Your church sound system doesn’t have to overwhelm you
Whether you’re a worship leader or a sound volunteer at church, the sound system doesn’t have to be a source of frustration.
It CAN work properly at every rehearsal and every service.
Even the most novice volunteer can learn to run it well when you have it set up correctly.
We’ve all had that service where nothing goes right with the sound system.
Someone’s mic doesn’t work.
There’s a buzz that suddenly appears out of nowhere.
Or the mixes from week to week are totally inconsistent.
It’s a huge distraction from preparing for the service when the sound system doesn’t behave the way it should.
But it doesn’t have to be that way
You can learn to set up your sound system in a way that’s reliable, easy to use, and simple for training new volunteers.
You can learn to mix well (and teach your team to do the same) even if you’ve never had professional training.
You can set up your broadcast mix so that it’s a great representation of what it’s like there in-person… without spending tens of thousands of dollars on equipment.
I used to struggle to get the music to sound good, and I felt unprepared, like I didn’t really know what I was doing.
After going through Worship Sound Wisdom University courses, I found that I was better at preparing and understood the musical elements better.
I had a better idea of how compression worked, how compression could be used to affect tone, as well as the other tools at my disposal.
-Gibran, Vancouver, WA
Sign up for
Worship Sound Wisdom University
an online training membership specifically for worship leaders and church sound techs, with the courses that help you eliminate the mystery and frustration with sound at church.
You can get access to all the training you need to go from Start to Sound Ninja for the limited-time locked-in price of
$39/month
or $499 $397/year
(it's like 2 months free with annual subscription!)
Individual Membership
$39/month
Get access to the courses made just for you:
- Mixing Foundations for Beginners
- Broadcast Mixing, so your online mix feels great
- Amateur to Pro, so you can master every piece of your sound system
- Train the Trainer, where I share my secrets for bringing on new team members that last.
- Access to new courses as they're released
- Spiritual encouragement, not just technical information
Annual Membership - Best Value!
$397/year
The best deal for church sound training
- Mixing Foundations for Beginners
- Broadcast Mixing, so your online mix feels great
- Amateur to Pro, so you can master every piece of your sound system
- Train the Trainer, where I share my secrets for bringing on new team members that last.
- Access to new courses as they're released
- Spiritual encouragement, not just technical information
- Get 2 months free when you sign up for an annual membership!
WSWU for Teams + Coaching
Call to find out more!
Access for your ENTIRE team
- All the same courses as the individual membership
- UNLIMITED seats for your team
- A success call right away to make sure your team can make the most of WSWU
- 6 months of coaching calls
- The most effective way to train an entire team of church sound techs
Here’s how you get your sound system setup and your team trained to run it with excellence:
Sign up today, and here's what you'll get:
- Instant access to 4 courses for beginner, intermediate and advanced church sound techs, so you and your team can grow, whether they're an absolute beginner or a seasoned veteran.
- Clear, simple lessons, so you can begin with a good understanding of the tools and the job
- Understanding of every part of the sound system, so you can set your gear up for success.
- Advanced lessons for getting the most of the gear you already have, so you can avoid the headaches and wasted money.
- My step-by-step plan for training new sound techs who aren't ready to take the online courses themselves.
Can you tell me more about what courses I get with Worship Sound Wisdom University?
101 - Mixing Foundations
- The setup techniques that professionals use to keep your stage clean and noise-free, so Sunday is enjoyable, not stressful.
- How to use the tools on your console to get clear, controlled mixes that everyone can appreciate.
- How to build your mix step-by-step and leave behind the overwhelm and confusion.
- What never to do with your EQ. (Unless you want it to sound horrible.)
- Why compression just might be your new best friend while mixing. (If you get this right, you'll spend a lot less time chasing things around.)
201 - Broadcast Audio - Updated in 2022
- The foundational principles that help pros set up their console.
- How to make mixes that sound good on any device.
- The simple way to keep levels consistent between speaking and music.
- How to master your reverb and delay to put your listener in the room with you.
- How to build your broadcast mix from the ground up.
- Using bus compression to keep your mix in control and glued together.
- How to setup your broadcast mix room the right way to get the best mixes possible.
- How to set up your FOH console to make a great Broadcast mix at the same time, with little attention from the sound tech.
301 - Amateur to Pro
- How to create a “base scene” that keeps your team focused on what’s important - mixing in the moment, not setting things up.
- The foundational principles that help pros make great decisions and avoid the #soundtechsolo (these are hard to find on the internet).
- How to place a mic on ANY sound source to get the tone right before it even hits the console.
- The tools professionals use to tune speaker systems. (You'll be the Smaartest person in the room.)
- All the secrets your sound board is holding onto. (It won't be a mystery anymore.)
- How to use your compressor, and why it's your new secret tone control.
- How to run wireless gear without problems. (Dropouts will be a distant memory.)
401 - Train the Trainer
- How to recruit new sound techs, and train them quickly and effectively so you can have a break from doing it all yourself.
- The three areas you need to focus on for training a team that's healthy and hits the mark.
- The one requirement that's non-negotiable for any member of the sound team
- The three technical skills church sound techs need to master to get a great mix every week.
- Exercises for developing your mixer's musical ear, even if they're nerd through and through.
Here's what others are saying about Worship Sound Wisdom University:

The material that I’ve learned through the Worship Sound Wisdom Broadcast Mixing course has been exceedingly practical, and everything I’ve implemented from it has made a noticeable difference.
I especially appreciate James’ emphasis on the spiritual dimension of what we are doing, and his encouraging way of presenting things.
- Cliff, St. Petersburg, Florida

I’ve actually teared up watching my church worship knowing that a mix I created helped get them there, and the sound wasn’t a distraction.
James is extremely helpful, and you’ll feel like he’s not only a teacher, but a trusted partner with your church that is invested in improving the worship experience. He always goes above and beyond with help, advice, and feedback.
- Gibran Braithwaite, Vancouver, WA

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If you’re not completely satisfied with this program...
If it doesn’t help you achieve the joy of bringing excellence and skill to the sound board and the worship team...
If the simple explanations of things that seemed complex before don’t help you have confidence to keeping growing and learning the ways of professional audio engineers...
If the course doesn't help you eliminate the sound tech solos and frustrating noises...
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Individual Membership
$39/mo
Get access to the courses made just for you:
- Mixing Foundations for Beginners
- Broadcast Mixing, so your online mix feels great
- Amateur to Pro, so you can master every piece of your sound system
- Train the Trainer, where I share my secrets for bringing on new team members that last.
- Spiritual encouragement, not just technical information
Annual Membership - Best Value!
$397/year
The best deal for church sound training
- Mixing Foundations for Beginners
- Broadcast Mixing, so your online mix feels great
- Amateur to Pro, so you can master every piece of your sound system
- Train the Trainer, where I share my secrets for bringing on new team members that last.
- Spiritual encouragement, not just technical information
- Get 2 months FREE!
WSWU for Teams + Coaching
Call to find out more!
Access for your ENTIRE team
- All the same courses as the individual membership
- UNLIMITED seats for your team
- A success call right away to make sure your team can make the most of WSWU
- 6 months of coaching calls
- The most effective way to train an entire team of church sound tech

I used to feel unqualified when I ran sound at church. I needed someone had the wisdom and understanding to teach me, and Worship Sound Wisdom University was there to guide me with the lessons I needed to really master all the parts of the sound system. Now I feel the confidence that I’m in control of my mixes, and I’m a valuable member of the worship team. - Diego Duarte, Vista, CA