In a recent project at High Pointe Church in Graham, Washington, our team had the opportunity to deploy a state-of-the-art mixing solution centered around the Allen & Heath Avantis console. This comprehensive upgrade showcases how modern audio technology can elevate worship experiences while providing intuitive tools for tech teams. Let’s explore the key components and innovations that made this installation special.
The cornerstone of High Pointe Church’s new audio system is the Allen & Heath Avantis console, featuring 64 inputs and 42 buses. What makes this console particularly versatile is its extensive connectivity options, including local I/O and expansion card capabilities for both Dante and Waves SoundGrid networks.
The integration with Waves SuperRack adds another dimension to the mixing capabilities. While the Avantis itself comes packed with powerful DSP processing, the addition of Waves SuperRack allows for enhanced control and creative possibilities. The setup includes essential plugins like Waves RealTune for vocal processing and the C6 multiband compressor, enabling precise control over the mix.
One of the most impressive aspects of this installation is the carefully planned workflow. The mixing strategy involves using the Avantis for basic channel processing and light group processing, while Waves SuperRack serves as the “cherry on top” for additional processing needs. This approach maximizes the strengths of both systems while maintaining an efficient workflow.
The dual-screen setup features a touchscreen Dell monitor for Waves SuperRack control and a Mac mini running Waveform for virtual soundcheck capabilities. This configuration allows the team to capture rehearsals and fine-tune their mix settings offline, significantly improving their preparation process.
The upgrade from their previous X32 system to the Allen & Heath ecosystem brought significant improvements to their monitoring capabilities. The team implemented ME-1 personal mixers for backline musicians, offering several advantages:
For frontline musicians, the church implemented Shure PSM 300 systems with an innovative RF Venue architectural antenna solution. This setup includes:
The church’s vertical drum set, manufactured by Red in partnership with Vertical, received special attention in the microphone selection. The team deployed a comprehensive DPA microphone package including:
The DPA microphones’ compact size and superior sound quality provide exceptional capture while maintaining a clean, visual aesthetic. The overheads particularly impressed with their ability to capture a natural, balanced sound of the entire kit.
The installation features a thoughtfully designed front-of-house setup with:
Jamie Randolph, the worship leader at High Pointe Church, expressed enthusiasm about the new system and the installation process. The church is already looking ahead to future upgrades, including LED walls, lighting improvements, and potentially camera systems.
This installation demonstrates how thoughtful integration of modern audio technology can create a robust and flexible system that serves both technical and creative needs in a worship environment. The combination of the Allen & Heath Avantis, Waves processing, and high-quality monitoring solutions provides High Point Church with a platform that will serve their congregation well into the future.
For churches interested in similar upgrades or consulting services, Churchfront offers comprehensive support through our Accelerator program. Contact us to learn more about how we can help transform your worship technology setup.
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I’M IMPRESSED WITH THE SYSTEM DEPLOYED AT THE CHURCHFRONT THUS THE ALLEN & HEATH AVANTIS DIGITAL CONSOLE ….. THE IN-EAR MONITORING SYSTEM SET-UP, WAVES SUPER RACK EVERYTHING LOOKS AWESOME THANKS TO JAKE AND LUKE FOR THE GOOD WORK DONE