That annoying, metallic rattle—fret buzz. We’ve all been there. It can kill the vibe on a perfect studio take or become a major distraction during a quiet moment in a worship set. The good news is that learning how to fix fret buzz is a skill every guitarist can, and should, have. Silencing the Buzz: […]
If you’re tired of fighting with loud stage wedges and muddy monitor mixes, you’re in the right place. Finding an affordable in ear monitor system is easier than you think, and it’s one of the single best upgrades you can make for your performers. These systems deliver crystal-clear audio right to each musician, dramatically improving […]
A speaker mounting bracket is the unsung hero of any professional audio installation. It’s the single piece of hardware responsible for keeping your expensive speakers safely in the air and aimed perfectly at your audience. Getting this choice right is the first, and arguably most critical, step to getting great sound in your venue, and […]
Have you ever seen a singer pull out one of their in-ear monitors mid-song? Or a drummer who just can't seem to lock in with the rest of the band, no matter how hard they try? Often, the culprit isn't a lack of skill—it's audio latency. In the world of live sound, latency is the […]
Ever plug in your beautiful acoustic guitar or brand-new keyboard, only to hear a thin, buzzy, and lifeless sound coming through the speakers? You're not alone. The problem usually isn't your instrument or the mixing board; it's what happens in between. The solution is a small, rugged box that professional sound engineers swear by: the […]
Getting your in-ear monitor mix right is absolutely essential for a confident performance. At its core, figuring out how to set up in ear monitors is straightforward: you'll send audio from your mixer to a transmitter or headphone amp, which then feeds a receiver pack you wear, and finally, you plug in your earpieces. This […]
John Soto is a husband, father, sound Engineer, and owner of John Soto Music LLC.
20 years of experience designing and deploying Sound Systems.
