Back by popular demand from our last great session with James Holt, dive deeper into TheatreMix in session 201, for seamless DCA cue automation across various mixing consoles. The developer himself walks us through the newest features and how to manage advanced workflows easily for your next big show, including ways to fine-tune your shows, work quickly, prepare for mic or cast swaps, and more.
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TheatreMix creates and runs DCA cues, automating tedious snapshot programming so you can focus on the mix. It is a Mac OS and Windows application that supports over 25 digital audio mixing consoles using DCAs.
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TheatreMix is a software tool for mixing theatre sound, designed to simplify the process and improve control over audio elements in a theatrical production.
As of the date of writing, January 12, 2024, TheatreMix supports control of the following consoles:
Behringer
X32, X32 Compact, X32 Producer, X32 Rack, X32 Core, WING
Midas
M32, M32, M32R, M32C
Allen & Heath
SQ, SQ-5, SQ-6, SQ-7, GLD, GLD-80, GLD-112, Avantis, dLive, DM0, DM32, DM48
DM64, CDM32, CDM48, CDM64
Yamaha
TF1, TF3, TF5, QL1, QL5, CL1, CL3, CL5
You can find more information on console support at TheatreMix's website.
TheatreMix enhances sound mixing by allowing dynamic assignment of microphones to VCAs (Voltage Controlled Amplifiers), improving control and flexibility for the sound operator.
Editing, saving, viewing, and creating a show file on your own computer is always free, as is connecting to a Behringer X32 or Midas M32 console!
Connecting to any other supported console requires the purchase of a weekly license from TheatreMix.
There is an annual cap on license fees per console family, and free trials are available to test functionality.
For further information or personalized recommendations, you can send us an email, we're more than happy to assist.
For those already using TheatreMix, there is a fantastic user's group on Facebook, and additional support through the developer.
TheatreMix allows for detailed control of microphones, enabling sound operators to dynamically manage multiple mics efficiently, especially in complex scenes.
Yes, TheatreMix offers the flexibility to adapt to variations in actor performances and scene dynamics, ensuring consistent audio quality.
Yes, TheatreMix is designed to be compatible with both macOS and Windows operating systems.
TheatreMix is versatile and can be used in productions of all sizes, from community theatre to large commercial productions.
While some experience in sound mixing is beneficial, TheatreMix is designed to simplify the process, making it accessible to a wider range of users.
Yes, TheatreMix can work in conjunction with QLab, a popular sound, video, and lighting control software for theatre.
You can use TheatreMix to trigger QLab or vice versa with OSC. If you need help setting this up, feel free to reach out to us.