How to Buy and Sell Used Gear
Interview with Mendel Rosenberg of Gearsupply about how to get the best deals on used production hardware without getting scammed or violating tax laws. http://sounddesignlive.com/
Jun 22, 2024•50 min
Sound Design Live - Career building interviews on live sound, theatre, AV, recording, and sound system tuning
Build your career as a sound engineer.
The podcast for live audio professionals. Interviews with the leading innovators in concert, theatre, and corporate production. Submit your questions: http://buff.ly/Nwpsf0
Nathan Lively is a Career Coach for Audio Professionals, Podcast Consultant for Small Businesses, and Author.
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Episodes
No Technical Element Should Distract You from the Story on Stage
https://www.sounddesignlive.com/david-strang/ Interview with the vice president of audio at PRG, David Strang, about sound system design for Broadway and the challenges in the post-Covid audio industry. 💙 Start supporting Sound Design Live today for as little as $5/month on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
May 25, 2023•51 min
The Bass Whisperer: From Confusion to Alignment
Why are so many sound systems out of alignment? I dig into this subject with Scott Adamson from The Production Academy and introduce my new tool for subwoofer alignment. Video: https://youtu.be/uG1U_0iQTE0 - SubAligner: https://www.subaligner.com/ - My first interview with Scott: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/foh-mixing-eq-it-till-it-sounds-good-scott-adamson - The Complete Guide to Measurement Microphone Placement for Subwoofer Alignment: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/the-complete-guide-to-...
Apr 25, 2023•40 min
Random Questions with Nick Malgieri from d&b
I had the opportunity to visit the d&b office in Asheville to measure their speaker inventory and chat with Advanced Systems Specialist, Nick Malgieri. d&b education: https://www.dbaudio.com/global/en/education/ Tracebook: https://trace-book.org/ _______ Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/aaron-paul-low/thought-patterns https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/let-good-times-roll
Mar 31, 2023•22 min
IEM: The Recipe for Failure and How to Avoid It
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/iem-the-recipe-for-failure-and-how-to-avoid-it/ In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by Beirut based freelance live sound engineer, tour/project manager specializing in IEM mixing, and tech specialist for the middle east and africa region for Meyer Sound, Sana Romanos. We discuss touring around Europe and the middle east and mixing IEMs. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com...
Mar 11, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Why is the 125 Hz band so Important?
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/why-is-the-125-hz-band-so-important/ Interview with the author of Rock and Pop Venues: Acoustic and Architectural Design and founder of Flex Acoustics, Niels Adelman-Larsen. We discuss room acoustics, reverb time, and sound system design. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Jan 19, 2023•1 hr 10 min
Sexual Harassment Is a Workplace Safety Issue
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/sexual-harassment-is-a-workplace-safety-issue/ Interview with Kim Warnick on sexual harassment at live events, how the laws affect freelancers and employees differently, and a day in the life of a touring crisis counselor. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Dec 09, 2022•30 min
How to Choose a Digital Console & Deal With Cranky Artists
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/how-to-choose-a-digital-console-deal-with-cranky-artists-ken-newman/ 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. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/s...
Nov 10, 2022•1 hr 13 min
Nobody Cares until the Shit Hits the Fan
Complete show notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/nobody-cares-until-the-shit-hits-the-fan/ Interview with FOH sound engineer Sean Sullivan about having a solid backup plan for every link in the signal chain and using virtual playback for sound system calibration. Starting supporting Sound Design Live today for only $5 at https://patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Sep 07, 2022•58 min
Intro to Digital Wireless Intercom with Peter Erskine
Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/intro-to-digital-wireless-intercom-with-peter-erskine/ Interview with freelance coms and RF coordinator Peter Erskine on Unity Intercom, deploying intercom antennas properly, and the must have tools for today's RF technician. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Aug 13, 2022•54 min
What happens if you're not familiar with a speaker?
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/?p=48254 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 your work in the field when you run into speakers you're not f...
Jun 15, 2022•50 min
Nothing in an audio analyzer tells you how good it sounds
show notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/?p=48178 In this episode of Sound Design Live I'm joined by Advanced Systems Specialist at d&b audiotechnik, Nick Malgieri. We discuss the self-aware PA system and the future of live sound, cardioid subs, and why there's no polarity switch in d&b amps. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 1 min
that moment when you realize monkeys are trying to steal your gear
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/that-moment-when-you-realize-monkeys-are-trying-to-steal-your-gear/ Interview with Chief Engineer at B2B Podcast Agency, K Bharath. We discuss podcast production and the dangers of outdoor production in Thailand. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Feb 23, 2022•22 min
When will this 'immersive' fad be over?
show notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/?p=47989 In this episode of Sound Design Live my guests are the Director of System Optimization and Senior Technical Support Specialist at Meyer Sound, Bob McCarthy and Josh Dorn-Fehrmann. We discuss the perception of immersive sound systems from marketing nonsense to power system design tool.
Dec 18, 2021•1 hr 28 min
EQ Your Vocal Reverb Return
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/eq-your-vocal-reverb-return-shawn-dealey/ In this episode of Sound Design Live my guest is producer, engineer, and FOH mixer for artists such as Counting Crows, Goo Goo Dolls, and Avril Lavigne, Shawn Dealey. We discuss finding your sound, tips for mixing live vocals, and sound system calibration. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $5: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Oct 28, 2021•1 hr 28 min
Be Helpful From Anywhere in the World (pandemic or not)
Show notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/be-helpful-from-anywhere-in-the-world-pandemic-or-not/ Interview with freelance sound engineer and audio entrepreneur Ed Kingstone about streaming events, remote mixing, and staying in business during a pandemic. Start supporting Sound Design Live today on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Aug 21, 2021•1 hr 18 min
You Need a Sound System Preflight Checklist
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/you-need-a-sound-system-preflight-checklist/ In this episode of Sound Design Live my guest is by applications engineer for touring systems at L-Acoustics, Vic Wagner. We discuss sound system tuning, immersive audio, modular workflows, benchmarking performance and designing loudspeaker presets. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Jul 29, 2021•1 hr 8 min
How to Settle Arguments and Get a Job Using Prediction Software
Show notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/how-to-settle-arguments-and-get-a-job-using-prediction-software/ Interview with Jeremiah Karni from Adamson Systems about working with Broken Social Scene and the power of prediction software. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 16 min
Loudness Metering, Getting Jobs, and IEMs
Three short interviews: Loudness Metering for FOH Mixers with Wayne Hawthorne, How do sound engineers get hired? (with Scott Adamson), Helping Your Clients Transition to IEMs (with Aleš Štefančič)
Jun 09, 2021•28 min
Building Virtual Mix Environments for Education
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/building-virtual-mix-environments-for-education/ In this episode of the Sound Design Live podcast I talk with Sam Fisher from AudioFusion about entrepreneurship, software development, and sound engineer training in virtual mix environments. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
May 29, 2021•46 min
What we learned about the LV1 and loudness metering in DC
Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/what-we-learned-lv1-loudness-metering-in-dc/ Interview with mastering and live sound engineer Michael Curtis about doing sound for the processional for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
Apr 17, 2021•1 hr 46 min
NEW WORKSHOP: Phase Alignment Science Academy
Learn more: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/phase-alignment-science-academy/
Apr 08, 2021•3 min
How to Make a Stage Plot That Will Save You Time and Misunderstanding
Show notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/make-stage-plot-save-time-and-misunderstanding/ Interview with long-term festival patch monkey Beth O'Leary about audio riders and stage plots. Start supporting Sound Design Live today:https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Mar 19, 2021•38 min
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Feb 26, 2021•2 min
The Difficult Balance of Hustle and Self-care for Live Event Technicians
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/the-difficult-balance-of-hustle-and-self-care-for-live-event-technicians/ Interview with licensed professional counselor Danielle Bowker about finding balance between road and home. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Feb 17, 2021•36 min
The 5%: Women in Pro Audio
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/women-in-pro-audio-susan-williams/ In this episode of Sound Design Live, I talk with writer and podcaster for SoundGirls and Associate Course Director at Full Sail University, Susan Williams. We discuss sexism in pro audio, remote learning, and constructive criticism. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Jan 08, 2021•51 min
What (wo)men want: How IEM mixes differ by gender
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/what-women-want-how-iem-mixes-differ-by-gender/ In this episode of the Sound Design Live podcast I talk with Anthony Karydis from Mativision about how they accomplish 360º interactive live video streaming with zero crew. We also disucss their proprietary cameras and multi-channel playback hardware and live mixing concerts. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Dec 20, 2020•1 hr 15 min
I'm Here to Make You Sound as Good as Possible
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/make-you-sound-as-good-as-possible-nathan-short/ In this episode of Sound Design Live, I talk with technical lead at Void Acoustics, Nathan Short. We discuss setting up sound systems for DJs, an alternative to using compressors out of fear, and paying for sound systems with alcohol. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Dec 04, 2020•49 min
Right Now Is the Best Time to Build
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/right-now-is-the-best-time-to-build/ In this episode of Sound Design Live, I talk with the founder of AV educate, Omar Colom. We discuss getting gigs, losing gigs, and networking. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Nov 07, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Gain Before Feedback Is Independent of the Level of the Talker
Complete Show Notes: https://www.sounddesignlive.com/gain-before-feedback-is-independent-of-the-level-of-the-talker-jason-romney/ Interview with professor of design and production at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Jason Romney. We discuss theatrical sound design, fighting microphone feedback and the Smurf inside your compressor. Start supporting Sound Design Live on Patreon today for as little as $1: https://www.patreon.com/sounddesignlive
Sep 30, 2020•1 hr 25 min
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