This question has come up multiple times.
Is it better to have stage monitors? Or in-ear monitors?
I hate to say this this way as an “old school” singer, guitarist, and performer, but the truth is, it’s a lot like asking the question: “Should John Henry continue to build the railroad with his bare hands, or could machines come along and do it a lot more efficiently and faster, with greater longevity and stamina?”
Because I’m an old school performer, I’d have to say nothing beats the feeling of the really loud sound pressure (volume) of your instrument peeling your face back with crazy power and authority with a great monitor system on the stage, side wedges (when you move side to side on the stage) and a massive PA system filling a room with energy.
And truth be told, it has taken me quite some time to adjust to the feeling of the disconnect I have when wearing in-ear monitors – compared to this 50,000-Watt sensation I have with loud stage monitors and a great PA.
But there are many give and takes to both sides.
In this video, I discuss these give and takes so you can make your own educated, informed decision.
I hope you find this video informative and helpful on your performing journey.
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