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Digital mixer
With USB, Dante, Madi, etc. audio interface
✓ Usually you haveConnect your console to your computer
Whether via USB, Dante, Soundgrid, etc. You only need your computer to recognize it as an audio device.
An in-ear monitoring system with equipment you already own
What do I need?
To use StageWave you need a digital console or audio interface, a laptop, a dedicated 5GHz WiFi router and smartphones for your band.
Laptop
Any modern computer
✓ Usually you have
WiFi router
Must be MU-MIMO and 5GHz compatible Recommended models
⚠️ Pay attention here
Smartphone
iPhone: perfect. Android: depends on many factors
✓ Verify compatibilityAnd how do I start?
Setting up StageWave requires attention to technical requirements. Once configured correctly, these 4 simple steps will be the easiest way to get professional quality monitoring.
Connect the computer to the router
You will need to connect it via network cable to ensure stable streaming.
Connect the smartphone to the router
Be sure to activate the airplane mode, turn off Bluetooth and GPS.
Connect headphones to the smartphone
Start listening to and adjust your stereo mix as you want. It is necessary to use wired headphones.
At the end you will have something like this
Sound Engineer's App
Laptop - StageWave Server
Our desktop app, StageWave Server, processes the received audio and then sends it to the router via network cable (requirement). For more than 8 musicians, it requires a dedicated machine with at least an i5 processor.
Digital Mixer
Digital Mixer
Basically, an audio interface. Captures audio from instruments and voices, digitizes it, and sends it to the computer via USB (or another digital protocol). If you use Windows, you will need the official ASIO drivers from the manufacturer. No channel limit, uses all that your console allows.
WiFi Router (critical)
WiFi Router (critical)
The most important component. Distributes audio wirelessly to mobile devices within the local network (no internet connection required). Must have MU-MIMO technology to send data to multiple phones simultaneously and operate on 5 GHz band. For the best experience, use one of our recommended routers .
Musician's App
Smartphone - StageWave Musician
Replaces the traditional 'bodypack' wireless receiver, but receiving audio via WiFi, while allowing you to create a personalized mix from a clean and friendly interface. You can also use an iPad or Laptop, receiving audio via WiFi or wired. Must have Bluetooth and GPS turned off; be in 'Airplane Mode' with only WiFi enabled. Requires connecting in-ears via cable (you'll probably need a headphone adapter).
Important Requirements
Before you start, it's important to know these requirements to ensure a smooth setup:
Router Requirements
Your home router probably won't work well. You need a dedicated 5GHz router (from $80-120 USD) for professional audio quality.
See recommended routers →Phone Compatibility
90% of iPhones work perfectly. Some Android devices have audio issues we can't control. Verify compatibility before starting.
Configuration Details
Airplane mode ON, Bluetooth OFF, GPS OFF. Sounds simple, but 40% of issues come from incomplete configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Some of the most frequently asked questions that can help you
Enough to play live. Imagine that you are at a distance of between 3 and 5 meters from a sound source (speaker, voice or instrument), that is the latency you will have.
We offer one free connection forever, more than enough to test the software in depth, no credit card required. We also offer a 15-day free trial on monthly plans (this trial does require a credit card).
The system components are: A digital audio console, a Windows or Mac computer, a WiFi router and smartphones (iOS or Android). Check our page 'System Requirements'.
Yes, but you need to connect it to an audio interface, you must consider that StageWave will only have access to the inputs of the audio interface.
To perform a first test maybe, you can try connecting 1 smartphone to your home router, as long as it has a 5Ghz network. For definitive use, you will need a dedicated router for StageWave. You can see recommended routers in our help center.
You can start testing it for free today for 15 days. If you need technical assistance during that period, do not hesitate to contact us or visit our help center.
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