Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by the Executive Director of Calling All Crows, Kim Warnick. We discuss sexual harassment at live events, how the laws affect freelancers and employees differently, and a day in the life of a touring crisis counselor. Notes Transcript This transcript was automatically generated. Please let me know if you discover any … [Read more...]
How to Choose a Digital Console & Deal With Cranky Artists
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by freelance FOH engineer for such artists as Barry Manilow, Chris Isaak, Julio Iglesias, Anita Baker, and Shirley MacLaine, Ken Newman. We discuss the definition of good sound, choosing the right digital console, and vocal reverb. I ask about What is good sound? Then some questions from … [Read more...]
Nobody Cares Until the Shit Hits the Fan
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by FOH sound engineer Sean Sullivan who has spent 26 years mixing some of the biggest bands on tour world wide. We discuss the importance of having a solid backup plan for every link in the signal chain and using virtual playback for sound system calibration. I ask about Have a solid backup plan when using Digital … [Read more...]
Intro to Digital Wireless Intercom with Peter Erskine
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by freelance coms and RF coordinator Peter Erskine. We discuss Unity Intercom, deploying intercom antennas properly, and the must have tools for today's RF technician. I ask about Intercom in the Pandemic Age For someone who has never heard of Bolero and Unity, please talk about the opportunities these technologies open … [Read more...]
What happens if you’re not familiar with a speaker?
Subscribe on iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play or Stitcher. Support Sound Design Live on Patreon. In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by Manager of Technical Services at GerrAudio Distribution, Ian Robertson, independent consultant and designer of AV systems, Arthur Skudra, and previous vice-president now board member of the AES for the Latin American Region, César Lamschtein. We discuss career advice coming out of the pandemic and how Tracebook can support … [Read more...]