Live Sound
Everything published on Viyolens under Live Sound — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
The Complete Guide to Bass Speaker Amplifier
Bass speaker amplifiers deliver powerful, controlled low-frequency reproduction that partnerships with subwoofers to create authoritative bass across audio systems, from home theatre through professio...
Pa System Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A PA system takes audio sources and delivers them to an audience at volume. This guide covers the components, types and key specifications, with advice on choosing the right setup for your needs.
The Complete Guide to Electro Voice Mics
Electro-Voice microphones have been industry workhorses for nearly a century. Discover the best EV mic models, their applications, and why professionals worldwide trust this brand.
The Complete Guide to Par Can
Discover how PAR cans work and why they remain the essential stage lighting fixture in venues worldwide. Learn about sizes, lamps, beams, and professional rigging.
Common Vocal Microphone Mistakes to Avoid
How to Set Up and Use Instruments Tambourine
Grip, angle, mounting and sound check — a practical, step-by-step walkthrough for getting a tambourine set up and sounding right.
In Ear Monitoring Explained: Features, Types and Tips
In-ear monitoring delivers a personal mix directly to a performer's earpiece, replacing traditional wedge monitors. Learn how the system works and why it's the professional standard.
4 Channel Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The right mixer format depends on your signal sources, not the channel count. Live sound, DJ performance, USB recording and line mixing all use four channels differently, and buying the wrong type is...
Jbl Pa System Speakers: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right JBL PA speakers requires understanding wattage, frequency response, and venue requirements. This guide covers model tiers, practical considerations, and common mistakes.
Powered Mixer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A powered mixer simplifies your PA setup but only if you choose the right one. Here is how to match the unit to your application and what to look for at each price.
The Complete Guide to Bose L1 Compact
The Bose L1 Compact revolutionises portable sound reinforcement with professional audio quality in an incredibly compact system. Discover why it's the go-to PA for travelling musicians.
The Complete Guide to Electro Voice Company
Electro-Voice is a premier professional audio manufacturer trusted by touring artists, broadcasters, and venue professionals worldwide. Learn about their legendary products and reputation.
Power Amplifier: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing a power amplifier doesn't need to be confusing. Understand RMS watts, impedance, speaker matching, and how to avoid common buying mistakes.
The Complete Guide to Akg Mics
AKG microphones have defined professional audio recording for decades. From the legendary C414 condenser to the industry-standard D112 kick mic, discover which AKG mic suits your studio or live sound...
Allen and Heath Sq5: A Complete Buyer's Guide
How the SQ-5 compares against the Yamaha QL1 and Midas M32, and what to buy when you've made your decision.
In Ear Monitors: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Comfort, budget and movement drive the choice. Learn which specs matter, when to invest in custom earpieces, and how to choose between wired and wireless.
Guitar Amp For Keyboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Using a guitar amp for keyboard demands understanding wattage, frequency response, and impedance matching. This guide helps you navigate specifications to find an amplifier suited to professional gigg...
Bass Drum Mics for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Miking bass drums doesn't have to be intimidating. This beginner's guide covers microphone placement, positioning techniques, common mistakes, and how to achieve professional results.
The Complete Guide to Qsc Audio Amplifiers
QSC audio amplifiers deliver professional-grade reliability and power for live sound reinforcement, trusted by touring bands and major venues worldwide.
Compact Mixer for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A compact mixer looks intimidating, but within 20 minutes you'll confidently combine multiple audio sources. This guide walks through first setup, explains mysterious controls, and assures you that be...
The Complete Guide to Digital Mixer Audio
A digital mixer audio console combines mixing, routing and effects processing into one interface. Master this essential tool for live sound, studios and venues.
Smoke Machine Explained: Features, Types and Tips
It's not really smoke. Here's the calm, practical explainer: what these machines actually do, the types available, and what matters when choosing one.
Live Sound is filed under
All topics
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.
5 topics
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...
