Recent content by Austicoatk

So as GinBass has suggested--and as I've read elsewhere--earplugs can actually INCREASE the bass response, and here's why according to this site at http://www.audiologyonline.com/articles/pf_article_detail.asp?article_id=2115: Not only is this article worth a read, it seems to reinforce this...

this is a nice resource: http://www.audiologyonline.com/articles/pf_article_detail.asp?article_id=2115

Sizewise, just imagine your average bar & grille type of space. Maybe a room 50 feet by 25 feet, or something close to that, with seating for around 70 to 80 people--although it's generally around 30 to 40 when we play. Genre is mostly classic rock, rhythm and blues, blues, country rock. But...

No, actually we have two distinct mixes--although, I realize that that's less than ideal also. Ideally, we'd want a separate mix for everyone, but the mixer we currently have only has two aux sends. Man, what I'd give for a blank check ... :)

Bassman1185's probably right--you probably have a ground loop going on: http://www.audioholics.com/tweaks/connecting-your-system/ground-loops-eliminating-system-hum-and-buzz: If you amp has a ground-lift switch, that will help, but not all amps do. If you play with through a DI, it might also...

GinBass, Thanks for the encouragement--I think you're exactly right. That said, what about these: Invalid Link Removed. I've heard decent things about them. It probably would have been smart to make new buds my next purchase instead of the SansAmp DI ... Interestingly, before we went wireless...

I just bought a SansAmp Bass Driver DI to provide a DI solution and something for tone shaping. The impetus for the purchase was the last gig I played where the acoustics exacerbated stage volume to the point where I couldn't hear myself play. Getting rid of your amp and going direct is one way...

I got some custom plugs fitted for around $180 at my local audiology shop. The price includes two filters, one 15 and the other 25, I think. Haven't regretted the extra expense, but bear in mind it's the FILTERS that are so expensive. For the set I've mentioned, it would cost at least half the...

Our band plays fairly regularly at a venue that has horrible acoustics--tile floors, concrete walls, wood furniture, and not a stitch of sound-absorbing material anywhere. To make things worse, it's a very small space AND we usually perform crammed in a corner. Last gig was the worst ... Due to...