Music Gear Needed for Playing Live Acoustic Gigs

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[@justinbaugh3432]

Great video! Just wanted to point out a couple of things. You don't need a "speaker" cable to go from a mixer to a powered speaker. Speaker cables are heavier gauge to carry signals from a power amp to a non-powered speaker and are not shielded. Using that kind of cable in this instance can introduce outside interference/noise. In your case, a mic cable, which is shielded and balanced and better at rejecting interference, would be the best option to connect the mixer to the speaker. Similarly, for the connection from your Fishman unit to the board, a mic cable would be a much better choice. It is a balanced signal and will handle longer runs without signal loss that you get from "instrument" cables, which are not balanced. Hope that helps!

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you for putting this out there! I have made some upgrades and changes since (like using the XLR cable from the Fishman to the board...much better!) I’ll be posting an updated live gig setup soon!

[@philpants44]

By mic cable, do you mean a usually XLR?

[@brelleom]

I like the tc helicon play acoustic for guitar fx and vocal fx. Opens a whole new world for vocals and solo gigs.

[@jasonstallworth]

I need to look into that! After playing several gigs I’ve found myself not using the Tone DEQ and the board effects are nice but not great (I also need to be able to turn off vocal effects between songs when taking)

[@BuzzGarwood]

Heck yes.

[@AaryanShrestha]

Which processor?

[@waynemartin4477]

Hi jason, Rick here. I really loved your video on eqip. I have palyed in a bluegrass band for the past twenty years. But get this we were doing cover gigs like Metalica, Led Zepplin, the Beatlles long before anyone else out there started it. But I now want to just be on my own with my fiancee', I might add sings it all, and do what I love doing. Oh I am 60 years old and yes still a rocker. Thanks again for a great video.

[@jasonstallworth]

That’s awesome and great to see you’re still doing it!!! I’ve stuck with just playing the songs I love and specially from the 70s and 80s, and gigging a lot more these days so that strategy seems to be working! Here’s my updated video for live gear: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@sandeepkoliofficial]

You are just awesome Sir

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏🏻

[@oneGOD58]

After years of humping gear I reckon I have finally got my rig perfected. I have a 90 dollar round back six string with a Bolt on neck, strung with Daddario light gauge with a plain 017 swapped out for the wound g, a $19.00 rechargeable wireless headset mic, a $35.00 transmitter and receiver set for guitar, and a $175.00 portable p.a. speaker with a 15 and a M.r. horn built-in reverb. One load in. Speaker on wheels, guitar case under arm, triangle guitar stand in hand set up time is two minutes max, and I get paid at the end, can just about load out before they realise I've knocked off. Wish I'd done it sooner. I don't even need to plug in to power if I don't want to. Powered speaker runs off two self contained 12 v batteries, last for about 6 hours, haven't run them flat yet. Use all rechargeable batteries in the remotes. Lasts a whole 4 hour gig. Minimal cost and hassle free. Just saying. Thanks for the info Jas, rock on. G.

[@jasonstallworth]

Just gotta find what works best for you and sounds like you did 🤘

[@SingerRC513]

Man you're just my go to when it comes to gear info, setup, etc. Such great videos all across your channel. Cheers buddy!

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that and thank you! I recently started using a portable column system here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqiup3ZsmbJ8iqc

[@SingerRC513]

@@jasonstallworth Would you recommend that system for a duo as opposed to only being solo?

[@richardervins]

Nice summary of the essentials for a one man band. 😎 Let me offer some more tipps and some teenie weenie little corrections. Microphones can be seen as the first EQ stage, as they have different characteristics. So it‘s not the „more power“ of the Beta versions (as that can easily be adjusted with the gain control on your sound board), but what the mic actually does for you frequency wise. For solo musicians the old type of sound board is kinda outdated, especially when space and flexibility is an issue. Remote controlled mixers like SoundCraft’s UI- or Behringer’s X-series are what you may want to consider. They not only offer all the outboard stuff you may be carrying around, like that awkward DI-board, an extra player or guitar FXs, but they also let you store your settings for all the venues you may be repeatedly playing at. In addition to dynamics processing, they offer gates and feedback suppression, which come in handy especially when the corner in which you have to set up is acoustically not that ideal. Your speaker already can be remotely controlled, so why shouldn‘t your sound board offer this? FXs, like chorus, reverb, and some delay types, don‘t make a lot of sense without stereo capabilities. And besides, we (and the people in our audiences) have two ears… 😁 Last but not least - monitor speakers next to your computer workplace should point at your ears and shouldn‘t be hampered by barriers next to them. Get rid of them - and the results will be a lot better. 🤓

[@jasonstallworth]

Thanks for the feedback. This is from when I first started doing live solo gigs. I've got several more updated videos out there now on this topic. Here's the latest on gear (the only difference is I'm now using the EV ND86 mics instead of Shure): kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqiup3ZsmbJ8iqc

[@cashmoney9256]

Hey dude! Steven Cash here from 1999...harvest days. Congrats on the awesome channel! I just happened to notice it when I searched 'acoustic gig setup'...I gotta say i was surprised to see you doing acoustic gigs haha! You could always melt any electric fret board! Great video. I enjoyed seeing your gear. I didnt do much w musici for quite a while but I'm learning songs and thinking about doing a singer, acoustic guitar gig type deal.

[@jasonstallworth]

Brother Steve!! Man, great to hear from you! Yeah, I've been playing some acoustic gigs on the side. But this is the latest from my main gig (metal): www.jasonstallworth.com/music/masterpeace/ Good to see you getting back into music! I'm sure you can find plenty of gigs to play around town!

[@cashmoney9256]

@@jasonstallworth I'm living in Warner Robins, GA these days. There's a few places people play live around here and Macon. I just need to figure out what processor to buy and in more practice time. I checked out your channel and Instagram. You nail the 80s acoustic stuff dude. And it seemd like you were born to play metal!

[@jasonstallworth]

@@cashmoney9256 I love it all, dude!!

[@mzmudy]

This is great! I have played acoustic gigs for many years, and I too now have the ToneDeq. This is a super video for folks just starting and wanting to understand what to do, as well a good review for experienced folks. Nice one!

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helps dude...I actually have an updated video for my setup here (and need to make another soon!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@dtotheatothevtothee]

Need a little cart to load it all on! We aren't all that jacked to carry that bigass EV speaker. Hahaha!!

[@jasonstallworth]

A cart definitely comes in handy!

[@baneverything5580]

I bought a set of 100 dollar powered monitor speakers, two Powerwerks PW50 small PA speakers, a 100 watt Yamaha subwoofer, a four channel Yamaha mixer with basic effects, two chorus pedals, a cheapo but fun PockRock effects pedal for comedy songs so I can have drums and fuzz effect on my acoustic, very impressive cheap Shure copy SM-57 & 58 mics that are 98% as good (after around a dozen stolen Shures...now they can steal a 20-30 dollar mic), plus I already have a Sennheiser vocal mic. Those cheap Shure copies are as good as any I`ve used besides the Beta 58 and Peavy mics. Plus I got a Dean Koa wood acoustic electric and an impressive 89 dollar Ashthorpe acoustic electric as backup and alternative tunings. All this for well under 1000.

[@jasonstallworth]

Sounds like a solid setup and you can do so much with that!

[@Scott__C]

Jason, recently came across your channel. I like your laid back delivery and not the over the top delivery some KZbinrs seem to love. For low number of inputs, the Bose T1 or T4s are great little mixers. Small, and they have comp, EQ, verb and delay and their ToneMatch settings so you can just plug the guitar straight into mixer and it sounds good. Also, I'm a big fan of the Audix OM series of mics. The OM-2 is the same money as a 58 and the OM-5 is about the same as the Beta 58.

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you and thanks for watching! I've been sharing a lot more of my recent live gigs and set up and all. Yeah, I'm tempted to go with a Bose system for even more simplicity! Here's the latest video I have on live setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@Garryjonesmusic]

I live in Churubusco, In. I can throw a rock and hit Sweetwater. So very cool.

[@jasonstallworth]

That's an awesome place to be!!

[@mysolojourney101]

hey bud. great video! im using the the same equivalent equipment. great for small venues. i do have a second speaker. i play acoustic gigs in southern New Hampshire.

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, that's awesome...it's so much fun! I have an updated version of this here (which I need to do another update soon as I've accumulated more gear!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@raysiekierski7656]

Very helpful and well done video. Thank You!.

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you. This is my most current setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3Nd2isarWWppo

[@ethanherndon9774]

dude I've been looking at this exact speaker and mixer combo! what are the odds! great to see its working well!

[@jasonstallworth]

Oh, I have an updated version of my setup here for larger stages: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmTGZYFoapWdjdU

[@cambo6319]

Just a tip that I use Jason. If you can get your hands on a Zoom A3 guitar efx pedal it also has mic/phantom input. For a soloist it is the perfect little efx / mixer DI. Although I don't think it was ever designed for vocals that said but I've been using it for years with zero issues. My setup is very basic QSC K8 2000watt, Boss RC30 looper, 2 x A3 Zoom. I actually only ever use the one A3 Zoom but I realised it's best if I have a back up and because they stopped making these I went a purchased another one second hand.

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, I actually went with the POD Go for my live solo gigs and I have a recent video demonstrating it (me playing live at a recent gig, both acoustic and electric): kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXesoHWcpbmGba8

[@cambo6319]

​@@jasonstallworth Hey Jason, interesting video on that POD GO mate. In Australia that sells for around $836 AUS which is the cheapest I can find. I get what you mean with the looper as well. I've had a few over the years and at the moment I use Boss RC 30 which is a little more unforgiving compared to my old Digitech Jamman. The reason I went with the Boss RC 30 is because I had the original Digitech Jamman which were rubber pedals then the next version that came out had silver buttons and I wasn't a huge fan and they tend to break easier in my oppion so that's why I eventually went down the Boss RC 30 track. Anyway Cheers mate thanks for getting back Champion.

[@jasonstallworth]

@@cambo6319 I’m looking at the Boss 505! I’d like to take this to the next level for these solo gigs! I’ll tell you, this looping stuff is tough for me but I’ll eventually grasp it!

[@cambo6319]

​@@jasonstallworth I hear you mate and I thought I would be the same. I'm the most uncoordinated musician I know but for what ever reason I was like a duck to water when I got my first looper and within minutes it all worked for me. A lot of my muso mates here in Australia struggle with the looper yet they use stomp boxes and I struggle with that. But I guess my take on the looper is try not to over think it and always start on the down stroke and and down stroke to finish.

[@micahjmusic]

Super helpful video! Looking to invest in a ToneDEQ now. Thanks for the suggestions!

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, I ended up selling mine and I wish I had not done that!! I got a POD Go to use for both acoustic and electric. I show you how I use that for solo gigs in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXesoHWcpbmGba8 But again, I really wish I had kept the Tone DEQ...I may get another! lol

[@srikantopaul9560]

Thanks for the gear inventory. Can you add a quick set up connectivity section to this. What connects to what for different sound options and venue types?

[@jasonstallworth]

I go over that in a little more detail in my latest gear setup for solo shows: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3Nd2isarWWppo

[@markhurst4889]

Looks like your using a speaker cable from the mixer to the powered speaker. It will work for the most part but you might run into a situation where you have a 60 cycle hum. Really need a line/instrument cable instead of speaker. Very informative video. Thanks

[@jasonstallworth]

Thanks for watching. I've been using he Pro Co speaker cables and haven't had any issues with those at all. I've got an updated video on all of my gear here (just posted a few weeks ago): kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmTGZYFoapWdjdU

[@GravesoftheInnocent]

That Fishman is nice!

[@jasonstallworth]

I love it! I actually bought it right before everything was shut down...lol! And I finally got to use it live this past weekend!

[@dmc949]

Great video, many thanks. Dave.

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped (and good to see that you're doing this or getting ready to start!). I just released an updated gear video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3Nd2isarWWppo

[@Studioshinedown16]

Great job bud! Just found your channel. Thinking about solo gigging soon.. keep up the good work!

[@jasonstallworth]

Yes, jump out there and start doing it, dude! Here's an updated video on stage gear (and I'll be doing another update soon): kzbin.info/www/bejne/paWsdatjj6mChMk

[@justinleal5979]

Love what you’re doing man! Keep being awesome!! 🔥🔥

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you dude...I also have an recent updated video on the live gear I' using here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npyQeq2KZc59qsk

[@mikedonovan7776]

I really enjoyed your presentation and style ..

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you! I have an updated version of live gear setups here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@garycreativemusic5271]

Thanks I’ve just starting out playing with back tracks and this really helped now subscribed and I’ve hit the bell and liked your video

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you for the sub and for watching this

[@garycreativemusic5271]

@@jasonstallworth anytime mate 🙏😍

[@Xxxxxrrr6464]

Thanks brother

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏 🤘

[@ronzrolly8723]

Thanks for the help man 🤘

[@jasonstallworth]

Really glad to hear this helped! I have an updated version that works for small and larger (and outdoor) venues here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmTGZYFoapWdjdU

[@PaulTheSkeptic]

Death metal and solo acoustic. What's next for Jason Stallworth? Opera? Maybe move to Mongolia and take up throat singing? Lol. Just seems like very different ends of the rock and roll spectrum. But if you pull them both off well, mad respect.

[@jasonstallworth]

Lol, yeah, I do some stuff other than metal. These days I'm actually playing live acoustic gigs 2-3 times a week. Here's the latest: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e5nJo5uvl9CNo5Y

[@damonwolf793]

Great stuff my man.

[@jasonstallworth]

thank you! I hope this helps, it's a pretty simple setup!

[@alcoustic5297]

I would add mackie pro fx in the title in case people are searching for that. More hits to your channel and potential follwers

[@jasonstallworth]

Alcoustic that’s great advice man, and I’m definitely going to do that with the separate review I do for that specific product. It’s a pretty amazing board! I’ll have that out soon

[@tautvydasserepka]

Thank you very much for the great, honest, and fun video! :) you are a good speaker.

[@jasonstallworth]

I appreciate that! I'm going to be doing a new live acoustic setup soon as I've changed some things since this video!

[@tautvydasserepka]

@@jasonstallworth that's awesome Jason! Waiting for it. Oh and maybe you can show some effects professors you use on stage and at home? Thanks!

[@emmastrock8906]

This was so helpful thanks!

[@jasonstallworth]

Awesome to hear that! I have an updated gear setup video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmTGZYFoapWdjdU

[@stephengrant8505]

Love your metal stuff … 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you !!

[@sonicacoustics9176]

This content is really helpful! Cool :)

[@jasonstallworth]

Great to hear that!

[@bsmellis]

Great video for someone starting up or going on their own in the acoustic venue..it is a lot different than a full band gig for sure.. . Nice job Jason! You have covered all the bases and with quality equipment. I just came across your video and you have a new subscriber.

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you! Yeah, I really tried to keep this simple! Since, I've added a 2nd speaker and stands for both. Other than that, I'm still using everything else (and have 2 acoustic gigs coming up this weekend!)

[@bsmellis]

@@jasonstallworth Great Jason..I agree with the 2nd speaker..adds panning and depth to your sound...Just about the only difference in my line up other than brand names is I use a TC Helicon Acoustic play for vocal effects and harmony and feed my guitar through the Acoustic play into the board for any reverb and delay for my guitar as the Acoustic play only has guitar body rez. Thanks for putting this information out..Check out the Acoustic play..It's a nice addition to your set up.

[@WildBill1120]

Very informative! 😎👍🏼👍🏼

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏

[@jaydipdhar]

Thank you for making this video.. this was really helpful 😊

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome! I also have a blog post with a little more info here: www.jasonstallworth.com/equipment-for-live-acoustic-performance/

[@alexchubbymclynn6060]

Great positive video! Thanks a lot!

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped!

[@BayClubBocce]

Nice job. Really helpful.

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad helped! I also have a complete guide on playing live solo gigs here if you haven't seen it yet: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqqTg6hsh617b8U

[@BayClubBocce]

@@jasonstallworth have you ever used a TC helicon play acoustic? I’m not sure if that would replace the Fishman product that you use.

[@dennismukwatanise1795]

thanks brother. I love this

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome! And I've added a bit more to my acoustic live gig setup so I'll be sharing an upgrade video soon!

[@Loyaltyinthisbusiness]

Very helpful and informative. Thank you man

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏🤘

[@krackers777]

One good thing about your Mixer is the USB connection, you can use your laptop for backing tracks, whether your using your Acoustic or Electric guitar, imagine the possibilities..!! 🎸🍻

[@jasonstallworth]

Project-Bass & Guitar 777 Yep it has USB! At some point I may use that so I can play along with backing tracks

[@tony59able]

So helpful thanks very much.

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome, Tony. I also have a more recent video on setting up on a bigger stage here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@1satisfiedmind]

Thanks, this was very informative

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome! 🙏🤘

[@frankyulloa21]

Playing a wedding soon. I can just plug in to my Amp right?

[@jasonstallworth]

It depends on the venue size and if you're just playing or playing and singing.

[@jaredcaldera]

Very helpful video! Thank you Dana White!🙂

[@jasonstallworth]

You're welcome...I have an updated video for your solo gig setup here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@TheFlairGuy]

Perfect thank you!

[@jasonstallworth]

Oh, and I also have a blog post on this topic here for more info: www.jasonstallworth.com/equipment-for-live-acoustic-performance/

[@abramdelao8713]

Great video.. thank you!

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏 🤘

[@erlydeleonfabellar]

Nice tips sir

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you and glad this helped!

[@khalaziafaqih367]

So inspiring, sometime simple setup, or less gear is better

[@jasonstallworth]

Yes, often times simple can be better and less is more!!

[@paulsmith380]

Great video, great channel!

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, thank you! Also, I have a more recent video on my solo stage setup here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@paulsmith380]

@@jasonstallworth You have made some nice upgrades. I miss a lot of things about FL, but not the humidity. 🤘🤙🙏

[@jasonstallworth]

@@paulsmith380 yeah, the humidity can be brutal…and you’re drenched playing in the summer. But I’m just thankful to be playing out as much as I am!

[@jamesday5636]

dont need it Bose L-1 easy lean & mean and sounds GREAT

[@jasonstallworth]

That’s a great way to go. As you can see, this video is a few years old and I was not aware of those systems back the. I’m actually looking into one, and will be playing at a gig tonight that provides the JBL version.

[@kennytaylor4191]

Was wanting to know about using a stage monitor thru the board.

[@navypti]

I have that exact Mackie board and I too was wondering how to set up a stage monitor on it.

[@bathizargupta249]

Not sure about the Mackie but my mixer has a monitor out jack. Also, if you are only using one speaker, you could run another XLR cable from the channel you're not using to a monitor. You can even adjust the amount of effects going to the monitor so it sounds cleaner on stage.

[@earllsimmins9373]

If you have Bluetooth on your board and Bluetooth on your speaker you should be able to avoid connecting your speaker and board with a cable, I think.

[@jasonstallworth]

Yes, that's an excellent method. I also have an updated gear video for live gigs here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@spacexauto]

Hi Jason, it would be need a stand for the speaker? Sometimes maybe a little stage. I am willing to do it too and definitely your video is very useful. Thank you so much for giving details about it.

[@jasonstallworth]

I actually have stands (and another speaker) now, as I've been getting more acoustic gigs. Yeah, a speaker stand is definitely ideal!

[@robertmyers9346]

I have been looking for this type of information for some time, you pretty much nailed every question rattling around in my head. Thanks so much! Would ask one other question though, what APP (if you use one for your set list/tabs etc.?

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, it's awesome to hear! I use an iPad for lyrics. I'm going to be making a video on exactly how I use it soon, so stay tuned! Also, I have an updated gear video for live gigs here (and need to make a new one soon!): kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@Homebased_Official]

Great video.. thanks loads

[@jasonstallworth]

Very welcome

[@alexmoo4392]

I’m playing my performing my sister’s first dance song at her wedding next year and am researching what I need to buy in order to perform. I found your video super helpful! I’m very uneducated on guitar gear and tech. I was wondering about how you plug your gear into your acoustic? Do you need a pickup or something else?

[@jasonstallworth]

I’d recommend getting an acoustic that had a pickup. As far as great, this is my latest setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3Nd2isarWWpposi=86vabRmgYKqfQzGX

[@tedhoppin5817]

Hey Jason great rundown of your gear. I might suggest an extra cable or two as backup in the event one gets damaged or is not working and extra battery for the acoustic guitar pre-amp.

[@jasonstallworth]

Dude, you are absolutely right on that...back ups!!! That's a must (I've learned the hard way more than once!) I have an updated live solo gear video here, and actually need to make another soon: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@felixabrahamsson6783]

What do you think about running an acoustic through a Neural DSP Quad Cortex instead of the ToneDEQ?

[@jasonstallworth]

I don't know anything about the Quad Cortex. Shortly after making this video I bought the Line 6 POD Go for these gigs. Here's my latest setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bp3Nd2isarWWppo

[@mikethemanc9077]

Cheers

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@ChrisBarnette-zk8iy]

I been lucky that most places I play have a small p.a.

[@jasonstallworth]

That's alway a plus

[@Hrcak1]

Playing in small space for only few friends and family. I need speaker for vocal and acoustic guitar using mic not pickup, any advice? Thanks

[@jasonstallworth]

I would still use an acoustic you can plug into your speaker. It’s going to help balance the sound.

[@Hrcak1]

@@jasonstallworth I'm playing very old fingerstile blues and traditional Croatian music, both going better with microphone than pickup, just more authentic. Thanks for help.

[@user-dz8zx7lq5l]

Would I need all of this if I’m just starting out playing live?

[@jasonstallworth]

This is a minimal setup, so I wouldnt try to do a live show with any less. You only get one chance to make a first impression

[@xoxmeraki]

❤

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏

[@williamjordan6786]

Very useful - a real insight to the life on the road - gigging!

[@jasonstallworth]

Glad this helped! It's not a bad way to make a little extra money doing something you love. Here's another live solo gig video to watch next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGeqgoubi9KHi9U

[@williamjordan6786]

@@jasonstallworth - yeah = have some gigs coming up - you can never know enough- thank you for taking the time to film - edit - and post your information - very insightful and useful - you should write a book!

[@jasonstallworth]

@@williamjordan6786 I’m hoping to crank out a 2nd book. Here’s my first: www.amazon.com/Heavy-Metal-Weights-Workout-Building/dp/198133324X

[@williamjordan6786]

@@jasonstallworth - Your are non-stop - what an inspiration - I have to get this book. Thanks - I am subscribed for sure!

[@jasonstallworth]

@@williamjordan6786 Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@richardmignacca6106]

Jason, great video. Thanks. Question, what is the difference between what the mixing board is doing as opposed to the pre-amp? This is all new to me.

[@jasonstallworth]

A pre-amp basically gives lower signals a boost. Some instruments and mics need a pre-amp or some type of direct box for that purpose before going into the mixing board. Also, many pedals act as a pre-amp plus effects, like the Tone DEQ in the video (I actually haven't used it in the past few gigs...I've been just running my acoustic direct as this board ihs his rez inputs that boost your signal)

[@TheAnalyticalObservers]

Mr. Stallworth, I've been bromance crushing on you for years now, I'm in love with your music, and how self sufficient you are. I've got 300 bucks, what can I use as a beginner live vocalist?

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you dude! I think you could maybe pick up one speaker, a small board, and mic with stand and cable used for about that price if you search. But I'd really recommend saving up a little more because you want a good sound.

[@TheAnalyticalObservers]

@@jasonstallworth Mr. Stallworth thank you for the advice, what do you think about a portable pa system?

[@jasonstallworth]

@@TheAnalyticalObservers I’ve only used what I have and I have an updated video on my live hear here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@marybetheighmy1827]

Good information. How do you not get feedback on your guitar? Also if you are connecting the Fishman DI box to your mixer what settings do you use on each of them?

[@jasonstallworth]

I've never had an issue with feedback. The biggest thing with that is you don't want your mic facing the speakers so just make sure your speakers are out front or at least that they're not pointed directly towards your mic. As far as your guitar, I don't have the gain cranked on the unit. Also, I ended up parting ways with the Tone DEQ and using this now: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXesoHWcpbmGba8

[@gavinmuir1170]

Hi Jason! Thanx for the info! Question! Backing tracks or decent drum machine ie Zoom Rythmtrak RT-123? I have watched guys doing backing tracks, and it's leaning towards Kareoke and it loses the the uniqueness and spontaneity of a live solo gig.

[@jasonstallworth]

Yep, I don’t backing tracks or drum machines for that reason. Just never likes the way that sounds. I do use a looper pedal so that I can loop a rhythm that I play and solo over that. I’ve got a video on that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXXJfaZ6jc2bqbM (I have the Ditto X4 now)

[@veros__music]

Thank you! This has been really helpful! I do have a question… or several 😅 I have the Behringer Europort PA system. Does this cut out some of the gear I need, like the DI box and mixing board? Or would those individual pieces be better to have?

[@jasonstallworth]

I'm not familiar with that board but many of the newer, modern boards have inputs that do not require a DI box. I've actually upgraded some of my live setup and have a new video for you here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@TheAnalyticalObservers]

Is there an effects pedal for my voice that can make me do metal screams better? If you have ever listened hed PE, the Jared the singer uses some kind of effect, are you familiar with this?

[@jasonstallworth]

I’m not familiar with that. The only effects I ever use for vocals are reverb and delay

[@markmembers4573]

Do I need the DI box if I'm playing an acoustic-electric guitar?

[@jasonstallworth]

You don't need one but it's a good idea to boost and clean up the signal. Plus, the effects boxes like the Tone DEQ work as a DI.

[@markmembers4573]

@@jasonstallworth Thanks so much for clearing that up! BTW, does a DI box and/or the Tone DEQ help lessen feedback?

[@dylanmason4620]

So speaker instead of amp for the guitar? What about speaker for voice and amp for guitar? Or you really dont need the amp?

[@jasonstallworth]

I'm using a direct box, the Fishman Tone DEQ for my acoustic which runs into to the board, so that box is my preamp. I do recommend having some sort of preamp: Acoustic to preamp, preamp to board

[@stephenalibozek1058]

👍👍

[@jasonstallworth]

🙏

[@EricInTampaAcoustic]

What effects pedal do you recommend for octave/ bass effects when looping ? Very good content brother

[@jasonstallworth]

Thank you. I really don't use any of that, although I do have the Ditto looper pedal. But I just use that to record a rhythm so that I can solo behind it. I haven't dove into anything beyond that as far as loops go.

[@bsmellis]

Jason, Just a quick question my friend...Out of curiosity why did you select the 10 channel Mackie mixer over the smaller channel mackies? I know they make 4 and 8..are you using those extra channels for something else(Like recording) or does the 10 channel have additional features the others don't? I like the Mackie mixer and don't want to leave any stone unturned in my selection of which to buy. Again, thanks for your video..Very helpful.

[@jasonstallworth]

I really wasn't sure what I would need at that time so I figured it'd be best to get a little more than I thought I'd need. And it turns out this works great because my wife is now singing some songs with me and I'm also using another channel to play music from my laptop on my breaks. On top of that, I want an extra channel or two for other people to be able to sing and play (some of us local musicians will sit in with one another). So this 10 channel worked out great.

[@atarijam]

I am curious - would an electric guitar (instead of an acoustic) work for a one man band show? I am thinking of switching to electric very soon but I still want to play small sessions in pubs.

[@jasonstallworth]

It’s not that you can’t do that but solo gigs are probably gonna sound better with acoustic unless you’re playing along with backing tracks

[@petersonscay]

This the guy who says you shouldn't play in shorts, lol. Sorry, I'd rather take insults for my attire than sweat to death outside in The Bahamas!

[@jasonstallworth]

Oh I definitely wear shorts! I’m in the Tampa, FL area. Our summers are brutal. I’ll still wear jeans for indoor gigs though, but I have a lot outside these days

[@mpekim]

What is that, a Nissan Pathfinder? I got me a Rogue recently

[@jasonstallworth]

Rogue, and I love this car!! I don't think I'll ever get anything else. I'm not a fancy car person...I just want reliability, and Nissan is the way to go!

[@RadoslawFiejdasz]

I'm leaving any comment

[@jasonstallworth]

🤘

[@lperry65]

Looks like the board has HiZ inputs so no need for a DI 🙂

[@jasonstallworth]

YES! That's one of the things I love about this board for the mics! And check out my latest live solo gig setup here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@lperry65]

@@jasonstallworth you can plug guitars into the Hi-Z inputs, pressing the Hi-Z button sets the correct impedance. Using Hi-Z on the Mics may result in clipping !

[@DylanBrooksmusic740]

Man that’s expensive it sounds like 🙁

[@jasonstallworth]

Not at all!! I'm guessing of the top of my head here but you can get all of this for less than a grand. Play enough gigs and you can easily make that back within a month!

[@haroldmartin2468]

Promotional considerations in exchange for products, (reviews? Or how much did you pay for gear?).

[@jasonstallworth]

None of that. I just bought the gear outright, most of it from Sweetwater. Being on in the studio for over a decade, I had that itch to play out again, even if it was just covers, so I decided to get the minimal gear I needed to start. I have the same gear now, only I've added an additional speaker.

[@haroldmartin2468]

@@jasonstallworth We love what you're doing!

[@celticviking2319]

You pick up a powered 12" speaker like it's an empty cardboard box lmao

[@jasonstallworth]

Lol...these things look heavier than what they really are!

[@wendellmagtalas9084]

Where’s the acoustic gig?

[@jasonstallworth]

This was at my friend's vape shop in Brandon, FL, which sadly he has to close this one. I have been putting more videos out there for this. This is an updated version of my live setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSsdJ5upLB_fZI

[@HectorSuxxx69]

Are you also a professional wrestler?

[@jasonstallworth]

lol...I wish I could say I was, but not even close!

[@jessehutchings]

I'm starting to feel extremely confused about what I need just to SING live .. because every 'singing live gear' or 'vocal gear' video I look up either discussed guitars .. or singing with a guitar .. like, bruh

[@jasonstallworth]

I have a video on what I use for vocals here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oX_LZ6NjnbOYkJI