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**The Learn Stage Lighting Podcast**

We’re here to help you create extraordinary lighting for your event. In the podcast, we bring you tips, tricks, ideas, and explain how to make great lighting in a variety of contexts.

Latest Episodes:

When Is It Time to Switch to a New Console (And How) Aug 25, 2021

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Switching to a new lighting console is never fun. Here are some tips I have to make it easier.

Should You Use Every Feature in Your Console? Aug 17, 2021

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Today's episode has (2) main parts - if you're moving from one console to another, do you really need every feature that you used in the previous console. Then, we talk about why it's important to get to know the console(s) you use as best you can!

How working on large stages is easier and harder than small stages Jul 06, 2021

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Easier – You’re not crammed for space. You have more surfaces/air to shine lights upon. FOH control areas typically can be as large as you need. You typically have more “layers of light” to work with. Harder – Your legs HURT after a long day! You need more lights to produce the same effect. Programming […]

What Software Should I Use to Control LED Pixels? Jun 22, 2021

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I’ve talked before about different pieces of software or consoles that you can use to control LED pixels – but which one is the right one for you? Notes/Links: Previous Episode on Pixel control: https://www.learnstagelighting.com/episode-52-how-do-you-add-video-to-your-lighting-show-media-servers-pixels-and-control/ ENTTEC ELM ONYX Grab your free guide to begin with lighting!

How Do You Build Reusable LED Pixel Set Pieces? Jun 08, 2021

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Don’t forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What considerations should you take when you want to reuse custom LED pixel set pieces? Why I don’t love LED tape. Wally’s Lights ($10 Off Your First Purchase Through This Link!) Wired Watts Boscoyo […]

Should You Use Playback Buttons or Faders for Your Cues? How Many Cues Should You Have On a Playback? Jun 02, 2021

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Don’t forget to download your FREE guide to begin with lighting at: https://www.learnstagelighting.com In this episode, David discusses topics such as: What is a Cue? What is a Playback? What is a Submaster? What about Pages? How Do You Decide Whether to Put a Cue on a Fader vs. a Button What about virtual faders […]

3 Types of Console Setups for ANY Size Venue Mar 16, 2021

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Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and today we’re discussing three types of console setups that will work for any size venue. Main Segment (0:12) Choosing a Console For Different Venue Sizes David: What I wanted highlight today is some different options and what people might head for in different size venues. So at […]

How Do You Create a Truly Unforgettable Environment with Lighting? Mar 02, 2021

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Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and in today’s episode, Troy and I will be discussing how do you create a truly unforgettable environment with lighting? When reflecting on past events, there are some that really stand out in my memory and that’s what we’re going to unpack today. What made those events so […]

What is the Difference Between Cheap and Expensive Lights? Feb 16, 2021

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Welcome to the Learn Stage Lighting Podcast and this episode, we’re going to discuss the difference between cheap and expensive lights. Troy will be joining us again today and we’re excited to have his perspective on the topic. Main Segment (1:03) When someone asks you what is the difference between cheap and inexpensive lights, what […]

What Type of Moving Head Should I Buy? Spot, Wash, Beam, or Hybrid? With Guest Bob Mentele Jan 19, 2021

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Welcome to the podcast and episode 115. Today, we have a special guest Bob Mentele of Elation. Today, we’re going to discuss what type of moving head you should buy? Main Segment (0:10) David: As you might remember about 5 years ago we started hearing about hybrid lights and led to this question. How do […]