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serr · 12-03-2015, 02:05 PM

You eliminate the snake and keep all your audio connections on the stage.

I use wi-fi for remote control of the computer. Remote desktop connection on an iPad and then a wi-fi usb hub for the midi usb controllers.

There is no audio going over the wi-fi connection. I don't think that would be possible in a reliable way.

What you can eliminate is the snake and hard wired FOH position. This can make a lot of sense in small and medium clubs or random outdoor events.

Or do something in between...
Still keep your audio connections on the stage but run an ethernet cable to FOH.
Further, you CAN do audio over a network in this scenario but the con is that the equipment is pricey enough to look to other options.

Look at some of the interfaces available now like the MOTU Stage B16.
It even connects over ethernet or wi-fi for control. Run Reaper for FOH and use the built-in Cuemix mixer in the interface for monitors. Control everything remotely however is most convenient (iPad, control surface, other).

12-03-2015, 02:05 PM	#3
serr Human being with feelings Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 12,625	You eliminate the snake and keep all your audio connections on the stage. I use wi-fi for remote control of the computer. Remote desktop connection on an iPad and then a wi-fi usb hub for the midi usb controllers. There is no audio going over the wi-fi connection. I don't think that would be possible in a reliable way. What you can eliminate is the snake and hard wired FOH position. This can make a lot of sense in small and medium clubs or random outdoor events. Or do something in between... Still keep your audio connections on the stage but run an ethernet cable to FOH. Further, you CAN do audio over a network in this scenario but the con is that the equipment is pricey enough to look to other options. Look at some of the interfaces available now like the MOTU Stage B16. It even connects over ethernet or wi-fi for control. Run Reaper for FOH and use the built-in Cuemix mixer in the interface for monitors. Control everything remotely however is most convenient (iPad, control surface, other).