What do you need to consider when purchasing gear? In this episode we'll guide you into making the right decisions!   Chapters: 01:19 Introducing today’s topic. 02:16 What information do we need to help you make a purchase 04:42 Cameras and Lighting 05:37 What measurements do I need to provide? 08:00 Cameras are always there, whether a cell phone or professional camera 09:53 Replace some lights – or all the lights? 13:53 How to preserve your lights to last longer? 16:15 Using Relays in your lighting system. 18:12 Dirty Power 21:38 Making the most out of what you have - Matching equipment to your budget and needs 25:44 Use someone professional when buying and installing lights 29:25 Things to keep in mind with budgeting and costs involved with buying gear. 35:21 We now offer custom flight cases on LearnStageLightingGear.com 37:08 Closing  Links: ETA Relays: https://www.e-t-a.com/products/relays_solid_state_remote_power_controllers/overview/ ETC Foundry Panel: https://www.etcconnect.com/Products/Architectural-Systems/Foundry/Mini-Panels/Features.aspx Elation RP2 https://www.elationlighting.com/rp2   Visit our sites/channels here: Learn Stage Lighting Gear https://www.learnstagelightinggear.com Learn Stage Lighting: https://learnstagelighting.com/about/  Learn Stage Lighting Labs: https://www.learnstagelightinglabs.com  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LearnStageLighting/featured   Requests, Ideas or Topics for the Podcast can be sent to [email protected]