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Today, we’re covering one of the most frequently requested—and admittedly most challenging—topics: dialing in tone for headset and lavalier (lapel) microphones. Microphone Selection Choosing the right microphone from the start is critical. DPA 4066: Currently considered the industry gold standard and widely adopted. It offers exceptional clarity, a lightweight feel, and great comfort. However, due to its ultra-high resolution, it easily picks up ambient acoustics and feedback

Sound Check 1 Do you happen to know why most live engineers start their first sound check with the kick drum? I was taught by a few engineers and they always told me "Start with the kick," or "Once you dial in the balance between the kick and bass, everything else falls into place." While those statements aren't necessarily right or wrong, I’d like to share an approach for balancing instruments before bringing up the vocals. First and foremost, genre matters. If you’re workin

When installing an audio system or starting a mix, the very first thing to consider—even before the equipment itself—is Gain Structure: matching signal levels properly across every piece of equipment in the chain. You may have encountered situations like these: The instruments sound fine, but you struggle to push the lead vocal or solo instrument above the mix. The overall sound lacks punch and energy, sounding harsh or excessively noisy instead. The amplifiers are turned all

This reference guide clarifies pro-audio system terminology that is often mistranslated or unfamiliar to the general public. FOH Front of House: Refers to the audience area in front of the stage. Main speakers and the main mix engineer are referred to as the FOH system and FOH Engineer, respectively. IEM In-Ear Monitor: A monitoring method where performers listen directly through earphones or headphones. Stage Wedge Stage Monitors: Speakers placed on stage for per