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The Learn Stage Lighting Podcast Learn Stage Lighting .com
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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.
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2006 - MIDI vs OSC and what the future holds.
What is OSC and MIDI? How can we use them to make our life and workspace a little easier in the lighting world?
Chapters:
00:58 Introduction
01:16 Today’s Topic
03:37 NAMM and USITT
04:42 What is MIDI and how is it used?
08:39 How Crystal has used MIDI before
09:20 There’s more than one form of MIDI.
12:14 Is MIDI MSC and MIDI Timecode the same thing?
14:22 Modern MIDI don’t use MIDI cables anymore
15:14 Why is MDI not the best option for lighting?
18:00 What is OSC and what it is used for in lighting.
23:49 How long will we still use MIDI and OSC?
25:58 What else is there about OSC and MIDI. (General comments)
27:11 OSC or MIDI, which one should you use and why?
28:23 Closing
Links:
USITT Show: https://www.usitt.org/stage-expo
NAMM Show: https://www.namm.org
Visit our sites/channels here:
Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured
Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to questions@learnstagelighting.com -
2005 - "Testing, Testing. 1,2,3." David's Fixture Testing Process for Learn Stage Lighting Gear Reviews
Testing Fixtures, We dive into how we test fixtures - How we recommend you should test them with or without a console and what we do when reviewing fixtures on our Learn Stage Lighting YouTube Channels.
Chapters:
00:54 Introduction
03:08 How does David decide what fixtures to review on Learn Stage Lighting Gear
06:49 Top Picks on Learn Stage Lighting Gear
07:37 Do you read the manual? Unlike many of us.
08:34 Tell us your general process for reviewing fixtures?
12:15 Crystal has a good question about photometric length.
13:00 David looks at the performance of the light and where he would possibly use the light.
19:07 Our different YouTube channels
20:30 Do you test the light before you record the review video?
23:10 Has David ever had a dissatisfaction about a light that he reviewed?
26:41 What are demo fixtures and how does it work?
32:43 Should you look under the hood of your lights?
33:29 How can you test a light without a console.
36:34 Is there a difference between testing a used light vs new out of the box?
40:00 Is there anything exciting new light that you want to get your hands on?
42:38 Product reviews we can expect to see.
43:10 BREAKING NEWS: Transworld has a new tradeshow – East Coast Haunters Convention
45:37 Where to find us?
46:57 Closing
Links:
City Theatrical DMX Cat: https://www.citytheatrical.com/products/electronic/other-electronic/dmxcat-multi-function-test-tool
East Coats Haunters Convention: https://eastcoasthauntersconvention.com
Visit our sites/channels here:
Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured
Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to questions@learnstagelighting.com -
2004 - Pew Pew! Let's Talk about Lasers!
Lasers are seen on most shows, let's give you better insight about using them safely, keeping the audience safe - What you need to operate lasers and where to find some training resources.
Chapters:
00:58 Introduction
03:55 What are lasers and how are they different from moving lights?
06:35 Laser Projection
07:34 Are there still mercury lasers out there?
08:43 Do you need a special permission to operate lasers?
13:00 How long is your variance valid; and when do you need to get one?
14:10 Do you need haze to use lasers?
14:44 Stone Mountain in Georgia
16:30 Can lasers blind me? Safety Zones with Lasers
21:19 How much do Lasers cost?
23:42 How do I control lasers?
28:24 Can lasers burn through things?
30:28 What types of media do you play on Lasers? Is there a special file type?
32:13 Can you buy sequences/shows for lasers like you can get for Christmas lights?
33:04 What is the general lifespan of lasers?
35:11 We do have resources on lasers. You can have look on our YouTube Channel.
37:20 Sharing a story about why we help you to get the perfect fit for you.
39:25 Closing
Links:
Learn Stage Lighting YouTube Laser Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEyo6_xbT5EBs-GSo351MlWhHy-wP9yK4
Pangolin Laser Software: https://pangolin.com/blogs/education
X-Laser https://x-laser.com
Visit our sites/channels here:
Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured
Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to questions@learnstagelighting.com -
2003 - What Do I Need When Looking For a Quote for New Lighting?
What do you need to consider when purchasing gear? In this episode we'll guide you into making the right decisions!
Chapters:
01:19 Introducing today’s topic.
02:16 What information do we need to help you make a purchase
04:42 Cameras and Lighting
05:37 What measurements do I need to provide?
08:00 Cameras are always there, whether a cell phone or professional camera
09:53 Replace some lights – or all the lights?
13:53 How to preserve your lights to last longer?
16:15 Using Relays in your lighting system.
18:12 Dirty Power
21:38 Making the most out of what you have - Matching equipment to your budget and needs
25:44 Use someone professional when buying and installing lights
29:25 Things to keep in mind with budgeting and costs involved with buying gear.
35:21 We now offer custom flight cases on LearnStageLightingGear.com
37:08 Closing
Links:
ETA Relays: https://www.e-t-a.com/products/relays_solid_state_remote_power_controllers/overview/
ETC Foundry Panel: https://www.etcconnect.com/Products/Architectural-Systems/Foundry/Mini-Panels/Features.aspx
Elation RP2 https://www.elationlighting.com/rp2
Visit our sites/channels here:
Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured
Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to questions@learnstagelighting.com -
2002 - What's the frequency Kenneth!? Wireless DMX explained!
Wireless DMX is such a cool thing to have and to use, but oh boy have we seen some mishaps, In this episode we'll help you to get the right device, and to make the right decisions when using wireless DMX
Chapters:
01:09 Introducing today’s topic of wireless DMX
01:52 What is wireless DMX and components.
05:12 Wireless lifespan and is it reliable?
06:12 When should you use Wireless?
11:43 Every brand does have a wireless system.
13:44 The cost of these wireless DMX
17:48 What megahertz should be use and venue sweep of frequencies.
22:28 What are ISM frequencies?
25:31 How can I set yourself up for success with wireless DMX
28:01 What to look for to ensure a reliable wireless system.
30:14 Will it help if I take all the phones away in the venue?
31:08 Do all wireless system do RDM?
Visit our sites/channels here:
Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured
Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to questions@learnstagelighting.com -
2001: Who is David Henry and Why is He An Expert?
We are back, with double the power as we add a new member, Crystal, to the Podcast! In this episode we’ll be taking it way back to when we started Learn Stage Lighting and some history about why it started.
Chapters:
01:17 Introducing Crystal and some background about her.
03:33 LDI and the impact David had on people with the Podcast.
05:27 How David and Crystal met.
06:31 How Learn Stage Lighting started.
11:50 Why should people trust David’s information and judgement in Lighting (some history on David too)
17:41 Learn Stage Lighting Labs
21:07 Learn Stage Lighting Gear and why David started it and what the goal of Learn Stage Lighting Gear is.
26:33 What’s the goals for 2023 for David Henry, and all the branches of Learn Stage Lighting.
Visit our sites/channels here:
Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com
Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/
Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured
Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to questions@learnstagelighting.com
Customer Reviews
Great Info
I’m new to lighting and have found great info from this podcast. I like that he explained the tech aspect in a way that is easy to understand. Really enjoying this, keep it up.
Good discussions
I’ve learned a lot from David Henry’s instructional YouTube videos and it’s awesome to be able to walk around or work while listening to lighting discussions that I don’t have to watch to follow. Keep it up David, shows like this seem hard to find!
My question was answered! Awesome resource!
Found this podcast awhile back. It is an awesome source of real world information and not just a sales pitch from a vendor. It has taught me so much about lighting design and fundamentals and doesn’t just focus on how to get geeky with a console.
I love the Q&A. I just asked my first question and to be honest didn’t know if I would get a response. I got a quick response with exactly the answer I was looking for.
Thank you David for this great podcast! I can tell you really care about your audience and what you do. I’m hoping to join the lab soon!