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SUMMARY:WORLD CUP: Live music in Arborfield\, The Bull Inn | Sam Holford
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/world-cup-live-music-in-arborfield-the-bull-inn-sam-holford/
LOCATION:The Bull Inn\, Arborfield Cross\, Arborfield Cross\, Reading\, RG2 9QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Spoken word poetry in Iver | The Whip and Collar
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/spoken-word-poetry-in-iver-the-whip-and-collar/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:The Whip and Collar\, 135 Swallow St\, Iver\, SL0 0HU\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Open Mic In Windsor | Vansittart Arms
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-in-windsor-vansittart-arms/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:The Vansittart Arms\, Windsor\, 105 Vansittart Rd\, Windsor\, SL4 5DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Reloaded Bar | Newbury
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-reloaded-bar-newbury/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Reloaded Bar\, Newbury\, 7-9 Wharf St\, Newbury\, RG14 5AN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T213000
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SUMMARY:Artist Link-Up at The Rising Sun Arts Centre\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/artist-link-up-at-the-rising-sun-arts-centre-reading/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:The Rising Sun Arts Centre\, Reading\, 30 Silver St\, Reading\, RG1 2ST\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Bohemian night at The Fisherman's cottage\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/bohemian-night-at-the-fishermans-cottage-reading/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:The Fisherman’s Cottage\, Kennet Side\, Reading\, RG1 3DW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T230000
DTSTAMP:20260207T235126Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic night at The Old Court Arts Centre\, Windsor
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-night-at-the-old-court-arts-centre-windsor/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Old Courts Arts Centre\, Windsor\, The Old Court\, St Leonard's Road\,\,\, Windsor\, SL4 3BL
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T230000
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SUMMARY:Karaoke in Reading | Oakford Social Club
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/karaoke-in-reading-oakford-social-club/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Oakford Social Club\, Reading\, 53 Blagrave St\, Reading\, RG1 1PZ
CATEGORIES:Original Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T223000
DTSTAMP:20241120T180602Z
CREATED:20241016T215208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T180602Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Golden Cross\, Twyford
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-golden-cross-twyford-29/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:The Golden Cross\, Twyford\, 8 Waltham Rd\, Twyford\, Reading\, RG10 9EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music twyford,live music wokingham,Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T220000
DTSTAMP:20251124T135028Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Victoria Arms\, Wokingham
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-victoria-arms-wokingham-7-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Victoria Arms\, 1 Easthampstead Rd\, Wokgingham\, RG40 2EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:live music wokingham,Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T230000
DTSTAMP:20260213T114152Z
CREATED:20260212T194945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T114152Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at Off The Tap\, Maidenhead
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-off-the-tap-maidenhead-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Off The Tap\, 105 High St\, Maidenhead\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic,Open mic maidenhead
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T220000
DTSTAMP:20260217T174946Z
CREATED:20260217T174857Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Swan\, Three Mile Cross
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-swan-three-mile-cross/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Swan\, Three Mile Cross\, Basingstoke Rd\, Reading\, RG7 1AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T223000
DTSTAMP:20260206T121124Z
CREATED:20250328T080543Z
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SUMMARY:Original Live Music at The Butler\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/original-live-music-at-the-butler-reading/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Butler\, Reading\, 85-91 Chatham St\, Reading\, RG1 7DS
CATEGORIES:Original Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T233000
DTSTAMP:20260528T140801Z
CREATED:20251124T135108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T140801Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Newbury Pub & Terrace\, Newbury
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-newbury-pub-terrace-newbury-2/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Newbury Pub & Roof terrace\, 137 Bartholomew St\, Newbury\, RG14 5HB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260625T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260625T230000
DTSTAMP:20251124T135140Z
CREATED:20250310T090745Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Acre\, Windsor
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-acre-windsor/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The Acre\, Windsor\, Victoria St\, Windsor\, SL4 1EN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live music Windsor,Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T123900Z
CREATED:20260203T161247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T123900Z
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SUMMARY:Live music at The Hilton Hotel\, Abingdon  | One Eyed Man
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/live-music-at-the-hilton-hotel-abingdon-one-eyed-man-2/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Hilton Hotel\, Abingdon\, Marcham Rd\, Abingdon\, OX14 1TZ
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T213000
DTSTAMP:20260529T115904Z
CREATED:20260518T095205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T115904Z
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SUMMARY:Live music at The Bull Inn\, Arborfield Cross | Robbie Culley
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/live-music-at-the-bull-inn-arborfield-cross-robbie-culley/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:The Bull Inn\, Arborfield Cross\, Arborfield Cross\, Reading\, RG2 9QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T223000
DTSTAMP:20251124T092408Z
CREATED:20251124T092403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T092408Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at the Dog and Partridge\, Yately
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-dog-and-partridge-yately-6-2/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:The Dog And Partridge\, 105 Reading Rd\, Yateley\, GU46 7LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T230000
DTSTAMP:20260210T082539Z
CREATED:20250422T065238Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Butler\, Reading
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-butler-reading-25-2/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:The Butler\, Reading\, 85-91 Chatham St\, Reading\, RG1 7DS
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260627T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T162105Z
CREATED:20260324T170610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T162105Z
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SUMMARY:Live music in Pangbourne\, Ada Meyhane | One Eyed Man
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/live-music-in-pangbourne-ada-meyhane-one-eyed-man/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Ada Meyhane\, Pangbourne\, 3-5 Reading Rd\, Pangbourne\,\, Reading\,\, RG8 7LR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260627T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260627T213000
DTSTAMP:20260622T115247Z
CREATED:20260530T093921Z
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SUMMARY:Live music in Arborfield\, The Bull Inn | World Cup Special
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/live-music-in-arborfield-the-bull-inn-world-cup-special/
LOCATION:The Bull Inn\, Arborfield Cross\, Arborfield Cross\, Reading\, RG2 9QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260627T230000
DTSTAMP:20260415T145715Z
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SUMMARY:Variety night at The Rising Sun Arts Centre | Reading
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/variety-night-at-the-rising-sun-arts-centre-reading/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:The Rising Sun Arts Centre\, Reading\, 30 Silver St\, Reading\, RG1 2ST\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Original Music
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DTSTAMP:20260121T121339Z
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SUMMARY:Open Mic at The Emmbrook Inn\, Wokingham
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-at-the-emmbrook-inn-wokingham/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:The Emmbrook Inn\, Wokingham\, 51 Emmbrook Rd\, Wokingham\, RG41 1HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260628T170000
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SUMMARY:Live music at MUSICA\, Bracknell
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/live-music-at-musica-bracknell-pauly/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Musica\, Bracknell\, 3 Eagle Ln\, Bracknell\, RG12 1BG
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Live music in Windsor\, The Duke Of Connaught | James Lainey
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/live-music-in-windsor-the-duke-of-connaught-james-lainey/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Duke Of Connaught\, Windsor\, 165 Arthur Rd\, Windsor\, SL4 1RZ
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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SUMMARY:Open Mic night at GOGOS\, Windsor
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-night-at-gogos-windsor/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:GOGOS Waterfront Bar\, Racecourse Marina\, Maidenhead Rd\, Windsor\, SL4 5HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Live music Windsor,Open mic
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SUMMARY:Open Mic in Reading | The Boundary
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-in-reading-the-boundary/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:The Boundary\, Reading\, 21-23 St Mary's Butts\, Reading\, RG1 2LN
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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SUMMARY:Open Mic In Windsor | Vansittart Arms
DESCRIPTION:Some of our readers are full time musicians\, some are picking up shows\, others are playing regular open mic nights. Those of you who do will have recognised that different environments can affect your performance due to general room ambience. This article highlights the merits of using in ear monitors (IEMs) and why they are such a game changer! 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n												\n																					Ready for the next step up in live performance? \n										\n									\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs can be crucial in loud environments\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									What are IEMs? In Ear Monitors are specialised headphones that allow you to take the audio straight from your audio mixer into your ears. They are designed to protect your hearing and provide you with a clear signal to optimise your performance. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs remove the need for listen wedges on stage\, meaning more space and less interference\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									Why are IEMs so useful? During open mic nights or other regular gigs you attend that already have a PA system\, you may get a ‘listen wedge’ (small speaker directed at you on the floor)\, or nothing at all. The issue with a listen wedge is that once the sound is set up in a room\, it is difficult to adjust. As rooms become busier\, you may need to increase the volume to hear yourself properly. This can be a challenge in these environments as it may interfere with your current set up and even cause feedback. You don’t want to be stopping the set to re-mix the wedge\, and this can all be avoided by using IEMs. They’re also a lot clearer! If you have nothing at all\, it can be difficult to hear yourself in loud environments and that can really impact your performance! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n									What other uses are there? There are several reasons why IEMs are much more useful than listen wedges: You can hear yourself clearly in busy environments and they take up less space than a listen wedgeYou can plug in to in-house systems; some venues have in-house audio systems where you can directly plug in your mixer. If you do this\, you don’t need to bring speakers at all and the sound will be well balanced throughout the venue.You can mix the sound silently; sometimes you may need to set up in an area where the audience is already sat. With IEMS\, you can set up and balance your mix silently before you turn on the rest of the PA.Example: While the clients are talking to their audience\, you can make subtle adjustments to your mix. 								\n				\n				\n		\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					IEMs are extremely useful in outdoor or loud environments \n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									You can use them in recording environments: In most recording studios you’ll be given headphones\, however their size can be awkward and uncomfortable. IEMs are less cumbersome and will provide a familiar feeling to your live performances\, likely improving your performance! 								\n				\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					Wireless in ear monitors come with a receiver that plugs straight into your desk - don't forget to charge both parts before use!\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How do they connect to your mixer? IEMs are usually a small pair of headphones\, that join in a single cord that reaches waist height. There are the two main ways to connect to your mixer: An additional amplifier which attaches to your waistline\, where you can remotely and independently control noise level. This can connect either wirelessly or with a cord.A single cord. This is a cheaper option however you are at the mercy of your mixer and may have to use the master output. Not being able to control the levels independently can make it difficult to balance your master and in-ear outputs properly. The amplifier or cord usually leads into a mixer or headphone port via a 1/4 inch audio input or XLR (female). If there is no specific port you can use one of the main outputs. 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n												\n																					You can purchase the headphones\, amplifiers and transmitters as a package deal\n										\n									\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n									How much do IEMs cost? As with most audio gear\, IEMs are an investment that get a return. Whilst not as integral as a mixer or your speakers\, these little guys are a seriously underestimated bit of equipment that greatly improve your performance. You can get customised in ear monitors\, fitted perfectly to your ear\, often with a generous warranty\, or you can go basic and cheap. However we should stress you get what you pay for and IEMs are one of those things really worth investing in. You can to spend between £60-£100 on IEMs\, with a further £60-£200 on an amplifier. Remember\, everything you buy to aid your performance can be written off in tax! 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n							\n			\n						\n		\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									If you’re a gigging musician and are tired of using a listen wedge\, or having no audio feed at all\, then IEMs are for you. They are a complete game-changer and a great investment! \nFor more useful information on working musician\, sign up to our newsletter.
URL:https://berkshireartistree.co.uk/live-music-event/open-mic-in-windsor-vansittart-arms/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:The Vansittart Arms\, Windsor\, 105 Vansittart Rd\, Windsor\, SL4 5DD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open mic
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