have put their faith
in us for professional, effective AV systems this year.
It seems that the
word of our trusted Audio Visual Solutions for worship is getting around!
To
improve sound at St. Joseph Church, Msgr. Shershanovich chose Power Sound of
New England for the design & installation of a new church audio system. We had already completed a successful sound
system renovation project at Sacred Heart, “The Pink Church” in Pittsfield
Massachusetts. The pastor there, Rev. James R. Joyce had highly recommended Power
Sound of New England to Monsignor who was seeking to solve the issues with the St.
Joseph Church’s sound system. I spoke with Rev. Joyce after his project was
complete to hear how the parish was enjoying the new quality sound and he was enthusiastic
in his praise of the improved audio quality.
“We’re
really thrilled! ...For the first time in years the Music Ministry can hear the
homily—
they are very happy.” ~ Rev. James K.
Joyce
In
addition to custom church sound renovations at Sacred Heart and St. Joseph Church,
PSNE was also chosen for a comprehensive audio renovation at St. Mark’s in
Pittsfield.
The
Project at St. Joseph Church –
The goal was to improve the sound quality at St. Joseph
Church for the Celebrants and Lectors as well as for choir and music ministry.
Some Masses at the church are in English and some in Spanish. We wanted to be
sure the sound projection was optimum for Celebrants speaking both Spanish and
English, and varied musical elements of the Masses. We understand the nature of
multi-lingual church communities and we tailor each audio system design to
accommodate each congregation’s unique worship needs.
We analyzed their diverse needs, working closely with the
pastor, Msgr. Shershanovich. After a acoustical analysis of the worship space,
we designed a custom system to meet their primary goals – to provide clarity
for both the Spoken Word and the Music Ministry. "The big challenge has
always been building a hybrid to address both", said Power Sound’s design
specialist and general manager Troy Jennings. “With our unique understand of
worship and experience with the most advanced audio technology we were able to
achieve exceptional results; far surpassing the parish’s audio expectations."
In worship space audio renovation projects it is foremost
that improved sound intelligibility is essential, but aesthetics in this
majestic church mattered also. As part of the sound system we chose BOSE
Panaray® speakers, designed especially for church environments. A towering 9
feet tall, yet just 4 inches wide, they are custom-painted to complement the
surface to which they are mounted so the only thing noticed is rich, clear
sound.
The photo here demonstrates the ease with which the
loudspeakers harmonize the environment.
Since the installation the reviews form clergy and
congregation have been quite complimentary. How’s the sound in your church?
