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Places of Worship

Modern technology is fast finding its way into all kinds of religious premises. GK Audio Visual install projectors, screens, sound systems, hearing aid loops, radio microphones and much more.

We appreciate that sacred buildings demand a sympathetic approach and we look forward to working with you to provide a cost-effective system that will blend in with the architecture of your premises.

Video projectors and plasma screens can be used to show videos and DVD's, and increasingly, display hymn lyrics using either Powerpoint or specialist software. Interestingly, as a direct result of the soon-to-be-introduced UK ban on smoking in public places, weatherproof and damage-proof outdoor screens are now available. These could be coupled with a digital signage program to give you a continually moving and updated 24hr noticeboard outside your premises.

Most places of worship now have sound reinforcement systems, and with the Disability Discrimination Act in mind, hearing loop systems (also known as AFILS) are being provided for the hard-of-hearing. The Act compels all public buildings to make “reasonable adjustments” to ensure easy access for disabled people, and fitting an induction loop is one of the most effective things a church can do to make its services accessible. More and more people in our society suffer some sort of hearing loss, especially amongst the elderly. A loop will become a more and more valuable asset as the years go by. Legalities aside, it is important that your church is seen to be extending a welcome to the hearing impaired.

Radio mics are always popular, as many preachers and worship leaders enjoy the freedom of wireless operation. Good quality modern radio mic systems can operate without the interference, distortion, and signal drop outs that plague older (and poorer quality) systems. We recommend you stay away from most “budget” models of radio mic, as we have found their performance to be rather inconsistent, especially in older, more substantial buildings.

A much-appreciated service that GK Audio Visual also offer is the hire & operation of a temporary A/V link for all types of religious services (weddings, christenings, blessings and funerals) to relay sound & video either to an adjacent room or building, or outside. This has been invaluable in situations where large numbers of people attend a service and the main building is not big enough to accommodate them all. The equipment required is discreet and the sound & video reproduction equipment can be tailored to suit the circumstances of the secondary audience, from a 42" plasma screen and its speakers up to multiple 8ft screens and high power sound systems. For outdoor use, weatherproof screens and PA systems are available.

We install equipment for just about any religious affair. We have an excellent track record in installation work and look forward to being of service. We specialise in providing the right equipment to benefit your congregation.