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Jim Saurman

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(jerome) wrote in
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I started a thread here last week which touched on keeping the signal
chain the same to retain consistency in the sound of the vocals.
There were some here who were of the opinion that the key to a
consistent sound has nothing to do with gear, and that one should
always use different gear depending upon venue. Although everyone has
their own opinions, thought I'd post something I just read regarding
that exact topic.

I think that consistancy results from several key elements:

1. Familiarity with the equipment. It's not necessary to have the exact
same equipment each gig, because obviously you need a lot more when you
move from 500 seat halls to 5000 seat halls to 50000 seat stadiums, but the
engineer needs to know the equipment like the back of his hand.
2. Hardcore preventive maintenance. Make sure stuff is fixed BEFORE it
has a chance to break.
3. Familiarity with the venue.
4. Familiarity with the performer.
5. Plenty of time before the show to work out unexpected "last minute
disasters".
6. An experienced engineer with a good attitude as well as a good ear, who
realizes that he is working for three bosses: The Venue, The Audience, and
The Performers. A good soundman can make sure all three are happy, all the
time.

Obviously you aren't going to have all elements all the time, but get as
many as you can each time and you will be doing okay.

JIM

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