🤷🏼♂️ ya, cell phone recording. Also, there was a lot of construction in the background so I had premiers noise removal tool on. When I make these videos I expose myself to the scrutiny of the world. I should give the videos the same level of care I give my clients.
Live mixing has changed so much in the last 15 years. I learnt how to do it on an analogue desk - no streaming, the only digital thing was a CD player! That said, the essential mixing skills stay with you and are still valid. I use them when I produce in Ableton Live.
I learned the digital workflow at school. But my course also prioritized learning the analog procedures because that is the basis of everything. now that I'm in the field, I find that people that stroll into my venue with only digital this digital that have absolutely no idea what they're doing. they require specific pieces of gear otherwise they're unable to mix, or even deal with things like frequency feedback... in my opinion, all of these digital tools are simply an easier way to help engineers perform. but the minute that engineer becomes dependent on any of those tools, they stop being an audio engineer. an audio engineer should be able to do exactly the same task with an analog only set up without things like smaart at their fingertips. digital can become a hindrance to a good engineer if they make the mistake of becoming reliant on these digital gadgets. if an analog desk confuses you, don't call yourself an engineer. if you need to load bunch of presets into a specific digital board otherwise you cannot mix then you're not an audio engineer. the fundamentals (being analog audio) are non-negotiable in my opinion. I perform exceptionally well with these digital tools availabke.. but if given only analog equipment, I find it much more fun to mix..
Hey your videos have helped me so much in the field thanks! I would love a video on using Dante controller with a CL/QL console and RIOs wireless etc..
I also consider a measurement mic to be a necessary part of my equipment list.. the TC Electronic Clarity device is pretty darned cool tho..never considered one tbh..thanks for that! SMAART's cost might make some folks balk tho..if the cost is hard to justify, especially if you're just starting out, there is a free & open source piece of software called 'Open Sound Meter' that is similar in functionality.. there are lots of tutorials online and although it is not quite on par with SMAART's functionality (yet), understanding how it works and how it can help you will put you miles ahead of the game when you are able to tackle a SMAART rig.. also 'REW' (room EQ wizard)--also free--might be helpful in understanding acoustics and psycoacoustical concepts (really aimed at the home hifi market tho, but still helpful). also I founf that playing around with Ease Focus 3 (also free) has helped me with understanding the system design of various venues.. helps in my decision making processes and mix decisions by familiarizing myself with dispersion patterns and sub configurations that I see from venue to venue.
This is great! And I couldn’t agree more . I do like ease. Never used REW. Smaart has a light version that is also sas based (subscription as a service). I think it’s a 100 bucks a year or something, more affordable than smaart full v8.
I prefer Sound Plant for audio cues. The Sonnect Sound Bullet is a never leave the house device. Other than that a few good DI, a good COMFPRTABLE set of headphones (I like Beyer), a good set of small screw drivers, and a good rechargeable USB charger block, and a basic soldering kit and loose TS, TRS and XLR connectors. Those are all must haves for my Tech Kit.
As for small screwdrivers: there are these pen shaped small bitholder things that I find super practical. I have one from wolfcraft and it has PH0, PH00 and 1.5mm/3mm slot bits, as well as a clip on one and a magnet on the other cap. I don't have it for long yet but it has come in handy so many times, I've always got it on me.
Hi, thanks for the video. It would be very helpful if you can add links in the description of the peripherals and software you use specially the one you mentioned which I think you said SMART? Would love to find out more about it. Thanks and good luck!
Can you explain what exactly you're running on QLab? I used it back for playing back samples and backingtracks + basic midi controls when i was working at a theater
As a beginner, what do you recommend to focus on getting first? Im not usually handling cues at my job, does that mean focus on the Smaart / RTA things?
The basics. Get them down to the point it’s second nature. Gain structure , routing / bussing / grouping . Advanced pa optimization can be down the rd. But for now focus on Pa placement. Why are you making those choices? A question I ask students and beginners all the time is “why are you making that choice?”. Right or wrong , if you have an answer , than you are critically thinking. Try to avoid “ I do it this way because so and so does it this way”. I know that’s a long winded answer but if you focus on the basics and always strive to fully understand your actions. You will grow , I promise. As far as what peripheral device to get first. Start with qlab or a wireless router. Learn qlab regardless if your not handling cues, you will at some point. A wireless router will give you remote access of to your devices.
That is not a router but a wireless access point with a built in switch. A router moves packets from one subnet to another subnet. What you have likely does not do that.
I wish you had gotten a little more descriptive of some of the peripherals instead of the “you should look into this” type of description. Doesn’t tell you about anything.
Thanks. What do you use QLab for? Specifically. I see that it question lights and audio? Using a stream deck? But what actual use case? Also, I couldn’t find Smart. I kept finding education tools. So what is Smart? Any links? What is your recommended WiFi router? Thank you.
@@kramerison for Qlab, for audio 1. Walk on / walk off music 2. Voice of god announcements 3. Fx 4 . Backing tracks Smart, spelled “smaart” by rational acoustics. Used for a lot of things such as time alignment, transfer functions , phase , Rta / spectrograph of the frequency field. 5. For routers I don’t really have a recommendation, I have used linksys stealths and cheap to links. Ultimately you need to consider ease of use , space in your kit and the distance range the router needs to cover.
I think that's what he meant by "you should look into this"... there comes a point when you have to take your education in your own hands.. if there's something he says that you should look into, Google it. you can't expect to always have information spoon-fed to you.. especially via CZcams tutorials.. it's so much more helpful if you can find the discipline to learn on your own.. not only is it more fulfilling to figure things out on your own, but you tend to retain that knowledge more effectively. plus audio engineering is one of those fields that you will be constantly learning throughout your career. you're not always going to have the benefit of having someone spoon feed you the knowledge.. at some point you're going to have to start reading and researching things on your own. this video was spot on. he has more in-depth videos on topics but you can't expect every video especially a sub 3min clip to go into detail on each piece of equipment.
🤷🏼♂️ ya, cell phone recording. Also, there was a lot of construction in the background so I had premiers noise removal tool on. Your right, when I make these videos I expose myself to the scrutiny of the world. I should give the videos the same level of care I give my clients.
🤷🏼♂️ ya, cell phone recording. Also, there was a lot of construction in the background so I had premiers noise removal tool on. When I make these videos I expose myself to the scrutiny of the world. I should give the videos the same level of care I give my clients.
Live mixing has changed so much in the last 15 years. I learnt how to do it on an analogue desk - no streaming, the only digital thing was a CD player! That said, the essential mixing skills stay with you and are still valid. I use them when I produce in Ableton Live.
I learned the digital workflow at school. But my course also prioritized learning the analog procedures because that is the basis of everything. now that I'm in the field, I find that people that stroll into my venue with only digital this digital that have absolutely no idea what they're doing. they require specific pieces of gear otherwise they're unable to mix, or even deal with things like frequency feedback... in my opinion, all of these digital tools are simply an easier way to help engineers perform. but the minute that engineer becomes dependent on any of those tools, they stop being an audio engineer. an audio engineer should be able to do exactly the same task with an analog only set up without things like smaart at their fingertips.
digital can become a hindrance to a good engineer if they make the mistake of becoming reliant on these digital gadgets. if an analog desk confuses you, don't call yourself an engineer. if you need to load bunch of presets into a specific digital board otherwise you cannot mix then you're not an audio engineer. the fundamentals (being analog audio) are non-negotiable in my opinion.
I perform exceptionally well with these digital tools availabke.. but if given only analog equipment, I find it much more fun to mix..
your videos have helped me a lot so far :) thanks dude
Great info! Thanks for sharing.
Hey your videos have helped me so much in the field thanks! I would love a video on using Dante controller with a CL/QL console and RIOs wireless etc..
What kind of vest is that? Would you have a link? Your videos rock 🤘🏽. Thanks so much 🙏🏼
I also consider a measurement mic to be a necessary part of my equipment list.. the TC Electronic Clarity device is pretty darned cool tho..never considered one tbh..thanks for that!
SMAART's cost might make some folks balk tho..if the cost is hard to justify, especially if you're just starting out, there is a free & open source piece of software called 'Open Sound Meter' that is similar in functionality.. there are lots of tutorials online and although it is not quite on par with SMAART's functionality (yet), understanding how it works and how it can help you will put you miles ahead of the game when you are able to tackle a SMAART rig.. also 'REW' (room EQ wizard)--also free--might be helpful in understanding acoustics and psycoacoustical concepts (really aimed at the home hifi market tho, but still helpful).
also I founf that playing around with Ease Focus 3 (also free) has helped me with understanding the system design of various venues.. helps in my decision making processes and mix decisions by familiarizing myself with dispersion patterns and sub configurations that I see from venue to venue.
This is great! And I couldn’t agree more . I do like ease. Never used REW. Smaart has a light version that is also sas based (subscription as a service). I think it’s a 100 bucks a year or something, more affordable than smaart full v8.
I prefer Sound Plant for audio cues. The Sonnect Sound Bullet is a never leave the house device. Other than that a few good DI, a good COMFPRTABLE set of headphones (I like Beyer), a good set of small screw drivers, and a good rechargeable USB charger block, and a basic soldering kit and loose TS, TRS and XLR connectors. Those are all must haves for my Tech Kit.
Ah. I’m going to go into my “kit” in a future video. This is just peripherals
As for small screwdrivers: there are these pen shaped small bitholder things that I find super practical. I have one from wolfcraft and it has PH0, PH00 and 1.5mm/3mm slot bits, as well as a clip on one and a magnet on the other cap. I don't have it for long yet but it has come in handy so many times, I've always got it on me.
Hi, thanks for the video. It would be very helpful if you can add links in the description of the peripherals and software you use specially the one you mentioned which I think you said SMART? Would love to find out more about it. Thanks and good luck!
Good tip. I’ll add some links in the description!
@@KINETICPROFESSIONALS Yeah Good Idea. Waining till the links will be added
In my next video I will go into my “kit” (Pelican stuff!).
Thank you for the information.. u mentioned hosting smart on the scarlet. What is that ? Could u send us a link
smaart is a audio analysis tool. good for tuning roms / PA
Can you explain what exactly you're running on QLab? I used it back for playing back samples and backingtracks + basic midi controls when i was working at a theater
Vog’s (voice of god announcements)
Stingers / walk ons
Background music
fx
As a beginner, what do you recommend to focus on getting first? Im not usually handling cues at my job, does that mean focus on the Smaart / RTA things?
The basics. Get them down to the point it’s second nature. Gain structure , routing / bussing / grouping . Advanced pa optimization can be down the rd. But for now focus on Pa placement. Why are you making those choices? A question I ask students and beginners all the time is “why are you making that choice?”. Right or wrong , if you have an answer , than you are critically thinking. Try to avoid “ I do it this way because so and so does it this way”. I know that’s a long winded answer but if you focus on the basics and always strive to fully understand your actions. You will grow , I promise. As far as what peripheral device to get first. Start with qlab or a wireless router. Learn qlab regardless if your not handling cues, you will at some point. A wireless router will give you remote access of to your devices.
What output from the console are you sending the clarity m? Analog or digital?
Digital - the aes out. It’s paired to my stream and record bus.
That is not a router but a wireless access point with a built in switch. A router moves packets from one subnet to another subnet.
What you have likely does not do that.
In this video i am using a - TP-Link TL-WR841N 300Mbps Wireless N Router.
I wish you had gotten a little more descriptive of some of the peripherals instead of the “you should look into this” type of description. Doesn’t tell you about anything.
Ok. Agreed, maybe I breezed through it. What are some questions you have ? I would be more than willing to answer any!
Thanks. What do you use QLab for? Specifically. I see that it question lights and audio? Using a stream deck? But what actual use case? Also, I couldn’t find Smart. I kept finding education tools. So what is Smart? Any links? What is your recommended WiFi router? Thank you.
@@kramerison for Qlab, for audio
1. Walk on / walk off music
2. Voice of god announcements
3. Fx
4 . Backing tracks
Smart, spelled “smaart” by rational acoustics. Used for a lot of things such as time alignment, transfer functions , phase , Rta / spectrograph of the frequency field.
5. For routers I don’t really have a recommendation, I have used linksys stealths and cheap to links. Ultimately you need to consider ease of use , space in your kit and the distance range the router needs to cover.
I think that's what he meant by "you should look into this"... there comes a point when you have to take your education in your own hands.. if there's something he says that you should look into, Google it. you can't expect to always have information spoon-fed to you.. especially via CZcams tutorials..
it's so much more helpful if you can find the discipline to learn on your own.. not only is it more fulfilling to figure things out on your own, but you tend to retain that knowledge more effectively.
plus audio engineering is one of those fields that you will be constantly learning throughout your career. you're not always going to have the benefit of having someone spoon feed you the knowledge.. at some point you're going to have to start reading and researching things on your own.
this video was spot on. he has more in-depth videos on topics but you can't expect every video especially a sub 3min clip to go into detail on each piece of equipment.
For a sound engineer, your sound is pretty bad.😂
🤷🏼♂️ ya, cell phone recording. Also, there was a lot of construction in the background so I had premiers noise removal tool on. Your right, when I make these videos I expose myself to the scrutiny of the world. I should give the videos the same level of care I give my clients.
@@KINETICPROFESSIONALS theres always one. inspiration for a vid can come when you least expect it. gotta catch it when you can