Come behind the scenes with us as The National sets up and performs at the Starlight Theatre in Kansas City. Before the show, Matt and Aaron discuss …
Shure Artists: The National
Shure Artists: The National
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The National is a US rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio, formed in 1999. To date they have released six studio albums, four of which were included on NME's 2013 list of the 500 greatest albums of all time.
While there are no current plans for a new album, the band are touring the world throughout 2016 and will be appearing at several festivals.
The National - The Shure Interview
The National - The Shure Interview
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The National - The Shure Interview
Shure Gear The National use
Shure Gear The National use
The National FOH Engineer Brandon Reid about the Beta 58A
The National FOH Engineer Brandon Reid about the Beta 58A
About the BETA 58A:
I just feel that the Beta 58 is the most natural sounding mic for the guys in The National. They are also very versatile. They get thrown around a lot - the mic hits the deck at least 8-10 times per show!