<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Waveright Media Inc.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vancouver's Audiovisual & Event Production Experts - Zero Stress, Every Time. We specialize in AV services for events and media for businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:11:50 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.waveright.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Amp Modes - What They Are &#38; When to Use Them]]></title><description><![CDATA[So you’ve got passive speakers and need an external amplifier. Awesome. But it’s not as simple as just connecting the cables, turning the dials to 11 (see Spinal Tap) and walking away. There’s different modes to choose from and they all have different impacts; like how many speakers you can use, how much wattage of output power you get, how you need to run cables into and out of your amp, etc. For the sake of consistency, let’s assume for the rest of this post that we’re using a 2-channel...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/amp-modes-what-they-are-when-to-use-them</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d42a8084368b4841064b11</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:01:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/859ed9_fa5bc5fde53b4dd08857cdcfd4ac191e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of the BIGGEST myths in audio…]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever worked with wireless microphone kits before, you may already know where I’m going with this. This myth is so prevalent that I’ve met more technicians who believe it than those who don’t. But if you actually research what the correct approach to gain staging digital wireless kits is, you’ll realize this belief is just plain wrong. Here’s one of the biggest audio myths: “You should always set wireless gain to 0dB”. I’m not sure how this myth started. Maybe it’s because 0dB is a...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/one-of-the-biggest-myths-in-audio</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d42725c53e2b8fe124efb0</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:43:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_8e8ecc4cc8264a0399f7afd931e32045~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cable Gages and Why They’re Important]]></title><description><![CDATA[Power cable gauge (gage) refers to the thickness of the wire conductor, which determines how much electrical current it can safely carry. In North America, this is usually measured using American Wire Gauge (AWG). 1️⃣ How the Gauge System Works  The AWG system is a little counterintuitive: Lower number = thicker wire = more current capacity Higher number = thinner wire = less current capacity *Actual ratings depend on insulation type, temperature, and installation method. 2️⃣ Why Thicker...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/cable-gages-and-why-they-re-important</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d42481838edf8f8dd3eb66</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:33:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_7370ca2b31e0406c8afa52ffbce7d4be~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dip Switches on Dimmers and Controllers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Solved this issue the other day on a job site and thought it would make a good post! Dip Switches are a series of tiny binary switches numbered 1-9 that can be switched ‘on’ or ‘off’. They have different functions on different devices. Sometimes they indicate the radio frequency the device uses to operate - for example, perfect cues. In the case of Dimmers, they determine the starting address of the dimmer. For example, if you have 1 ON and the rest OFF, on a 4 channel dimmer, channel 1 will...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/dip-switches-on-dimmers-and-controllers</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4224e838edf8f8dd3e6a8</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:22:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_95ccd7cd71204e1abc4f2573ae1e815b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New to Sound System Design and Tuning? Start Here (for intermediate audio techs)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michael Curtis makes a ton of great content. I’d highly recommend subscribing to his channel and checking out his other videos. TLDR: What the video is about: A beginner's roadmap for getting into live sound system design and tuning. Key resources he recommends, in order: His YouTube playlist — 15 curated videos to watch in sequence covering speaker placement, building a tuning rig, software, and more. Signal to Noise Podcast Discord — A free community (run by Pro Sound Web) with veteran...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/new-to-sound-system-design-and-tuning-start-here-for-intermediate-audio-techs</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d42113d36a85c300c17af0</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:13:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/H9yCp3Q5vAs?si=rvlYM9UJyAeDvqW7" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myth: digital audio sources shouldn’t be set to 100%]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s a common myth that digital audio sources shouldn’t be set to 100%. The explanations for this belief vary between people but here’s why they’re wrong: Setting digital audio sources to 100% volume is recommended because it preserves the maximum bit depth and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), avoiding the loss of precision that occurs when digital volume controls reduce the amplitude of the signal. Instead, volume control should be managed in the analog domain by adjusting the amplifier or...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/myth-digital-audio-sources-shouldn-t-be-set-to-100</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cdd457e1d8f66b8f2ee1c8</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:38:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e62020aca5a24ebe9eeeeb01a021b995.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_853,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Networking Fundamentals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn networking fundamentals: how to connect devices together on a network. Useful for Dante and wireless control in audio, Artnet or sACN in lighting, programming LED walls (AV over IP), connecting PTZ cameras to controllers and computers, and tons of other use cases. Check out the video below:]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/networking-fundamentals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cdd293e1d8f66b8f2ede52</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:27:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/cNwEVYkx2Kk?si=MY5PhtjeJ8DsSBHQ" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Start a Career as a Touring Tech]]></title><description><![CDATA[While responding to a great post by my friend, @Mark Hunt , I realized it would be really useful to talk about how to start a career as a touring tech for those who are interested in that path. If you live in Vancouver, there’s a few production companies that have touring opportunities: Promosa, Christie Lites, Kian Sound, and if anyone can think of others please add them in a comment below. You can also work for Riggit at Rogers arena and/or IATSE local 118 at BC Place and other local venues...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/how-to-start-a-career-as-a-touring-tech</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cdd0ea535e7bcd26968720</guid><category><![CDATA[AV Tech Posts]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 02:17:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/859ed9_9dee8ab89aad4a24b58a0e1cb1056c55~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Event Planners: here’s what your AV provider needs to make sure your event runs flawlessly ]]></title><description><![CDATA[After working on countless live, hybrid, and virtual events, a few patterns always stand out. The difference between a smooth show and a stressful one often comes down to early alignment and clear communication. Here are a few practical tips from the AV side so your event runs flawlessly: ️Involve your AV team early Bringing your AV partner in during the planning stage (not just execution) helps avoid last-minute surprises—especially with venue limitations, power, rigging, and internet. ...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/event-runs-flawlessly</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cdc998535e7bcd269676fc</guid><category><![CDATA[Event Planning Posts]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:55:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/859ed9_a331c168440549c4931e0ed0bf60f3a5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[We need to talk...]]></title><description><![CDATA[We need to talk about miscommunication between the people making the decisions and the people executing them. Let’s call them ‘deciders’ and ‘executors’. This is a classic problem that affects all industries, not just events. Too often the deciders will decide to change something, add something, or get rid of something without consulting the executors. The executors are expected to figure it out. And sure, a fair amount of the time, executors are able to figure it out and scramble to make the...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/we-need-to-talk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cdc63b535e7bcd26966e6b</guid><category><![CDATA[Event Planning Posts]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:40:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/859ed9_dee1c6b4d8c0476f874e1ea29e8c8b14~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[These 3 things could make or break your event (and they’re often overlooked)…]]></title><description><![CDATA[TLDR if you want to reduce your risk, lower your stress, and make sure your event runs smoothly BUT you don’t want to spend the time or the effort learning about AV, send us a message and we’d be happy to sanity-check your AV quote for you! For event planners and executive assistants, the margin for error is thin. Timelines are tight, stakeholders are watching, and your reputation is on the line. That’s why you need to know that you’ve done everything you can to increase your event’s...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/these-3-things-could-make-or-break-your-event-and-they-re-often-overlooked</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69cdc121535e7bcd26966278</guid><category><![CDATA[Event Planning Posts]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:19:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/859ed9_f7ec93f48c964a12892c53f4493eb227~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Event Expert Blog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to The Event Expert Blog - where we help event professionals succeed #EventProduction #EventProfessionals #AudiovisualTechnicians #EventPlanners Hi! My name is Steven Visser and I love working in the event industry. My Story - The Path that Led to the Founding of Waveright Media Like many young people, I rejected the idea that I needed to go to school to get a job. Instead, I had grandiose ambitions of becoming a famous musician one day. That didn't pan out and in retrospect, I...]]></description><link>https://www.waveright.ca/post/event-experts-blog</link><guid isPermaLink="false">64b70d7066baf69d1c403938</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 22:08:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/859ed9_1daff47ed17546889bdd9fa4fc6b6d80~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_649,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Visser</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>