Systems so Far

Chasing the last 1%- How Habits can Jumpstart successThe touring season as a whole seems to be slowing down for the year. I've taken it upon myself to spend some more time learning. This looks like setting some long and short-term goals. I recently picked up James...

How to Practice Self Care on tourThankfully, in this lovely music industry, over the past few years, we've begun a shift in the conversations and culture in our industry to be one that has started to openly discuss issues like work-life balance, mental health, and the...

A Balancing Act: Considering Stage Volume in PA TuningFor the past several years, I, as a system engineer, have often found myself joking that I now tune PAs for social media. While this seems like a strange statement on the surface, what is at the heart of it? Many...

What is a personal brand and why you need one? As a freelancer in any industry but certainly the live events industry it’s common knowledge that reputation is everything. So why is it that us as live event professionals so often don’t think of ourselves in the same...

unconventional must haves to enhance your touring kit In the world of live sound, innovation knows no bounds. As audio engineers, we're always on the lookout for tools that can streamline our workflow and elevate our performance. In this article, we'll explore three...

Exploring the relationships between data and artistry in sound systemsOne of the most valuable lessons I've learned over the past couple of years is the significance of approaching your work with intent. Whether it's a mix trying to evoke a feeling from the audience...