Live Sound
Everything published on Viyolens under Live Sound — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Singing Mic for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need every spec on the box to get a decent result from your first singing mic. Here's what actually matters when you're starting out.
The Complete Guide to In Ear Monitoring System
An in-ear monitoring system delivers personalised audio mixes directly to performers, revolutionising live sound with wireless freedom and professional control.
The Complete Guide to Acoustic Pick Up
An acoustic pickup captures your guitar's natural tone and transforms it into an amplified signal—essential for live performance, recording and ensuring acoustic presence in band mixes.
The Best Pa Subwoofers for the Money
No manufactured rankings, no fake benchmarks — just a clear-eyed look at what's genuinely worth buying at each PA subwoofer price tier and application type.
Common Behringer Xr18 Mistakes to Avoid
Most Behringer XR18 problems aren't the mixer's fault. Here are the mistakes I see most often behind the desk, and how to fix each one.
Analog Mixer Explained: Features, Types and Tips
An analog mixer routes multiple audio sources into a single output through physical circuitry. This guide explains exactly how it works — from channel strip to master section — and what to look for in...
The Complete Guide to Speaker And Amps
Speakers and amps form the heart of live sound systems—choose correctly matched units to deliver reliable, powerful audio to any audience.
Yamaha Pa Systems: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Selecting Yamaha PA systems requires understanding your venue, event types, and budget. This guide helps identify which system genuinely solves your sound reinforcement needs.
The Complete Guide to Peavey Speakers
Peavey speakers deliver professional-grade amplification with proven durability and reliability, trusted by touring musicians and studios worldwide.
Turbosound: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Turbosound speakers deliver professional quality for touring and installations. Discover how to match models to venue size, evaluate specifications, and choose wisely.
Everything You Need to Know About Mackie Mixer Board
A Mackie mixer combines professional quality, reliable performance, and affordability, making it the choice of studios and live sound engineers worldwide.
Common Handheld Microphone Mistakes to Avoid
From cupping the capsule head to pointing the mic at the monitor: the most common mistakes with live vocal microphones and how to correct each one.
Behringer Wing for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Staring at a Behringer Wing for the first time? Here's the calm, step-by-step version of your first session on it.
Common Line 6 Helix Mistakes to Avoid
The honest list of mistakes most Helix owners make at least once, and the simple habits that avoid every one of them.
L1 Compact System for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Intimidated by portable PA systems? Our beginner's guide makes the L1 Compact system simple. Learn setup, basic operation, and your first performance.
Behringer Pa System for Beginners: A Complete Guide
If you're thinking about getting into live sound reinforcement for the first time, a Behringer PA system might be your perfect entry point. This guide walks you through everything you need to know.
Analog Mixing Desk: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying an analog mixing desk doesn't have to be overwhelming. This guide focuses on the specs that actually matter, the price tiers that make sense, and the pitfalls to avoid when choosing the right d...
Dmx Lighting Control for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Learning DMX lighting control opens doors in live sound and event production. This beginner's guide demystifies the technology, provides hands-on starting steps, and shows you the path to confident op...
The Complete Guide to Mixer Console
A mixer console is the heart of any live sound system. Discover how channels, faders, EQ and effects work together to create balanced mixes.
Stage Monitor for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A stage monitor gives you something to hear on stage while the PA handles the room. Here's what you need to know as a beginner: how it works, how to set one up, and how to communicate with your engine...
Behringer Xr18 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No knobs, no screen, no idea where to start? Here's a nervous first-timer's step-by-step route through their first Behringer XR18 session.
Wireless Microphone System Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Wireless microphone systems are simple in concept but complex in practice. Here's what you need to know to use them reliably.
The Ultimate Guide to Qsc Active Pa Speakers
QSC PA speakers are trusted by professionals for acoustic precision and reliability. Discover their technology, product range and applications in venues worldwide.
The Best Behringer X32s for the Money
Every Behringer X32 shares the same processing core. Here's which model actually suits your budget and workflow, tier by tier.
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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...
