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What is a monitor mix? Learn how monitor mixes work on stage, how they differ from front-of-house, and how to build a clear mix…

The best stage monitors for live performance, with real wedge picks from QSC, Yamaha, Electro-Voice and more, plus how to choose the right monitor…

Learn how to ring out monitors to prevent feedback: raise the level until it rings, find the offending frequency and cut it on the…

Learn how to set up stage monitors for your band: placement, routing monitor mixes, setting levels and avoiding feedback so everyone hears themselves clearly.

Learn how to DJ with a laptop: choosing software, connecting a controller, setting up your audio output and avoiding the common crashes that ruin…

The best DJ controllers for beginners are simple, sturdy and come bundled with software. Here are the top starter controllers and how to choose…

Learn how to beatmatch as a beginner DJ: match the tempo, align the beats and blend two tracks smoothly by ear, with a clear…

The best gear for streaming live music covers clean audio, reliable cameras and a solid encoder. Here are the interfaces, mics and tools to…

Learn how to live stream a music performance with good audio and video, from capturing clean sound to choosing a platform and going live…

The best portable PA for busking needs battery power, real volume and a built-in mixer to work well. Here are the top battery PA…