A thorough soundcheck is the first step to achieving a high-quality live mix—as any seasoned live sound engineer will emphatically testify. After all, it’s during the soundcheck that the front of house and stage monitor systems are made to sound the way that they’re supposed to. This is especially vital for pop and rock shows, as these styles of music rely heavily on the venue’s PA system. So how do you ensure a smooth soundcheck? Sweetwater polled some live sound experts, many of them our customers, for their favorite tips. This is what they had to say.
