Digital Audio Archives

Best Audio Interfaces for MainStage

In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the best audio interfaces for MainStage in three different price ranges from under $200 to over $1,000.

How to Build a Redundant MainStage Rig on a Budget

I created an earlier post providing step by step instructions for building a redundant rig for MainStage. While this setup works incredibly well, it’s not necessarily within the budget for all productions nor is it always portable enough to be easily transported. In this post, we’ll take a look at how to create a redundant […]

The Ultimate Guide to Building a MainStage Keyboard Programming Rig on a Budget

I see many forum posts in which people are attempting to build MainStage rigs for musical theatre on a budget, so I thought it would be helpful to offer some suggestions for combinations of gear that would allow someone to assemble a MainStage rig for live performance that won’t break the bank. There are many […]

Buying a Used or Refurbished Apple Computer for MainStage

I often see posts in Facebook forums concerning which Apple computers could work well for Apple’s MainStage software for live music performance. More specifically, which Apple computers could function well if purchased used or refurbished. This is a tricky proposition as there are a number of things to consider. First, you’ll need to consider whether […]

Can I Use A Windows Computer For Music Production and Keyboard Programming?

I’m often asked whether it’s absolutely necessary to use an Apple computer for music production and keyboard programming. This question is certainly understandable given how much Apple products tend to be associated with creative professions and the tendency for content creators to gravitate toward the Apple ecosystem. However, I would argue that the answer to […]

MOTU Audio Interfaces on Broadway

As a synthesizer programmer for Broadway productions, I’ve been a longtime user of MOTU audio and MIDI interfaces. At times, I’ve tried other products, but have always been disappointed in one way or another, and whenever I’ve returned to using MOTU I’ve been fully satisfied with the quality of the products, reliability, and the excellent […]

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