Church Audio Installation Market Weighton

We recently completed a professional church audio installation at St John’s Methodist Church in Market Weighton near York, upgrading the venue with a modern, high-quality sound system designed to improve clarity for both speech and music.

Speaker System Installation Upgrade

The existing system was no longer delivering sufficient coverage, so we installed:

• A pair of Electro-Voice ZX1 speakers in white
• Positioned either side under the balcony for optimal sound dispersion

This setup ensures clear and consistent audio coverage throughout the congregation area.

Mixing & Amplification

The system is powered and controlled via:

• A Crown amplifier for reliable performance
• A Yamaha MG20 mixer for flexible audio control

To complement the church’s interior, we installed a bespoke JM Lecterns oak veneer mixing desk cabinet. This custom unit:

• Houses the mixer on an angled surface for ease of use
• Neatly integrates the wireless microphone systems
• Blends seamlessly with the church’s traditional wooden décor

Wireless Microphone System

For flexible use during services and events, we installed:

• Two Audio-Technica handheld radio microphone system microphones
• Lapel microphone systems for hands-free use

This allows clear speech for sermons, readings, and presentations.

Music Connectivity

To support live music and visiting musicians, we installed:

• A 12-way stage box at the front of the church
  • 8 sends and 4 returns
• Cabling discreetly routed under the floor for a clean finish

This provides easy plug-and-play connectivity for instruments and additional microphones.

The Result

This installation delivers a clear, reliable, and easy-to-use sound system, significantly improving intelligibility for spoken word while also supporting live music.

The combination of modern audio technology and bespoke furniture ensures the system is both functional and visually in keeping with the church environment.

Equipment Relocation & System Optimisation

As part of the church audio system installation, we were also tasked with relocating the existing sound equipment cabinet from the upstairs balcony to a new position downstairs.

This involved carefully extending all signal and speaker cabling to reach the new control location, ensuring seamless integration with the upgraded system.

Relocating the control position into the main congregation area provides several key benefits:

• Accurate sound monitoring from where the audience is seated
• Improved control of volume levels and clarity during services
• Easier day-to-day operation for church staff and volunteers

Previously, operating the system from the balcony made it difficult to judge how the audio was performing within the space. This upgrade now allows operators to make real-time adjustments with confidence, resulting in a far better listening experience for the congregation.