Live Sound
Everything published on Viyolens under Live Sound — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Wireless Monitoring for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Wireless monitoring enables performers to hear themselves without cables. This beginner's guide demystifies the technology and walks you through simple setup steps.
Radio Mics: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a wireless mic system means more than picking a brand. Here is what matters in practice — frequency, format, digital vs analogue, and what to prioritise at each budget.
The Best Speaker Stands for the Money
Not all speaker stands are worth the asking price. Here's an honest look at which types and tiers deliver the best value for different levels of use.
Jbl Pa Speaker: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting JBL PA speakers involves understanding your venue, power requirements and how sound quality actually performs in real spaces. This guide covers specifications, price tiers and how to avoid o...
Common Pa Subwoofer Mistakes to Avoid
Most PA subwoofer problems trace back to the same handful of mistakes. Here's what they are, why they happen, and how to fix them before they ruin a show.
Behringer X32: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Which Behringer X32 fits your rig, what to check on a used unit, and what else to budget for — the practical buying checklist.
Bass Guitar Direct Box: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A bass guitar direct box is one of those pieces of gear that seems simple until you're standing in a music shop facing twenty options. Whether you're buying for studio recording, live performance, or...
Portable Pa System for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Take your performance public confidently with a portable PA system. Discover your first steps, essential controls, and encouragement for nervous newcomers to live sound.
The Complete Guide to Multi Channel Recorder
Multi-channel recorders capture multiple audio sources simultaneously, essential for professional music production, live events, and sophisticated audio documentation.
Active Pa Speaker: A Complete Buyer's Guide
There are plenty of ways to buy the wrong active PA speaker. This buyer's guide focuses on what actually matters in real use, so your money goes on performance rather than marketing.
The Complete Guide to Rackmount Audio Mixer
Rackmount audio mixers provide professional signal routing in compact 19-inch rack format. Essential for live venues, studios and broadcast facilities.
How to Set Up and Use Xlr
The order you plug in, gain up and switch on phantom power actually matters. Here's the exact step-by-step sequence for setting up XLR safely.
The Complete Guide to Mackie Audio Mixer
Mackie audio mixers are the backbone of countless studios and live venues. Discover what makes them special, which model suits your needs, and how to get the best from your mixer.
Passive Di Box: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying the right passive DI box means matching impedance and connectors to your gear, understanding phantom power protection, and choosing quality construction.
The Complete Guide to Desk Mixer
Explore desk mixers: the essential tools for combining audio sources in studios and live venues, from entry-level to professional broadcast consoles.
24 Channel Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting a 24 channel mixer requires understanding venue size, use case, and budget. This guide covers essential specifications, routing flexibility, preamp quality, and practical pricing tiers to he...
The Complete Guide to Orange Bass Amplifier
Complete guide to Orange bass amplifiers covering hand-built construction, distinctive tone, professional reliability, and why these amps are essential for serious bassists.
A Guide to Behringer X32 Mixing Console
A mixing console organises and blends multiple audio sources into a final mix. Discover the fundamentals of mixing consoles and how to use one effectively.
Column Pa System: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting the right column PA system means matching power to venue size and understanding coverage patterns. Learn what specs matter and which tier suits you.
Wireless Microphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From handheld stage mics to chest-mounted lavaliers, this overview explains the technology, types and practical trade-offs behind every major wireless microphone format.
The Complete Guide to Behringer Headphone Amplifier
Behringer headphone amplifiers deliver professional-grade amplification and monitoring control at realistic prices, making them compelling choices for studios and live performance.
The Ultimate Guide to Bluetooth Pa Speaker
A Bluetooth PA speaker brings portable sound amplification to presentations, outdoor events and live performance. This guide covers specifications, battery life, audio inputs and practical considerati...
Speaker Monitor Jbl for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Stage monitors let performers hear themselves on stage. This beginner's guide explains how JBL monitors work, why they matter, and how to get started.
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Behringer Wing
The Behringer Wing is a powerful digital mixer for complex live sound setups, touring acts and professional venues.
Behringer X32
The Behringer X32 is a widely used digital mixer for live sound, offering flexible control for gigs, venues and installs...
Behringer Xr18
Portable digital mixer with remote control for bands, rehearsals and small venues. A compact solution for flexible live...
Drum Pad
A drum pad is a quiet, portable practice tool for improving stick control, timing and rudiment work anywhere.
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Hartke Bass Amp
Bass amplifiers known for punchy low end, clear definition and dependable performance in rehearsal, studio and live use.
Line 6 Helix
Line 6 Helix delivers powerful modelling, routing and switching for players who need studio-grade flexibility in one sys...
Nord Stage 3
Browse Nord Stage 3 keyboards for premium live performance, versatile sounds and professional stage control.
Yamaha Dm3
Compact digital mixing for live sound, venues and rehearsal spaces. A yamaha dm3 offers modern control in a small format...
