Thinking Out Loud w/Friends

Show 321 (Edited): Join this live stream of our Straight From The Source segment, welcoming Robert Scovill who discussed in a Q&A format a multitude of topics including: a deep tech-dive on EAW ADAPTive and their latest loudspeaker line.

In this session, sound reinforcement legend Robert Scovill leads an in-depth exploration of modern loudspeaker architecture, focusing on the acoustic evolution from conventional line arrays to adaptive steering technology. Highlighting Eastern Acoustic Works' (EAW) breakthrough developments, Scovill breaks down the fundamental engineering behind the NT series and Adaptive systems, explaining how physical driver layout and advanced acoustic design solve coverage issues directly at the source rather than relying heavily on software manipulation.

Show 321: Robert Scovill's ADAPTive Audio Masterclass EAW AC6, ANYA, ANNA, OTTO
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Show 320: Was a casual, wide-ranging discussion among audio professionals, touching on recent live sound gigs, technical challenges with Waves plugins and computer updates, and experiences with various mixing consoles like M32, TF, Yamaha, and Avid S6L. 

Participants shared opinions on L-Acoustics Source Intelligence, D-Feedback, and other processing tools, as well as industry trends and console limitations. They also talked about upcoming guests for the Thinking Out Loud with Friends of SoundBroker show, including Tom Der, Robert Scovill, and Chris Stephens. 

The group covered topics like Taylor Swift’s possible residency, the World Cup, daylight saving time, and personal stories about past shows, rock fantasy camps, and privacy tools like Cloaked. The conversation was informal, filled with technical banter, industry gossip, and personal anecdotes.
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Show 319: This was the 319th consecutive episode of "Thinking Out Loud," a live streaming show hosted by Jan, where industry professionals discussed various topics related to audio engineering and live events. The show featured multiple participants including David Dansky, Paul, Gregory, Kurt (working as a sound engineer during the broadcast), Ken Newman, and Michael Maxson from Meyer Sound. Key discussions included the current hot weather conditions across different regions, target curves in sound system tuning, Ken Newman's extensive audio chain and equipment setup, Barry Manilow's current tour and recent shows in the UK, and the concept of Arena One - an entertainment platform launched in partnership with AMC Theaters that beams live concerts to movie theaters. The group also discussed various historical aspects of live sound equipment and touring, including experiences with different sound companies and legendary shows from the past. Jan noted that the show was generating significant engagement on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, with hundreds of thousands of views and positive feedback from viewers.

Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. 

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Show 318: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. 

The meeting covered a wide range of informal and technical topics, beginning with a discussion on technical issues regarding video filters and audio setups. Jan shared that their podcast had achieved 5,627 downloads globally, with Japan being the largest market, representing 32% of the listenership. The conversation then shifted to music and technical production, where attendees praised the exceptional talent and complex arrangements of musician Jacob Collier, and noted that artist Gary Newman had recently performed a local concert. Additionally, the group discussed outdoor encounters, including stories about dealing with invasive pythons and alligators in Florida, as well as general travel content on platforms like YouTube.

On the professional and operational front, attendees discussed venue challenges, specifically focusing on how grounding a fly system cage successfully resolved electromagnetic interference issues at a particular location. Cybersecurity and digital privacy were also highlighted, with Gregory Baker recommending a data removal and call-screening service called Cloaked, which Jan confirmed had successfully reduced their spam calls. Looking ahead, the group planned for upcoming show episodes, noting that Robert Scoville is scheduled to appear on July 22nd to discuss EAW and immersive audio. Jan also noted plans to invite several other guests, including Tom Durr, Matt Anderson, Stage Tech, Sylvia Massey, and Jeff Rosen.

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Show 317: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our get together with our friends this week we will BS our way through the time allotted. 

Today’s meeting served as an informal forum for our panel to exchange updates on Infocom, travel plans, personal experiences living abroad, and global internet connectivity. Members shared technical observations from recent industry trade shows, specifically noting varying industry receptions to new audio software solutions, as well as layout strategies for modern venue audio systems. 

he technical segment of the session focused heavily on mixing console architecture, comparing the structural designs and processing efficiencies of different platforms. The conversation also touched upon broader cultural topics, including experiences with international sports fans and lighthearted discussions regarding extraterrestrial life and entertainment news. T

Participants discussed upcoming upgrade paths for audio processing tools and debated the merits of hardware-based mixing interfaces versus tactile touchscreen controls. The meeting concluded with strategic business insights regarding rental market dynamics and a collaborative look ahead toward scheduling various industry professionals for future educational demonstrations.
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Last Week Show 315: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our "Straight From The Source" segment we happy to present to you Phil Wagner and Danny Olesh and Violet Audio’s product line featuring their dMix 128 high performance digital audio matrix system 128 channels of powerful signal routing, DSP processing, and control integration.

This was the 316th consecutive episode of "Thinking Out Loud with friends of Soundbroker," featuring a heavy focus on professional audio gear and industry insights. The team discussed Riley's upcoming delivery of a portable DMIX128 console from Sweetwater and shared technical specifications of vintage JBL E130 speakers from 1980s stadium setups. They also praised the massive audio quality improvements implemented by engineer Sully on Bruno Mars's current stadium tour using Sound Devices equipment to eliminate wireless distortion.

Christopher shared ongoing frustrations regarding rebuilding efforts in Malibu and Pacific Palisades after the wildfires, highlighting three-month city permit delays, skyrocketing foundation costs, and rampant construction material theft that has the community eyeing surveillance solutions like tethered blimps.

The session wrapped up with a mix of pop culture, aerospace news, and personal achievements. The group reviewed recent films like Oppenheimer and Barbie, which prompted Jan to share that he originally worked with John Williams on the original Star Wars album. Finally, they touched on skyrocketing international airfares, the infrastructure impacts of the recent Blue Origin launch pad explosion compared to SpaceX's Starlink momentum, and a psychological look at earworms via the Zeigarnik effect.
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Show 315: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our "Straight From The Source" segment we happy to present to you Phil Wagner and Danny Olesh and Violet Audio’s product line featuring their dMix 128 high performance digital audio matrix system 128 channels of powerful signal routing, DSP processing, and control integration.

Show 315: Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast in furthering our "Straight From The Source" segment which features a detailed product presentation by Phil Wagner and Danny Olesh from Violet Audio. The guest presenters introduced their ground-breaking new DMIX128 digital mixing system, highlighting its impressive core technical specifications. The system boasts 128 mixing channels, 88 buses, 96K processing, and an exceptionally low latency of 0.3 milliseconds, all running on a future-proof, browser-based architecture with an easily scalable interface.

The discussion also dives into the console's advanced processing capabilities, including custom in-house designed effects engines with high-end FPGA reverbs, 24 multi-band compressors, and 18 31-band graphic EQs. In addition to the technical breakdown, the episode features real-world user feedback from an early customer who purchased the unit through Sweetwater, details on the console's open control protocol compatibility with systems like Q-SYS and Crestron, and a sneak peek at Violet Audio's upcoming plans to exhibit at the Infocomm trade show.
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Show 314: The meeting focused on discussing the proper placement of D-Feedback in audio mixing chains, with participants sharing their different approaches and experiences. Bruce, John, and Gregory debated whether to place D-Feedback as the first or last plugin in the chain, with Bruce using it last to clean up audio before applying it, while John and Gregory preferred it first to avoid overworking the AI. The conversation also covered various technical topics including CPU requirements, noise reduction versus feedback elimination, and specific use cases in different venues like stadiums and corporate events. Additionally, the group shared personal stories about past audio engineering experiences, including equipment failures, famous acts they've worked with, and the evolution of audio technology over the years.

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Creators & Guests

Show 313: Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker ZoomCast Show:  Please join me today on the panel with Devon Sheets to discuss the new Mac version of De-Feedback and the comparison of Source Intelligence from the L-Acoustics. 

I want to thank the following for appearing on the panel today and make this meeting such an enjoyable learning experience:  Bruce Fallis, Chris Cecil, Chris DiCorpo, Chris Nelson, Chris Russo, Curt Hare, David Dansky, David Elliott, Denis Canuck, Derek Miller, Devin Sheets, Duane Sheets, Fred Domenigoni, Gregory Baker, Gregory Woloszyn, Javi, John Lackner, Jorge Arronte, Ken Newman, Ken Porter, Marty Atias, Metalmax, Riley Arbuckle, Rob Robbins, Steve Gill, Tony Villarreal, Wayne Pierce

 Discussed during this meeting: D-Feedback and comparing it to L-Acoustics' new Source Intelligence product. Devin discussed the development of D-Feedback version 2, which will include more aggressive denoise capabilities, zero-latency blind de-echo functionality, and potential higher latency modes for better performance. 

The group extensively discussed the Mac version of D-Feedback, with Devin noting that while the AU format works well with 8 instances on a Mac Mini M4, it's still considered beta due to occasional sample drops. The conversation covered L-Acoustics' Source Intelligence, which requires L-Acoustics amplifiers and has a subscription model, limiting its utility for engineers working with different speaker systems. Devin also announced plans for a new surround up-mixing plugin called Easy UpMix that will convert stereo content to multi-channel output at zero latency, though specific parameters and compatibility details were not finalized. 

The meeting included discussions about various use cases for D-Feedback, including broadcast applications, intercom systems, and home recording scenarios, with several participants sharing positive experiences using the plugin in different environments.

Gregory presented a report on AI data centers being built in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, highlighting concerns about submarine data cables in the region that could be damaged, potentially affecting 20% of global AI compute power

Jorge reported successful testing of option 2 on an Intel Mac 2020 with four running instances over three days with zero drops, connected via USB to a DM3 with less than 5ms latency. Devin shared his experience running eight instances on a Mac Mini M4 over Dante with 6ms round trip latency, noting the affordability of the Mac Mini at $800 compared to other options. The discussion concluded with Ken raising questions about L-Acoustics' Source Intelligence feature, which requires specific networked amplifiers and is tied to L-Acoustics systems, making it expensive to implement.
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Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker ZoomCast Show 312th meeting of an entertainment industry panel, covering a diverse array of topics spanning travel logistics, music history, and technical production evolution. The members shared firsthand accounts from the road, such as Bruce's optimal routing strategies from California to Utah to avoid Las Vegas traffic, and David’s behind-the-scenes recollections of the Jacksons' Victory Tour. The conversation seamlessly transitioned into technical deep dives, juxtaposing the early days of Macintosh rollouts and a famous Steve Jobs NeXT computer demo failure with modern, multi-layered live event production setups. They also explored niche audio workflows, debating physical fader expansion solutions for the Yamaha DM7 using digital tools like the Violet Audio DMIX 128 and the Mixing Station iPad app.

The panel included: Bruce L. Fallis, Christopher Cuse, David Dansky, Jan Landy, Ken Newman, Wayne Sims

Show 312: Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker ZoomCast Show:  AN OPEN CONVERSATION WITH FRIENDS THAT LOVE THE WORLD OF CONCERT AND SPECIAL EVENT PRODUCTIONS

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