Show Playback and Cueing in Chicago
Your music, tracks and cues, right on time.
Show playback for Chicagoland productions
Every show runs on cues: walk-in music, scene changes, backing tracks and the next routine's song. A Complex Sound AV audio tech runs your playback in QLab or Pro Tools and keeps every cue in step with the show, through the same sound system we bring.
Shows we support
Theater and musicals
Cue-by-cue playback for scenes, transitions and preshow.
Concerts
Backing tracks and intro or walk-on music.
Dance competitions and recitals
Every routine's music queued in running order.
Award shows and corporate events
Walk-up music, stingers and timed segments.
How it works
1. Send your files and running order
Your music, tracks and a cue sheet or program.
2. We build the cue list
Your files are loaded and ordered in QLab or Pro Tools.
3. We plan it with you
We go over timing, levels and any changes before the show.
4. Showtime
Our audio tech runs every cue live.
Playback tools
Every event is different. Tell us what you need, and we'll build the playback with you.
- QLab and Pro Tools show playback, run by our audio tech
- Pioneer CDJ and XDJ players available for DJ-style playback. See DJ Service.
- Paired with our Live Sound systems and Event Lighting
We play back the music and content you provide. We don't create sound effects or do sound design.
Show playback FAQ
What should we send you?
Your music and tracks plus a running order. We'll go over the details when we plan your show.
Do you create sound effects?
No. We play back the music and effects you provide.
Can you handle a dance competition's full routine list?
Yes. Send the running order, and we'll queue every routine.
Who runs playback during the show?
A Complex Sound AV audio tech.
What areas do you cover?
Chicago and the suburbs, including the south suburbs.
Related services
Live Sound · Event Lighting · DJ Service · Live Event Recording
