iem setup

I am trying to (inexpensively) connect a mic to earbuds in our practice room so I can better hear myself sing. I tried: Mic (Shure SM58) > XLR Cable > Behringer Powerplay P1 > Earbuds (KZ ZSN Pro) And it didn't work (no audio at the earbuds). I was a little surprised, because the Powerplay is...

I have an audition coming up soon with a band that uses backing tracks. My confirmation email recommended bringing my own IEMs if I have them, as they don't use monitors, although I'd be still be able to hear the samples without IEMs. Obviously, if I were to get the gig, I'd get whatever I...

I’d started a thread but I couldn’t find it, so I’m starting a new thread. I just started new band where the drummer and keyboard use wired IEM, and it works because they are stationary at the back of the stage. The monitor tap goes through small mini mixers. If I want to use IEMs should I used...

I have been using custom molded westone filters for years and they’ve saved my ears, but they do make conventional monitoring a little different for me. Thinking about getting into IEM, but don’t know what equipment I need besides the ear plugs and a pack to wear on my back? For the experienced...

Interested to know which units people use. For a while I used a Symetrix 501 which was amazing. I had a little Comp on there so the bass didn't clip my buds, and the limiter set just above where I was operating, but it was only mono unit. I changed to a Beh'r MDX 1600 Pro XL so I had a stereo...