Why sound check can make or break any performance

Doing a good sound check is pivotal to dialing in the overall sound of a show. Most of the gigs we play have the band running sound, but we do love having a sound engineer in the house. That is one of the nicest treats for the band, when we don't have to worry about running sound. Nonetheless, we have played in countless different rooms over the years and have an ultralight setup that can be put together in minutes. Depending on the venue, the band may adjust the soundcheck in order to fit specific needs. We all help putting the PA together, and usually either Shadow or Anson will control the mixer.