services
services
fLAT RATE
design/build
We don’t have the budget for new equipment, but we would like to optimize or improve the performance of our existing system.
We need help eliminating a problem, understanding a specific concept, or learning best practices for the installation or operation of our audio, video or lighting system.
My church is renovating or expanding and we plan to update or add on to our audio, video or lighting system.
My church is building a new facility and needs a new audio, video or lighting system.
fLAT RATE
We don’t have the budget for new equipment, but we would like to optimize or improve the performance of our existing system.
We need help eliminating a problem, understanding a specific concept, or learning best practices for the installation or operation of our audio, video or lighting system.
design/build
My church is renovating or expanding and we plan to update or add on to our audio, video or lighting system.
My church is building a new facility and needs a new audio, video or lighting system.
FLAT RATE
check up $380
Feedback, drop-outs and poor sound quality can interfere with an amazing worship experience. These problems become especially frustrating when you’ve spent thousands on audio equipment and it’s not working properly.
What to do? Thankfully, many common problems can be easily diagnosed and fixed. Before you invest more in expensive consultants, contractors or additional equipment, call us for a Check-Up.
Our technicians will come to your church, evaluate your equipment, and run some tests. We’ll fix whatever we can during our visit. If we can’t eliminate your problems right away, we’ll propose a comprehensive treatment plan.
Think of it like a house call from your doctor – a Check-Up from Church Audio Video puts your sound system on the road to recovery.
Symptoms
- Snap, crackle, pop, static and hum
- Occasional or constant feedback
- Wireless microphone drop-outs
- Less-than-desirable sound quality
What to Expect
Phone/email assessment to determine potential issues
Up to Four hours of on-site troubleshooting by an experienced Church Audio Video technician
In many cases, on-the-spot correction of common problems
If additional services are necessary, Confirmation of additional costs will be confirmed with you before we start.
Off site design can be included in any instance for future upgrades.
train up $500
Modern audio technology is light years ahead of where it was even 10 years ago, and it’s becoming more sophisticated every day. A solid grasp on the principles of mixing, acoustics and signal flow is essential to properly run even the most basic sound systems, and ongoing education is needed to master the newer, more advanced concepts.
You’ve invested thousands in audio equipment – now it’s time to make sure your tech team has the knowledge and confidence to operate it correctly. Start by scheduling an on-site Train-Up session with Church Audio Video. We’ll educate your team on the fundamentals of church sound systems, and then train you at your facility on your equipment. If your team already knows the basics, we can help advanced users learn how to configure and use a specific piece of gear, like a digital console or networked DSP processor. Our technicians are well-versed in the latest innovations from over 400 top brands.
Sophisticated equipment isn’t enough – proper understanding is the key to maximizing its potential. Trained and confident system operators can make all the difference in the sounds of your facility.
Symptoms
- Signal drops or other problems during your services that are due to operator error
- Volunteers operating your sound system that may have some experience running sound, but no professional training
- New equipment that nobody knows how to operate nor has the time to research
- Constant turnover on your tech team
What to Expect
- Phone/email assessment of your current configuration
- Classroom-style course for all system operators and at least 2 hours of hands-on personal training at your facility administered by a Church Audio Video technician
- This is something you should be prepared to record
tune up LOUDSPEAKER SYSTEM OR MIXING CONSOLE TUNE-UP PRICE: $400 BOTH SERVICES: $750
Sometimes it is difficult to pinpoint an issue. It just sounds wrong, or perhaps there is plenty of decent sound but for some reason, its hard to understand what is being said. Maybe its simply that you would like to unlock the large amount of hidden potential in your system.
A well tuned system can get you those crystalline highs and lows to add an animated depth without overpowering all of the delicate notes of a human voice. There will be a noticeable improvement in your system regardless of the quality of your speakers or microphones.
Starting from the speakers we can move back to the console to make any tweeks necessary to help drive home performances.
Symptoms
- Unnatural sound or unintelligible speech
- Echoes and unpleasant reverberation
- Continuing problems with feedback, distortion, static and dropouts
- Uneven gain structures, extreme EQ adjustments, or disproportionate channel settings on your mixer
What to Expect
- Initial phone/email assessment of your current configuration
- On-site analysis of your facility’s acoustics and loudspeaker response and/or mixing system problems
- A professional, experienced technician for up to 4 hours of on-site troubleshooting and repair to include line checks, cable integrity, mixer/processor/loudspeaker settings and wireless microphone programming (up to 6 hours if both services are chosen)
- If necessary, we will recommend:
– effective, affordable and aesthetically-appealing treatment materials to correct inherent acoustical problems
– loudspeaker DSP upgrades – we have several professional models to choose from starting at $375
design/build
design/build
Our Design/Build solutions include complete A/V/L systems for new facilities, upgrades for churches that are remodeling or expanding, and even the integration of a single product into an existing system. In all cases, we begin by meeting with you to assess your needs and goals, and then we stay with you through every step of the process – from the initial design and budget planning to the equipment sale, installation, training and support.
We do not sell cookie-cutter church A/V/L systems; our solutions are customized to meet the needs of each unique situation. Working with direct dealers for more than 400 product lines, we are able to accommodate nearly every technology request you may have. Moreover, as good stewards of your resources, we are dedicated to finding solutions that are both high quality and affordable. Custom doesn’t have to cost a fortune.
OUR SPECIALTIES INCLUDE
- Acoustic Control
- Sound Reinforcement
- Digital Mixing/Snake Systems
- Personal Monitor Systems
- Audio Distribution
- Multi Chanel Recording
- Video Presentation Systems
- Image Magnification
- Video Capture
- Office Networking
- Digital Signage
- Intelligent Stage Lighting
- Automated Lights
- System Automation & Control
- Live Streaming & Broadcasting
Reducing cost through collaboration
Contract jobs are typically all-or-nothing. At CAV, we recognize that church members are often willing and able to assist, and often have the talent necessary to fully handle some stage of the project. We’re happy to work alongside them to realize your ministry’s vision. Whether you hire Church Audio Video to build your entire system or you enlist staff and volunteers to help, we’ll work with you every step of the way. Your resulting system is the product of a truly collaborative effort. We design the systems we create beginning to end, but there are three specific ways talent within your church can reduce the cost of your system.
Electrical: For Licensed Electricians
Most new systems are going to require new electrical work running to specific places with specific requirements. If you have a licensed electrician in your congregation, we are ready and willing to work with them to communicate exactly what your new system will need.
Rigging: For Experienced Engineers
One of the most expensive parts of a system contract is the design, time, and materials that it takes to make sure a mounted piece of equipment is not going to come down on someones head. For the safety of your church, it’s important that these rigs are done correctly. But if you have a trusted engineer at your disposal that can ensure his or her work, we would be happy to communicate to them the measurements your new system’s design will require.
Wire Pulling: For I.T. Workers
Just about every professionally integrated system is going to require some sort of low-voltage wiring running through your walls, ceilings, and even floors. Many people that have worked in the IT field have the experience necessary to get the cables to and from where we will need them without compromising their wire’s integrity.
What you can expect:
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The Church Audio Video team meets with appropriate personnel in your church to discuss your vision, ministry style, specific objectives, and aesthetic preferences.
- We provide an itemized quote including all materials and labor.
- Upon your acceptance of the proposal with any revisions, we draft a formal contract that defines your project’s work schedule and payment terms.
- Equipment is ordered and installation begins according to the agreed-upon plan.
- We provide oral and written progress reports throughout every stage of your project.
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After completion, we provide basic training for all system operators.