Steven Ketterman

  In home studios and small venues, stands are often an afterthought — until poor imaging and rattly bass expose mistakes. This post focuses on speaker stand errors that affect mixing accuracy, stage clarity, and listener comfort, with practical tips tailored to studio owners and small gigs. Key benefits of correct stands Accurate mixing decisions: correct stand height and isolation reduce false bass and reflections. Cleaner monitoring: less floor/desk coupling means truer low‑end. Safer setup: appropriate stands protect monitors and prevent accidents. H2: Mistake 1 — Using speaker stands built for live PA in a studio H3: Problem Live PA stands prioritize height and projection, not resonance control. That can mask mixing issues. H3: Fix Invest in studio stands with solid platforms, isolation pads, and adjustable height in smaller increments. H2: Mistake 2 — Placing stands too close to reflective surfaces H3: Why it hurts Reflections from walls and desks create comb filtering and in...

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