01-09-2007, 12:06 PM
I heard that Mark V is no longer the hip sound man. Does anyone know who they are using on this tour?
hip sound guy
01-09-2007, 12:10 PM
another guy named Mark,don't know his last name.
fairly short and bald. real good guy.
fairly short and bald. real good guy.
01-09-2007, 01:11 PM
Whoever the new sound guy is, he deserves my accolades.
That NYE show sounded absolutely incredible.
BTW -- has anyone been to a HoB venue that's any smaller than Chicago?
It's gotta be the smallest HoB I've visited......
That NYE show sounded absolutely incredible.
BTW -- has anyone been to a HoB venue that's any smaller than Chicago?
It's gotta be the smallest HoB I've visited......
01-09-2007, 04:22 PM
Speaking of the Hips sound guy, back in 1994 I was the assistant manager at a pizza place at the base of the AT+T tower in downtown Seattle. We used to get all the working stiffs to come in for all you can eat pizza. There was a large group of window washes who came in every day. These were the guys that hang off the side of sky scrapers with a rope and a squeegee! One afternoon at lunch the lead washer dude came in as usual and he had a friend with him. The friend immediately noticed the Tragically Hip playing on our sound system. He struck up a conversation with me about the Hip and I started my standard best band in the world speech. He says to me "are you going to see them tonight?" I was like "What?" He was like "Yeah, they are playing tonight at the Under the Rail" I was like, oh man I didn't know." He was like "yeah, they are sold out." I was about to cry when he says "hey dude don't worry, I am the sound guy for the band. I'll put you on the guest list." So I bought them all lunch and true to his word I got into the show that night. My question is was that Mark Vreeken? If it was I so owe that guy a beer.
01-10-2007, 12:39 AM
bauer Wrote:I heard that Mark V is no longer the hip sound man. Does anyone know who they are using on this tour?
What information are you looking for? Let me know via PM and hopefully I can help you out.
05-04-2007, 02:26 PM
Just came across this article about the Hip's sound guy and the mixing console he uses. It's basically one big advertisement filled with a lot of technical mumbo-jumbo (at least to me), but thought some of you might get something out of it.
Excerpt I sort of understood:
For stage monitoring, Johnny Fay, drummer for The Tragically Hip, takes advantage of the VENUE Personal Q™ (PQ) monitoring system, which enables performers to create their own monitor mixes. “He is on in-ears and likes to have control of his mix, so this works out awesome,” says LaCorre. “The rest of the band uses wedges—except for the lead singer [Gordon Downie] who uses ears and wedges. Having our drummer use the PQ system really frees up our monitor engineer to concentrate on the singer.”
Full article:
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VENUE Selected for FOH and Monitor Duties on Tragically Hip Tour
Engineer Mark LeCorre impressed by Pro Tools integration, sound quality, and extensive plug-in choices
Vancouver-based Audio Image Canada (and Audio Image Live are industry-leading audio production companies that provide high caliber sound reinforcement and live recording services for events throughout North America. Audio Image Canada’s chief engineer Mark LeCorre’s live mixing and recording credits include Dido, Avril Lavigne, Joe Satriani, Megadeth, and INXS. Most recently, LeCorre put the Digidesign VENUE live sound environment through its paces while working in partnership with international touring sound company, Jasonaudio, on The Tragically Hip tour.
For The Tragically Hip, the front of house (FOH) VENUE system consists of a single 48-input D-Show™ , FOH Rack, Stage Rack, an HDx card for direct integration with Pro Tools|HD®, and an ECx card, which allows LeCorre to remotely control VENUE via Ethernet using his tablet PC. “The band uses only 28 inputs, so it’s pretty straight ahead,” says LeCorre. “I use the HDx card for Pro Tools recording and Virtual Soundcheck, and the ECx card for wireless remote control of the desk for soundchecks. The only outboard gear I’m using is a Focusrite ISA 220 for the lead vocal. I was using a BSS 901 and a Drawmer de-esser, but I’ve recently replaced those with plug-ins as well.”
LeCorre says that he’s been waiting for this type of mixing console for some time — especially for its ability to seamlessly interface with Pro Tools®. “When I was touring with Dido,” he explains, “I used a PM1D [Yamaha digital mixing system] with a 64-channel Pro Tools|HD system. I had Pro Tools ‘inserted’ on every channel via ADAT lightpipe, and used the plug-ins within Pro Tools — EQ, dynamics, multiband compression, etcetera — for processing. I was multitracking every show and using Pro Tools for virtual soundchecks. Needless to say, when I heard rumors of Digidesign making a live desk that could do what I had been ‘band-aiding’ together, I was ecstatic!”
LeCorre is also impressed with the VENUE system’s sound quality. “I thought it was warmer, and the top end especially was more analog-sounding than some of the other digital desks. I find you can get a much more produced sound from this desk. You can use a lot of plug-ins in a very subtle way to get things to sit together nicely. This doesn’t mean that it sounds soft or too nice - I keep getting comments on how much the raw power of the band comes through, and how punchy and crunchy the drums and guitars are.”
One of VENUE’s “must-have” features for LeCorre is its unique Virtual Soundcheck capabilities. “Don’t leave home without it,” he exclaims. “I can’t emphasize enough how great this is. I can tweak the mix without the band, build snapshots, work out effects cues, time-align instruments with multiple mics on them, and experiment with different plug-ins… And then — here comes the good part — I get to tune the room with the actual source material. My system engineer and I walk the room with a tablet PC and run the VENUE as well as Smaart [sound measurement and analysis software] and my system drive. I get to hear the power response, EQ of the room, and the system with the actual band that people are paying to see that night instead of a CD of another band.”
As far as plug-ins go, LeCorre uses many, including the Digidesign® Fairchild™ 660, Bomb Factory® BF76 and BF-2A, Digidesign Smack!™ and Impact®, and various gates by Drawmer, in addition to the Sony Oxford EQ on several channels. On all of the vocals, he uses the McDSP MC2000 multiband compressor, Digidesign Dynamics III De-Esser, and Fairchild 660. He also uses the Sony Oxford EQ for the lead vocal. For effects, he likes Digidesign ReVibe™, Line 6 Echo Farm, and Eventide H949. For the house EQ on his main mix, he uses the Sony Oxford EQ.
“I could go on for days about plug-ins — I love ’em,” laughs LeCorre. As for his favorites: “I love the Fairchild 660 and the BF76 — great emulations of classic compressors. I’m also a big fan of multiband compressors and de-essers. I’ve been using the MC2000 on vocals — the 3-band version seems to sound the best — and the Digi [Dynamics III] De-Esser.”
For stage monitoring, Johnny Fay, drummer for The Tragically Hip, takes advantage of the VENUE Personal Q™ (PQ) monitoring system, which enables performers to create their own monitor mixes. “He is on in-ears and likes to have control of his mix, so this works out awesome,” says LaCorre. “The rest of the band uses wedges—except for the lead singer [Gordon Downie] who uses ears and wedges. Having our drummer use the PQ system really frees up our monitor engineer to concentrate on the singer.”
LeCorre is also making nightly use of Pro Tools|HD, which is integrated with the VENUE system for live recording and archival purposes. Eventually, The Tragically Hip plan to release live recordings and a “song of the day” on their website.
In addition to his work with The Tragically Hip, LeCorre recently recorded a live CD/DVD for guitarists Joe Satriani and Eric Johnson, using VENUE and Pro Tools — much like he’s done on previous tours with Dido, Avril Lavigne, INXS, Megadeth, and others.
Excerpt I sort of understood:
For stage monitoring, Johnny Fay, drummer for The Tragically Hip, takes advantage of the VENUE Personal Q™ (PQ) monitoring system, which enables performers to create their own monitor mixes. “He is on in-ears and likes to have control of his mix, so this works out awesome,” says LaCorre. “The rest of the band uses wedges—except for the lead singer [Gordon Downie] who uses ears and wedges. Having our drummer use the PQ system really frees up our monitor engineer to concentrate on the singer.”
Full article:
<!-- m --><a class="postlink" href="http://appleproaudio.com/Article799.html">http://appleproaudio.com/Article799.html</a><!-- m -->
VENUE Selected for FOH and Monitor Duties on Tragically Hip Tour
Engineer Mark LeCorre impressed by Pro Tools integration, sound quality, and extensive plug-in choices
Vancouver-based Audio Image Canada (and Audio Image Live are industry-leading audio production companies that provide high caliber sound reinforcement and live recording services for events throughout North America. Audio Image Canada’s chief engineer Mark LeCorre’s live mixing and recording credits include Dido, Avril Lavigne, Joe Satriani, Megadeth, and INXS. Most recently, LeCorre put the Digidesign VENUE live sound environment through its paces while working in partnership with international touring sound company, Jasonaudio, on The Tragically Hip tour.
For The Tragically Hip, the front of house (FOH) VENUE system consists of a single 48-input D-Show™ , FOH Rack, Stage Rack, an HDx card for direct integration with Pro Tools|HD®, and an ECx card, which allows LeCorre to remotely control VENUE via Ethernet using his tablet PC. “The band uses only 28 inputs, so it’s pretty straight ahead,” says LeCorre. “I use the HDx card for Pro Tools recording and Virtual Soundcheck, and the ECx card for wireless remote control of the desk for soundchecks. The only outboard gear I’m using is a Focusrite ISA 220 for the lead vocal. I was using a BSS 901 and a Drawmer de-esser, but I’ve recently replaced those with plug-ins as well.”
LeCorre says that he’s been waiting for this type of mixing console for some time — especially for its ability to seamlessly interface with Pro Tools®. “When I was touring with Dido,” he explains, “I used a PM1D [Yamaha digital mixing system] with a 64-channel Pro Tools|HD system. I had Pro Tools ‘inserted’ on every channel via ADAT lightpipe, and used the plug-ins within Pro Tools — EQ, dynamics, multiband compression, etcetera — for processing. I was multitracking every show and using Pro Tools for virtual soundchecks. Needless to say, when I heard rumors of Digidesign making a live desk that could do what I had been ‘band-aiding’ together, I was ecstatic!”
LeCorre is also impressed with the VENUE system’s sound quality. “I thought it was warmer, and the top end especially was more analog-sounding than some of the other digital desks. I find you can get a much more produced sound from this desk. You can use a lot of plug-ins in a very subtle way to get things to sit together nicely. This doesn’t mean that it sounds soft or too nice - I keep getting comments on how much the raw power of the band comes through, and how punchy and crunchy the drums and guitars are.”
One of VENUE’s “must-have” features for LeCorre is its unique Virtual Soundcheck capabilities. “Don’t leave home without it,” he exclaims. “I can’t emphasize enough how great this is. I can tweak the mix without the band, build snapshots, work out effects cues, time-align instruments with multiple mics on them, and experiment with different plug-ins… And then — here comes the good part — I get to tune the room with the actual source material. My system engineer and I walk the room with a tablet PC and run the VENUE as well as Smaart [sound measurement and analysis software] and my system drive. I get to hear the power response, EQ of the room, and the system with the actual band that people are paying to see that night instead of a CD of another band.”
As far as plug-ins go, LeCorre uses many, including the Digidesign® Fairchild™ 660, Bomb Factory® BF76 and BF-2A, Digidesign Smack!™ and Impact®, and various gates by Drawmer, in addition to the Sony Oxford EQ on several channels. On all of the vocals, he uses the McDSP MC2000 multiband compressor, Digidesign Dynamics III De-Esser, and Fairchild 660. He also uses the Sony Oxford EQ for the lead vocal. For effects, he likes Digidesign ReVibe™, Line 6 Echo Farm, and Eventide H949. For the house EQ on his main mix, he uses the Sony Oxford EQ.
“I could go on for days about plug-ins — I love ’em,” laughs LeCorre. As for his favorites: “I love the Fairchild 660 and the BF76 — great emulations of classic compressors. I’m also a big fan of multiband compressors and de-essers. I’ve been using the MC2000 on vocals — the 3-band version seems to sound the best — and the Digi [Dynamics III] De-Esser.”
For stage monitoring, Johnny Fay, drummer for The Tragically Hip, takes advantage of the VENUE Personal Q™ (PQ) monitoring system, which enables performers to create their own monitor mixes. “He is on in-ears and likes to have control of his mix, so this works out awesome,” says LaCorre. “The rest of the band uses wedges—except for the lead singer [Gordon Downie] who uses ears and wedges. Having our drummer use the PQ system really frees up our monitor engineer to concentrate on the singer.”
LeCorre is also making nightly use of Pro Tools|HD, which is integrated with the VENUE system for live recording and archival purposes. Eventually, The Tragically Hip plan to release live recordings and a “song of the day” on their website.
In addition to his work with The Tragically Hip, LeCorre recently recorded a live CD/DVD for guitarists Joe Satriani and Eric Johnson, using VENUE and Pro Tools — much like he’s done on previous tours with Dido, Avril Lavigne, INXS, Megadeth, and others.
05-04-2007, 02:48 PM
"LeCorre is also making nightly use of Pro Tools|HD, which is integrated with the VENUE system for live recording and archival purposes. Eventually, The Tragically Hip plan to release live recordings and a “song of the day” on their website. "
same old info, or something new here????
same old info, or something new here????
05-04-2007, 02:53 PM
jgardz Wrote:Eventually, The Tragically Hip plan to release live recordings and a “song of the day” on their website. "Hmm. Missed that line about the SOTD. Thought the sound guy was relatively new, and thus assumed the article was recent. If it's not, sorry for posting.
same old info, or something new here????
05-04-2007, 04:24 PM
The Horrible Esthete Wrote:Whoever the new sound guy is, he deserves my accolades.
That NYE show sounded absolutely incredible.
BTW -- has anyone been to a HoB venue that's any smaller than Chicago?
It's gotta be the smallest HoB I've visited......
Went to the one in Boston back in 2002. Not sure if its even still there, but it was basically an old two story house. There was only a main floor, about the size of a living room, and the stage was on a 1 foot riser.
05-04-2007, 11:49 PM
NegPhil Wrote:Speaking of the Hips sound guy, back in 1994 I was the assistant manager at a pizza place at the base of the AT+T tower in downtown Seattle. We used to get all the working stiffs to come in for all you can eat pizza. There was a large group of window washes who came in every day. These were the guys that hang off the side of sky scrapers with a rope and a squeegee! One afternoon at lunch the lead washer dude came in as usual and he had a friend with him. The friend immediately noticed the Tragically Hip playing on our sound system. He struck up a conversation with me about the Hip and I started my standard best band in the world speech. He says to me "are you going to see them tonight?" I was like "What?" He was like "Yeah, they are playing tonight at the Under the Rail" I was like, oh man I didn't know." He was like "yeah, they are sold out." I was about to cry when he says "hey dude don't worry, I am the sound guy for the band. I'll put you on the guest list." So I bought them all lunch and true to his word I got into the show that night. My question is was that Mark Vreeken? If it was I so owe that guy a beer.
Mark Vreeken is skinny, dark hair ...nice fellow.
he actually briefly dated Sheryl Crow around the time she was on ARA (but, then again, who didn't lol)
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