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24. Pro Audio Educator, Author & Lectrosonics VP Karl Winkler Feb 05, 2020

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Karl Winkler joins us to talk about the evolution of wireless microphone systems through the years, how he was on the product development team for the noted Neuman KMS 105 microphone, and much more. Having spent most of his 25-plus year career working with manufacturers and currently a vice president with Lectrosonics, he gets to see a different side of professional audio and shares a lot of interesting observations.
Karl’s also one of the most prolific writers in pro audio, having contributed dozens of articles to ProSoundWeb and Live Sound International magazine alone (located here) in addition to other publications. Be sure to check out his entire PSW archive, and don’t miss his latest contribution, “Showing The Way: The Power Of Positive Thinking (& Acting).”

Devoted to education and mentoring, Karl continues to focus on teaching best practices regarding the “people side” of the business as well as more technical aspects such as setting wireless mic transmitter gain properly — here’s the video:

The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside / Chris Leonard (the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

23. Com & RF Guru, Pete Erskine Jan 29, 2020

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Pete Erskine has provided communications design, RF and operational services to entertainment professionals around the world. His clients have included the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD), Walt Disney Productions, The National Football League, The Olympic Games, Clair Broadcast and more.

Over the years, Erskine has developed a reputation not only for excellent design, audio engineering, and communication systems skills, but also for his ability to rescue the show under the most adverse conditions and under great pressure.
You can check out Pete's work and all of his resources we talk about at www.bestaudio.com
For some for some of the images Pete references in our conversation check out the episode page on ProSoundWeb
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrenceand pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard(the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

22. Grace Royse Jan 22, 2020

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Grace Royse a 17 year veteran of the industry joins us this week. Punk rocker at her core, she started with bands like No use for a Name, Useless ID, Pour Habit, Dirty Heads, Cypress Hill, Sublime and more. She quickly progressed to Production Manager on tour and many festivals / large scale productions. Grace has a passion for learning the craft, growing yourself professionally and passing that onto the next generation.
You can check out her ProSoundWeb articles here : http://bit.ly/2ugp926
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrenceand pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard(the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

21. Jim Yakabuski Jan 15, 2020

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Jim Yakabuski joins us this week to talk about paying as much attention to what comes off the backs of the loudspeakers as what comes out the front. This was a recent article on ProSoundWeb. We also talk about the psychological side of the gig and how that plays into the relationship between artist and engineer. Even as a veteran in this industry Jim acknowledges how much he still has to learn and how the journey never ends.
You check out all of Jim's articles on ProSoundWeb here: http://bit.ly/35OacSh
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrenceand pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard(the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

20. Train FOH, Jason Moore Jan 09, 2020

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Jason Moore joins us this week and is currently the FOH Engineer for Train but has worked with artist like David Cook, Selena Gomez, Seven Mary Three and more. Michael recently went to see him mix for Train, who he has been with the past 7 years. You can check out that article here: http://bit.ly/37Ip0Dd
We discuss challenges he faces when mixing different artist through the years, managing dual roles of FOH and PM along with gear choices and more. It wouldn't be a complete show with talking about food of course and interestingly enough Jason toured with Guy Fieri as well.
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrenceand pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard(the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

19. ProSoundWeb Top 20 of 2019 Jan 02, 2020

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We break down a few of the Top 20 articles on ProSoundWeb from 2019. We talk about our New Year's resolutions, and our plans to open up a taco stand at the next trade show.
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard(the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

18. Production Sound Mixer, Tod Maitland Dec 26, 2019

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We answer a listener’s question about Spill Groups and then talk with production sound mixer Tod Maitland, a 3-time Academy Award nominee who comes from a family of film sound mixers and is a pioneer in the use of EQ and wireless microphones in recording for film. They go in-depth about capturing dialogue versus ambient sound as well as discussing movies Tod’s worked on, such as the recently released “Joker” as well as “The Greatest Showman,” the upcoming “West Side Story,” and many others. (Read more about Tod’s dynamic career here.) Links to: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0537972/

Tod also talks about the Shure Axient Digital wireless microphone system and how well it works in tough RF environments like New York City, and especially in applications requiring miniscule beltpack transmitters.

The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard (the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

17. The Art Of Mixing Dec 19, 2019

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All three hosts are on the podcast together for the first time, and they have a lively discussion, noting that unconventional methods to mixing aren’t necessarily wrong as well as sharing different approaches on how to EQ, the fact that teaching someone how to mix isn’t easy, and much more.
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard (the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

16. New Co-Host Chris Leonard & Early Career Advice Dec 08, 2019

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In Episode 16, we welcome new co-host Chris Leonard, who’s been doing audio professionally for more than 18 years. He and Michael focus on possible career paths in professional audio, setting objectives, building a resume — essentially, “how to get where you want to be.” They also share their own career experiences and what they’ve meant along the way.

More about Chris: he’s currently the Director of Audio at IMS Technology Services, a production company headquartered in Garnet Valley, PA, where he’s served for almost a decade. Prior to that he worked with Maryland Sound as a touring monitor engineer for bands like Tears for Fears, Josh Groban, Don Henley and Disturbed as well as national events like Times Square New Years Eve and the Presidential Inauguration. Find out more about him here.
The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb, sponsored by Shure and hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside and Chris Leonard (the hosts utilize Shure SM7B mics for the podcasts).

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Ep 15 - Staying Healthy & Opinions On New Consoles Nov 22, 2019

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Kyle joins us from the road to discuss the important topics of staying healthy at work, burn out, mental health, and fatigue for folks in the audio industry. The hosts also give their personal opinions on some new consoles.

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