Signal To Noise Podcast

On Episode 117 the hosts talk with Jesse Vetrone about the role of a local venue house engineer.  They discuss the various roles and responsibilities at a venue, what the relationship is like with incoming touring engineers, how to set up your system and workflow for consistency and more. Jesse Vetrone is a house engineer at the Filmore in Charlotte, NC, as well as a freelance / touring audio engineer.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

The Luke Combs audio crew joins the hosts on episode 116 from rehearsals as they are getting ready to go on tour in the round. They discuss outboard gear, the family nature of the whole crew, and some fun stories road stories. Todd Lewis ( FOH Engineer ) has been with Luke Combs for 5 years, starting back when was only playing 200-300 cap rooms,  while Michael "Zuehs" ( Mon Engineer) and Dan McLaughlin ( RF / Mon Tech) have been with him for 3 years. This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Todd “Peepa” Lewis is an Asheville, NC based engineer mixing FOH audio for Luke Combs.  He comes to the Combs camp from the vigorous festival and rock club scene.Michael “Zuehs” Zuehsow is a Nashville-based Mix Engineer currently mixing monitors for Luke Combs and manages Keystone Studios in Nashville.  Has also toured as mix engineer or recorded with Lauren Alaina, O.A.R., Cherub, Montgomery Gentry, David Phelps, Colt Ford, Josh Gracin, Walker Montgomery, Sam Grow, Dusty Black, and more.Dan McLaughlin is a Nashville-based audio engineer and tech currently touring as a RF, monitor, and backline tech for Luke Combs. He has previously worked with Needtobreathe, Welshly Arms, multiple corporate AV companies, and additionally mixes and consults with churches on a regular basisBe sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Rich Frembes joins the hosts on episode 115, to discuss his work as a loudspeaker designer at EAW and Fulcrum Acoustics. They get into topics such as how personal the projects are behind a brand and knowing when a design is not going to work and how to move on.  Frembes also discusses how Fulcrum takes into consideration whats happens off-axis just as much as on-axis when it comes to speaker design.  Going into the manufacturing side of the business after having been active in the field can be a tough decision however they discuss the multiple benefits both to the person and the manufacture.Rich joined Fulcrum Acoustic in 2009 after almost ten years with Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW). During his time with EAW, he advanced steadily through several positions in application/customer support and product development. He also consulted on custom loudspeaker projects and conducted on-site system optimization sessions for high-profile clients. At Fulcrum, he works closely with Dave on all aspects of the product line. A native of Michigan, Rich worked as a FOH and monitor engineer with regional and touring bands in the Midwest. It has been said that Rich can detect the amplitude and frequency of a mosquito’s whine, and then provide that mosquito with high-fidelity concert amplification. In his spare time, Rich contemplates the fate of neo-capitalist ideologies in a poststructural era. He is also an inveterate collector of wooden spoons. In 2014, Rich was the recipient of the prestigious Willard Scott medallion for his life-long dedication to the pursuit of weather monitoring and forecasting.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

On episode 114, the hosts are joined by theater sound mixers Carin Ford & Anthony Jones. Ford early on was known for running sound effects and they discuss the progression of technology and responsibilities of that role. Jones talks about taking a Broadway show on tour and how that impacts your mixing/ design. They also discuss how mixing techniques can invoke emotion in the audience and more.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

On episode 113 Mary Broadbent joins the hosts to talks about getting her start from the ground up as a merch tech/truck driver for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy. This set Mary up to learn the Tour manager role. They discuss the respect level needed for merch techs and how they often are dismissed and overlooked as to what their skill sets actually are. Mary Broadbent is a Tour Manager, Production Manager, and Guitar-Backline Tech who’s been in the music touring industry for 15+ years. She’s tour managed for artists such as Clairo, The Mowglis, Magic Giant, The Staves, Loote, Wrabel, and production managed/stage-managed the festival Girlschool and She Rocks Awards 2018 & 2020. In 2015 she added Guitar-Backline teching to her skill-set working for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Against Me!, Plain White T’s, and Tegan and Sara. She also had a chance to jump behind the board running FOH for Wrabel, but would still consider herself very much a novice when it comes to sound engineering. She serves as a TM/PM mainly but pulls double duty Tour Managing & Teching when tours require it. During the 'pause' in the touring industry she found work as a Covid Compliance Officer for the ABC/Disney Show REBEL, and adopted a corgi, named Covax both of which kept her pretty busy most of last year. She enters the summer of 2021 jumping back on-board guitar teching for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and Stage Managing for My Morning Jacket, and is hopeful and excited for everyone to get back to work and on the road. This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."Join our Mentorship Program here:https://forms.gle/ZhsJP5D6BFiBLZiX8Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Steve Adelman returns to the podcast on episode 112, to give an update on live event safety. They discuss many COVID-19 related topics such as liability, rights of venues/attendees, cancelation policies, insurance, and more. Steve Adelman is head of Adelman Law Group, PLLC and Vice President of the Event Safety Alliance.  His law practice focuses on risk and safety at live events throughout North America, and he serves as an expert witness in crowd-related lawsuits.  Check out the Event Safety Podcast, your source for ideas, discussions, and news from the world of live event safety, brought to you by the Event Safety Alliance.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."Join our Mentorship Program here:https://forms.gle/ZhsJP5D6BFiBLZiX8Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard, 

What do flying a plane and mixing live sound have in common? Ngaio Nobumoto joins the hosts on episode 111 to discuss his work as a house engineer based out of Las Vegas. He also talks about his work as a commercial pilot and more.Born in Las Vegas to a family of artists and raised between California and Vegas, Ngaio found his passion for music at age 6. He plays piano, guitar, bass, and sings, recording music under the name pinkcyan.At age 14, he discovered an interest in photography, and began shooting professionally at age 16. His work is frequently described as modern and elegant, bearing a cinematic tone and element.At age 21, Ngaio began pursuing a career in aviation as a pilot. He currently holds a commercial pilot certificate with an instrument rating, as well a flight instructor certificate. He teaches people how to fly out of the North Las Vegas (KVGT) airport.Lastly, Ngaio is a live sound engineer. As a house engineer, he has provided front of house and monitor engineering services to a variety of artists such as Highly Suspect, P.O.D., The Midnight, Slothrust, Meg & Dia, Real Estate, DIIV, Girlpool, The Dodos, and many more. He has also run sound for a number of mid-to-large-sized corporate events.Ngaio is a graduate of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. He is also a graduate of the College of Southern Nevada, holding an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies.This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."Join our Mentorship Program here:https://forms.gle/ZhsJP5D6BFiBLZiX8Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

On Episode 110 Jeff Hawley joins the hosts to discuss the Philosophy of Sound. Minds are melted in this discussion as they contemplate questions like; where does sound actually occur, how do you define what sound is, and more  Hawley recently presented a research project on the topic called Doing a Double Take: (Further) Against the Primary Sound Account of Echoes Jeff Hawley is the Marketing Director of Allen & Heath USAHawley mentioned  on the podcast about his noise improvisation with Michael Grodskyyou can listen to a track of it here on SoundCloudThis episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."Join our Mentorship Program here:https://forms.gle/ZhsJP5D6BFiBLZiX8Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

Charlie Hughes is a loudspeaker design and measurement expert with over three decades of experience. He is currently a Principal Engineer at Biamp, and in the past has worked with AMFG, Altec Lansing, and Peavey, and also runs his own company, Excelsior Audio Design & Services. In this episode, he chats with the hosts about his journey and passion for audio test and measurement, the early era of audio analysis, and the loudspeaker measurement lab that he built.Read about Charlie's measurement lab: https://www.prosoundweb.com/field-trip-endeavors-in-audio-accuracy/Square Wave mythbusting: https://www.prosoundweb.com/square-waves-and-dc-content-deconstructing-complex-waveforms/Browse Charlie's ProSoundWeb author archive: https://www.prosoundweb.com/tag/charlie-hughes/Visit the Excelsior Audio website: http://www.excelsior-audio.com/This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."Join our Mentorship Program here:https://forms.gle/ZhsJP5D6BFiBLZiX8Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group, & Discord Server It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss, and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard

SPL is a hairy beast, one that can be misconstrued too easily. This week on the Church Sound Podcast, Michael Lawrence is back to chat with me about what Sound Pressure Level means for us sound engineers and how we can start measuring and understanding its consequences.Michael's System Tech BlogRational Acoustics' YouTubeCheck out other episodes of the Church Sound PodcastHost Samantha Potter is co-lead instructor with Church Sound University — a training program tailored specifically for worship audio techs that’s now also available online. Reach her via email here.