You have your instrument rentals, concert clothing, and pre-show amenities ready to go—now it’s time to prepare for your soundcheck. Use the following tips to make your upcoming check a streamlined process, and keep these in mind for the future so every soundcheck goes according to plan.

Review the Stage Plot

Go over staging prior to the actual soundcheck. Use the stage plot, or a diagram of instrument and microphone placement, to familiarize yourself with what will happen during the soundcheck process. Learn what goes where to save yourself and the crew time and energy.

Show up Ahead of Time

Arrive ahead of time, especially if you are the opening act. You do not want to hold the main act up, nor do you want to annoy the technicians in charge of the soundcheck. If you arrive early, you might be able to start early and enjoy more downtime before the show.

Know What You Need

Think of everything you need to bring to the soundcheck, such as guitars and cables. Pre-set your amp and pedals so you can adjust them as necessary during soundcheck instead of having to start from scratch.

Perform at Your Best Level

Sing and play the way you will at the show. You do not have to play each song to completion if you are concerned about wearing out your voice or depleting your energy level; however, playing the way you do in concert is key in helping sound engineers make vital changes.

Be Adaptable

Keep in mind that the aforementioned changes might be necessary to achieve the ideal sound. Listen to what sound engineers have to say and work with them—the engineers are there to help you sound your best, so take their ideas and tips into consideration.

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