The Learn Stage Lighting Podcast

May 17 2024 143 ep. 30 mins 735
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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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3004 - How to not burn out and look after yourself, New Products from DVS and Onyx v4.10

May 17 2024 32 mins  
Burnout frequently occurs in the entertainment sector, with excessive work often cited as the primary cause, but is that true? How can one navigate through this challenging phase and ensure self-care while working in this industry?  We take a look at some new products from DVS and Onyx v4.10 Chapters: 00:57 Introduction 02:10 Our topic for today 03:10 What causes burnout? 04:1

3003 - The Martin Mac Viper xIP, New Fixtures and some cool gear from Mega-Lite

Apr 19 2024 33 mins  
The Cat's out the bag, the new fixture from Martin is a LED version of the Mac Viper! We look at some new fixtures from Ayrton, ADJ, ETC and some innovating gear from Mega-Lite! Chapters: 00:56 Introduction 01:45 New fixtures at Prolight & Sound 01:56 New Ayrton Kyalami 02:45 Discussing the Kyalami 05:10 The Martin Mac Viper xIP 05:20 Discussing the Viper 05:54 How IP ratings w

3002 - From Planning to Execution you shows. New Gear from Martin and Do Hazers really affect your health?

Apr 05 2024 38 mins  
In this episode well be focusing on the Planning and Execution of your shows, we chat about some new Gear and if Chinese fixtures are worth it! Chapters: 00:57 Introduction/Welcome 01:21 What is our topic for this week? 01:44 Planning a show 02:21 David’s take on Planning a show 03:16 Some key things to remember when planning your show. 04:21 Why is it so important to do as much

3001 - New Co-Host, Artificial Intelligence in Stage Lighting and Laser-Source Fixtures

Mar 06 2024 31 mins  
In this episode we discuss some of our videos, AI in Stage Lighting and the industry and why Laser Source fixtures are becoming more popular.   Chapters: 00:55 Welcome, and introducing our new co-host JP. 01:14 What has happened and where have we been since the last podcast that we had?  01:43 What happened to Crystal? 01:49 Who is JP? 02:17 Why will JP be doing our

2006 - MIDI vs OSC and what the future holds.

May 26 2023 30 mins  
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

2005 - "Testing, Testing. 1,2,3." David's Fixture Testing Process for Learn Stage Lighting Gear Reviews

May 11 2023 47 mins  
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

2004 - Pew Pew! Let's Talk about Lasers!

Apr 26 2023 40 mins  
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

2003 - What Do I Need When Looking For a Quote for New Lighting?

Apr 12 2023 38 mins  
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

2002 - What's the frequency Kenneth!? Wireless DMX explained!

Mar 16 2023 32 mins  
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:

2001: Who is David Henry and Why is He An Expert?

Feb 08 2023 31 mins  
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