Signal To Noise Podcast

Internationally-acclaimed electronic music artist Joel Zimmerman a.k.a. Deadmau5 joins us this episode to talk about how his explorations into the technical innovations that form an integral part of his live show. We discuss the role of technology in his creative process and his full-circle approach to crafting a unique audience experience. Joel recently released his brand new performance controller OSC/PILOT, a bi-directional control surface that allows producers to use as a production tool when making music and also as a tool for live performances. This episode is sponsored by: Audix 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."Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

Our hosts speak with Steve Adelman, VP of the Event Safety Alliance, and head of Adelman Law Group, about the role each of us in the industry will play in the roadmap for restarting live events safely, including a discussion about liability and professional responsibility. https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/ESA Reopening Guide: https://www.eventsafetyalliance.org/esa-reopening-guideSteve Adelman VP, Event Safety Alliance YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/fen2005WayThis episode is sponsored by: Audix You can watch the video of this podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/ESVTSsiWaNsPlease 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." Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

ProSoundWeb Podcast Network joined forces to host “The FOH & Monitor Engineer Relationship” LIVE, the first-ever Front of the House Fridays live event. FofHF host Russ Long and Signal To Noise co-host Chris Leonard teamed up with FOH engineer Chris Taylor and monitor engineer Robert Bull to talk about mix strategies and how two sides of the same coin successfully come togetherYou can watch the video here: https://youtu.be/SEOy0PKqjpIPlease 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."Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

On this episode, Michael and Willa dive deeper into the art of theatrical sound design with guests Jason Crystal (Associate Sound Designer, Hamilton, The Cher Show) and his colleague Elisheba Ittoop (Sound Designer, The Edge of Night, A Raisin In the Sun, Testmatch). The conversation explores how technical tools help achieve artistic goals, and comparing and contrasting sound design for musicals and straight plays.https://www.jasoncrystal.com/  https://elisheba-ittoop.squarespace.com/ This episode is sponsored by: Audix 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."Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

Michael and Kyle are joined by touring audio engineer Fletcher McDermott and Smaart instructor Chris Tsnajoures to talk about their workflows for quickly wrangling PA du Jour, mixing techniques, and some nerding out about synthesizers.  Links: https://www.prosoundweb.com/2019-top-20-9-front-lines-why-we-measure/This episode is sponsored by: Audix Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

Co-Host Chris Leonard was on the Church Sound Podcast episode 11. "Chris Leonard, one of the hosts of the Signal To Noise Podcast and director of audio at IMS Technology Services joins me this week. What does it look like to play well with others? Chris and I discuss what it means to work with people we don't get along with (and why it matters most.) Additionally, we hash out adding in pads and tracks into worship sets. Also, what does the corporate world and the House of Worship world have in common?Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo and KLANG, and is hosted by Samantha Potter, co-lead instructor with Church Sound University and editorial director with ProSoundWeb and Church Sound Magazine. Get ahold of her via email"----------------------Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

Doug Deems was a touring monitor engineer for 25 years with bands like P!nk, Backstreet Boys, Babyface, and Kid Rock to name a few. 10 years ago Doug transitioned into broadcast mixing for live sports like UFC, Hockey, and Football. We discuss how that transitions came about, where he got his start along with stories along the way, and how they helped develop his career.This episode is sponsored by: Audix Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

Pavan Grewall is a FOH engineer who has worked with Lizzo, Carly Rae Jepsen, Pentatonix, 5 Seconds of Summer, Meghan Trainor, Nick Jonas, and a long list of other major pop acts. Pavan joins Michael, Kyle and Chris to talk about both the technical and non-technical aspects of his work. This episode is sponsored by: Audix Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

In Episode 57, veteran front of house engineer Wayne Pauley details his all-analog approach at FOH for country artist Lee Brice, including the “epic” ATI Paragon II console, EQs, outboard processing, and more. Wayne, who’s also worked with artists that include Celtic Women, Bo Bice, Trisha Yearwood, and many others, also provides an overview of his system tuning process.This episode is sponsored by: Audix Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard

In this Special Episode, the hosts went live again in the Signal To Noise Podcast Facebook group to hang with some friends - Carter Hassebroek, Hannah Goodine, Kevin McCoy and Pavan Grewall. We talked about all sorts of interesting and nerdy things - reality vs expectations, the ethics of SPL, console ownership, and more.You can watch this episode on our ProSoundWeb YouTube Page as well.This episode is sponsored by: Audix Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. 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/Chris Leonard