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9/4/2008
We are excited to announce that we will be providing full production for the
Art/Music/Justice Tour 2008
Artists include Sara Groves, Brandon Heath, Derek Webb, Sandra McCracken
and Charlie Peacock.
We will be providing a Nexo GeoS8 line array system w/S2 subs and PS8/PS15
fill boxes.  We will be using a Yamaha M7CL-48 console for mixing
FOH and monitors.  We will be using the new EW350 system from sennheiser for
in-ear monitor for the main artist as well as Aviom mixers for the band.
We will also be providing 3 * Panasonic DLP projectors and Draper Screens.
All video content was produced for the tour and will be run from Pro Video Player.
We will also be providing ETC Parnel and Ellipsoidal fixtures for lighting.
A custom Leprecon dimmer rack will be used as well as MAC300
moving head fixtures for color.  All lighting will be controlled by our Jands Vista T2
The tour will run for 6 weeks and will be a test for us as Dan Brown from REACH
will be the only tech person on the tour as well as being the Production Manager.
Please come say hi to us if we are in a town near you.
To learn more about the Art/Music/Justice tour click on the picture below.
 
9/2/2008
Almost 1700 miles later and we are back from southwestern Kansas.
We provided production for a Casting Crowns solo show in Dodge City.
We provided our Nexo GeoS12 system w/S2 subs and PS8 fills.
We also provided a 120k par rig and moving light package.
Casting Crowns provided their own pair of Digidesign Profile desks and
stage package.  They also are carrying Barco LED panels and Color Kinetics LED's
It was great to work with Darren, Carter, Harry and Marcus again.
They are great guys and very easy to work with.
The sold out crowd had a great time.
 
Here are a couple pictures from the night.
 
 
FOH Engineer Carter - mixing on the digidesign Profile
 
8/28/2008
We just finished a busy week with a teachers workshop day with sound, lighting
and video being provided as well as prepping a large amount of equipment for
a few different RNC shows in the Twin Cities. 
 
 
8/20/2008
We are currently working on several install projects as well as designing
several new projects to be installed in the near future.
We have several large sales of LED and conventional lighting as well
as a few Aviom projects and Sennheiser IEM systems and A&H consoles
in process for area churches and scholastic institutions.
 
 
8/18/2008
Well our summer is almost complete as we have just finished
one of the last festivals for us this season.
The weather at Higher Ground was amazing and the bands were great.
Casting Crowns, Big Daddy Weave, Mercy Me and Sara Groves were
the headliners this year with many other great artist during the day.
We used a Nexo GeoT system for the mainstage and our AAS groundstack
system for stage 2.  Both Stages had Dual Yamaha digital consoles with
Mainstage using the PM5D-RH and the 2nd stage using a pair of M7CL-48's.
Pictures to follow soon!
 
 
7/27/2008
Another couple weeks of shows have gone by with a flash.
We have done some fly dates with Sara Groves and GoFish.
We also provided full production for Go Fish in Sioux Falls, SD.
We just finished 2 weeks of shows up in Duluth, MN with one of our
production partners.  The Nexo GeoS12 rig and M7 were used througout
the 2 weeks.  We also had a moving light package up in Duluth along
with our Jands Vista T2.  Lots of accordians and fiddles were had by all.
 
 
7/1/2008
We have just finished our June festivals for this year.
We were in Wisconsin for Freedom Fest as well
as providing 4 complete systems for a MN family camp.
During this time we also flew to Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma and Texas
again.  It has been very busy but we feel blessed for all we have done
and seen in the last month.
 
 
6/26/2008
Another Busy weekend for us is over.
We had 2 festivals we were providing production, RiseFest had MercyMe,
Go Fish and more and 
Bash on the Farm included Sara Groves, Everyday Sunday and more.
 
We also provided production support for Sara Groves and Go Fish in
Omaha, NE and Altoona, IA.  There wasn't much time for anything
else.
 
For Sara Groves we provided our AAS ground stack system along with
a A&H ML5000-40 and a EAW monitor wedge package.
 
We provided a full Nexo system for Mercy Me including
GeoS12 Main Hangs, GeoS8 Side Hangs
Alpha S2 subs and PS8 front fills
For monitors we provided Alpha S2 sidefills, PS15 and PS10 monitors,
LS1200 drum and keyboard subs as well as Sennheiser EW300IEMG2's.
We provided a pair of Yamaha M7CL-48's for FOH and Monitors.
We also provide 10 * DesignSpot 575's and a Jands Vista T2.
We contracted the stage and roof which included a 120k par rig and specials.
We also provided 2 full backline setups keeping the openers and MM seperate.
It was great to work with Joel, Wes, Dustin, Bobby and Ryan again, as always.
 
Dual Nexo Geo S hangs
 
FOH console and drive as well as our Jands Vista T2
 
The Crowd enjoys Mercy Me - The weather was great all day!
 
 
June 2008
We recently added QSC Audio and EAW Proffesional Audio to our
list of dealers.  We are excited about the new lines.  We have been using
both of these for years and were happy that we are now able to offer
 these to our clients.
 
 
6/16/2008
Another couple weekends of festivals and outdoor shows are done.
We have been blessed with beautiful weather each weekend.
We even were able to avoid the rain in Iowa which as most of you know
has really taken a toll on that state.
We have also traveled to TN and CA for a few fly dates.
 
The Afters playing at a recent festival
 
 
6/4/2008
The summer festival season is alive and running full speed ahead.
This last weekend we had 3+ full sound and lighting packages out.
The rest of June is just as busy and we will be out every week.
We will be working with anyone from national touring artists to local bands.
We still have a few opening so feel free to contact us if you need
help on any aspect of your event.
 
 
5/28/2008
We were honored to be involved with the Minneapolis IJM Benefit Dinner
for the second year in a row.
We provided Sound, Lighting and Video as well as pipe and drape for the event.
It was a long day for our crew but everything came together.
Sara Groves who is a strong advocate for IJM played a couple
songs with a small band.
We look forward to working with IJM in the years to come.
* Below are pictures of Sara Groves on stage and another of the REACH Crew*
 
 
 
4/16/2008 
Jands Vista T2 Training
We just completed 2 days of factory training for our
Jands Vista T2.  The console will be going out for a month starting this next
week along with a full package of moving lights.
The Vista console is simply amazing and allows you to design
whatever you envision with ease.  Even complicated programming
step are easily accomplished. 
If you would like to test drive this console for yourself please give us a call
 
 
 
 
4/8/2008
We recently provided a full sound and lighting
production package for Grammy nominated and
Dove Award winning artist MercyMe.
We provided production for sold out shows WI and IA.
As always the guys from MercyMe were great to work with
Some of the equipment provided  includes
16 * Biamped Nexo GeoS12 system w/8 * S2 subs,
2 * Yamaha M7-48 Digital Console Package
and 10 * Elation DS575 spot/cmy/zoom moving head fixtures.
 
 
 
 
Spring 2008
We have been around the country and back again in the last few weeks.
We are currently supplying production support for Sara Groves
and Go Fish on their spring concerts and events.  If you see us on the
road please stop by and say Hi.
 
 
 
March 2008
We recently provided one of our Yamaha M7CL-48 Digital Mixing Consoles
and Ramtech 54ch. Splitter Snake
for Christian Recording Artist - Aaron Shust.
Shust is currently on tour with an M7 and specifically requested the console
for its ability to recall their settings.
 
 
 
We have added additional Nexo PS15 & 10 Cabinets as well as
LS1200 single 18" subs to our Inventory
We are now able to provide a full Nexo monitor package as well as
drum and sidefill subs for events or rentals. 
If you would like to demo any of our Nexo speakers please give us a call

Camco Tecton 28.2 and 38.4 amps added to our Inventory
These amps will be used to power our Nexo PS cabinets.
If you would like to demo our Camco Vortex or Tecton amps please give us a call
 
LS9-32 Added to our Inventory
This console will be going out with Sara Groves for her
Spring 2008 Shows along with our Aviom system.
If are considering a digital console purchase,
and would like to demo this model,  please contact us.
 
Note:  We are NOW BOOKING Festivals & Events for the 2008 Summer Season. 
Please gives us a call to talk about YOUR event. 
HURRY . . . our calendar is filling fast!
 
 
Go Fish - Snazzy Tour - Spring 2008
Nexo GeoS12 & GeoS8 systems w/Nexo PS fills
16 Fixture Moving Light Package
LED Lighting Package
Double Kabuki Drop
Full Production Package & Management
 
 
 
Additional Nexo Alpha S2 Subwoofers Added to Our Inventory
This allows us to provide sound for larger shows & festivals,
 along with the Nexo GeoS12 & GeoS8 Line Arrays.
 
 
 
 
Lorie Line Holiday Tour 2007
Full Touring Sound Package
 
 
Andrew Peterson - Behold the Lamb of God Tour 2007
w/ Sara Groves, Bebo Norman and more!
Full Touring Sound Package - Production Management
 
 
Constance E-Free Church - Christmas Program 2007 - Dec. 2007 Ligthing
 
 
Need to Breathe - Concert - College of St. Scholastica - Duluth, MN - Dec. 2007
Sound & Lighting
 
 
Sara Groves - CD Release Concert - NWC - Roseville, MN
Nov. 2007 - Sound
 
 
Buddy Guy Concert - NIACC - Mason City, IA
Nov. 2007 - Sound
 
 
Another Yamaha M7CL-48 Digital Mixing Console
Added to our Rental Inventory - Fall 2007
We have a variety of  Yamaha digital consoles to meet your event needs,
and product demos can be arranged for clients looking to purchase.
 
 
Northwestern College - Donor Banquet - Roseville, MN
Nov. 2007 - Nexo GeoS8 - 3 * 6 box hangs, Rigging