Thinking Out Loud w/Friends of SoundBroker

Jan Landy
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Another in an ongoing series of reflections of life as recorded by Jan Landy mostly while driving in my car from where I am to where I am going.

  1. 3d ago

    Show 327: Out On The Town with Thinking Out Loud with Friends

    Welcome to episode 327 of Thinking Out Loud with Friends! In this session, the panel dives deep into practical pro audio and live production topics, breaking down preferred microphone cables—including industry favorites from Belden and Mogami—along with essential cable management and field testing workflows. We also compare notes on in-ear monitors and custom ear molds across brands like JH Audio, Future Sonics, and Sensaphonics, while debating sample rates and personal equipment choices for studio and stage environments. Beyond the tech talk, the crew catches up on current events, personal health updates, and what it takes to maintain an active lifestyle over decades in the business. Jan also shares details on his upcoming book project covering classic behind-the-scenes stories now that long-standing NDAs have cleared.  Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - 📅 When: Wednesday August 19th at 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern📍 Where: Zoom Streaming live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn Remember to share this with your friends and see you on the show, – Jan Join the conversation live every week by heading over to JanLandy.com/register! How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.

    Show 327: Out On The Town with Thinking Out Loud with Friends

  2. Aug 30

    Show 326: What's Going On? with Thinking Out Loud with Friends

    This week on Thinking Out Loud with Friends meeting was an informal discussion among audio professionals covering a wide range of topics. Jan, Fred, Chris, Wayne, Ken, and others talked about their current setups, including Mac vs PC, camera and lighting issues, and various audio interfaces and plugins like Waves, Cedar, and D-Feedback. They discussed the pros and cons of different audio consoles, with Ken Porter sharing his experience with DiGiCo, SSL, Yamaha, and other brands, and mentioning the demand for certain models. The group also shared personal updates, travel plans, and stories about industry figures like Dolly Parton, Larry Italia, and Tim Curry. They touched on recent news events, including natural disasters and an airport accident. The conversation was casual, with frequent digressions into personal anecdotes and technical details. The group discussed various audio processing solutions, with Ken mentioning a new Cedar plugin called Voxis for AI voice suppression at $269, which he found effective. Wayne considered purchasing a Mac Mini for Waves Control and discussed running it with SuperRack Performer in USB configurations alongside an analog setup. The discussion included concerns about signal chain complexity, with Ken admitting his setup had become overly complicated and emphasizing the importance of testing bypass functionality when adding new plugins. Jan asked about potential issues with overcomplicating signal chains, to which Wayne responded that corporate work often requires multiple outputs with minimal plugins on each insert, typically just compressors like SSL waves. Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - 📅 When: Wednesday August 19th at 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern📍 Where: Zoom Streaming live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn Remember to share this with your friends and see you on the show, – Jan To participate on the panel and to ask your questions and tell your tales: Please register at:https://newsletter.janlandy.com/ How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.

    Show 326: What's Going On? with Thinking Out Loud with Friends

  3. Aug 21

    Show 325: Jury Duty: No Laughing Matter but Laugh Along with Thinking Out Loud with Friends

    Show 325: Join our live stream of Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast.  The meeting was an informal conversation among Jan, Wayne, Bruce, David, Gregory, and others discussing various topics including Wayne's recent jury duty experience serving on a case involving child exploitation charges. Wayne shared details about serving for three weeks on a jury that convicted a defendant on 17 out of 19 counts, explaining the selection process, deliberation procedures, and the disturbing nature of the evidence presented. The group also discussed technology products like Cloak for privacy protection, spam call issues, and various email filtering services. Jan mentioned his ongoing training of new staff to take over SoundBroker, and the conversation concluded with discussions about courtroom procedures compared to TV portrayals and various entertainment industry experiences. Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - 📅 When: Wednesday August 19th at 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern📍 Where: Zoom Streaming live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn Remember to share this with your friends and see you on the show, – Jan To participate on the panel and to ask your questions and tell your tales: Please register at:https://newsletter.janlandy.com/ How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.

    Show 325: Jury Duty: No Laughing Matter but Laugh Along with Thinking Out Loud with Friends

  4. Aug 14

    Show 324: Special Guest: Tom Der (Allen & Heath) Thinking Out Loud with Friends

    Show 324: Join our live stream with Tom Der, Director of Market Development for Allen & Heath USA (American Music and Sound) this week's Special guest in our continuing "Straight from the Source" segment of Thinking Out Loud With Friends Of SoundBroker Zoomcast.  The discussion focused on Tom's career journey from his start in recording engineering to his current role at Allen & Heath, highlighting the company's recent product successes such as the Avantis and SQ+ consoles. The panel discussed the popularity of Allen & Heath consoles, particularly in the house of worship and touring markets, and Tom emphasized the company's strong R&D focus and commitment to training.  Other topics included the integration of high-quality effects like the ARIA reverb package, the company's distribution model, and the potential future integration of AI technologies. The conversation also touched on Allen & Heath's broader product line, including in-ear monitoring systems and digital matrix processors. Tom brings 35 years of industry experience across TV broadcast, recording, film dubbing, and live sound reinforcement—including 27 years at Harman Professional working with Soundcraft, Studer, and Amek.  📅 When: Wednesday August 12th at 4:45 PM PT📍 Where: Zoom Streaming live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn Remember to share this with your friends and see you on the show, – Jan To participate on the panel and to ask your questions and tell your tales: Please register at:https://newsletter.janlandy.com/ Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY:- 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.

    Show 324: Special Guest: Tom Der (Allen & Heath) Thinking Out Loud with Friends

  5. Aug 6

    Show 323: Catharsis Time Thinking Out Loud with Friends

    Episode 323 of "Thinking Out Loud with Friends" centered heavily on the evolution and practical execution of remote mixing in live audio. The panel shared historical and modern experiences mixing performances from non-traditional spots like projection booths, trailers, and cars using iPads, Dante systems, and wireless tech. They debated whether remote mixing will become standard across various venue types, highlighting key challenges like logistics, equipment protection, and the critical role audience feedback plays in tuning a mix. The conversation also covered digital console preferences and the learning curve required when adapting to new workflows under time constraints. A major highlight was Kurt's demo of his restored DCX60, a rare analog console with digital control originally built for Saturday Night Live and Carnegie Hall. Finally, the group discussed touchscreens in live gear and previewed upcoming show guests, including Allen & Heath's Tom Durr and Mike Meding.---To participate on the panel and to ask your questions and tell your tales: Please register at:https://newsletter.janlandy.com/ Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY:- 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.

    Show 323: Catharsis Time Thinking Out Loud with Friends

  6. Jul 31

    Show 322: Chris Stephens Presents Stagetec Q&A on Thinking Out Loud with Friends

    Show 322: Join this live stream of our Straight From The Source segment, welcoming a Q&A with Chris Stephens who will be presenting Stagetec AXIO - A Routing and I/O Hub for Pro Audio. This episode of Thinking Out Loud with Friends featured front-of-house engineer Chris Stephens presenting Stagetec’s innovative audio routing technology. The spotlight was on the new Axio product line and its TrueMatch mic converter technology, which performs direct A-to-D conversion at mic level without traditional analog preamps. This system delivers an impressive 164 decibels of dynamic range and ultra-low latency of just 13 samples, offering exceptional sound quality and signal purity for live sound environments. Available in 8, 16, and 32-channel configurations, the Axio devices feature web-based GUI control, proprietary fiber optic audio transport, and the ability to route signals to multiple consoles simultaneously with independent gain control. The discussion highlighted Stagetec’s console-agnostic approach, seamless integration options, and outstanding reliability in live production. Industry veteran Doug Armstrong and other participants shared positive feedback on how these systems perform on the road, making Stagetec a game-changer for modern audio distribution.--- Join Jan Landy live on the panel! Register to participate and get your voice heard: https://newsletter.janlandy.com/ Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY: 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.Creators & Guests Jan Landy - Host #StagetecAxio, #TrueMatchTechnology, #MicLevelAtoD, #DynamicRange164dB, #UltraLowLatency, #AudioRoutingMatrix, #FiberOpticAudioTransport, #WebBasedGUIControl, #MultiConsoleSignalSplit, #ConsoleAgnosticStagebox, #IndependentGainControl, #StageNetAudioProtocol, #ProAudioDistribution, #LiveSoundTechnology, #NexusMatrixSystem, jan landy, chris stephens,

    Show 322: Chris Stephens Presents Stagetec Q&A on Thinking Out Loud with Friends

  7. Jul 27

    Show 321: Robert Scovill's ADAPTive Audio Masterclass EAW AC6, ANYA, ANNA, OTTO

    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---DM To BS with on the panel to ask your questions and tell your tales: Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY:- 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends.

    Show 321: Robert Scovill's ADAPTive Audio Masterclass EAW AC6, ANYA, ANNA, OTTO

  8. Jul 17

    320: Are You Kidding Me?

    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.---DM To BS with on the panel to ask your questions and tell your tales: Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of industry knowledge; it’s also an opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Stay updated on life and world events, share your thoughts, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. - JOIN US LIVE EVERY WEDNESDAY:- 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern How to Assist:Offer your support by giving us a Like, opinions in the comments on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube and remember to share the show with your industry friends. #LiveSound #AudioEngineering #ProAudio #SoundBroker #ThinkingOutLoud #MixingConsoles #AvidS6L #YamahaConsoles #BehringerM32 #WavesPlugins #LAcoustics #StageTech #AllenAndHeath #EAW #LiveEventProduction

    320: Are You Kidding Me?
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Another in an ongoing series of reflections of life as recorded by Jan Landy mostly while driving in my car from where I am to where I am going.

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