Guides & Advice on Commercial Audio & Lighting
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Explore our commercial audio and lighting guides covering system design, equipment selection, and installation best practices. Whether you’re specifying sound and lighting for a restaurant, retail space, venue or office, our expert advice helps you choose the right products, avoid common mistakes, and deliver reliable, high-quality results.
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by Olly Middleton What are Different Types of Stage Lighting?
Different stage lights are designed for different jobs. This guide explains the main types of LED stage lighting, what each fixture is used for and...
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by Olly Middleton Black Box Drama Studio Lighting: What is it and How to Choose the Right Setup
A black box theatre or drama studio gives schools, colleges and performance venues a flexible space for acting, rehearsals and productions. This guide explains what...
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by Olly Middleton School AV Solutions: Audio and Lighting Systems for Education
School AV systems need to be clear, reliable and simple for staff to use. This guide explains the key audio and lighting solutions used in...
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by Olly Middleton School Stage Lighting Guide: A Practical Guide for Education & Performance Spaces
School stage lighting can transform assemblies, drama productions, concerts and events. This guide explains how to choose the right lighting for school halls, drama studios...
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by Olly Middleton Best Lighting for Bars, Venues & Events
The right lighting can completely change the feel of a bar, venue or event space. This guide explains how to choose suitable wash lights, moving...
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by Olly Middleton How to Set Up DMX Lighting
DMX lighting allows multiple stage lights, moving heads and effects to be controlled from one system. This guide explains how DMX works, how to connect...
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by Olly Middleton What Speaker Cable Do I Need?
Choosing the right speaker cable depends on the system type, cable distance and power requirements. This guide explains what cable size to use for low...
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by Olly Middleton What Size Speakers Do I Need for My Venue?
Choosing the right speaker size depends on your venue, room layout and how the system will be used. This guide explains speaker sizing for restaurants,...
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by Olly Middleton Passive vs Active Speakers: What’s the Difference?
Passive and active speakers both have their place in professional audio. This guide explains how they work, what equipment they need and which option is...
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by Olly Middleton Speaker Power Ratings Explained | RMS, Program & Peak Power
Speaker power ratings can be confusing, especially when RMS, program and peak figures are listed together. This guide explains what each rating means, which figure...
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by Olly Middleton 100V Line vs Low Impedance Audio: What’s the Difference?
100V line and low impedance audio systems are used for different types of sound installation. This guide explains how they work, where they are best...
100V Line vs Low Impedance Audio: What’s the Difference?
