Posts relating to live audio & music production.
Present your input list in a standard format that any audio engineer, promoter, or rep, will understand. Your input list is an important document that makes up your technical rider. “Input” in this case refers to the sound sources you use on stage that need “inputting” into the venue sound system. The input list for … Read more
Did you get a loud hum coming through the PA system at your last show? Or is there a persistent ‘zzzz’ sound in your rehearsal room, especially when plugging in certain bits of equipment? If so, you are experiencing ‘earth loop’ or ‘ground loop’ hum. All musicians recognise this sound (especially guitarists) and the way … Read more
A student recently asked me answer some questions about concert tour management and live sound engineering to help her with a college project. I get a lot of these requests and am always happy to offer answers and advice (time permitting) and have even posted an FAQ to help with this type of research. However … Read more