and reflection. These purpose-built buildings, and their physical presence are intended to represent the Glory of God, and of the Church.
Internal fixtures like lighting, speakers, heating and cabling can often become obtrusive, and go against the grain of what the architects would have conceived. I have spent the better part of 30 years working within these buildings, generating a fondness for the architecture, and a desire to maintain their integrity as much as possible. There are many companies who have developed specific technologies to make this work, and I have focused on finding these for many clients over many years. |
"Several “experts” have tried over the last five years to satisfactorily overcome the numerous problems that the system has suffered. We are all most impressed that your three-day’s work achieved exactly the results that we required" - Cecil Hood - Nelson Cathedral Treasurer
Considering a Digital Church organ?
Don't forget to look at this page. These instruments can be found all over the country.
These are instruments that Lifestyle AV assists in representing :
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