-CUSTOM SOUND DESIGN FOR YOUR SHOW OR PROJECT
-AUDIO INSTALLATIONS AND CONSULTATIONS
-CUSTOM SOUNDS, PROGRAMMING FOR SYNTHESIZERS, DRUM PADS, LIGHTS, AND MORE
-CUSTOM TRAINING SESSIONS AND WORKSHOPS FOR BEGINNERS, TEACHERS, PRODUCERS, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
-OUR PROFESSIONALS CAN HANDLE ALL OF YOUR SOUND DESIGN AND LIVEPRODUCTION/RECORDING NEEDS
Sound Consultation
(expert advice for one flat price)
Upgrading your sound system? Perhaps looking to purchase a sound system for the first time and don't know where to start? Maybe you want to mic a flute trio, while they do backflips over the trombone section?
Hire a PitHacks Professional to lead you in the right direction! Consultations can be held over the phone, via webchat, video call, or in person! After a brief conversation concerning budget, intention, and future growth, you will be emailed a document containing the suggested equipment (with links!), a diagram of the front ensemble/stage set up, and a recommendation on which sound design package might be right for you!
By the File
(on the fly audio samples)
Need Exotic or Specific Sound Effects? Can't get your hands on that rare percussion instrument? Synthesize it! You can buy by the sound here at PitHacks. Need a conch shell but are afraid of oceans? No Problem! Contact me with your specific needs and get your sound emailed to you within 48hrs. Each sound includes unlimited revisions and can be exported in .mp3 or .wav format.
Complete Sound Design & Synthesis
(creation and integration from beginning to end)
Sound engineering at its finest--this package includes the design and creation of all audio samples for your show, tailored to your exact needs and overall vision. We will create your Mainstage, mixer, and other synthesizer files and aid in their implementation. Revisions are not a problem, and can be guaranteed within 48 hours.
Plug and Play
(physical sound installation)
Every second counts, even when getting on and off the field at a marching band competition! This package includes the physical hardware set up and organization of all microphones, speakers, electronic instruments and cables. Organized labeling and color coordination will get you on and off the field quickly and seamlessly.
In addition to hardware installation, this package includes mixing and equalization of all instruments including keyboards, electronic instruments and soloists. A basic set of customized scenes will be created to fit your show!
Premium Audio Package
This package includes a physical installation and optimization of your set-up, mic'ing of wind soloists, mixing, and any desired sound synthesis (i.e. voice overs/special effects/pre-shows). All sounds will be delivered 2-4 days after the request.
Also included are unlimited revisions of the sounds created through-out the season and the programming of all synthesizers, drum pads, and other electronic instruments. I will also be available for any tech support needs that may arise during the season.
Don't see something that fits your needs? Contact us for more information and free custom job estimations!
Basic mixing skills
Introduction to Mainstage/Logic PRO X, Ableton, Creating Your Own Sounds
Synthesizer programming
Logistics of front ensemble set up and wiring
Care and maintenance of equipment
Set up/amplifying wind instruments
What to do when everything is plugged in and you "got no sound."
Workshops can take place on a weekend, during your regular weekly rehearsals,
or even in class!
Contact us for pricing.
Founder of PitHacks, Reuben E. Rodriguez is an active educator, arranger, sound designer, and performer based in the Austin area. His formal music training extends to a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, from Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL. Rodriguez has extensive experience, both performing with and teaching elite Drum Corps International (DCI) & Winter Guard International (WGI) groups. He is an alumnus of Revolution, Crossmen, Spirit, and The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps. From 2017-2022 Rodriguez served as everything from Audio Engineer to Caption Manager Coordinator for The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps. Rodriguez currently serves as the sound designer for Red Line Percussion and The Crossmen Drum & Bugle Corps.
Beyond his more than a decade of teaching experience, Rodriguez also has multiple years of training in live sound. This includes touring nationally with Eclectic Tuba, coordinating the Electro Brass Music Conference, and facilitating electronics with all of the drum corps, marching bands, and indoor groups he has had the pleasure of working with.
Rodriguez is also responsible for creating the Texas Virtual Percussion Contest, a percussion ensemble contest aimed to create more performance opportunities for and give back to music and percussion programs across the state of Texas.
Reuben is beyond excited to be joining the team at Phantom Regiment in the 2023 Season!
