On-Stage Monitors Analysis
MONITORS
On-stage monitors are really important as they allow the musicians on stage to be able to hear themselves clearly. There are different types of on-stage monitors that suit different needs. Passive stage monitors have external amplifiers and are less costly to replace if they fail, as the power amp does not need to be replaced if only the monitor fails. Passive monitors are often preferred for venues with installed sound systems. Powered or active stage monitors have amplifiers built right into the cabinet. This is useful for musicians who have to supply their own monitors. Having the speaker and the amplifier in one enclosure makes it a more portable option compared to carrying multiple pieces of equipment. On the downside, they are …show more content…
A direct box (DI) can be used when the guitar amplifier is small and produces a thin sound. The DI takes an unbalanced, high impedance signal and converts it to a balanced, low impedance signal. The signal is able to travel over long cables with less signal loss. The DI boxes include filters to emulate speaker response and can be connected directly to the extension speaker outlet of the amplifier. The Live Wire Solutions SPDI is a passive DI and is commonly used on stage. The Whirlwind IMP 2 Standard DI is similar, affordable and does the job …show more content…
Mixing for a studio and for a PA system is very different. Firstly, the aim of mixing on a studio is to allow the listener to hear every single component of the song or music and to deliver as much impact as possible when played back through his or her own speakers. Every single instrument should be mixed to fit in the track and blend well with the other instruments. Dynamics and the EQ would be more precise and critical when mixing for a CD than a PA system. A sound engineer usually mixes in a DAW while hearing the sound through studio monitors as they provide a flat response. The goal of a PA mix should be for the audience to be able to hear the instruments on stage and to prevent feedback during the show. The live sound engineer balances the audio sources in a way that suits the needs of the event
On-stage monitors are really important as they allow the musicians on stage to be able to hear themselves clearly. There are different types of on-stage monitors that suit different needs. Passive stage monitors have external amplifiers and are less costly to replace if they fail, as the power amp does not need to be replaced if only the monitor fails. Passive monitors are often preferred for venues with installed sound systems. Powered or active stage monitors have amplifiers built right into the cabinet. This is useful for musicians who have to supply their own monitors. Having the speaker and the amplifier in one enclosure makes it a more portable option compared to carrying multiple pieces of equipment. On the downside, they are …show more content…
A direct box (DI) can be used when the guitar amplifier is small and produces a thin sound. The DI takes an unbalanced, high impedance signal and converts it to a balanced, low impedance signal. The signal is able to travel over long cables with less signal loss. The DI boxes include filters to emulate speaker response and can be connected directly to the extension speaker outlet of the amplifier. The Live Wire Solutions SPDI is a passive DI and is commonly used on stage. The Whirlwind IMP 2 Standard DI is similar, affordable and does the job …show more content…
Mixing for a studio and for a PA system is very different. Firstly, the aim of mixing on a studio is to allow the listener to hear every single component of the song or music and to deliver as much impact as possible when played back through his or her own speakers. Every single instrument should be mixed to fit in the track and blend well with the other instruments. Dynamics and the EQ would be more precise and critical when mixing for a CD than a PA system. A sound engineer usually mixes in a DAW while hearing the sound through studio monitors as they provide a flat response. The goal of a PA mix should be for the audience to be able to hear the instruments on stage and to prevent feedback during the show. The live sound engineer balances the audio sources in a way that suits the needs of the event