Meet Jon Burton
“I have the best job in the world.” Jon Burton tells us why.
Jon Burton has been sound engineering since leaving school. As a monitor and front of house engineer he has worked at the highest level with acts such as Stereophonics, Pendulum and, for the last ten years, The Prodigy.
Jon has also delivered guest lectures in colleges and universities from Newcastle to Serbia. Jon also runs a recording studio complex in Sheffield as well as maintaining an ever growing collection of vintage mixing desks for rental.
He has a broad knowledge of many aspects of sound engineering, from live, to studio and broadcast. His love of sub is well known, as is his interest in echo machines, with a collection that currently stands at around 25 different units.
“I have the best job in the world.” Jon Burton tells us why.
Marcel van Limbeek tells us why being a sound engineer is such a great career choice.
Final touches and conclusion.
Justin Grealy shares his passion for his job.
Getting a basic mix together.
Working on the vocals and introducing effects.
Working on the electric guitar and the keys.
Why it’s best to work at the zero point of the faders.
Working on the acoustic guitar
Jon Burton answers your questions about life as a live sound engineer.
Working on the bass guitar.
Get to know the audio engineers who are eager to share their knowledge with you.