Now is the right time to become an American Federation of Musicians member. From ragtime to rap, from the early phonograph to today's digital recordings, the AFM has been there for its members. And now there are more benefits available to AFM members than ever before, including a multi-million dollar pension fund, excellent contract protection, instrument and travelers insurance, work referral programs and access to licensed booking agents to keep you working.
As an AFM member, you are part of a membership of more than 80,000 musicians. Experience has proven that collective activity on behalf of individuals with similar interests is the most effective way to achieve a goal. The AFM can negotiate agreements and administer contracts, procure valuable benefits and achieve legislative goals. A single musician has no such power.
The AFM has a proud history of managing change rather than being victimized by it. We find strength in adversity, and when the going gets tough, we get creative - all on your behalf.
Like the industry, the AFM is also changing and evolving, and its policies and programs will move in new directions dictated by its members. As a member, you will determine these directions through your interest and involvement. Your membership card will be your key to participation in governing your union, keeping it responsive to your needs and enabling it to serve you better. To become a member now, visit www.afm.org/join.
Allen & Heath SQ Series digital mixers, available in two models, bring high-resolution audio performance to a customizable, compact, cost-effective, easy-to-use, multi-application platform. Rack-mountable SQ-5 has 16 onboard preamps, 17 faders, and eight softkeys, while SQ-6 provides 24 preamps, 25 faders, four assignable rotary controls, and 16 softkeys. Both feature 56 input channels via remote expanders and a networking slot for optional Dante, Waves, and other cards.
Mackie’s ProDX series mixers provide complete wireless control in a compact format that’s ideal for solo performers, small bands, venues, and commercial applications. Both the ProDX4 (four-channel) and ProDX8 (eight-channel) provide powerful processing and control through an intuitive iOS or Android control app. Wide-Z mic preamps can handle mic or guitar with no gain adjustments, while the single-knob hardware design allows quick and easy adjustments. An integrated control bridge offers a convenient place to angle a phone or tablet to keep an eye on the mix. Other features include easy-to-use three-band EQ, built-in ReadyFX with 16 effects, and flexible graphic EQ on all outputs.
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