StudioLive RML16AI In-Ear Monitor Mixing Guide
How to Mix PreSonus StudioLive RML16AI In-Ear Monitors for a Studio-Quality Mix Mixing PreSonus StudioLive RML16AI in-ear monitors (IEM) correctly can dramatically improve how musicians hear themselves on stage. With the right gain staging, EQ, compression, and effects routing, the RML16AI can deliver a studio-quality monitor mix that reduces ear fatigue, improves pitch accuracy, and […]
Small ROCK BAND Mixer Cheat Sheet
No overheads2 kick micsMale lead vocal addedUse as starting points only. Adjust by ear. ==================================================CHANNEL LISTKick Mic 1 – Front / OutsideKick Mic 2 – Batter / Beater SideSnareRack TomFloor TomHi-HatElectric GuitarBassKeyboard Left / MonoKeyboard RightMale Lead Vocal ==================================================CHANNEL SETTINGS CH 1 – KICK MIC 1Purpose: Low-end thump and bodyGain: Strong, no clipGate: OnThreshold: MediumAttack: […]
Quick Cheatsheet For Mixer Settings
CH 1 Kick outsideGate onComp 4:1Add low, cut mud CH 2 Kick batterGate onComp 4:1Cut mud, add attack CH 3 SnareLight gateComp 4:1Cut boxy, add crack CH 4 Rack tomGate onComp 3:1Cut mud, add body CH 5 Floor tomGate onComp 3:1Cut mud, add fullness CH 6 Hi-hatNo gateLittle or no compCut lows CH 7 GuitarUsually […]
Definitions for Mixer Terms
In music and live sound, these mean: GainGain is the amount of signal boost added at the input stage, usually from a microphone or instrument before the sound goes through the rest of the mixer channel. Think of it as the “starting strength” of the signal. Example:If a microphone signal is weak, you raise the […]
Drum Setup on Mixer for Live Rock Band
Here is a practical StudioLive 32S drum starting chart for your exact setup for a small venue. For a larger venue or outdoor, you may want to add mics for your two overheads for your cymbals: Channel 1 = Kick front micChannel 2 = Kick batter-side micChannel 3 = SnareChannel 4 = Rack tomChannel 5 […]
Compression on Rhythm Guitar when Mixing Live Band
Compression can definitely be useful on rhythm guitars! The key is knowing when and how much to use. Here’s why and how you might want to apply compression to rhythm guitar: Why Use Compression on Rhythm Guitar? Control Dynamics: Rhythm guitars often have varying dynamics, with some notes being louder than others. Compression helps to […]
Compression for Mixing Bass Guitar When Mixing Live Band
Compression is highly recommended for bass guitar, and it’s one of the most common tools used in shaping bass tone for a mix. Here’s why you would use it, how to set it up, and when it’s appropriate: Why Use Compression on Bass Guitar? Control Dynamics: Bass guitars often have wide dynamic ranges, especially in […]
Important Music Frequencies
Music frequencies are the backbone of audio production, instrument design, and sound engineering. Understanding the frequency ranges of different instruments and vocals helps musicians, audio engineers, and producers create balanced mixes, capture the full sonic spectrum, and optimize recordings for both live and studio settings. Frequencies describe how often a wave or signal repeats over […]