Set-up and start or set-up early

[Shaun]

When I'm doing events locally I like to set-up early in the afternoon (venue permitting). It's nice to do sound checks and work at a leisurely pace. Obviously this isn't possible if theres a lot of travel involved.


Anyone else prefer an "Early Set-Up"? or do you prefer to just set-up just prior to the party?

[Alex - Cream Ents]

It's always nice to be able to setup early and take your time. Especially at the moment in the hot weather. If there's stairs involved or a long run with the kit...shower required! Unfortunately most of the time its usually a setup and go situation for me. Due to the fact that a lot of the gigs I do are not "local" enough to warrant 2 trips.

[soundtracker]

I much prefer an early set up especially this weather when you get so hot and sweaty!

[Groove Spinner]

I only set up early if they're paying for it! That said, I normally give myself an hour and a half to set up, sound check and get changed.

[Solitaire Events Ltd]

I don't like early set ups particularly, as it takes so much more time, travelling to and from the venue.

If I do set up early, I make an extra charge though.

If I'm not working at one of my regular venues, I nearly always contact the venue prior to the function to see if there are facilities for me to have a shower etc.

[Paul James Promotions]

I prefer to 'set up and go'.

Always a good idea to check the access at the venue to make sure you allow enough time to load in and set up.

[Corabar Steve]

I don't like early set ups particularly, as it takes so much more time, travelling to and from the venue.
I don't like one in particular down your way.

When I did Ufton Court I went into Reading between the set up & the performance, ended up spending more on CDs in HMV than I earned for the gig :omg: :embarasse

[Solitaire Events Ltd]

I don't like one in particular down your way.

When I did Ufton Court I went into Reading between the set up & the performance, ended up spending more on CDs in HMV than I earned for the gig :omg: :embarasse


Pop in to see me next time then... :)

[Creature]

all depends on the venue and the type of booking

i prefur to setup early if possible - often achieving this as a lot of bookings are well over 50 miles away - so allowing extra time in case of road closure/accident or breakdowns this is reletively easy. Also if closer to home nice to set up early - just in case u forgot something or a couple of bulbs have blown...

as for setup and play - I find it very tiring especially if only there for 4-5 hours then ripping th erig down again..... (must be getting old)

[Fresh]

a good 20 mins to spare is always good, takes away the pressure of the job, also gives you ample time to check and review your kit for any changes or needs replacing soon