Behind the Scenes of a Drummer's Gig | Sound Setup & Gear Walkthrough
Published September 24, 2024
Summary
In this video, I take you behind the scenes of what it’s like to be a drummer prepping for a gig. From rehearsals on my Roland TD-11 to packing up my gear, and getting everything ready at the venue, it’s all here! I’ll walk you through my sound setup, explain how I use Ableton for live tracking, and give you a breakdown of my in-ear monitor setup. Plus, you'll get to see the real action: soundcheck, the gig, and post-show reflections. Whether you're a drummer or just curious, come along for the ride and see how it all goes down! Takeaways: - Explanation of live gig prep for drummers, including gear and equipment - A walkthrough of my Roland TD-11 and Ableton 11 setup - How to manage in-ear monitors during a live performance - Packing essentials and setup tips for drummers on the go - Insights on soundcheck order and performance flow at a gig 0:00 – Intro & Rehearsal on Roland TD-11 1:15 – Sound Setup & Mixer Overview 3:45 – Ableton Tracks & DI Box Configuration 6:05 – In-Ear Monitors & Channel Mixing 8:30 – Percussion Table & Packing the Gear 10:55 – Road to the Venue 13:45 – Soundcheck & Gig Details 16:15 – Post-Gig Reflections & Pack Down 18:30 – Wrapping Up the Day #DrummerLife #BehindTheScenes #GigPrep