MY PRO AUDIO RIG EP. 1 | HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO GET INTO LIVE SOUND?

In todays videos we go over my large format audio rig. It consists of JBL mains and subs and is powered by EV amps. It kicks a lot of ass!
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[@DjWooPig]

THANKS FOR WATCHING GUYS! THIS EPISODE ONE OF MANY COVERING WHAT IT TAKES TO GET INTO THE LIVE EVENT INDUSTRY. STAY TUNED FOR EPISODE TWO WHERE WE TAKE A LOOK AT AUDIO CONSOLES AND NETWORKING!

[@rhinojmc33]

great info! helpful stuff! keep it coming.

[@josephkimuchu7621]

dude you are an inspiration....i hope to get there one day...all the way from kenya

[@marblelive]

John Simmons i

[@TASTYTREATSPLS]

This video was dope. KZbin recommended...who knew that algorithm worked?

[@EricThompsonAudio]

You are very professional and quite charming. Good work my friend!

[@thomasrudder9639]

Nice, well spoken, professional, humble dude. Who wouldn't want you around. Youre really a great person.

[@russell_szabados]

Man, keep it going. You may be C level now, but with your knowledge and willingness to share information, big things will be in your future.

[@jeffsnedeker150]

I have work with A LOT of sound companies and most of owners think they are the best!!!! This guy is the real deal very humble and very honest! best of luck in the future!

[@nelsonromanbillini]

this what we sound guys use as work horses on a decent general session or a glorified Break out room. versatile and very convenient. Great video man. very simple and straight to the point.

[@almostlate]

DBX, Crown, JBL, Martin lighting, all Harman. All the same family. :)

[@tjordulf]

Not to mention Lexicon

[@soundshopvlogs]

Awesome video. Very informative. I've known many smaller companies that have made a good living off these bad boys. They may not throw that far, but definitely can get the job done for the smaller gigs. They were the gateway to bigger things for us. And for those who don't want to get too big, they're just fine to make a good living with.

[@Tpigeon5]

Hey John, just wanted to say when rigging your PA try not to rig the slings in a manor that pulls the truss apart (hoist sling on top bar, PA sling on bottom). This weakens the truss. The PA sling should be choked on the top bar and the hoist sling choked on the bottom.

[@DjWooPig]

Tpigeon5 thanks for the tip!

[@watki4966]

I have worked with some big name acts and owned my own lighting rig and worked side by side with a couple of production companies. And to say all that to say this you did an awesome job with the video good info and the equipment looks clean and professional.

[@lazybirdband]

This is hands down the best video on KZbin for this. I love what you’re doing man!

[@BeemoSchmeemo]

I have no idea why I am watching this, but I like your energy

[@lebalo3z]

If you've done THREE6, in my eyes you've made it 😂. This is the type of stuff I fantasize about. Just need a small loan from my wealthy dad

[@DjWooPig]

Lee S let me borrow some money from him too!!!

[@googleaccount253]

can you see me hahhahahahaha wassup donald

[@Coastincolt]

can you see me Hmmm- that sounds somehow familiar.

[@markamber1480]

First off I don’t know how this ended up in my feed but it was fun and you are a great explainer! Might want to also add your 64k figure is easily tripled when you add wedges and PA and mics and cable and cases and other stuff.

[@DjWooPig]

Mark Amber coming in a future episode!

[@BigHeartedMan65]

What happens to me a lot is DJ's will come up to me to tell me About their $ 10,000.00 Sound system and There $ 2500.00 Light System . I let them Know, That almost Cover the cost of my Snakes(copper) Sub Snakes , Mic Cables... They Look at me Like I am LYING to them .. Then They Show Me Pictures of the PEAVEY System they are Running at 2 Ohms . So they can Get all of the Power out of it they can . But Keep Blowing Up speakers and amps ...

[@Maxwaehrens]

@@BigHeartedMan65 that's hilarious and I'm not even in this business.

[@joseperez-nf4zg]

2 years later. watching this in 2021 and helped me alot!! thanks boss

[@HH-Thorsten]

You are a nice guy. My best wishes for you and your buisness.

[@gymhourfee]

Well done! Very informative. You helped me make a decision about entering "the business". Carry on!

[@OtherMike5000]

This... Was.... AWESOME!! Thank you for even thinking to take the time to make this video.

[@DJRickWeb]

Exact video I need as I look into making a 5 figure investment into a concert level pa. Lol

[@rubsje]

Look for AudioFocus

[@johnfalco]

at 5 figures, look into L'Acoustics ARCS system.

[@Maximuslollo]

Look at voice acoustics & D&B AUDIOTECHNIK

[@stevenhammerle423]

Bassboss has some great options

[@jgillylikesbudsalot7436]

Yes then

[@LoveMeBack]

It costs a lot! I would go insane if somebody put his drink on one of the woofers.

[@dez5]

Great to see black man doing his thing. Congratulation.

[@djlee1743]

what about green man?

[@SuperDave]

Someone's always got to interject race..SMH

[@richardingersoll29]

Desmond Walker wow race? And u wonder why people are so segregated... you all do it too yourselves. Can we be humans?

[@BigHeartedMan65]

It is GREAT to See a Young Man in the USA getting off of his azz(NO MATTER WHAT COLOR HE IS) and Working not thinking the World OWES HUM ... GREAT TO SEE ... Like you said it is a Start.. We all have to start somewhere . I have been doing this in Northern California for 53 years ... As a Great Man Once Said . I Have been to the Mountain Top and to the Low Valley Below ...BUT with The Blessing I have been Given I am Still alive and Doing OK ...

[@shanebrennan4205]

I just see a nice human.

[@daled.m.4512]

Hey man, I really respect your honesty and this is a brilliant video. You seem like a genuinely nice guy! All the best to you and your business = D

[@kayboku7281]

At the end of the day every sound company has gear, its the crew that makes the difference. Look after every client really well and rewards shall come your way!

[@djaceproductions]

Tech rider friendly thats where its at, and small festivals and corporate events is where its at

[@BigHeartedMan65]

The Cost of a Rider Friendly System is around $ 225,000.00 including the Truck .... The Prices are Based off of MAP Pricing for All of the Equipment and The Truck is Based off of what a 2018 Isuzu NQR with a 20 foot Box and Lift gate would be . This system is Based off of what I have and Use . Mine is a Little bit more because I carry 80 Mics with my System . All Mic Stands are K&M . They Last . All Copper Cables were Priced through , www.Audiopile.net as were all the Cases ... I do Around 250 to 300 events a year .. They Pay between $ 1250.00 to $ 3500.00 a Night .

[@capaudio10]

Like your humbleness, great video. One observation, never hang anything heavy from the bottom chords of the truss. That puts the weld joints of the webs under stress. The truss is designed to be supported or hung from the bottom chords, and anything heavy hanging is supported by the top chords.

[@bikingitandlikingit7806]

Loved your video, lots of straight talk regarding starting out.

[@feet_exe]

It ain't much but its honest work

[@K1NGKRUED]

C level equip, A level attitude... you are an awesome dude.

[@moeperk81]

You're doing way better than a lot of people. Keep at it bro!

[@asilva_media]

love the vid! me and my friend are starting out doing tiny weddings and stuff with some alto tx10s and an A&H zed24… wish us luck

[@lni9]

this is great. I like how it's a modular rig and you could just take a few array boxes and a couple subs to do a smaller show.

[@Newschoolcovers]

Power is expensive? Get some Lab FP10000/ 14000 clones from Gisen or Sanway. They run stable if you dont use them on 2 ohms, they deliver a huge amout of power, are cheap and they are easy to repair cause you just have to replace the boards. Also your rack is a lot lighter :) Greetings from germany, great setup!

[@o0musique0o]

Hey man, really enjoyed this video. I’m a DJ with a small rig set-up. Not looking to get into the rigging game but found your video very interesting and informative. By the way you’ve presented this video, I can tell you have put a lot of dedication, investment and time into your business. Your experience speaks volumes through the information you have given and is very clear and on point. Because of this, I have subbed 🤙 All the best and success for your future endeavours in 2019 and beyond 💯🤙

[@stuff8195]

That is the correct video for me I am looking to go a step up now

[@smartass6071]

I run 4 EV T252+ tops.....4 EV MTL-1X subs. ...with 4 EV Q1212 amps and the DBX PA2. Love it. I bought some of it new and some of it used. 4 tops..4 subs..4 amps..and xover ran me $6,600 Add in another 4K for cabling and road cases as well. Then another 4/5K for a good mixer laptops disk players and signal sources , plus back up gear. Don't forget about transportation for all that gear. Shit starts adding up quick.

[@BIGMANMUSIK]

Dope set up and I hope your business grows! Wish you all the best, much success and God bless!

[@MartinManweiler]

Before watching the video; man you seem really cool and grounded! Keep going and be you!!

[@harriglnola7655]

Fantastic video!!! I really appreciate your sharing all knowledge in your video. Great job! I have subscribed.

[@l.j.crandell5764]

Great Video!! Thanks for sharing. I have been in the biz and out of the biz. Have been getting back in lately. I don't know if everyone caught your mafia reference but it is so true. Once your in they won't let you out. I have had good luck with a few auctions. Keep the videos coming. You Sir are on your way. Very nice rig!!

[@onealmaloney3109]

👏👏 do t worry brother, just now you'll be one of the largest in your state

[@drtalkboxsa9412]

In my country you are definitely at A+ level

[@stevenagblami6780]

Super professional! Respect

[@woohunter1]

I would love that subwoofer setup in my 300 square foot basement listening room

[@jeffsnedeker150]

I predict a lot of you say "what"? in you future. Music does not have to be loud to be enjoyed.

[@LifeofaCountrySinger]

Hello from Nashville, Tn! Nice, clean setup, John! Keep the videos coming!

[@OHLR]

really interesting video, we like JBL/Harman and EV gear. It is cool to learn how to build a B / C pro rig

[@NicosGigs]

great Video, John! :) I really like the way you to talk about your stuff. You´re right. It´s not the best gear, but still good in this price range. Well done!

[@mabrystudios5880]

With your attitude with what you have and shows with no feedback will go far for U!

[@sbroggie]

Love the VRX. Great workhorse that sounds awesome. Cool video!!!

[@MrApple-qf3qo]

Live music isnt my thing but did find this very interesting 👍👍

[@BIG_APEX_REACTS]

so dope! I love live sound. I did a lot of work in San Diego at Meeting Services Inc.

[@kingofthecrease30]

EV was never known for power amps....they are more of a speaker company....crown macro tech is the best in the business for touring amps....if you want the light weight then go with QSC...they are same price or cheaper.....good choice on the speakers 👍

[@MarcoBuratti]

Keep it up! I know how much money it takes. I am working for an audio rental and we have just ordered a JBL VTX A8 array!

[@JesusMendozaJr01]

Crazy Set up!

[@SoundScientist1]

@John Simmons. Thanks for the vid Big Bro.' Great content.

[@BrianMDPhD]

Have you had any issues running so many subs off one amp per channel? Even one sub at 2000W continuous and the amp at 2100W per channel, is using over 95% of its rated capacity!

[@5thwardmiked914]

John thank for that education

[@teredude]

.I think you are on the right track. If you want to compete with natl.companies watch out when you get outbid by big money sound companies that will try to put you out of business. A big Sound Contractor can take you Show Season Contracts by doing them for free as a write-off. Where as to you they are your bread and butter. Be careful on who you compete with in your area. You taste in gear is only based on your own limited experience. Don't suggest brand names and keep it friendly.

[@armanddelgato1]

Very cool man! This is an excellent presentation!

[@jamiemcparland]

Awesome video man! Thanks for all the great info!

[@steevehives128]

very nice job sir. love what youre doing, as I am getting back into the market as well. Lets do this!

[@NameNaameNameeNaamee]

A constant curvature array IS a line array. It's just the variety that has a constant curvature. Also, throw and angle are two completely different things.

[@chrisjohnson4386]

Great video. Amazingly informative. Love to see how you setup power for this rig on like a remote venue.

[@markamber1480]

These speakers will rock even more powered by crown I tech 5000 HD. They are the only a,p to use fir processing on these VRX. Not even the powered versions of these VRX have FIR. It’s an immense upgrade over the DBX 360. The xti amps are not good... we have a service contract with 50 of these over Chicago (we did not install) over last 2 years 12 failed. Keep EV on the subs if you want.

[@95Sn95]

I'd say don't down talk your gear for the sake of snobby equipment elitist, be proud bud good job I think your on the right path you have some great stuff, Anybody who hates on any of it can ahhh just suck it...

[@wondafulweasel]

Love your accent man, great information as well !

[@TheGaggenau]

Just want to point out that jbl vrx maybe looking like a linearray but the the the construction of the cabinets are basically point source. The long and short throw settings are not near as good as a true linearray.

[@Dj_rueboi]

This is a awesome video. Def about stuff I never knew about

[@hanasvaraproduction9334]

In Indonesia, custom box speaker & amplifier is solution for reduce cost.

[@DJDynablend]

That is one awesome setup!

[@andresgualtero9132]

Great buddy thanks for exposing the industry..... now we are going to have bunch of untalented, unpassionate dummies charging close to nothing for gigs. Rates will continue to fall if a vast majority of Audio Techs start exposing their secrets on youtube.

[@DjWooPig]

I’m not sure what “secrets” I exposed but ok!

[@andresgualtero9132]

@@DjWooPig Bro I'm not trying to be negative but just giving you some advice. I've been in this industry for a decade now. But it makes no sense as to why you would want to teach everyone on KZbin all the knowledge you have....like since when is all this knowledge free

[@oliverguy3121]

A lot of traditional line arrays can be pole mounted with the correct hardware

[@jossuecastaneda8135]

WOW, thank you for this, it is very insightful.

[@alexestrada.wallypower8rot740]

Thanks for sharing all your knowledge god will bless you

[@tonysawyer6946]

The decent thing EV did was used Dynacord Amp the CP4000 is a dynacord design build...

[@kwamesha3477]

Job well done young man. Took a lot of heart to name brand names that you claim are "less than adequate"!!! Otherwise you were on point.

[@colehaaf4425]

You earned a sub! Excited for the rest of the series. Instead of passing on bigger clients, would it be viable to rent a bigger rig?

[@DjWooPig]

Could be, but it would be harder for me to rent the system and know the most efficient way to go about putting it up. The owner of the gear knows the ins and outs, id rather have them on the job.

[@romainepope]

great system working on getting to this level

[@spinmoney101]

Great video bro! To me that’s a dream system lol! Respect!

[@joshuahaewardii8540]

love this video bro

[@danhdao1647]

Thankyou so much for this tutorial

[@fv3video]

Awesome job and well said.

[@masonkim7]

next. level.

[@soundguy78]

Looking at that drive rack. If you're bored 1 day, make a video on it.😎😂

[@speedlimit6869]

Nice rig I don’t care what anyone else thinks. Real audio engineers know not to touch behringer not saying there bad, but you have look at what goes into the build.

[@bedtimeread]

Thank you bro, all the best!!

[@terrencepillay8079]

bless u brother inspiring thank u

[@irwanrosadi7280]

it is very interesting if u also making video about with your QRX :D many soundman still having QRX :)

[@dautisticguy]

6:47 as a 6.4 guy I've Been there

[@hnopedro8300]

Good video very informative

[@blackwolfjr1909]

I don't know if you've done this yet but I hear that you said you've done some venues and one of the things I would say if you haven't already you know you get your back line equipment I don't know if you noticed or not but I just filled with throw it out there your precautions as far as your drums congas guitar amplifier bass amplifier and AR instrument amplifier and I honestly want you to set up stage what's the equipment that you already have cuz that's perfect stage equipment stagewise that's perfect I got cannot say it enough that's perfect because you could short throw those top boxes and you can feel the stage real comfortable and make it warm but when it comes to doing concerts especially outside you need some boxes that beckon throw you know if I'm standing 400 feet away and I can't feel those boxes you ain't looking for nothing I hear what you saying but I'm just telling you you need something like a w been empty or full but a lot and have never really gotten them running the way that they're designed to run because they don't understand how the run them they never read no I won't say they wouldn't bought it and they didn't research how the Box actually operate Howard how it performs a lot of times people saying no to empty or full boxes while I'm going to tell you I like the empty or full box the reason why I like the empty or full box is good to the sound that you can get out of it what's the pressure wave that you can get out of empty or full boxes you can't be anything of it is this the distance that you can feel that pressure wave from an empty L4 box specially when you get like 16 of them out on the ground and yeah you can buy in o m t l Ford used and a lot of times and in all honesty I get it a lot of people don't like using those boxes to heavy they were like 300 Salon pounds but anyway I'm a pretty big guy and all the time that I've been running down those pretty much where the boxes that I used so yeah I'm a pretty strong guy at that too cuz I moved them around by myself I've built these double 18 boxes Lefty's monster 18in drivers with the with no double magnet in fact I'm just going to say the water just the RMS is 2400 the peak is 4800 a lot of folks would say hey you know how you going to get that much power out of two drivers 8 it's done I'm telling you an old amplifier like a crown 5000 and these drivers together even if you can remove it to it 6000 amplifier these drivers would have it and the reason why I haven't the boxes of double plated well I double plated them for one thing I don't know if you've ever seen what strength in pressure 18 inch drivers can create when put it this way 18 inch speaker drivers can't create so much pressure wave that it could take a three-quarter inch plywood and move it like a couple of inches and it could be a 3 by 3 piece of plywood how I know this cuz it got a funny story I blink out and come back

[@christopherdickson9779]

Thanks man about the tip on amps your Abigail guide man to me .

[@watchman316ly]

John- how does this whole setup perform outdoors?

[@cc11studio]

Good stuff man. Thanks!

[@djjbsmuve346]

Very informative. Thx for sharing.

[@muntupoetslegacy7760]

I'm impressed!!!🔈🔉🔊

[@amadivictorchinonso748]

I will like to know the meaning of 3 way and 4 way crossover and how to use it

[@rdot980]

What's entry level is that Hitachi miter saw. I know because I have the exact same one.

[@willdatsun]

you mitre spelled it incorrectly

[@ali-sleimanchehade6129]

What is the best? I’m looking for best of the best!

[@amdenis]

Any recommendations on much higher, more “audiophile grade” monitors and related support at least quality complementing to Schertler and Jackson Ampworks ? JBL and QSC doesn’t do it for what we’re looking for.

[@todds5956]

Very informative. Do you plan on upgrading to active at some point?

[@peteryousef5177]

please i need a video to explain how many speaker line array can we connect ( passive or active speaker ) please we need a video to explain information about speaker line array ) important