- Episode 323 of "Thinking Out Loud with Friends" centered heavily on the evolution and practical execution of remote mixing in live audio. The panel shared historical and modern experiences mixing performances from non-traditional spots like projection booths, trailers, and cars using iPads, Dante systems, and wireless tech. They debated whether remote mixing will become standard across various venue types, highlighting key challenges like logistics, equipment protection, and the critical role audience feedback plays in tuning a mix.The conversation also covered digital console preferences and the learning curve required when adapting to new workflows under time constraints. A major highlight was […]
- Show 322: Join this live stream of our Straight From The Source segment, welcoming a Q&A with Chris Stephens who will be presenting Stagetec AXIO – A Routing and I/O Hub for Pro Audio.This episode of Thinking Out Loud with Friends featured front-of-house engineer Chris Stephens presenting Stagetec’s innovative audio routing technology. The spotlight was on the new Axio product line and its TrueMatch mic converter technology, which performs direct A-to-D conversion at mic level without traditional analog preamps. This system delivers an impressive 164 decibels of dynamic range and ultra-low latency of just 13 samples, offering exceptional sound quality […]
- Show 321 (Edited): Join this live stream of our Straight From The Source segment, welcoming Robert Scovill who discussed in a Q&A format a multitude of topics including: a deep tech-dive on EAW ADAPTive and their latest loudspeaker line.In this session, sound reinforcement legend Robert Scovill leads an in-depth exploration of modern loudspeaker architecture, focusing on the acoustic evolution from conventional line arrays to adaptive steering technology. Highlighting Eastern Acoustic Works' (EAW) breakthrough developments, Scovill breaks down the fundamental engineering behind the NT series and Adaptive systems, explaining how physical driver layout and advanced acoustic design solve coverage issues directly […]
- Show 320: Was a casual, wide-ranging discussion among audio professionals, touching on recent live sound gigs, technical challenges with Waves plugins and computer updates, and experiences with various mixing consoles like M32, TF, Yamaha, and Avid S6L. Participants shared opinions on L-Acoustics Source Intelligence, D-Feedback, and other processing tools, as well as industry trends and console limitations. They also talked about upcoming guests for the Thinking Out Loud with Friends of SoundBroker show, including Tom Der, Robert Scovill, and Chris Stephens. The group covered topics like Taylor Swift’s possible residency, the World Cup, daylight saving time, and personal stories about past shows, […]
- Show 319: This was the 319th consecutive episode of "Thinking Out Loud," a live streaming show hosted by Jan, where industry professionals discussed various topics related to audio engineering and live events. The show featured multiple participants including David Dansky, Paul, Gregory, Kurt (working as a sound engineer during the broadcast), Ken Newman, and Michael Maxson from Meyer Sound. Key discussions included the current hot weather conditions across different regions, target curves in sound system tuning, Ken Newman's extensive audio chain and equipment setup, Barry Manilow's current tour and recent shows in the UK, and the concept of Arena One […]
- Show 318: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. The meeting covered a wide range of informal and technical topics, beginning with a discussion on technical issues regarding video filters and audio setups. Jan shared that their podcast had achieved 5,627 downloads globally, with Japan being the largest market, representing 32% of the listenership. The conversation then shifted to music and technical production, where attendees praised the exceptional talent and complex arrangements of musician Jacob Collier, and noted that artist Gary […]
- Show 317: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. Today’s meeting served as an informal forum for our panel to exchange updates on Infocom, travel plans, personal experiences living abroad, and global internet connectivity. Members shared technical observations from recent industry trade shows, specifically noting varying industry receptions to new audio software solutions, as well as layout strategies for modern venue audio systems. he technical segment of the session focused heavily on mixing console architecture, comparing the structural designs and processing efficiencies […]
- This was the 316th consecutive episode of "Thinking Out Loud with friends of Soundbroker," featuring a heavy focus on professional audio gear and industry insights. The team discussed Riley's upcoming delivery of a portable DMIX128 console from Sweetwater and shared technical specifications of vintage JBL E130 speakers from 1980s stadium setups. They also praised the massive audio quality improvements implemented by engineer Sully on Bruno Mars's current stadium tour using Sound Devices equipment to eliminate wireless distortion.Christopher shared ongoing frustrations regarding rebuilding efforts in Malibu and Pacific Palisades after the wildfires, highlighting three-month city permit delays, skyrocketing foundation costs, and […]
- Show 315: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our "Straight From The Source" segment which features a detailed product presentation by Phil Wagner and Danny Olesh from Violet Audio. The guest presenters introduced their ground-breaking new DMIX128 digital mixing system, highlighting its impressive core technical specifications. The system boasts 128 mixing channels, 88 buses, 96K processing, and an exceptionally low latency of 0.3 milliseconds, all running on a future-proof, browser-based architecture with an easily scalable interface.The discussion also dives into the console's advanced processing capabilities, including custom in-house designed effects engines with high-end FPGA reverbs, 24 […]
- Show 314: The meeting focused on discussing the proper placement of D-Feedback in audio mixing chains, with participants sharing their different approaches and experiences. Bruce, John, and Gregory debated whether to place D-Feedback as the first or last plugin in the chain, with Bruce using it last to clean up audio before applying it, while John and Gregory preferred it first to avoid overworking the AI. The conversation also covered various technical topics including CPU requirements, noise reduction versus feedback elimination, and specific use cases in different venues like stadiums and corporate events. Additionally, the group shared personal stories about past […]