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What Camera and Lens Combo is best for YOU?

3/8/2022

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​We often break down entire video systems and give you an overview of everything we did on an install. This time we wanted to provide you with a glimpse into some of the thought processes of deciding what gear you should choose and how different combinations of equipment can change the result of your production.
​While there is no wrong answer to what camera or lens you should select, you want it to fit your use case. When picking out the configuration of your AV gear, it can be hard to find the information required to even start to figure out what pieces you want, let alone what you actually need. We often see this come up with the Ursa Mini camera by Blackmagic Design. Blackmagic offers several Ursa Mini camera variations, and on top of that, multiple mounting options: Pl, B4, EF, etc. Let’s look at a quick overview of these.

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New Year, New Approach to AV

2/7/2022

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We all know that the last few years have brought a lot of new ways in how people interact with AV. It has highlighted the area's businesses will need to focus on as they build their systems and seek to keep people engaged and connected through changing times. So, what does this mean for you, and how does it affect your vision for your business?

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Let's Change Everything!

2/7/2022

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Many churches get to a point when growth, new goals, new building, or just equipment age forces them to think about upgrading. Everything might still be working reasonably well, but it’s harder to accommodate new asks or larger worship teams.  Or perhaps the equipment is just old enough that parts are no longer available and your confidence in it lasting through a weekend just isn’t there anymore.  If this is the case, where do you even start to make a plan?  This is really where Lambda comes in.  Rocky Mountain Calvary in Colorado Springs hit a point where their equipment was old, goals were changing, and budget was available to make some changes, so they reached out to us looking for an idea of what steps to take next.  
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When we met up with the RMC tech team, they expressed first of all wanting to upgrade the audio system.  The tech team very much wanted a new soundboard and waves audio plugins. When we saw their building though, we noticed speaker system was more than 10 years old and had lost much of the fidelity from when they were installed. They also just didn’t fit the space as well as new technology could.  So, we suggested upgrading the speakers first and then replacing the soundboard, integrating waves audio effects, and maybe even some new mics. This would ensure they would have good audio from the absolute start to the end.  We met up with the team from RMC several times to build request lists, talk about dreams and goals, and even moving through older equipment talking about what new equipment is capable of.  In the end, they decided on upgrading four major areas: Camera lenses and a video switcher, speakers, soundboard, and house lighting.    We also discussed future steps such as led walls and staging pieces to add dynamic.


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Adding Dynamic to Your Shots

12/20/2021

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Camera placement and creating dynamic shots in your studio, especially if it’s small, can be difficult. There are a few things to consider when looking into your camera setup.
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First, making sure your camera is in a good spot is an important part of creating a studio. You need to make sure you have enough room to be placed away from your talent so you can not only fit everything you want into the shot but also make sure there is room to take more creative shots. Allowing more room between your camera and your subject not only allows for the needed spacing to capture a shot but allows you more creativity if you want to do any pulls or pushes.
Second, we all know that talking head interviews are not always the most exciting thing; it's undoubtedly true. But interviews and talking heads are a large portion of filming. So, whatever you can do to add a little spice and interest to your interview shots is always a good idea. A great way to do this is by adding movement to your shot through a dolly or slider. The motion provides visual interest and helps keep the attention of your audience. 
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Using a slider will elevate your production value, improving your shoot's overall look by adding a three-dimensional feel. Thankfully, there are plenty of great options out there for sliders and dollies that can fit any number of budgets and use cases.  
For one of our recent corporate studio installs, we used the Dev Dolly from Gide Gear. It's a modular system that runs on 1-inch or 2-inch metal rails. One of the benefits of this is that you can easily swap rails to a shorter setup if you are working in a limited space or swap out to a much longer setup if required. Its sled/carriage rolls on a four quad wheel configuration providing silky-smooth, consistent movement. The stands used were Matthews rolling low boys, enabling the dolly to be easily moved and adjusted. 
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If you're looking for that little extra touch to elevate your production, a slider or dolly can knock that goal out of the park. Are you looking to move to the next level in your video production, but aren’t sure where you want to start? We’re always happy to answer any questions you have! Email info@lambdaav.io and you get a response from our qualified experts in whatever field you need information on!
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Do I really need to do a site visit?

9/30/2021

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So, you are considering looking into more AV equipment. You don’t have any real plans, it’s just something you need to start thinking about. Maybe you’ve googled some gear here and there. Or maybe you’ve had your eye on something you really want to add to your setup.
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At this point, you may have heard about Lambda and how great they are, so you casually reach out to see what general pricing might be on that new audio gear. If this is you, you might be surprised when we answer back asking to schedule a site visit. It might sound inconvenient or more serious than you are ready to commit to. So, why do we schedule a site visit or a phone call before giving you a quote?
We offer a lot of different services at Lambda, but the heart of our company is to provide excellence in service and support through our knowledge of Audio-Visual technology. We want to meet, as well as exceed, the needs and solutions we provide to our customers. Lambda is built on giving you the personal experience you won’t get from other companies. This includes making sure we see and understand your specific system so we can offer you the best solution. Anyone can buy some type of equipment online, but when Lambda offers you a solution, you can rest assured we’ve taken your current situation and future goals into account. Not only that, but that we have tested and are confident in the equipment we offer.
So, what does a Site Spec look like? Lambda offers free, no obligation Site Specs whenever you have time. They may take anywhere from 30min to a few hours depending on size of the system and to give you time for any questions you might have for us! Often, by scheduling a Site Spec we can offer you tips or suggestions about your system to help it improve or to help you plan for what needs to be done in the future. And if on-site is too much, you can always schedule a phone call!
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Our favorite thing at Lambda is to put tools into your hands. This means we do less box sales, such as purchasing online, and more offering you a custom solution just for you! So, next time you feel hesitant on doing a site visit with Lambda, remember it the easiest, quickest way to get a quick professional opinion before anything else happens.
Curious to know what we would suggest to make your system better? Schedule a Site Spec anytime by visiting the scheduling tab on our website! Or email for an appointment.
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Three Elements for Successful AV

9/30/2021

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Understanding the end goal and use case for any system is crucial to its design and success. Starting with a clear vision allows for figuring out what pathway and components are needed to create a solution that meets the end goal.
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Three things that factor into that plan are feasibility, viability, and desirability. Feasibility relates to the tech involved. Does it exist as one component? How does it integrate? How is the ease of use? What about reliability? Viability relates to how the tech integrates with the client. Does it fit within the limitations of the location? Is it within budget? How many people will be needed to run it? Desirability, of course, relates to if it meets the end goals of a client. If the end system is a struggle to use, is not ideal and, in general, just a pain, it lacks desirability. You want whoever will be operating the system to be pleased with both the result and the running of the system. Finding a balance between these three elements is the hard part. 
A local business, World Challenge, was looking for a multi-camera video podcast studio with high-quality video and audio, as well as a high level of soundproofing. These were a few of their goals and needs. Regarding soundproofing, they went with an enclosed modular soundproof pod that was 13’ by 13’ 7’. While this solved the soundproofing issue, the space restriction it created would have to be considered when designing the video setup. 

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ATEM Mini Guide

9/30/2021

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A Guide to ATEM Switchers

Check out the newest addition to the Lambda Resource Library! This comprehensive overview of Blackmagic's ATEM Switchers is a great source for training volunteers or even a quick refresher for anyone! PDF Printable on our website HERE!
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Tag us and include the hashtag #lambdaav in your social media if you use our resources!
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Client Viewpoint

9/30/2021

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At Lambda we have a lot of fun working with clients across the county and if you know us, you know that we have a passion for helping people get the most out of their AV system! We are all about getting equipment that will serve your specific purposes for many years. 
Usually, we show you fun gear and installs from our perspective, but we thought it might be interesting to show you things from another perspective. Questions you might be interested in when it comes to planning upgrades before you even begin working with us or just what other churches are doing. We will be showing you a few interviews over the next few months to hopefully answer some questions you might not have even thought to ask.  We decided to do a quick interview with a long-time client to get their perspective on working with Lambda and how we were able to provide them with the tools they needed to grow! Summit Church is a mid-size church in Denver with a ton of life and energy. They did a major upgrade with us about a year ago so that the tech could really match what the church itself was already doing. Hopefully, this interview can give you a practical, realistic look at what it’s like to work with an AV Integrator for your business.
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​Meet Andrew


Andrew Serr is the Tech Director for Summit Church in Denver, Colorado.
Andrew approached Lambda looking for a complete system overhaul in 2019. The build was completed beginning of 2020
How would you describe your role at Summit?​

“My job is to bring Pastor Rob Singleton's vision to life. I make sure the teams and processes are in place and moving forward in the right direction.”

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Time for a new computer?

9/30/2021

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​Our take on the New M1 Mac

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n my career in AV, I have seen several transitions with computers and though each one has been significant, this one might be my favorite. In an effort to test and experiment with new equipment, as we always try to do for our customers, I purchased an M1 iMac and gave up my barely one year old highly spec’d intel MacBook Pro… and I haven’t looked back. If you aren’t familiar with the M1 apple products, it’s a new chip designed by apple. This chip takes on an entirely new hardware design and in doing so really pours on the performance. The big adds are what is called ARM-based RISC computing, along with on-chip graphics processing, and on-chip memory. Basically, the computer is able to access more of its resources quicker. What does this mean for you and me? Here are a few great use cases I have seen on my own.  


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Linear Keying - Step to Advanced Keying

9/8/2021

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The last form of Keying we wanted to highlight is Linear or alpha keying. Linear or Alpha keying is the evolution of the Luminance key and Pattern keying (read HERE). Linear keying becomes a basis for where we can build almost all advanced keying. It typically requires special hardware and software but gets you great results.  
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Linear keying is made from two separate signals. The first signal is called the Cut Signal. The Cut Signal is a luma-based signal of white, black, and grayscale that tells the switcher what is opaque (black) and where to put a GFX signal (white). The second signal is the Fill Signal or the actual GFX or colors. (Pictured above) The switcher uses the Cut Signal as the pattern shape, which allows the benefits of a luma key while eliminating the con of not being able to have things like a black outline. This is because the switcher is using one signal to say where things are opaque and another for what the actual content will be.  

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