Now in its 59th season, the Sawdust Art Festival has become a cornerstone of Southern California’s cultural scene, representing the ongoing continuity of the Laguna Beach art colony, which has existed for approximately 125 years. Sawdust ensures that local artists in Laguna Beach have a thriving presence to the public, and art remains a relevant … Read More
When it comes to using in-ear monitors, there are two camps of thought; Those who like them and those who don’t. Either way, many musicians will be confronted with the prospect of having to use in-ear monitors (IEMs) at some point. For example, a venue that requires the volume threshold to be kept under a … Read More
An auto mixer, or automatic microphone mixer, is a live sound-mixing tool that automatically reduces the volume level of a microphone’s audio signal when it is not used. This is particularly valuable when several microphones are open at the same time, reducing extraneous noise. In this article, we will describe how the Auto Mixer function … Read More
Early 50’s audio researchers made key findings related to the human perception of sound, reflections and echoes. Their fundamental work is not only interesting, but can be used to our advantage in audio mixing and live sound applications. Let’s go through details and further insights here. To start with, our hearing mechanism integrates sound intensities … Read More
Jacob Jeffries Band performs his original song, “Whatever It Takes,” at Jam in the Van, in Los Angeles, CA. Recorded with the QSC TouchMix-30 Pro digital mixer. More information: jacobjeffries.com Musicians (Instagram): Vocals and Keyboards: Jacob Jeffries (@jacobjeffries) Guitar and Vocals: Mason Stoops (@masonstoops) Acoustic Guitar and Vocals: Adam Tresssler (@adamtressler) Bass and Vocals: … Read More
The following videos are from 514 Sessions at Folk Alliance International, Montreal Canada sponsored by SFM and QSC, recorded and mixed on the TouchMix-30 Pro digital mixer. Award-winning singer-songwriter Russel deCarle performs “Love Got Him” with guitarist Steve Briggs. El Coyote performing their song “Tip Jar.” Also recorded and mixed on the TouchMix-30 Pro. … Read More
Singer-songwriter Raquel Lily is using the QSC TouchMix digital and QSC K.2 Series powered loudspeakers for a wide variety of her performance needs including live streaming on her Twitch.tv channel, as well as her solo and band performances at local venues and events. In this video, Raquel talks about how she’s using her TouchMix and why … Read More
In the video below, Kaz Rodriguez, internationally acclaimed drummer and composer discusses how and why he uses the TouchMix-16 compact digital mixer for mixing and recording his drums and mixing his in-ear monitors. TouchMix Testimonial Video: TouchMix Sessions – Kaz Rodriguez Performance Recorded on the TouchMix-16 Recording notes: – Recorded with the TouchMix-16 … Read More
Zak Steyn, solo musician and vocalist from South Africa discusses how and why he uses the TouchMix digital mixer along with QSC powered loudspeakers for his solo performances. For more information: Zak Steyn on Instagram TouchMix Compact Digital Mixers
Live performance of original song, Dreaming, by Andy Vargas and Souleros recorded on the TouchMix-30 Pro digital mixer. Recording notes: Written by: Andy Vargas & Michael Carey Performed by: Andy Vargas & Souleros – Andy Vargas: Lead Vocals, Joe Mendez: Drums, Clever Alvarado: Bass, Israel Santiago: Keyboards, Rick Marcel: Guitar, Branlie Mejías: Percussion. … Read More