Wireless NationJan 1, 2004, By Mark Frink Several years ago, the introduction of digital television, along with the auction of bandwidth to digital cellular services, heralded major changes in the American RF environment.... FixItDec 1, 2003 Robert Scovill Six-time TEC Award-winner Robert Scovill has done thousands of shows and recordings for acts such Def Leppard, Rush, Matchbox 20, Jackson... The Doctor Is In the HouseDec 1, 2003, By Paul D. Lehrman Does anybody remember life before sound systems? Once upon a time, when music was played by unamplified instruments, the instruments' construction determined... FixItNov 1, 2003 Mark Frink is k.d. lang's monitor engineer and Mix's sound reinforcement editor. Here are some quick fixes for onstage sound: Try placing sidefills low... On the RoadNov 1, 2003 For more than a decade, Reverend Horton Heat (aka Jim Heath), the high priest of psychobilly drama and musical excess, has ripped up the nation's highways, bringing his music to the faithful with the help of bass-slapping “Jimbo”... FixIt: Jim YakabuskiOct 1, 2003 Known for his seven years as FOH for Van Halen, Jim Yakabuski has recently worked for Avril Lavigne and Matchbox Twenty.... The Changing Face of Theater SoundOct 1, 2003, By Steve LaCerra After working for more than 20 years in theatrical sound design, Janet Kalas has seen and heard her fair share of productions.... On the Road: Tony BlancOct 1, 2003 Recognized for his work with David Bowie and Mick Jagger, Tony Blanc is on the road these days at FOH with Christina Aguilera.... FixItSep 1, 2003 As the FOH mixer for acts such as Bon Jovi, Enrique Iglesias, John Mellencamp and Sheryl Crow, Dave Eisenhauer knows about dealing with noise levels created by cheering fans.... From the AshesAug 1, 2003, By Paul D. Lehrman The fire at The Station nightclub in Rhode Island was the worst music-related disaster in New England in over 60 years. One hundred people died, including... Instant GratificationAug 1, 2003, Compiled by Sarah Benzuly Why wait a year to buy the live album from your favorite band when you can get it as you walk out the venue's doors? Clear Channel Entertainment's new program, “Instant Live,” does just that. CCE recently rolled out the program at club concerts in the Boston area, with future plans to go nationwide.... FixItAug 1, 2003 Grammy Award Travel in the Post-9/11 WorldAug 1, 2003, By Mark Frink It's the end of an era. Or at least the beginning of the end. Soon, the last Concorde will fly. Last year, major carriers lost $16 billion and are flying... Recording the BandJul 1, 2003, By Blair Jackson There was a time, not so very long ago, when nearly all "live albums" were recorded by remote trucks. Occasionally, you would find a band - such as the Grateful Dead - who were serious about keeping an archive of all their performances for posterity and so made simple stereo recordings from the soundboard's feed, but they were the exception rather than the rule in the '60s and '70s. Needless to say, things have changed.... On the RoadJul 1, 2003 Hugh Johnson After 14 years of mixing FOH for Vince Gill, Hugh Johnson stays focused. During one of those rare moments when he's at his West Nashville home, Johnson took a few minutes to chat with Mix. ...FixItJul 1, 2003, David Morgan TEC Award-winning FOH mixer David Morgan, whose credits include Steely Dan, Paul Simon and countless others, is currently completing a world tour with Boz Scaggs.... Downsizing the Line ArrayJul 1, 2003, by Mark Frink The list of large-format line array speakers introduced during the past decade is well-known and well-used. But a new generation of compact systems has emerged to provide smaller venues with the benefits garnered from line arrays.... Installations and SalesApr 1, 2003 Massachusetts-based Scorpio Sound fielded its recently purchased JBL VerTec line array sound system for two large-scale radio station holiday shows and... Celine Dion at CaesarsApr 1, 2003, by Mark Frink Many live sound mixers are in a position to specify a preferred live console (as long as the production manager approves the budget, of course). Some... Back to BasicsJan 1, 2003 Every January, Mix turns the spotlight on Live Sound. In previous years, we have offered articles on such high-technology issues as in-ear monitors (IEMs)... Most Popularadvertisement PollsTalkBack
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