Live Sound
Everything published on Viyolens under Live Sound — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Allen and Heath Mistakes to Avoid
Most desk problems aren't the desk's fault. Here are the buying and setup mistakes I see most with Allen & Heath gear, and how to avoid every one.
The Ultimate Guide to 24 Channel Mixer
A 24-channel mixer provides professional-grade input capacity and processing for live sound and recording. This guide covers architecture, signal flow and applications.
Stage Box Allen Heath for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A stage box can feel intimidating at first, but learning to use one—especially an Allen & Heath model—transforms how you run live events. Here's everything a beginner needs to know.
In Ear Monitor System for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to in-ear monitor systems? Learn how they work, why they help performances, and how to get started with a beginner system. Simple explanations and practical guidance for your first setup.
Stage Lighting Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Stage lighting is the unseen pillar of live music. Learn what stage lighting actually does, the main types of fixtures, and how to set up a rig that works.
Ld Systems Pa Speaker: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a PA speaker depends on matching power, coverage and portability to your venue and audience size. This practical buying guide walks you through specifications, price tiers and the pitfalls to...
Fog Machine Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A fog machine creates visible mist by heating and vaporizing a special fluid. Understanding the types, specifications and safety matters makes the difference between a professional-looking effect and...
Stereo Di Box for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A stereo DI box converts your keyboard or electronic instrument signal for live PA systems. This guide explains what it does and how to use it from day one.
The Complete Guide to Shure Radio Microphones
Shure radio microphones are the gold standard for wireless vocal capture. Discover how they work, system options, and why professionals worldwide trust them.
The Complete Guide to 4 Channel Mixing Desk
A 4 channel mixing desk is the practical choice for small venues, travelling performers, and portable studio work. Learn what makes these compact mixers invaluable.
Speaker Stage: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A practical buyer's guide for selecting stage speakers. Understand FOH vs monitor speakers, specifications, and how to choose the right system for your venue.
The Best Behringer Wings for the Money
There's no single 'best' Wing — only the one that fits your gigs. Here's how the range splits by use case and where the real value sits.
Direct Box Bass: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a direct box for bass? This guide covers passive vs. active, bass-specific requirements, price tiers, and how to evaluate options for recording and live sound.
Fbt Pa Speaker: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an FBT PA speaker requires balancing power, sensitivity, frequency response and budget. This guide reveals the specs that matter and common pitfalls to avoid.
Bose T1 Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting a Bose T1 mixer requires understanding your mixing needs and whether portability aligns with your actual workflow. This guide helps you decide.
Fog Machine for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A fog machine is simpler than it looks. This guide walks you through unpacking one, filling it, warming it up and using it confidently—without the intimidation.
Speaker Monitor Jbl: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting the right JBL speaker monitor requires understanding your venue, application, and budget. This buying guide helps you identify which JBL model solves your specific sound reinforcement needs.
The Complete Guide to Singing Microphone Headset
A singing microphone headset keeps your hands free whilst capturing vocals with precision and minimal background noise. Discover the essential features, common applications, and how to select the perf...
Handheld Microphone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
How to hold it, where to position it, how to soundcheck and how to avoid feedback: a practical beginner's guide to microphone technique for live vocals.
Behringer X32 Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Channels, buses, DCAs and five different models — here's what the Behringer X32 platform actually is, in plain terms.
Stage Monitor Speaker for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to performing live? Understand what a stage monitor speaker does, how to use it, and why it's essential for confident live performance.
The Complete Guide to Wireless Mics For Singing
Wireless microphones for singers enable stage freedom. Learn how to choose, optimize, and maintain wireless systems for professional performances.
Power Amplifier for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to live sound? Power amplifiers don't have to be complicated. This guide covers simple setup, essential controls, and common mistakes to avoid.
The Complete Guide to Powered Audio Mixer
Master powered audio mixers—the all-in-one solution combining mixing console and amplifier. Learn advantages, limitations, and how to select the perfect powered audio mixer for your venue.
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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...
