Daniel and Andreas Sennheiser, the third-generation CEOs of Sennheiser Electronics, join the show in Episode 304 to celebrate and look back on Sennheiser’s 80th anniversary.

In a wide-ranging conversation, they talk about the history of Sennheiser, and how it’s remained a family-run company through all of its 80-year history, the hits (and even a couple misses!) of those first eight decades, and what to look forward to in the next few years.

They share how the company got started, discuss their work on the cutting edge of wireless technology with the new Spectera wireless system, the updating of a much-loved classic microphone with the release of the new MD 421 KOMPAKT, immersive audio, and much more!

Episode Links:
Sennheiser
Spectera Wireless
Episode 304 Transcript

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In Episode 303, Sean and Andy are joined by Robert Kuijpers, coming to us straight from the Netherlands to share stories and tips from his extensive experience in the “guerrilla audio” world of fast-moving music festivals.

Robert has been immersed in the live music industry since age 10, starting playing guitar and working in a guitar local shop where he developed a passion for electronics and signal flow. Over the years, he played in various bands while honing his technical skills to make himself sound better, which led naturally into live sound work.

A chance encounter with the band Flairck inspired a career shift into professional audio, eventually leading to a co-ownership role at MPS Audio, supporting international music theater tours. Since COVID and Brexit, Robert has been freelancing, specializing in troubleshooting, FOH/MON mixing, and complex corporate productions.

Episode Links:
Robert Kuijpers On Instagram
Motherclass #2: Audio Monitoring – Engineer Insights With Paddi Krause
Sprudge’s Map to Good Amsterdam Coffee
Episode 303 Transcript

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In Episode 302, Andy and Sean welcome back Sam Kusnetz from Figure 53 to discuss new features in QLab 5.5 software for designing and playing back sound, video, light, and show control cues, particularly the introduction of object-based audio. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

The conversation covers the evolution of audio mixing in live events, the importance of user feedback, and the philosophy behind Figure 53’s approach to software updates. They also talk about the upcoming QCLass workshop in Baltimore this September that will provide an opportunity for users to enhance their skills with QLab.

Episode Links:
QLab
QLab Videos
QLab Cookbook
QLab Subreddit
STN Episode 249 With Sam Kusnetz
Audio Nerd Book Club
ANBC Virtual Soundcheck 2025
Warren G and Kenny G — Regulate — Live on Jimmy Kimmel
Episode 302 Transcript

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Gabe Correa, audio and network project manager at Clair Global, joins the show in Episode 301 to talk about special events on a gigantic scale. Gabe is a Brazilian-born audio and fiber project manager who’s led major live and broadcast productions in 30-plus countries across six continents, such as handling technical operations for the FIFA Club World Cup, Formula 1 and Formula-E, YouTube Brandcast, Capitol Concerts in D.C., Fortnite Times Square, and international tours with Andrea Bocelli. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

Gabe’s resume also includes three Olympic Games, immersive audio at Expo 2020 Dubai, and building citywide fiber and emergency systems for the Las Vegas, Rome & Brazil Grand Prix. He got his start mixing orchestras and pop tours in Brazil, and now bridges cutting-edge tech and large-scale productions around the world. In 2025, he completed the MIT Applied Generative AI program and is now exploring ways to integrate AI into event workflows and system design

Episode Links:
Clair Global
Gabe Correa On Instagram
Episode 301 Transcript

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In Episode 300, the hosts take listeners on a trip over to the Signal to Noise Discord Server and dig into a grab bag of tips and tricks from the “Info and Wisdom Nuggets” thread. It’s a lighting round of great advice for anybody in the live audio field, from mixing to troubleshooting to career advice — there’s something useful for everybody! This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

There’s way more in the thread than could possibly fit in one episode, so if you’re not already on the server, come join us, and then check out the entire discussion here.

Episode Links:
Discorder Server: Info & Wisdom Nuggets to Pass On
STN Episode 280: Tips & Tricks For A Speedy Mix
STN Episode 236: Pat Brown Of SynAudCon & Pro Sound Testing
Sennheiser MD 421 KOMPAKT
Episode 300 Transcript

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In Episode 299, the hosts are joined by Jim Reed, RCF USA’s Manager of Installed Sound and System Design, for a wide-ranging conversation that includes pivoting from a career as a musician and front-of-house engineer to a job on the manufacturer side in live venue installations, as well as sharing advice for production folks who get asked to help consult on installations, and those who might be looking to make a shift away from freelance/touring work as life and priorities change. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

Jim also shares stories about RCF’s work on the massive PA overhaul for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, including designing a custom loudspeaker to meet the unique needs of the project, and then turning that loudspeaker into a widely available commercial product.

From the start of his time with RCF in sales and products support, Reed has drawn upon a history in the audio industry that includes work as an A1 audio technician, front of house engineer, and installation project manager for several A/V companies. With a primary focus on the installation and larger production company markets, he developed a range of training and instructional materials, including videos and in-person training seminars, covering topics from basic audio theory to system design. His work also extends to on-site product demonstrations and sales training seminars for some of the largest A/V retailers in the U.S.

Over several years with RCF, Reed has designed and managed more than 1,500 sound systems for a range of applications, from community theaters to Broadway productions, chapels to cathedrals, and community sporting facilities to professional stadiums and arenas.

Episode Links:
RCF USA Case Studies
RCF USA Product Catalog
“Why Churches Buy Three Sound Systems, and How You Can Buy Only One,” by Jim Brown
Episode 299 Transcript

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It’s time for an InfoComm debrief, as returning guest Elliott Carroll joins Andy and Sean to compare notes on what he and Andy saw during their recent trip to Orlando for this year’s InfoComm trade show. This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

As Andy puts it, it was the year of big wireless in small packages — so much of the show was about putting eyes and ears on the latest offerings from Shure, Sennheiser, and Sound Devices, but there was also a lot to check out in terms of spatial audio, new software and hardware updates from Allen & Heath, and much more!

Episode Links:
Allen & Heath Qu Series
Sound Devices Astral
Sennheiser Spectera
Shure ANX4
Lectrosonics DSSM and M2 Duet
Pliant Technologies
d&b audiotechnik Create.Control
TiMax Spatial
L-Acoustics DJ
Episode 298 Transcript

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In Episode 297, it’s all about safe listening levels, hearing protection and more, as Sean and Andy talk to three of the folks behind the Healthy Ears, Limited Annoyance Initiative (HELA) about all things loud (but not too loud)! This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

Returning guest Laura Sinnott, AuD is joined by Jon Burton and Jos Mulder to explain where HELA came from, its purpose, and much more. From World Health Organization standards for live event audio to which generic fit earplugs to recommend to friends, there’s a ton of great info in this jam-packed hour.

Healthy Ears, Limited Annoyance is a non-profit group of industry and academic specialists in audio, acoustics, and more, offering training and certification about the benefits of responsible sound management.

Created in response to research conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Audio Engineering Society (AES), and hosted by the Electro-Acoustics Research Lab (EARLab), University of Derby, UK, HELA offers training and certification for everyone involved in the live event sector, from bar managers and security staff to sound technicians and concert promoters. It’s designed to provide a clear understanding of the benefits of having a responsible sound management plan for audiences, staff and neighbors.

HELA supports venues of all sizes, from grassroots to large-scale events, in creating positive relationships with their audiences as well as surrounding communities. Topics covered include the Fundamentals Of Sound, Noise Pollution, Sound Level Limits, Personal Hearing Protection, Management & Communication, Audience Expectations, Venue Design and more.

Episode Links:
Healthy Ears, Limited Annoyance Initiative (HELA) FAQs
WHO Global Standard For Safe Listening Venues & Events
ASI Audio 3DME Active-Ambient Technology
Etymotic Research ER20XS Earplugs
Curvd Everyday Earplugs
Laura Sinnott, AuD: Choosing Earplugs, Loop Earplugs Review, Curvd Earplugs Review
STN Episode 177: Hearing Health Matters
STN Episode 152: Dr. Heather Malyuk, Soundcheck Audiology – “All Ears Are Famous”
Episode 297 Transcript

AES Papers:
Education and Certification in Sound Pressure Level Measurement, Monitoring and Management at Entertainment Events
Sound Level Monitoring at Live Events, Part 1– Live Dynamic Range
Sound Level Monitoring at Live Events, Part 2 — Regulations, Practices, and Preferences
Sound Level Monitoring at Live Events, Part 3 — Improved Tools and Procedures

In episode 296, Sean and Andy are joined by Garrett Doran, Sean’s director of operations at Audio Engineers Northwest, to get more perspective on how to get hired as a freelancer in the live audio industry. Garrett shares what he looks for in a resume and/or interview, how to impress a sound company you’re new to, and – just as importantly – what sorts of things are immediate red flags for a company like theirs!

They also dig into strategies for keeping the small to medium size festival gigs that are the summer bread-and-butter for many audio providers running smoothly, from keeping lines of comm open to running a smooth and fast sound check, as well as why the patch tech should be the best mixer on your team!

Episode Links:
Episode 241 – Richard Cadena, Electricity for the Entertainment Electrician & Technician
Episode 296 Transcript

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Listener favorite Ryan John returns to the show in Episode 295 to catch up with Andy and Sean about a wide range of subjects, from the recent season of network TV “upfronts” and “For Your Consideration” presentations he worked to presenting at the L-Acoustics 2025 Keynote in his role as the company’s director of product management for software. There’s even a deep dive into espresso machines and the wonders of super light roasted coffee! This episode is sponsored by Allen & Heath and RCF.

Episode Links:
L-Acoustics Keynote 2025 | Roundhouse London
Episode 289, Nat Houle on Spatial Audio
Fellow – Espresso Series 1
Tim Wendelboe Coffee
Episode 295 Transcript

Connect with the community on the Signal To Noise Facebook Group and Discord Server. Both are spaces for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments!

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The Signal To Noise Podcast on ProSoundWeb is co-hosted by pro audio veterans Andy Leviss and Sean Walker.

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