I've never heard anyone call that a "CLG." We call that a "processor."
Obsolete in today's digital rigs.
I agree and I'll take it one further giving someone equipment beyond their skill level can be a detriment to their performance. A CLG, or even a Crossover or EQ can make things really bad if you don't know how to use them
Your acronym I suppose, never heard anything other than "gated compressor/limiter (which would be "GCL" if your so inclined.)CLG for short ...
Your acronym I suppose, never heard anything other than "gated compressor/limiter (which would be "GCL" if your so inclined.)
Gating is always the first process in line, limiting the last.
Here's one you can add to you inventory: 2 Ch "CGL"
The opening act generally does not use the same console as the headliner. The two consoles are separated by a matrix mixer. Costello may prefer a mix the rest us find wanting. They may not get a rehearsal or adequate setup. You can't blame the engineer without knowing the circumstances or situation. Lots of people higher up in the chain can throw wrenches into the works..That doesn't just apply to DJs Mix. I saw Elvis Costello opening for Steely Dan at a 20K seat outdoor venue. The venue has a top of the line L-Acoustic line array that I have heard before and knew it sounded great. Elvis sounded like crap though. ...This made it clear that the mix engineer for Elvis was a hack. It was hard to believe both bands were using the same system.
MIxmastermachom said:Now when someone compliments you on your performance they without realizing it are complimenting you on the gear you use.
I can believe it. If you suck it doesn't matter how great the gear is. Like I said I've seen some who had top notch gear but truly sucked and that's not just my professional opinion but my personal one as well.That doesn't just apply to DJs Mix. I saw Elvis Costello opening for Steely Dan at a 20K seat outdoor venue. The venue has a top of the line L-Acoustic line array that I have heard before and knew it sounded great. Elvis sounded like crap though. Between performers, I spoke to the venue staff sitting at the house position (which was not being for this show). They confirmed there was no problems with the array. The guy that sold the system to the venue was also at the show and he too agreed Elvis sounded like shit. Steely Dan came on a few minutes later and they sounded pristine. This made it clear that the mix engineer for Elvis was a hack. It was hard to believe both bands were using the same system.
When you have a ton of experience you should know how to read a crowd and trouble shoot issues that come up quickly.The opening act generally does not use the same console as the headliner. The two consoles are separated by a matrix mixer. Costello may prefer a mix the rest us find wanting. They may not get a rehearsal or adequate setup. You can't blame the engineer without knowing the circumstances or situation. Lots of people higher up in the chain can throw wrenches into the works..
DJs don't typically have these other layers of constraint and are more transparent. There are some DJs that can pull a phoenix from the ashes and others who are just one minor inconvenience from a complete disaster. A lot of DJs can be quite thin on capability due to a lack of resources or broader exposure. They know their own personal piece of gear or software and nothing else. Just one little change or one defect and they are helpless. Compare that to say, a guitar or piano player whose talent is not wholly invested in a single retail item. They can easily move from one instrument to another despite any preference they may have. You don't see that level of technical capability very often with DJs, maybe 1 in 10 at best.
I don't think there's any hidden psychological meaning. People are pretty clear about when they are complimenting the DJ or liking the gear. When an issue does arise It's not that hard discern when a DJ is struggling with ability, a lack of resources, or just poor choices. There's usually no sound engineer you can blame.
What if we don't have a ton of experience? Are we not allowed to try?When you have a ton of experience you should know how to read a crowd and trouble shoot issues that come up quickly.
Taso said one of the best things ever. He did his sisters wedding and if his family would have heard him when he first started out they would have said he was lousy. I worked hard at getting better. Part of it has to do with God given talent. Now no matter how much of that you have, you still have to put some serious work in if you want to be really good. Some just simply put were never meant to be a DJ. Just like I was never meant to be a singer. No matter how much I practiced at being a singer I would still suck big time and I know it!What if we don't have a ton of experience? Are we not allowed to try?
Who gets to decide when someone can hire us?
I worked hard at getting better. Part of it has to do with God given talent. Now no matter how much of that you have, you still have to put some serious work in if you want to be really good.