Luke Combs Full Band Rig Tour — My Kinda Saturday Night
Luke Combs’ band gives a full rig tour with Sweetwater, during their 2026 My Kinda Saturday Night tour, diving deep on the gear that brings... Read more »
Live Sound News
Sep 22, 2026, 3:00 PM
Sep 11, 2026, 12:00 PM
What is a Cardioid Subwoofer? Why Do I Need One?
You might be looking at the title above and thinking that somebody accidentally combined two different articles. Cardioid is a word we usually... Read more »
Sep 10, 2026, 2:56 PM
Evanescence Sanctuary Live Rig Tour: Amy Lee, Emma Anzai, Troy McLawhorn, Tim McCord & Will Hunt
Evanescence gave Sweetwater an up-close look at the live rigs powering the band’s 2026 worldwide Sanctuary tour. Amy Lee, Emma Anzai, Troy... Read more »
Sep 10, 2026, 1:45 PM
Sound Advice: Fundamentals of Live Sound
You’re getting into live sound. There’s a lot to learn, and it can all seem a bit overwhelming at first. This guide will put you on the right... Read more »
Sep 10, 2026, 1:00 PM
Yamaha DM5 Digital Mixer First Look
Is the Yamaha DM5 the powerhouse mixer your live rig or studio has been waiting for? Wes Hershberger from Yamaha joins Mitch Gallagher at... Read more »
Sep 9, 2026, 12:00 AM
The Soundcraft Signature Plus Is the Real Deal!
It’s been years since Soundcraft updated its legendary analog lineup — but the wait is over. The new Soundcraft Signature Plus is here, and it’s... Read more »
Sep 3, 2026, 12:15 PM
7 Live Mixing Mistakes You Might Be Making
As much art as it is science, there are myriad ways to ruin live sound and just as many ways to make it great. While some of these common... Read more »
Aug 26, 2026, 4:00 PM
How to Mic a Snare Drum
Choosing a snare drum mic is important, as I discussed in “Best Mics for Recording Snare Drums,” but positioning the mic is equally important.... Read more »
Aug 22, 2026, 11:00 AM
How to Set Up a PA for a Band – The Ultimate Guide
In this video, we’re taking you behind the scenes at Sweetwater to show you exactly what goes into a live sound setup. From choosing the right... Read more »
Aug 22, 2026, 9:15 AM
Musical Instrument Insurance: Everything You Need to Know
What do you do if your studio catches on fire, gets flooded, or is destroyed in an earthquake? What do you do if somebody breaks, enters, and... Read more »