The IEM (in ear monitors) Bible thread
Before we start..
For those that don't want to read... or just want a quick answer... or dealing with Myth #1 - IEMs are expensive:
IEMs can be expensive for sure, however, a simple, great sounding solution can be had for less than £100... Just don't do a Macgyvered half baked approach to IEMs and then claim they don't work for you!
If you are dipping your toes in the water, a Behringer P2 (or one of the similar copies that are now appearing on the market) int
7. SOME THOUGHTS ON SILENT STAGES
One of the great things about IEMs, is that it opens up the opportunity for silent stages. As the name suggests, the silent stage allows for no (or minimal) sound to come from the stage itself and the only source of sound (as far as the audience is concerned) is from the FoH. All monitoring is direct into the artist's ears. Silent stages can be your best friend, especially in troublesome venues - and it will make your band sound better too, as there w
