How I Set Up My PA System ALONE (start to finish)

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  • Опубликовано: 20 янв 2025

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  • @SilverCreekAudio
    @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад +37

    We had fun making this one! Thanks for watching, liking and subscribing guys!

    • @michaelwilliams9508
      @michaelwilliams9508 Месяц назад

      Hi great video....where can I get those electric boxes with the break away connector?

  • @ThisIsTenou
    @ThisIsTenou 2 месяца назад +72

    This is the dream, man...

    • @Marphh
      @Marphh 2 месяца назад +3

      FR

    • @WeLoveAcoustics
      @WeLoveAcoustics 17 дней назад +1

      When I was 16 I went to the hardware store and bought wood to build my first subwoofer enclosure , now I sell them and buy line arrays , do the same guys , I love you all , all my bass heads 😂❤

  • @PeakSound
    @PeakSound 2 месяца назад +3

    Dream job ‼️🔥 the van the cables the sound system you’ve got it all. As long as they pay you your job’s worth 💰 over kill don’t matter
    What matters is what they paid for

  • @Jbone4681
    @Jbone4681 2 месяца назад +20

    The Ferris Bueller quote was not missed 👍

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      YES! Glad someone caught that!

    • @joshboorum
      @joshboorum Месяц назад

      @@SilverCreekAudio didn't miss the Dumb and Dumber quote either!!

  • @JosephSoulMusic
    @JosephSoulMusic 2 месяца назад +33

    I love the content but it blows my mind that you have so many high end pieces (COMBINE8, ULX, P9T, etc) but are still running ZLX for tops. I love the ZLX for what it is but you should really consider upgrading to something like a RCF ART932 with the 3" HF driver. It's a crazy difference (I own both). ETX or even EKX if you wanna stick with EV (I had all ETX and a couple ZLX before I moved to RCF). Nowadays I only use the ZLX when I need more wedges or for rental / ceremony systems. But I love the content and I actually moved to using the AC mesh because of you. 🤙🏽

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад +22

      I hear you dude! You’re not wrong about the EVs! It was more of business/financial decision when I started the company rather than an audio one.
      I invested in quality components upstream because if I don’t have mics or IEMs that work consistently, and/or aren't easy to interface with, then ultimately the kind of speakers I have won't matter all that much. That’s my opinion.
      Thanks for watching and I hope the mesh system works out for you!

    • @J-DJ
      @J-DJ 2 месяца назад +1

      @@SilverCreekAudio I agree with @JosephSoulMusic on the ZLX´s and 3" or 4" HF drivers, but I for sure also 100% understand that it can be necessary to prioritize $$$$/gear. What caught my attention the most was the ZLX as frontfill LYING down making the horn a 60 x 90 degr., for a one-time-use and not that wide of a stage okay, but as a budget-solution I like the LD Icoa 12 (or 15) where you can rotate the horn, btw very versatile speakers for frontfill, monitor, small PA solo or with subs, and rental.
      I´m watching from Denmark, sub´ed 2-3 weeks ago and love the content, watched the rack video 2-3 times 👍👍👍 keep up the good work !

  • @arguy2021
    @arguy2021 2 месяца назад +91

    Overkill is always better than under-performing.

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад +7

      wise words to live by. Thanks for watching!

    • @CDP135Z
      @CDP135Z 2 месяца назад +2

      Great advice! I got buuurned on my first scream-o show and never made that mistake again!

    • @alexwhite7827
      @alexwhite7827 2 месяца назад

      good quote. I'm stealing that! : )

    • @endless1247
      @endless1247 14 дней назад

      And more expensive...

    • @clayandannasteinwinter8747
      @clayandannasteinwinter8747 12 дней назад

      How’s your back doing?

  • @pablomiami
    @pablomiami 2 месяца назад +1

    thanks for sharing these videos, love the process. wishing you both much success.
    I made a 100' 12/3 SOOW extension a while back for a couple of outdoor events I had, where the nearest plug was about 80' away. watching your videos made me wanna cut it in half and just patch when needed instead of carrying the whole thing around hehe..

    • @JLupo93
      @JLupo93 2 месяца назад +1

      Don't want to connect two extensions together because you reduce the usable amperage. Always better to carry one of each length.

  • @woutervanblanken1878
    @woutervanblanken1878 2 месяца назад +2

    I'm always startled as an European, to see you walking around in sneakers and jeans. If I were to show up at an event like that, people would start asking questions. LOL
    Would love to see more in dept mixing video. Like what choices do you make for (voc) FX, and why. What mics you use and why etc. Love the content. keep up the good work.

  • @MugreFango
    @MugreFango 13 дней назад

    I love this channel. Greatings from Málaga (Spain). Waiting for more :)

  • @truthmayhurt4488
    @truthmayhurt4488 Месяц назад

    I love your content, organization and simplicity, i don't think it's overkill at all and i think you'll go a long way with small size production and niche, I had the Ev ZLX system as well and they definitely pack a punch for their size and price, just be aware of their limitations. Keep up the good work.

  • @TyB1280
    @TyB1280 Месяц назад

    3:00 You almost squished that little bee! Lol, great stuff though. Thanks for the knowledge :)

  • @goodgamist5113
    @goodgamist5113 2 месяца назад +16

    3:00 that bee almost got destroyed by the cable lol

  • @tommykavounidis
    @tommykavounidis 2 месяца назад +12

    You should make a video showing off your mixing station layout and how you setup matrices for subs FF etc.

  • @terrenzforever3474
    @terrenzforever3474 Месяц назад

    Hello Sir!
    I just want you to know we have the same passion! And yeah , you just earned another subscriber!
    More Videos to come!!

  • @BREADTheElectricion
    @BREADTheElectricion 2 месяца назад +2

    keep up the great work man love the vids

  • @vernysguillem3013
    @vernysguillem3013 6 дней назад

    I need help we’re can I get the cable for power distribution in the stage I have 4 stage monitors and it’s complicated to to run power cable to it thank you

  • @eyupcanasan
    @eyupcanasan 12 дней назад +1

    Hello, can I get information about the ramp in your vehicle?

  • @michaelbeneux8889
    @michaelbeneux8889 Месяц назад

    Total Respect 🫡

  • @bobexperimental
    @bobexperimental 2 месяца назад

    You deserve my subscription man! May more business coming to you.

  • @zadockmunala8778
    @zadockmunala8778 Месяц назад

    Such a very nice setup good quality equipment i wish i could own such here .even the sound car is good for the job.....ooh

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  Месяц назад

      Thank you! I'm really happy with the setup. Thanks for watching!

  • @Laiqul
    @Laiqul 2 месяца назад

    Why you dont bring the car close to the stage ?

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      my van won't drive up stairs

    • @Laiqul
      @Laiqul 2 месяца назад

      @@SilverCreekAudio I didn't see the stairs earlier, a place that big should be accessible by car, anyway you did a great job, I’m enjoy watching your video 😃

  • @rugenvilos4556
    @rugenvilos4556 Месяц назад

    nice set up dudes,keep it up❤

  • @kristopherdetar4346
    @kristopherdetar4346 Месяц назад

    That was a tremendous amount of work for so little of a gathering of people. I have way less gear and have DJ’d events with over 300 people. Now I don’t feel so small.

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  Месяц назад

      lol happy to be of service! Thanks for watching dude!

  • @RuzzLingat
    @RuzzLingat Месяц назад

    Man you got the perfect piece 😊🇵🇭

  • @codedreamfullstuckdevelope8096
    @codedreamfullstuckdevelope8096 2 месяца назад +1

    Hi brother how are you feeling today ❤️ super video ❤ Love from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

  • @calendar64
    @calendar64 Месяц назад

    Impressive set up bro, i surely can learn from you

  • @iwillnevergetone5
    @iwillnevergetone5 2 месяца назад

    lol love the tone and editing of this vid

  • @danielnaron
    @danielnaron 2 месяца назад

    What a GOATed setup!

  • @vincestyles1030
    @vincestyles1030 2 месяца назад

    Now I agree it’s better to have more but for that gig it really wasn’t overkill those tops aren’t that powerful nor those subs overall, I really enjoyed your video. Great job great equipment.

  • @OlusegunMoses
    @OlusegunMoses Месяц назад

    So lovely man, that is what I ha
    ve bring looking for

  • @danialspiomikuti3620
    @danialspiomikuti3620 9 дней назад

    This is beautiful

  • @boscobondo5396
    @boscobondo5396 Месяц назад

    This is even a dream as i wish to have set like this to do it on my own and in my country as a business

  • @lyjo-d4i
    @lyjo-d4i 2 месяца назад

    one man rig bro

  • @SrMouraSilva
    @SrMouraSilva Месяц назад

    Hello! Thanks for sharing your routine. It's satisfacting seeing your organization. Could you share the company that makes the racks that you use?

  • @gracenotemusicstudio878
    @gracenotemusicstudio878 Месяц назад

    Thanks for sharing this. You worth my sub

  • @anonamemos198
    @anonamemos198 Месяц назад

    Would glad to volunteer even if just hauling these awesome stuff.

  • @SebastianW95
    @SebastianW95 7 дней назад

    For how much ppl can u use this setup, with 2 subs and 3 satelites?

  • @boscobondo5396
    @boscobondo5396 Месяц назад

    Thanks bro, it's amazing, need a setup like that one

  • @adokosolomon3745
    @adokosolomon3745 15 дней назад

    Bro this is so grt, I do work in sound system too with my brother in Uganda

  • @rubbenkudohia5452
    @rubbenkudohia5452 Месяц назад

    Good work that is my dream job i need more from you

  • @XIIMonkeysMusicGroup
    @XIIMonkeysMusicGroup 2 месяца назад

    That's a long haul load in/load out!

  • @khristsupher
    @khristsupher 2 месяца назад

    great setup.... keep up the good work..

  • @2Uniquelive
    @2Uniquelive 2 месяца назад

    why use an analog snake if its just 3 inputs & your mixer is next to the stage?
    also what type of hooks do you use in your van for hanging cables?

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      There's a couple of reasons!
      1. It's new. I love using my new gear.
      2. It's 3 inputs and 4 outputs. Way easier and quicker (for me) to have it centered and in one spot. All cables coming from the rack tends to make a mess of things.
      3. I love using snakes. Call me old fashioned.
      At the end of the day, all that matters is that setup works with your workflow. I think these are the hooks amzn.to/4hAKwyA
      Thanks for watching!

    • @owenandrew8108
      @owenandrew8108 2 месяца назад +1

      @@SilverCreekAudio i second the snakes thing. even in smaller/less complicated setups, it can be super nice for organization to have all my stage i/o in one spot. and, its another degree of protection from cables being yanked and damaging gear. i'd rather lose a connector on my snake than on my mixer.

  • @javierruesta4252
    @javierruesta4252 2 месяца назад

    Estimado amigo en lo personal te felicito...
    Un trabajo ordenado y muy practico...
    Aca en Perú trabajo con las E.V ETX 15P..
    Suenan durisimo y buena prestación...
    Me han dicho que las Art 935 o 945 suenan mejor...que las E.V.
    Un buen trabajo y sigue pa! Lante.
    Siempre Con La Bendición De Dios.
    Un fuerte abrazo.
    Saludos desde Perú _Piura

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      Peru! That's awesome man! Thanks for watching the channel!

  • @Jeremy_Kinsey
    @Jeremy_Kinsey 2 месяца назад

    I love it when people think a rig or snake is overkill, lol. I'm like, NAH, it makes my life easier, I will use it!

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад +1

      whatever works best for your workflow is the way to go!

  • @rasseymendy9764
    @rasseymendy9764 28 дней назад

    I wish I can have your this sound system. I love it

  • @WeLoveAcoustics
    @WeLoveAcoustics 17 дней назад +1

    Hi sir , I am getting into the sound rental business in South Africa and I wanted to know how much do you charge that side , per hour or the amount of hours and price for an event you have done 🙏 it would be so helpful Sir , thanks for sharing your video

  • @zumonwho
    @zumonwho 13 дней назад

    can you make a video from start to end how to own this and start it of yourself. I am trying to do events for years and want to get into sound and lighting stuff so can you please make a video of where to start and how to do it

  • @thepnimit...7043
    @thepnimit...7043 Месяц назад +1

    Love song in your Video 🎉😊

  • @DINU_R
    @DINU_R 2 месяца назад +1

    I use the ELX 18SP subs too! How do you like their performance, pros and cons? I really appreciate their lightweight design.
    With your current setup, what’s the largest crowd you could comfortably cover? I'm thinking of it in terms of DJ mixes and making sure there’s enough punch for everyone.
    Why didnt you attach the subs together?

  • @filippomargheritini3753
    @filippomargheritini3753 2 месяца назад

    Love the content!!!

  • @gregmcveigh9966
    @gregmcveigh9966 2 месяца назад

    I think the firt thing you should do, when you get power and such to the speakers, is to play that song that is in this video. Loudly!

  • @19Jose91
    @19Jose91 2 месяца назад

    Sre those elx118p? I have a pair of those and I feel like they have no power… same with my pair of ekx15sp

  • @nitoranimae4911
    @nitoranimae4911 Месяц назад

    👋 Where can I find the 12 Ga SOOW Cord connections and their adapters?

  • @sprinter18
    @sprinter18 Месяц назад

    Would love to get a timestamp to see setup/breakdown startup start/finish times

  • @gfagan
    @gfagan 2 месяца назад

    Another great video thanks for share

  • @MiltonJimenez-pp9vn
    @MiltonJimenez-pp9vn Месяц назад

    Wait a minute, that power setup at the front of the stage, is that common or am I missing something?

  • @NathanNagel
    @NathanNagel 2 месяца назад +1

    Where do you suggest getting a shock mount rack case from? I’ve been enjoying all your videos and must have missed that.

  • @latinobazaar
    @latinobazaar 2 месяца назад

    The ramp for the van?

  • @rishanperera2725
    @rishanperera2725 15 дней назад

    Holy crap is that a numark mixtrack 3. Can you confirm it is that controller, cause I have the exact same one

  • @lokmanjl9797
    @lokmanjl9797 2 месяца назад

    Nice setup.💪🏾🤟🏽

  • @napynap
    @napynap 6 дней назад

    Does putting two subs next to each other cause a combing issue?

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  5 дней назад +1

      I have never been able to hear an audible combing issue with a center cluster like this , especially outside. But i'm sure they're a little off from the mains, they're not time aligned our anything.

  • @FeedbackEntertainment
    @FeedbackEntertainment 2 месяца назад

    what rachet straps.. the green ones. thanks

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      Rhino USA Retractable Ratchet Tie Down Straps: amzn.to/4cNWQbh

  • @fabrikausa
    @fabrikausa Месяц назад

    Great set up; it's a shame the number of people at that party was small

  • @aperfectbass
    @aperfectbass 2 месяца назад

    Maybe I missed in the video, how long was setup?
    I have similar gigs with similar rigs and am just trying to see if I'm too slow.

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад +1

      I didn't even think to put that in the video. I would say the total time from load in to finishing setup was about 2 hours.

  • @eckolumen
    @eckolumen Месяц назад

    What are those power taps you are using on the front of the stage?

  • @mattjohnson7660
    @mattjohnson7660 Месяц назад

    Are you using the built in crossover eq options on the Matrix sends? Or is the physical sub handling that?

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  Месяц назад

      I'm using internal crossovers in the speaker's DSP.

  • @TezzaRES
    @TezzaRES 2 месяца назад

    Couldn’t you get the van any closer?

  • @cesarjeanchristophe339
    @cesarjeanchristophe339 2 месяца назад

    Good job bro 😊😊

  • @Drummimg
    @Drummimg 2 месяца назад

    How much head room do the zlx’s give? And do they compare with the qsc k12.2s

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      K12's can be pushed harder and more efficiently

  • @andrewburlingame7284
    @andrewburlingame7284 2 месяца назад

    Great vid! Just please upgrade those speakers asap! Only weak link in the rig and sadly the biggest difference maker imo

  • @raunce91
    @raunce91 2 месяца назад

    Such a cool setup! My only complaint, as a DJ, is that the table seems to be too low. You wanna have one eye on the crowd while you're mixing to see people's reaction of the songs and with a table this low, you're probably leaned too much forward to see over the edge of the stage. I guess it depends on the height of the DJ, but I feel most comfortable when the table is 1m. I guess taller DJs think that's too low as well, or maybe their backs develop a permanent curve over time 😆

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад +3

      lol the table is way too low! They brought there own but I needed to bring one just in case. DJ almost always brings their own setup.

    • @raunce91
      @raunce91 2 месяца назад

      @@SilverCreekAudio I've recently started to not bring any equipment if there's already PA and lights coming from a rental, let them set up everything if they're already doing their thing. Always great to see how others do stuff and not have smelly armpits during the event lol

  • @onntou
    @onntou 2 месяца назад

    hi, i am just really curious.
    all the juice for the sound and light come from that 2 power?

  • @soundvlogtamil
    @soundvlogtamil 2 месяца назад

    How much you charge this setup per dj gig

  • @CDP135Z
    @CDP135Z 2 месяца назад +1

    I’m guessing this is probably a closely guarded secret, but any way you can throw hints out at what this kind of job is going for now days? I’ve been out of the game for a while, but occasionally get asked to do things and don’t have a clue what to ask.

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      If you want to message me on instagram we can talk about it. Thanks for watching!

  • @djlouiemangubat
    @djlouiemangubat 2 месяца назад

    😮 no extra hand, load, unload, set up, break down, all in, ☺️

  • @JoritSbt
    @JoritSbt 2 месяца назад

    Very nice video. I'm also an engineer. What kind of cool straps do you have there? I hate it when the rest of them fly around. yours are so much more organized

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      They're called Rhino USA Retractable Ratchet Tie Down Straps: amzn.to/4cNWQbh Love these things!

  • @charlemagnedabatian9410
    @charlemagnedabatian9410 2 месяца назад

    Where did you buy the Ramp on the Van?

  • @AlbertaCabugsa
    @AlbertaCabugsa Месяц назад

    How much this set up? From Philippines thx frnd

  • @john26660
    @john26660 2 месяца назад

    What is the rolling cart you have your mains on? I like that.

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      Sound Town Rugged Plywood Caster Board: amzn.to/3VGLtLy

  • @ricardolaplano3675
    @ricardolaplano3675 Месяц назад

    Nice bro me too one on one setting up sound system 😉😉😉

  • @sergeantseven4240
    @sergeantseven4240 Месяц назад

    Out of curiosity, how much are you charging for a gig like this? All that gear isn't cheap, did you bootstrap this business, business loan, or investor? I started a wedding DJ and audio business in October of last year, bought everything with either money out of my own personal income or with a credit card because that's all I could do, I tried to buy the best gear on a budget I could find and its done really well so far (we are booked 1 wedding a month until December of next year and have already done 12 this year) but I would love to have this level of equipment and be able to do bigger events and band gigs, Been looking at equipment and Shure and EV and all the digital mixers are still out of reach for us. I spent a good $2600 on the DJ console and another $10K on speakers, lights, etc. But I feel like we would have to book 1 wedding every weekend for a year to afford anything this nice. I don't want to raise my prices for the packages too much because I still feel like we are not on that level but its starting to seem like we should

  • @PRODUCCIONESPROEZAS
    @PRODUCCIONESPROEZAS 2 месяца назад

    nice video !

  • @HidanAkatsuki19-yx6xg
    @HidanAkatsuki19-yx6xg 2 месяца назад

    What about if it's rain... Can you manage to cover all of it by your self...

  • @BillRayDrums
    @BillRayDrums 2 месяца назад

    The long lonely load in.

  • @deewizzard808
    @deewizzard808 2 месяца назад

    what tripods do you use. I need ones that go up high like these. I'm a one man production 😎

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      I'm using these in this video Ultimate Support TS-99BL TeleLock: sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ7N2v

  • @TynoeNgwendeza
    @TynoeNgwendeza 11 дней назад

    I want a similar gear am from zim could you kindly assist , I will be very graetfull

  • @barryfreeman4706
    @barryfreeman4706 2 месяца назад

    Nice work! How do you like thE siamese power/audio cables…? I am thinking of getting a few for the mains.

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      Love them! Worth every penny! They're also about to be 5 years old.

  • @bboymac84
    @bboymac84 2 месяца назад

    They better pay you BIG!!!

  • @bboymac84
    @bboymac84 2 месяца назад

    You need a team!

    • @dustinthiessen
      @dustinthiessen 2 месяца назад

      for a small speakers on sticks dj show? nah man. especially if he wants to actually make a profit on a show like this

  • @tagproductions1379
    @tagproductions1379 2 месяца назад

    This is the Stuff, right here! By the way, what camera is being used?

  • @darshpatel8014
    @darshpatel8014 2 месяца назад

    big brother i really want to work with you, I'm very passionate for working with live audio system like mixing cabling etc etc

  • @cletusrobinson
    @cletusrobinson Месяц назад

    What it your mixer?

  • @papajholz
    @papajholz 2 месяца назад

    new subs here brother..shout.out from philippines cebu city

  • @Altzfr
    @Altzfr 2 месяца назад

    my dad had 2 zlx 12" but he sold them to my uncle. my dad kept his ekx-15p and bought 2 zlx-12ps and a zxa1 sub for like 500 dollars from fb market place (used for a few months looked brand new minor scratches).. and he only uses it in his garage and friends house no gigs nothing like that..

  • @bboymac84
    @bboymac84 2 месяца назад

    You definitely shoulda had packed croud. I’m too poor to get all that equipment for a low count of a crowd. I love this too much. Nawwww

  • @SteveSmithStuff
    @SteveSmithStuff 2 месяца назад

    You can’t drive up to the stage?

    • @SilverCreekAudio
      @SilverCreekAudio  2 месяца назад

      Only stairs up to the area. You can see them during the load in briefly.

  • @djzeet1558
    @djzeet1558 Месяц назад

    You need bass Machines minim 4 bucăți ori cum felicitări 🎉🎉

  • @davidbogolin3411
    @davidbogolin3411 Месяц назад

    I would’ve pulled up right next to the stage the hell all that walking

  • @thiloswift8035
    @thiloswift8035 2 месяца назад +3

    so much work when two bluetooth boomboxes (like jbl), two subwoofer like the mth30 (with amplifiers), and an aux splitter would do the same... great enthusiasm tho! keep it up ^^

    • @PeakSound
      @PeakSound 2 месяца назад +1

      Dj controllers are not bluetooth
      At least not all of them. He is not streaming music djs are performing