Vince Gill Performs Live: Emanating an Authentic, Vintage Spirit
In the world of country music, legend Vince Gill continues to shine, recording, touring, and collaborating with the Eagles. His recent 30-plus date tour, which concluded in August at the prestigious Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, showcased his undying passion for music.
Gill's performances are a testament to his dedication to delivering a top-notch audible experience. His vocal performances are amplified by the sE V7 microphone, a choice that has proven to be a perfect fit for his distinctive voice.
Behind the scenes, Gill's monitor engineer, Matt Rausch, who has been working with him since 2008, plays a crucial role. Stereo pairs are used for Rausch's monitor mix, ensuring a balanced sound for Gill during his performances.
The audio mix for Gill's shows is crafted on a Yamaha Rivage PM5 console, provided by Clair Global. Bricasti Design reverb is used for various elements in the mix, adding depth and richness to the sound.
Rausch and FOH engineer/production manager Josh Isenberg, who has been a 14-year veteran of Gill's production team, work together to create the perfect soundscape. Isenberg mixes the shows nightly on a Yamaha console, using onboard effects and features.
During the tour, the house mix heard over the PA systems has included rigs from L-Acoustics, JBL Professional, and Holoplot. Anderson Hall, the monitor tech, states that 90% of the gig is wedges.
Gill's concerts, which run over three hours, are a blend of arch storytelling, familiar favorite songs, and impressive musical repartee between the star and his nine-member band.
Gill uses Cohesion CM14 stage monitors during his concerts, ensuring he can hear himself clearly amidst the lively performances. Interestingly, his guitar mix does not include any of his amps, a decision that adds to the tour's focus on simplicity and an analog mentality.
Only three frequencies are calculated for use during the shows, a testament to the tour's minimalist approach. The tour's focus on simplicity extends to Gill's choice of Seymour Duncan D-Tar pickups for his acoustic guitar, a pickup known for its warm, rich tone.
Some of the best shows on the tour have been on d&b audiotechnik's J rigs, further demonstrating the team's commitment to delivering a high-quality audible experience.
As Gill continues to tour and entertain audiences worldwide, his dedication to quality, simplicity, and a touch of nostalgia shines through, making each performance a memorable event.
