| I suspect it's a problem of blowing your load in the soundcheck and, perhaps, nerves during the performance. Be sure to pace yourself during check and save the best licks for the gig. If anything gets played down, do it at the check and focus on being very efficient with your playing during the check. Be aware of any pressure you're using and try to keep it controlled. If the monitor needs to be a little louder don't be shy about asking for more of yourself in the monitor. Make sure you warm up properly for the check, otherwise you may use extra pressure to get the sound you need.
If anything, play a little on the low side of your gig dynamic. I've found that the band almost always tends to be a little louder in the gig than in check. If you've saved yourself a little headroom, then you can cruise thru the gig. If you don't use clip-on mics, then you can do the check a few inches further away from the mic and use that space cushion as a headroom cushion, should you need it during the gig.
Dave |