Lighting Smarts: ProLights Tips for Every Tech | Episode 79 | The Tech Arts Podcast

In this episode of The Tech Arts Podcast, host David Leuschner sits down with Nick D’Angelo, Brand Manager at ProLights, for a deep dive into lighting that every tech should hear. From front light and key light to cyc lights and house lights, Nick unpacks the essentials—and reveals how ProLights has taken house lighting to the next level by transforming it into a Wi-Fi extender. You’ll hear how it works, why it’s a game-changer, and how it can streamline your venue’s tech infrastructure. Along the way, David also brings you a bonus segment with media expert Phil Cooke discussing his latest books and his upcoming appearance at the CFX Conference, plus fresh insights on microphones from Earthworks Audio and the newest installment of The Paragon Angle. This episode is packed with tech tips, insider know-how, and innovative solutions, this episode is a must-listen for every church tech and AVL pro.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Start
01:33 Intro
03:06 Phil Cooke - CFX Conference
15:02 ProLights Education
16:21 How Do You Build The Best Lighting System?
19:25 White Balance and LED
20:55 Pars - The Work Horse
25:13 Ellipsoidal - 6 Color Monster | Anything & Everything
26:40 What is the difference between and Par & an Ellipsoidal
29:30 Earthworks Audio - Podium Microphones
32:49 A Message From Digico
33:52 The Paragon Angle: Audio Accoustics & Intelligibility
38:39 A Message From Digital Great Commission Ministries
39:35 Let's Talk Moving Lights
40:00 CRI - What Is it? and Why Does It Matter with Moving Lights?
45:12 Hybrid Lights Explained
50:37 Let's Talk Haze
54:21 Recap All The Lights We Talked About
57:32 House Lights with a WiFi twist!
01:00:32 Cyc Lights
01:02:23 How Do We Get In Touch With ProLights?
01:03:48 The Tech Arts Podcast Close