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00:00:00 Intro
00:00:16 Native Instruments, makers of Izotope plug ins and other software, has entered preliminary insolvency. How much do you rely on plug ins and what is your contingency when your go-to ones go away?
00:05:53 The "Hybrid" Problem: "What is the panel's current 'gold standard' for managing mix-minus in a hybrid environment where you have local presenters, Zoom participants, and a live stream audience, all needing different monitoring feeds?"
00:09:05 Thoughts on refreshed Shure SLX-D+ wireless? Huge bandwidth upgrade, easier firmware upgrades, feedback suppression, control of transmitters via receiver. [link]
00:19:15 Has anyone used the Elgato Stream Deck Modules yet (the DIY versions)? How have you integrated them into finished products? [link]
00:28:51 Wireless Reliability: "With the 600MHz and 700MHz bands becoming more crowded than ever, are you seeing better long-term reliability in the 1.9GHz (DECT) space or is it time to fully commit to proprietary digital ecosystems for corporate ENG?"
00:33:09 Any NAMM News?
00:38:09 Has anyone else been experimenting with the Boxcast Mixing station? Thoughts? [link]
00:42:11 Do the client or talent on stage affect what equipment you use? Do VIPs, celebrities or well known faces case you to use bigger, better or shinier equipment than strictly necessary?
00:44:47 I've never rented walkie-talkies but need to for a festival this summer. Last year we had no comms and it was really frustrating. What kind of frequencies are those operating at?
00:49:47 How can I prove that the FOH has the music too loud for a HOW? Is there any standard for loudness, or is it just whatever they set the volume to?
00:57:44 Good morning, I have 2 PCs, an Atem mini pro, a Yamaha MG10XU mixer, a Go Xlr, and a Schiit Audio stack. What order, or what equipment should I connect to the other unit?
00:59:00 Thoughts on Verum 2 open-back planar magnetic headphones ($499) for listening to music (not for mixing)? They recently received a good review by the honorable Curtis Judd. [link]