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Talking Ears Podcast - SPL and Concert Safety Jun 16, 2022

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Michael Lawrence joined the Talking Ears Podcast to talk about SPL, loudness, and the audio engineer's responsibility when it comes to exposure risk at live sound events. Expressed through his work as a system engineer and senior instructor at Rational Acoustics, he brings humanity to the technical aspects and numbers when balancing a concert's perceived loudness and the safety of all involved.

This episode features music by Audiologist and Talking Ears producer, Juan Vasquez and his band The Absolute Threshold.

158. Kyle & Chris Q&A, Work-Life Balance Jun 15, 2022

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On episode 158 Kyle and Chris take questions from the Signal To Noise Facebook and Discord communities. They get to over a dozen topics like master buss processing, mixing "throw and go" shows, the role of a house tech, how to hang and not be a "buzz kill", first bus tour tips, and more. Kyle and Chris wrap up the conversation talking about their struggles with work-life balance.
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside, Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

157. Bobbi Giel, Head Mastering Engineer - Welcome To 1979 Jun 08, 2022

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On Episode 157 The hosts are joined by Bobbi Giel, who is the Head Mastering Engineer at Welcome to 1979. They discuss the art and process of mastering albums, how it's different from digital and vinyl, and more. She talks about the process of cutting vinyl along with the considerations that need to go into it. This season at the Nashville Soccer Club home games, Bobbi and Welcome to 1979 are cutting game highlights live to vinyl.
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside, Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

156. Jade Payne Returns Jun 01, 2022

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Jade Payne returns to the Signal to Noise Podcast to discuss her latest tour, mixing amidst sound level limits, the logistics of being with an artist on the rise, and the risks of Taco Bell.
Check out Jade's first episode with us if you missed it.
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside, Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

155. Aram Piligian, United States Marine Band (Part 2) May 27, 2022

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Aram Piligian joins the hosts in part 2 of episode 155. They discuss his work as a live sound and recording engineer with the United States Marine Band. “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band’s mission is to perform for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. Founded in 1798 by an Act of Congress, the Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization.
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside, Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

155. Aram Piligian, A2 Role in Corporate Audio (Part 1) May 25, 2022

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Aram Piligian joins the hosts in part 1 of episode 155. They discuss the roles and best practices of an A2 in corporate audio. Aram worked with host Chris Leonard for six years at IMS Technology Services
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside, Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

Insights In Sound - Kyle Chirnside May 23, 2022

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Kyle Chirnside was a guest on Daniel Liston Keller's Youtube show "Insights In Sound"
You can watch the video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vMslLNfS4MQ as well as other episodes.

154. JJ Revell, Underøath - FOH, Producer, Recording Engineer May 18, 2022

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On Episode 54 the hosts are joined by JJ Revell, who produced and recorded "Vouyerist" the latest release from the band Underøath. He also tours with them mixing FOH. JJ talks about how they captured the raw live energy the band is known for, on the record. They also talk about how to handle drummers that are primary singers and more. He started with the band as a lighting tech in 2016 and quickly worked his way up to monitor engineer, then onto FOH/PM.
Check out the Labeled: Deep Dive- Underoath podcast
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside, Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

153. Kyle & Chris - Music vs. Corporate Freelance Work & Rates May 11, 2022

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On episode 153 Kyle and Chris answered questions from the community. The main focus was on the difference between Music and Corporate work responsibilities and the pay rates that go along with that. Other topics included, should singers bring their own mic, the balance for mixing punk music vs energy in the room, is there such a thing as too many effects, and more.
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside , Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone

152. Dr. Heather Malyuk, Soundcheck Audiology - "All Ears Are Famous" May 04, 2022

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Dr. Heather Malyuk of Soundcheck Audiology joins the hosts on episode 152. They discuss the seriousness of hearing health and exposure. Everything from top tips to preserve your hearing, to dispelling misconceptions, education on exposure, and more.
Soundcheck Audiology is a clinic focused on the expert care of individuals who love sound. In-office appointments take place in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and travel services are offered at music venues in Northeast Ohio and nationally. From world-famous musicians and audio engineers to community members in need of hearing aids, Dr. Malyuk provides the same level of care, utilizing state-of-the-art information and technology for all she serves.
Learn more from Dr. Heather Malyuk-
Hearing health education is important for everyone, but it is vital to musicians. Basic, working knowledge of ear anatomy, physiology, the prevention of music-induced hearing disorders, and the vocabulary used by hearing health professionals can create career-saving hearing health habits. For schools of music, it is essential that budding music industry professionals develop these habits early. Soundcheck Audiology has made this information accessible through a 9-video series which can be accessed via subscription. For schools of music, this video series covers the NASM/PAMA advisory guidelines on hearing health education.
contact Dr. Heather Malyuk- heather@soundcheckaudiology.com
Other resources on SPL exposure
Staying Safe While Getting Loud: SPL, Sound Exposure, and Loudness Perception in Concert Sound

SPL Measurement Guide
Smaart SPL Videos
This episode is sponsored by Audix and Allen & Heath.
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The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside , Chris Leonard, and Sam Boone.

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