RollingStone & StayOut
StayOut StayOut
You know, I've been mapping out the most reliable off‑grid spots for a gig on the road. Got any tips on where to snag the best acoustics while still keeping it low‑maintenance?
RollingStone RollingStone
Yo, hit the big open fields and the canyon walls – they’re natural amplifiers. A wide, flat desert plain gives that echo you want, but keep the sand low so you don’t have to dig up a stage. If you can, find a small canyon with rock walls that hug you like a hug from an old friend – the acoustics are killer and you only need a simple wooden frame for a stage. For maintenance, ditch heavy gear – use a portable battery pack, solar panels, and a tiny, fold‑out stage made of reclaimed wood. And keep the sound system minimal: a decent mic, a small amp, and a couple of subwoofers buried in the dirt. That way, you’re out there with the stars, the wind, and only the simplest gear humming along.