Thinking Out Loud w/Friends

Show 336: "It Hurts When I Laugh" - Thinking Out Loud with Friends

In this latest session of Thinking Out Loud with Friends, the panel covers a wide range of pro audio topics, including gear setups, custom snake cabling, and insights from the recent AES convention in Nashville. The group also dives into vintage and modern mixing consoles, sharing vintage gear memories and details on upcoming industry demonstrations like the Empire Pro open house.

Alongside the technical audio discussions, the participants touch on personal updates, weather events, travel experiences, and an important look at...

Show 335:  Wed 28 October at 4:45PM 

This was a special episode of "Thinking Out Loud with Friends" where Jan invited Our featured guest is Brian J. McEvilly, RHU a Medicare specialist, to discuss the annual enrollment period for Medicare. 

Brian explained that the enrollment period runs from October 15th to December 7th each year, allowing current Medicare beneficiaries to change their plans, including prescription drug plans (Part D). The discussion covered how Medicare works, with Part A covering hospital costs and Part B covering doctor visits, while supplement plans and Medicare Advantage plans are available for add...

Show 334: Join me on Wed 21 October at 4:45PM when I host our 334th consecutive "Thinking Out Loud With Friends" Zoom video podcast. "Everyday is Saturday For Me" 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.📍 Where: Zoom Streaming live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn...

Show 333: 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 September 23rd at 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern📍 Where: Zoom Streaming live on YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedInRemember to share this with your friends and see you on the show, – JanTo participate on the panel...

Hi everybody, Sorry this was a late post, but I was in Japan, and I brought my iPad. Because I brought my iPad, I wasn't able to do the kind of posting that I was hoping to do. Show 332 is a little bit late getting up, but it was originally recorded on October 7. Please enjoy. 

Show 332: 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...

Thank you for listening to Show 331:  Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life.  

On this episode of Thinking Out Loud with Friends, the panel dives into a mix of audio industry updates and technical discussions. We kick off with a call to action for viewers to vote for Curt Hare and Point Source Audio for the regional Hometown Hero Award. The conversation shifts into high gear as Curt shares details about his newly acquired Gamble console, which he's modifying with a quad panner to rebuild the Da...

Episode 330 of "Thinking Out Loud with Friends" was packed with great stories, starting with some wild behind-the-scenes entertainment industry tales. Christopher shared his experiences rising through the William Morris Agency, while Jan recounted the dramatic fallout of coordinating a charity event with Lee Iacocca and Joan Rivers. The panel also geeked out over the insane $9.5 million auction price of Jerry Garcia's "Tiger" guitar and debated the rising costs of technology, including using Mac Minis as home servers.

Beyond the industry talk, the crew swapped travel and tech tips, from using ChatGPT to plan Hawaiian volcano tours to...

Show 329:  Join Jan Landy and his knowledgeable, affable panel of friends and colleagues for a no-filter discussion on life on "Thinking Out Loud with Friends". The meeting was a laid-back catch-up among audio pros, blending personal updates with broader news. 

The crew touched on everything from the Federal Reserve and cloud storage to weather updates, Jan's retirement in Thailand, and his upcoming trip to Japan. They also welcomed back Ed, introduced Greg Kirkland, and shared some laughs over everyday life anecdotes and health tips.

On the industry front, the group dove deep into audio tech, co...

Show 328: Join Mark Meding, Managing Director, North America, CODA Audio USA, for our "Straight From the Source" segment on Show 328 of Thinking Out Loud with Friends — he'll be taking your questions on the Space by CODA and the full CODA product line.

September 9th at 4:45 PM Pacific (UTC-7) / 7:45 PM Eastern

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 c...

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 main...

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...

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. J...

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 t...

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...

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, of...

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...

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 savi...

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...

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 G...

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, comp...

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...

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...

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 p...

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, Mar...

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 au...

The 311th episode of the "Thinking Out Loud with Friends of SoundBroker" series, led by Jan Landy, covered a range of technical and personal topics, including resolving Zoom invite issues by transitioning from Dubb links to direct invitations. Technical troubleshooting was a recurring theme, as Jan shared his setup for fixing lip-syncing issues, and the group discussed audio feedback and equipment controversies, such as Shure microphones experiencing distortion on major tours.

The panel included: Bruce L. Fallis, David Dansky, Fred Domenigoni, Gregory Baker, Gregory Woloszyn, Jan Landy, Ken Porter, Wayne Pierce, Wayne Sims

The conversation...

This was Jan's birthday show where participants discussed various topics including De-Feedback innovations, Thunder Audio beginnings, equipment setups, fascinating audio industry experiences from the early days up to recent events. 

Everyone shared multiple stories from their years of experience in the concert touring industry. The group shared stories about working at the Milken Institute conference, with Bruce describing his successful use of DeFeedback equipment in a small venue with 6 wireless mics, while Christopher Cuse complained about poor sound quality at a Pat Metheny concert at Disney Hall where front fills were missing. Tony Villarreal shared his history w...

This meeting of the Thinking Out Loud with Friends of SoundBroker, our 309th consecutive show, delved into a wide-ranging discussion covering industry events, high-level production experiences, and the latest in entertainment technology. We kicked things off with a look ahead to the upcoming Infocomm event in Las Vegas and shared behind-the-scenes stories of working with high-profile figures, including US Presidents and British Royalty. The technical segment featured deep dives into the evolution of sound management—from analog tape and carts to modern digital software—and a fascinating look at the IMAX film transfer process and the future of immersive 4D th...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...

Join our Thinking Out Loud w/ Friends of SoundBroker Zoomcast show hosted by Jan Landy and his knowledgeable affable panel of friends and colleagues for an entertaining robust discussion offering opinions on anything related to a working professional life in general.

Our ZoomCast isn’t just a fountain of knowledge; it’s also a opportunity to laugh. Think of it as therapy, but with more jokes and fewer couches. Join us and share your thoughts. Stay updated on life and world events, and enjoy multiple good chuckles along the way. 😄

Offer your support and opinions. We Zoom...