Mics & More
One of the most durable, common microphones often used on snare drums and guitar cabs, what am I?
Shure SM 57 (x2)
This cable is necessary for a microphone to send signal, what am I?
XLR
Used on an analog console for labeling purposes
Board Tape (w pens/sharpies)
This item comes in handy when you don't have a good visual / night gigs
Flashlight
One of the most durable, common microphones often used on vocals, what am I?
Shure SM 58 (x2)
Most commonly referred to as an "instrument cable", what am I?
TRS Cable
Used to adhere cables to standing structures (stage/floor) for organization and reducing tripping hazards
Gaff(er) Tape
This item comes in handy if a piece of performers equipment or wireless mics require them for power
Batteries (AA, AAA, 9-Volt)
One of the most durable, common microphones often used on Kick Drums, what am I?
Shure Beta 52
Name for an electrical connector for connecting loudspeakers to amplifiers
Speakon Cables
Always carry an extra pair if the drummer breaks one
Sticks
This item comes in handy if a piece of equipment is malfunctioning and you need to repair on site
Multi-tool
The main purpose is to convert unbalanced and/or high impedance instrument signals into a format suitable for direct connection to a mixing console's mic input - without the use of a microphone
DI Box
Always good to have one for extra length and power drops
extension cable / surge protector
Always carry an extra pair if the guitarist/bassist breaks one
strings
This item comes in handy if a connection point needs repaired on site
soldering iron
One of the most durable, common microphones often used as overheads on drums
Pair of Shure SM 81
This tool typically can measure voltage, current, and resistance
Multi-meter
It's important to have a pair of these handy in order to isolate mixes
Headphones
These items should be in your "personal attack pack"
-extra socks / shoes (whole extra outfit)
-reusable water bottle
-medications/ibuprofen
-bandaids
-tissues / napkins / hand towel
-phone chargers / portable chargers
-snacks
-chapstick
-sunblock / bug spray
-hand sanitizer
-sunglasses / visor