Tag: Staging

Top five tips for a great live recording

The best albums are those recorded live. The energy in the room, the connection, the spontaneity; you simply cannot re-create that in a studio. Today’s technology has enabled us to capture art as sound like never before. No tape jams, less hum and feedback and total autopilot are of days past. I remember when all…
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Can I run my event on the wall outlets in the room?

Can I run my event on the wall outlets in the room? Power is everything. Without electricity, the lights wont go on, and your crowd of thousands wont be able to here you. Good power management is crucial to any live event. So can I run my event on the wall outlets in the room?…
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Top Ten Tips for a better vocal performance

Here are 10 tips for better vocal performances. These helpful hints have been curetted through countless hours of mixing sound from both a front of house and monitor position. We have had the privilege of working with many artist and styles over the years and although styles change, basic principles remain. The next time you…
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What is the US frequency spectrum

As many of you are aware, the US frequency spectrum is undergoing a massive shift. Wireless is a powerful tool both in performance and presentation. It has become so commonplace now, that we must all be aware of its functionality and physical attributes. So what is the US frequency Spectrum? According to Collins English dictionary,(…
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How important is the sound guy?

How important is the sound guy? Artists have stated that the guy mixing the show front of house can sometimes make or break a show. While the studio recording may be fantastic, and the artist is giving all they can to the audience, its the sound guys responsibility to amplify the talent and deliver. Today’s…
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Why Live Events?

Live events spark the sharing of ideas and culture. The best moments happen when we are together. We look forward to these moments and create memories that last forever. A group of people gathered around a commonality can move mountains and shift culture. Forums for exploration have existed since ancient Rome and beyond. It was…
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Product Spotlight – Se Electronics V7 Dynamic Vocal Mic

We are always searching for products that can give you that competitive edge. We got the opportunity to give the Se V7 a whirl. Divers, built like a tank, its a great tool for you arsenal. Upon first inspection, this is a solidly built, comfortable mic that looks great on any stage. SE claims the…
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Why is the band so loud?

What does the voice or instrument sound like naturally? What if we were to try and reproduce that rather than doctor something with more technology? I love tinkering with different microphones, eq settings, compression, effects, room acoustic, ext. But if the sound of a drum reverberating sounds like a tropical bird, I may look to…
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