Behind the Space Bar

On this week's episode of Behind the Space Bar, we're talking about buts. No, not the kind that Sir Mix-a-Lot likes. We're discussing reasons why Ableton might be drifting out of sync while using the PlayAUDIO1U and all the "buts" that Will has heard about why these things tend to happen.

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iConnectivity - PlayAUDIO1U

Join us on Behind The Space Bar as we discuss using Dante with Ableton Live and the different ways to achieve redundancy for live performance!

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https://www.getdante.com/products/software-essentials/dante-virtual-soundcard/

Sweetwater - RME Digiface Dante

Sweetwater - DirectOut EXBOX.MD

iConnectivity - PlayAUDIO1U

iConnectivity - mioXM

On this week's episode of Behind the Space Bar, we're answering your questions about redundant light setups and dip our toes into pyro automation.

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iConnectivity - PlayAUDIO1U

iConnectivity - mioXM

iConnectivity - mioXL

FS2S - Lightkey Course

How to Control Lighkey with Ableton Live

Doug Fleenor Design

Today on the show we tackle timecode vs. MIDI for ProPresenter control; and walkthrough how to use ProPresenter to trigger Ableton!

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Links & Resources Mentioned in this Video
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Controlling ProPresenter with Ableton... 

ProPresenter 7 MIDI features 

Syncing Video in ProPresenter with Ab... 

Ableton Live MIDI Controller Mappings... 

Using your MIDI Controller with Ablet... 

Setting up your MIDI Controller for L... 

Connecting two Macs via ethernet and ... 

How to Find MIDI Network Settings on Mac 

FS2S - Backline

iConnectivity - mioXC

Renewed Vision - ProPresenter

Welcome to the first episode of the new Behind the Space Bar podcast! We're answering our first two questions in the new format today, and providing some tips on two of the most important topics related to creating and building a playback rig.

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The long national nightmare is now over, Behind the Space Bar is back! We're back with a new format, and an opportunity to get your questions answered live on the show!

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Join Will for the Perfect Performance Bootcamp, a transformative six-month, on-demand program designed specifically for playback engineers, bands, and solo artists.

Whether you dream of integrating original sounds into your live shows, mastering Ableton Live, or becoming a top playback engineer, this bootcamp promises real results, not just information. 

Dive into exclusive content, weekly green room sessions, and personalized feedback to elevate your live performances. Don't miss this chance to turn your musical visions into reality. 

Click the link below to learn more and start your journey to perfect performances today!

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Imagine it's the first night of a an international tour. You're hired as tech to help with playback and drums, and suddenly the MD and keys player gets sick. You've got to step up and run playback and play keys. 

COULD YOU DO IT? 

That's exactly what my student David Dombrowski had to do. You'll hear how it went, and why he had the confidence he could make it happen.

David is a touring drummer, playback tech, and all around great guy. 

He was one of the first people to go through my coaching cohorts, and I could not think of a better person to share as a success story. 

You'll hear why David pivoted from only being a drummer, to learning playback as well, and exactly HOW he made it happen.

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In this episode of "Behind the Space Bar," Will shares tips and tricks for successfully upgrading the operating system (OS) on a computer used for live performances. He emphasizes the importance of waiting for bugs to be fixed and being intentional about the timing of the upgrade.

Key Takeaways:

-Wait for bugs to be fixed and choose the right timing for the OS upgrade.

-Back up files and the entire computer system before upgrading.

-Audit apps, plugins, and helper apps to determine what needs to be reinstalled.

-Start from scratch with a clean install for a fresh and efficient system.

-Conduct a burn-in test on a backup computer to ensure everything is working properly.

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In this episode of "Behind the Spacebar," Will discusses the essential skills needed to become a successful playback engineer. He emphasizes the importance of service, the ability to say "yes" instead of "no," effective file management, quick edits, working quickly, handling multiple tasks, and staying calm under pressure.

Key Takeaways:

• Playback engineering is all about service and making the artist or band feel comfortable.
• Saying "yes" instead of "no" is crucial for success as a playback engineer.
• Effective file management is essential for quick access to files and backups.
• The ability to make quick edits and work quickly is important in a live performance setting.
• Playback engineers must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Staying calm under pressure is crucial for troubleshooting and maintaining professionalism.