Live Sound

David Loy is a Front of House Engineer, Monitor Engineer, and Production Manager who has mixed live for crossover country artist Kane Brown since 2017, in addition to shorter runs and one-off gigs with other high-profile acts including Sturgill Simpson, Blackbear, Alicia Keys, and Miguel. In recent years, Loy has gained experience mixing for broadcast, live-streamed, and pre-recorded performances, culminating in Kane Brown’s recent Amazon Music Live performance. Continue reading →

  As a performer, you want to deliver the best possible sound to your audience. You want to make sure that your voice is heard loud and clear, just like in a studio recording. That's where the LEWITT MTP W950 premium handheld mic ($799) comes in. Continue reading →

While there are many pro audio brands creating microphones for a wide array of applications, sometimes you need something that is specifically designed for a certain sound source. Remic Microphones specializes in creating mics that work for a number of classical instruments including violin, cello, double bass, brass and woodwinds. Throughout this Buyer's Guide, we'll be breaking down Remic Microphones product offerings and explaining the differences between the various model numbers. Before we get into it, let's talk about the history of Remic and how the brand got its start creating tools for capturing classical instruments in both the studio and live settings. Continue reading →

The lifestyle changes brought on by COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) have truly transformed the gig-based economy that many musicians and audio professionals work within. From venues being closed and tours being canceled to budgets being slashed and recording projects being put on hold, there certainly has been a lot of bad news for the people in our industry. Despite it all, the events of the past few months have brought our community closer together than ever before. Whether you have a few extra bucks to spare or you're an artist, engineer, live crew member in need of support, we've put together a list of organizations that are here to help those that have been affected by the crisis. Continue reading →

For years now, Tascam has been a known name in the world of affordable audio mixers and recording solutions. In the latter half of 2019, the storied gear giant created two new product offerings, the Model 16 and Model 24. Think of the Model 16 and Model 24 as all-in-one solutions. Something that would fit perfectly in a practice space, studio, or live venue. Both mixer/interfaces bring together the warmth of an analog signal and a digital workflow, along with an impressive array of on-board features including effects, Bluetooth wireless, and so much more. Want to discover more? Continue reading below to learn about the Tascam Model 16 and Model 24 to find out if they're right for you. Continue reading →