Craig Leerman

3 weeks ago | prosoundweb.com | Craig Leerman

Recently I was talking with a colleague backstage while waiting for doors to open at a show, and we got on the subject of our favorite TV shows of all time. One program we agreed on was “The David Letterman Show,” and in particular we loved the nightly Top Ten list. It inspired me to come up with my own list, in particular, of the things I could be doing instead of working in production. It’s more than 10 things, but hey, it’s my list.

1 month ago | prosoundweb.com | Craig Leerman

One of the jems in my microphone collection is a Turner 44D. I looked everywhere for a clean model and finally lucked upon a mint condition unit complete with the box, cable and paperwork. I’ve always thought Turner made some of the best looking Art Deco-style microphones. While this model is a bit more modern than many of Turner’s more famous vintage mics, it’s still a beauty.

Sep 5, 2024 | prosoundweb.com | Craig Leerman

Chapter 1 of 4 in the Renkus-Heinz Expert Series on Beam Steering Loudspeakers, entitled “Taming The Beast”. We’ve all been there. The room is highly reflective or the PA can’t be placed in a preferred location for whatever reason. Or both. Ideally, you’ve noted the challenges during a walk-through and can put some thought into an overall approach and a system design that will produce success despite the obstacles. My most recent “nightmare room” serves as an example of what can be done.

Jul 3, 2024 | prosoundweb.com | Craig Leerman

Sure, you have a great microphone collection, the latest digital console, and fantastic loudspeakers – that’s everything required of a sound company, right? Well, not exactly. The truth is that it’s the little things that can make the most significant difference between a “good” or “great” gig. Here’s a list of some (not all) of the “must haves” at any show, no matter how big or small.

Apr 5, 2024 | prosoundweb.com | Craig Leerman

Recently a young person asked me about my work, and as I explained some of the various aspects, it triggered something in my brain. I realized that I had actually just barely scratched the surface in terms of telling him about the wide range of responsibilities that many of us have. For example, we’re regularly involved with sales before the show (and often during and after).