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LED Wall
What Size LED Wall Do You Need? The Complete Guide for Churches, Venues, and Events
LED walls have gone from “something mega-churches and concert tours use” to “something every church, corporate venue, restaurant, and event space is considering.” The prices […]
Audio
Have Sticky or Stuck Faders on your Allen & Heath Digital Console?
Allen & Heath mixers can suffer from sticky faders due to dirt or mechanical issues. To fix, identify the cause by inspecting and cleaning the fader tracks, or recalibrating. If problems persist, consider replacing the faders. Regular maintenance, using the correct lubricant, and protecting the mixer from environmental damage are key preventive measures. Consult professional services for persistent issues.
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Press Release: The Penn Group Launches Total Console Coverage
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE First-of-Its-Kind Protection Plans for Allen & Heath Mixing Consoles New service program brings peace of mind to houses of worship with comprehensive […]
Product Comparisons
Allen & Heath dLive S-Class vs. C-Class: Choosing the Right Flagship System
Same XCVI processing power, different deployment scenarios. Here’s how to determine if you need S-Class or C-Class dLive. Allen & Heath’s dLive represents the pinnacle […]
Audio
Allen & Heath SQ Series vs. New Qu Series: Which Digital Mixer Is Right for You?
The all new QU-5, QU-6, QU-7 series brings XCVI processing to Allen & Heath’s most popular mixer line. Here’s how it stacks up against the […]
Audio Visual Integration
3 Things You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Live Stream (With No Money)
If your live stream doesn’t sound as good as you’d like, the problem usually isn’t your camera, your internet, or your budget. In most cases, […]
Product Reviews
Review: Allen & Heath Qu-5D for 2026
The QU-5D is perfect for Churches, Rental Houses, DJs/Clubs, Live Performance Venues, Corporate Training halls, and more. A Modern, Compact Digital Console with Built-In Dante […]
Audio Visual Integration
Why PGX FLiP Is Exceptional for Churches, Tradeshows, Event Venues, and Corporate Offices
Modern audiences expect crisp visuals, flexible layouts, and seamless experiences—without the headaches that typically come with complex AV. PGX FLiP stands out because it solves […]
Audio
Allen & Heath dLive vs Yamaha DM7
How do you choose between dLive or DM7? Our in depth blog helps you understand the differences. Touring-Grade System vs Self-Contained Console When selecting a […]
Audio Visual Integration
Top 10 Trends for Modern Live Event Production in 2026 | Complete Guide
The live event production industry is experiencing a revolutionary transformation in 2026. From AI-powered personalization that creates bespoke attendee experiences to immersive LED environments that […]
Audio
Review: Allen and Heath Avantis 2026
Allen and Heath Avantis Review 2026, the best console for Church, Theater, Schools and Event Spaces. Updated December 2025. Overview of the Avantis Avantis Desk […]
Product Reviews
Review: JBL SRX 910 Line Array for 2026
The JBL 910 Line Array is a punchy, lightweight, and versatile system that is an excellent complement to the JBL Pro lineup. Updated in December […]
Audio Visual Integration
Why Use an LED Wall Calculator? Faster Quotes, Fewer Mistakes, Better Results
If you’ve ever priced (or purchased) an LED wall, you know the experience can get confusing fast. Pixel pitch, resolution, viewing distance, panel sizes, aspect […]
Allen and Heath Authorized Repair
Allen and Heath Avantis: Unable to Connect to Main Board Error. How To Solve
If you work with an Allen & Heath Avantis console long enough, you may encounter the dreaded MCU communication error, typically shown as: “Unable to […]
event-rentals
The Top 10 Things That Go Wrong During an Event Rental — and How to Avoid Them
Planning an event is stressful enough. Between managing vendors, coordinating schedules, and ensuring everything looks and sounds perfect, there’s little room for error. Unfortunately, in […]
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Press Release: Introducing Backstage Membership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Gear by The Penn Group Launches Backstage Membership: 5 Years of Collaboration Delivering the Best Way to Get Gear [Columbus, Ohio] — […]
Audio Visual Integration
Top 10 Mistakes Churches Make in AVL Integration Projects in 2026
Upgrading a church sanctuary with modern audio, video, and lighting (AVL) systems can greatly enhance the worship experience – when done correctly. Unfortunately, many churches […]
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Press Release: The Penn Group is an Authorized Shure Dealer
Press Release The Penn Group Announces Authorized Dealership with Shure, Expanding Premium Audio Solutions Portfolio [Columbus, Ohio] – [9-19-25] – The Penn Group is proud […]
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Introducing PENN LED: Elevating Visual Impact with Direct View LED Technology
The Penn Group is proud to unveil its newest division: PENN LED—a brand built exclusively to deliver premium direct view LED display solutions for performance […]