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Humans are hard-wired with a need to communicate. The history of long-distance communication harks back to ram’s horn trumpets, smoke signals and semaphore telegraph using arms and flags. Mechanical annunciators... Read More

It's a solidly built intercom system that would serve well in any church production. But it's the unexpected additional features and the attention to detail that put this system on the... Read More

Our friends at Earthworks are helping boost the signal of a fantastic organization, the Roadie Clinic. These unprecedented times have called for some unprecedented responses to help us all make it... Read More

In anticipation of live events returning, we were lucky enough to be invited into The Barrymore Theatre, a revered live music and comedy venue in our hometown of Madison, WI. for... Read More

Mic placement is important, particularly with directional mics. This video walks you through how to adjust the 4066 Omni Headset Mic and the 4088 Directional Headset Mic so that they fit... Read More

Mic placement is important, particularly with directional mics. This video walks you through how to adjust the 4266 Omni Headset Mic and the 4288 Directional Headset Mic so that it fits... Read More

Mic placement is important, particularly with directional mics. This video walks you through how to adjust the 4466 Omni Headset Mic and the 4488 Directional Headset Mic so that it fits... Read More

From darkness to brilliance, Robert Mentele, an innovative lighting designer and technical director, walks you through the Top 10 factors to take into consideration when planning venue lighting. You’re sure to... Read More

Are you getting the best performance out of your lav mic? If not, you don’t want to miss this deep dive on the Shure Twin:Plex premium lavalier microphone. The Twin:Plex offers... Read More

As schools reopen, many are coming up with creative solutions to keep students and teachers safely distanced. Auditoriums and sports complexes are being repurposed into lecture halls, outdoor tents and temporary... Read More

Lighting, regardless of the technology being used (LED, halogen, incandescent, etc.), has to be treated with respect. It can draw high electrical currents, generate heat, and be subject to hostile environments... Read More

As more and more organizations are finding the need to communicate remotely, streaming video has turned into an essential tool to stay connected with students, congregants, and employees. The good news... Read More

The professional lighting space is constantly changing and advancing, with new and more efficient ways to set the mood on stage or to awe an audience. For 25 years, GLP has... Read More

Full Compass is proud to announce that we are an authorized dealer of Meyer Sound Laboratories. Meyer Sound was established in 1979 by John and Helen Meyer, leaders and legends in... Read More

Can something this small and light deliver the sound you need for small venues? “Personal” PAs are a hot topic because of several important attributes: they’re portable, flexible, and powerful enough to... Read More

There’s a reason why Bluetooth has become ubiquitous. In some ways, along with wi-fi, Bluetooth is the ultimate cord-cutting protocol. Bluetooth has been around long enough to outgrow its teething problems, pairing... Read More

Guitar players like it loud. But Houses of Worship, smaller clubs, and restaurants...not so much. In those environments, you can’t have guitars drowning out sermons, other band members, or conversations. So... Read More

Lighting is a powerful way to enhance any kind of performance, service, or presentation—here’s what you need to know Nothing can enhance musical concerts, theatrical events, worship services, clubs, installations, or even... Read More

With more microphones available than ever before, at more price points than ever before, it can be confusing to choose the right mic. Fortunately, there are some mic characteristics that are... Read More

The Right Light Wherever You Glow If you want your message to be moving, often you need to move. Work the stage. Go where the spirit takes you. But you want your... Read More

The Federal Communication Commission (FCC) has released details on the outcome of the UHF spectrum auction. Full Compass’s Kevin Peckham, who heads up technical training and education, breaks it down: Who... Read More

From time to time, national magazines and papers will feature articles written by industry experts. Last month, our Lighting Category Specialist, Robert Mentele, wrote an article for Private University Products and News,... Read More

The booth was set up, finishing touches done. The exhibitors’ energy buzzed with excitement, waiting for the doors to open on the 2017 USITT Stage Expo. This annual conference is one... Read More