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 PA Requirements 

NOTE 1: The 'asterisked' * elements are vital for middle-sized and large venues

Please discuss with the band if in doubt.

NOTE 2: Getting-in and sound-check times: Please note our normal minimum expectation is getting in a clear 2 hours ahead of playing and sound-checking at a clear 1 hour ahead of playing.

Musician

Role

Key equipment

Full PA requirements

John

 

(Position 1 in diagram)

Lead Singer, Elec Piano and Keyboards
  • Sennheiser wireless in-ear monitor;
  • 2 vocal mics, one on straight stand and one on a boom stand;
  • Keyboard amp.

A. Dedicated vocal monitoring, ie own voice with a little of other vocalists.

B. 2 Vocal mics (eg SM58)

*C. DI from keyboard amp.

Chris

(position 2 in diagram)

Second vocal, Electric Guitars
  • Marshall Stereo Rig

A. Vocal mic (eg SM58)

* B. 2 mics for Marshall Stereo Rig, in stereo where possible.

Tim

(Position 3 in diagram)

Bass
  • Peavey amp.
  • Line6 Bass Pod Pro

* DI from Pod (balanced)

Mike

(Position 4 in diagram)

Drums
  • Tama kit
  • Bell tree
 A. Bass drum mic (eg AKG D112)

*B. Full kit-mic set-up & dedicated "drum fill" monitor




NORMAL STAGE LAYOUT
Mike (4)
Drums
Chris (2)
guitars, 2nd vox		 John (1)
lead vox, keyboards		 Tim (3)
Bass
FRONT OF HOUSE


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