When scaling a comms system for church production, it's crucial to plan for both the current needs and future growth. Whether you’re running a small service with a handful of team members or managing a multi-site production with hundreds of people, the right system can make a big difference in how efficiently your team communicates and how well your production runs.

For smaller churches, a simple, localized intercom system might be enough. As you add more positions—like camera operators, lighting staff, and stagehands—your communication needs grow too. Wireless intercoms are an excellent choice here, as they offer flexibility for producers and other team members to move freely while staying in constant contact. As your team grows, you’ll need to scale your system to keep everyone connected, without overwhelming them with unnecessary noise.

Once you hit the point where communication needs to extend beyond one location—such as talking to teams in overflow rooms, multiple buildings, or even multi-site campuses—you’ll need to switch to a more sophisticated matrix system. These systems can grow with your church, supporting hundreds of channels with minimal hardware upgrades. You can start small and scale as needed, making this a great long-term investment.

While it’s easy to skimp on the intercom system in favor of other more visible equipment, neglecting quality comms can slow down your entire production. When production staff can’t hear or understand each other, it creates confusion and inefficiency. A solid intercom system—whether wired or wireless—ensures that your team stays in sync and can focus on the task at hand, making your live worship experience or livestream run smoothly.

Investing in the right comms system at the right time is critical for maintaining an organized, high-quality production as your church scales.