Concerts are fun and exciting times for the band and the crowds. The size of the venue and type will determine the systems that need to be set up. How it is set up and the type of backline equipment can determine the difference between a successful concert and a bust. The systems are sometimes provided by the venues and sometimes by the bands. Neither can be expected to have everything needed.
The equipment that is set up in front of the musicians is called the frontline. This usually includes monitors and PA speakers to help broadcast. All of the other systems included are usually backline systems. They include the instruments, amp speakers, and various implements. The quality and type depend on both the band and the venue where they are playing. When being booked, the band manager should discuss what the venue has as part of the contract process.
This setup is very important and matters a great deal for the sound quality. There have been instances where up and coming bands with very little in the way of amps showed up to a venue thinking they would have the rest only to find out the venue expected the band to have everything needed. Without the amps, power, and someone to help with the sound check, the concert could be a bust.
Most bands have their own setup. This doesn't mean they have what is needed for every venue. They often have enough for a decent small concert or practice session. However, in a much larger venue, the smaller amps and speaker systems may not be able to broadcast loud enough, leaving the crowd straining to hear the music.
Big concert halls usually have permanent systems. They may even have used instruments, such as drum sets, available for use. Since a band can't be expected to haul different equipment for different size venues, the bigger venues usually invest in a nice setup. If they do not have what is needed, some will rent the rest but this has to be done prior to the concert date.
New and up and coming bands usually have to rent or borrow what they need. Equipment costs can skyrocket quickly. Having to buy a whole system is cost prohibitive and newer bands just can't afford it. If the venue is without the needed systems, they can often be contracted to rent whatever they don't have from a local music supply store. They need to be the right size for the venue in question.
A sound check is needed before every concert. If there are multiple bands, the last one usually sets up and sound checks first. Their systems are then pushed towards the back of the stage. The next to last and finally the first bands will then perform their checks. Once the first band is done playing, the crew quickly pulls their systems off stage and slides the next band's forward for a quick transition.
No traveling band can have all the equipment needed for every type of venue. Renting the systems they do not have is something that can be worked out in the contract during the booking process. Larger venues or those that have groups play all the time, often have their own permanent setup so incoming bands will have minimal needs when they get there.
The equipment that is set up in front of the musicians is called the frontline. This usually includes monitors and PA speakers to help broadcast. All of the other systems included are usually backline systems. They include the instruments, amp speakers, and various implements. The quality and type depend on both the band and the venue where they are playing. When being booked, the band manager should discuss what the venue has as part of the contract process.
This setup is very important and matters a great deal for the sound quality. There have been instances where up and coming bands with very little in the way of amps showed up to a venue thinking they would have the rest only to find out the venue expected the band to have everything needed. Without the amps, power, and someone to help with the sound check, the concert could be a bust.
Most bands have their own setup. This doesn't mean they have what is needed for every venue. They often have enough for a decent small concert or practice session. However, in a much larger venue, the smaller amps and speaker systems may not be able to broadcast loud enough, leaving the crowd straining to hear the music.
Big concert halls usually have permanent systems. They may even have used instruments, such as drum sets, available for use. Since a band can't be expected to haul different equipment for different size venues, the bigger venues usually invest in a nice setup. If they do not have what is needed, some will rent the rest but this has to be done prior to the concert date.
New and up and coming bands usually have to rent or borrow what they need. Equipment costs can skyrocket quickly. Having to buy a whole system is cost prohibitive and newer bands just can't afford it. If the venue is without the needed systems, they can often be contracted to rent whatever they don't have from a local music supply store. They need to be the right size for the venue in question.
A sound check is needed before every concert. If there are multiple bands, the last one usually sets up and sound checks first. Their systems are then pushed towards the back of the stage. The next to last and finally the first bands will then perform their checks. Once the first band is done playing, the crew quickly pulls their systems off stage and slides the next band's forward for a quick transition.
No traveling band can have all the equipment needed for every type of venue. Renting the systems they do not have is something that can be worked out in the contract during the booking process. Larger venues or those that have groups play all the time, often have their own permanent setup so incoming bands will have minimal needs when they get there.
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