Live Sound

Performer Mag’s guide to live sound and how to perform live music.

REVIEW: Omnicharge Omni 20+ and Omni Ultimate Power Banks

If you’re a creator on-the-go, power is always a concern. With all of our devices running off of rechargeable batteries, making sure you don’t run out of juice when you need it is a big deal. Portable battery solutions are a must, and Omnicharge has two offerings: the...

QSC CP8 Review

Let’s face it – those 20-year-old speakers in your band’s rehearsal space are in need of an...

MACKIE DL32s Digital Mixer REVIEW

In the studio, performers want every option, with the ability to fine tune every possible aspect....

Peavey 6505MH Mini Head Review

The basis for Peavey’s 6505 series goes back to the early ’90s, and over the years has seen...

GEAR REVIEW: MACKIE DL32R Rack-Mounted Digital Mixer

by Chris Devine | Apr 27, 2015 | Best Studio Mixers, Live Mixers

MACKIE DL32R Rack-Mounted Digital Mixer - $1999 Pros: Super flexible as a DAW or a Live Mixer, quality construction. Cons: Only works with iOS, no Android compatibility....

Mackie Redesigns and Expands ProFX Series

by Benjamin Ricci | Apr 15, 2015 | Best Studio Mixers, Live Mixers

Mackie today announces the launch of ProFXv2 Series Professional Effects Mixers. The redesigned ProFXv2 series features an all-new preamp design and powerful new effects engine, delivering unmatched...

MUST WATCH: Audio-Technica System 10 PRO Rack-mount Digital Wireless Systems

by Benjamin Ricci | Apr 6, 2015 | Dynamic Microphones & Other Live Mics

So, how can you beef up that wireless rig for your tour or live event? Check out the video below to learn more about the Audio-Technica System 10 PRO Rack-mount Digital Wireless Systems. For more...

MUST WATCH: Audio-Technica System 10 Stack-mount Digital Wireless Systems

by Benjamin Ricci | Mar 30, 2015 | Live Sound

So, how can your band stack-mount digital wireless systems as part of your touring rig? Check out the video below to learn more about Audio-Technica's System 10 Stack-mount Digital Wireless Systems.

Ridiculously Easy DIY Tips for Shooting Multi-Angle Concert Videos

by Joe Rut | Mar 3, 2015 | Live Sound

...or The Crappy Cell Phone YouTube Concert Moment Video and You Since the launch of YouTube in 2005, music fans the world over have been witness to the online proliferation of what I like to call...

Behind-The-Scenes with Dr. Z, America’s Premier Boutique Amp Builder

by Taylor Northern | Feb 16, 2015 | Amplifier Reviews

The Doctor Is In! What's an electric guitar without an amp? Let's be honest, rock wouldn't have been birthed until some crusty bluesman cranked his tiny tube amp to 12 so he could be heard over the...

Electro-Voice introduces EKX portable loudspeakers at NAMM 2015

by Benjamin Ricci | Jan 29, 2015 | Best Portable PA Systems, Best Powered Speakers, Live Sound

Launching at NAMM 2015, the EKX series is the newest member of the Electro-Voice portable loudspeaker family, and combines legendary EV sound quality and reliability with the latest technology – all...

News From NAMM: Mackie Announces FreePlay Personal PA

by Benjamin Ricci | Jan 22, 2015 | Best Portable PA Systems, Live Sound

Mackie today announces an exciting portable, battery-powerable PA that delivers powerful, full-range sound anytime, anywhere - FreePlay Personal PA. Featuring Bluetooth® music streaming, a...

Looking Back at the 1972 Marshall Metal Face 100w Amp

by Benjamin Ricci | Jan 20, 2015 | Amplifier Reviews

The Beast That Launched a Thousand Riffs… BACKGROUND Marshall introduced the “metal face” era in 1969 and it lasted through 1976. 1972 is when Marshall began shipping amps with 6550 power tubes...

REVIEW: Audio-Technica System 10 Wireless Camera Mount Systems

by David Larson | Jan 15, 2015 | Dynamic Microphones & Other Live Mics

Audio-Technica ATW-1701/l ($449) & ATW-1702 ($399) Wireless Camera Mount Systems PROS: Easy to set up, great wireless range, fits well on camera mounts, crystal-clear audio. CONS: Battery takes...

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