Karl Wachner's Rig Rundown

Jul 26, 2024

Karl Wachner's Rig Rundown

Introduction

  • Presenter: Karl Wachner
  • Purpose: Explain the new rig setup used for live performances.

Microphones

  • Shure KSM8
    • Dual capsule dynamic microphone.
    • Used for main vocals.
  • Shure SM58
    • Used for beatboxing and backing vocals.
    • Different tonal qualities from KSM8.
    • Tight cardioid pattern with good proximity effect.

Guitars

  • Maton Guitars
    • Main guitar: EMD6, mini Maton.
    • Known for their high-quality pickup systems.
    • Emphasis on choosing guitars for good tone, not relying on pedals.

Pedals

General Notes

  • Pedals are used for specific jobs, not for improving guitar tone.
  • Sequence and function explained.

Pedal Chain

  • Boss TU-3
    • Chromatic tuner.
    • Mutes on stage.
  • TC Spark
    • Volume boost pedal.
    • Useful for acoustic solo and fingerstyle guitar.
  • Boss OC-3
    • Super octave pedal.
    • Discussion on features of OC-3 vs. OC-5.
  • Wampler Tumnus
    • Overdrive chain.
    • Mic mute switch to control stage noise.

Line 6 HX Effects

  • Multi-functional pedal providing various effects:
    • Reverb, chorus, tremolo, drive, synth.
    • Drive chain includes parametric EQs, reverb, and effects loop.
  • Wampler Tumnus
    • Klon-style pedal with unique gain structure.

Vocal Effects

  • Boss VE-500
    • Adds reverb, vocoder, and delay to main vocal microphone (Shure KSM8).
  • iRig BlueBoard
    • Wireless MIDI pedal for controlling iPad setlist.

Additional Tools

  • Machine Controller
    • Adds creative options with programmed hits and beats.

Loop Station

Main Features

  • Headrush Looper Board
    • Replaced Boss RC-300 for advanced features.
    • Four tracks, 24-bit WAV file output.
    • Extra output routing for better control.
  • Volume Pedal
    • Allows creative control over loop volume (fade in/out).

Wireless Equipment

  • Shure GLX-D16
    • Wireless guitar rig.
  • Shure Wireless Transmitter/Receiver
    • For in-ear monitors.
  • All Clear Audio Spire Custom Mold In-Ear Monitors
    • Essential for live performance.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to like and subscribe.
  • Summary of setup benefits and invitation to check out original work.

Jam Session

  • Ends with a live demonstration of the setup.