Resource Stage

05/12/2026

Ever run into feedback, distortion, or a mic that just doesn’t sound right… even though everything looks fine?

A lot of the time, it comes down to gain.

It’s one of the most important parts of getting clean, consistent audio, and one of the easiest settings to overlook.

We put together a quick guide covering:
• where to start
• what to listen for
• and a few common mistakes to avoid

Read the blog here:
https://www.resourcestage.ca/setting-up-mic-gain-properly

What’s one audio issue your team runs into the most often?

Resource Stage aims to provide the live theatre and church community with education, training and support. Resource Stage is a service of Horizon Solutions.

05/12/2026

The order you power your audio system on and off actually matters. Turning amps or powered speakers on too early can send loud pops through your system that may damage your gear.

A proper power sequence keeps your system safer and your startup smoother.

Want extra protection? Ask us about power sequencers for your setup.

05/07/2026

Hypercardioid microphones do not actually have a longer reach. What they do have is a tighter pickup pattern, which can help you get more gain before feedback when used correctly.

Understanding pickup patterns can make a big difference in clarity and control on stage.

Not sure which mic fits your setup? Horizon can help you find the right one.

04/30/2026

Not all BNC cables are the same. Antenna BNC cables and SDI BNC cables are built for different signals, and using the wrong one can lead to signal loss, poor performance, or unreliable results.

Choosing the right cable helps your system run the way it should from the start.

Not sure which one you need? Horizon can help you get it right.

Follow for more practical tips on Audio, Lighting, and Video.

04/28/2026

Adapters can help in a pinch, but every extra connection adds a point of failure.

For reliable performance, run the right cable from source to destination. Fewer connections, fewer problems.

Follow for more practical Pro Tips on Audio, Lighting, and Video.

04/24/2026

Study Hall: Microphone testing....one, two, three.
Want to feel confident running your school’s sound system?
Join our online Resource Stage: Study Hall course and learn the essentials—microphones, mixers, speakers, cables and simple troubleshooting. Perfect for PA days… and yes, you can even sneak in a little marking while you learn.

04/24/2026

Study Hall: Who turned on the lights?
Do you have a few stage lights hanging in your auditorium, but don’t know how to use them?
Join us for an online Resource Stage: Study Hall course on using your school’s stage lighting system—no prior tech expertise needed. Learn the basics of different fixtures, how to light the stage, simple effects, and how to control it all. And if you need to get a bit of marking done while in the course? We don’t mind — see you online!

04/24/2026

Study Hall is happening today.

Join us online at 12:30 p.m. for a focused session on lighting and sound—a chance to ask questions, troubleshoot challenges, and get practical guidance you can use right away.

Whether you’re preparing for a rehearsal, concert, or production, this is a relaxed space to work through what you’re dealing with.

Free to attend

Register at:
www.resourcestage.ca/study-hall

04/23/2026

Labeling your XLR cables at the male end, means the labels aren't shown when the cable is plugged into a mic.

Need help dialing in the details? Talk to Horizon.

04/22/2026

Got questions about your sound system? Not sure how to get better results from your lighting setup?

Resource Stage Study Hall is back this week.

These sessions are a relaxed, open space to learn, ask questions, and work through real-world challenges in audio, lighting, and video. No formal presentation — just practical conversations and hands-on guidance.

Whether you're running school assemblies, theatre productions, or events, Study Hall is designed to help you feel more confident using the gear you already have.

Happening this Friday, April 24th.
Join us in person or online

Learn more and register:
www.resourcestage.ca/study-hall