This week, we are joined by Tarik Solangi, VP of Sales and Marketing for RCF loudspeakers. Tarik and Kyle discuss their experiences as the "boots on the ground" interfacing between the R&D teams and the product's end users and the importance of support and service. We also delve into the manufacturer's role in the system design process, and the nuisance of cutting analog tape.This episode is sponsored by: Audix Please check out and support The Roadie Clinic, Their mission is simple. "We exist to empower & heal roadies and their families by providing resources & services tailored to the struggles of the touring lifestyle."Be sure to check out the Signal To Noise Facebook Group. It’s a space for listeners to create to generate conversations around the people and topics covered in the podcast — we want your questions and comments! Let’s build a great sound community with a place to learn, discuss and reminisce about the “good old days.”The Signal To Noise podcast series on ProSoundWeb is hosted by Live Sound/PSW technical editor Michael Lawrence and pro audio veterans Kyle Chirnside/ Chris LeonardSend us your comments at signal2noisepodcast@gmail.com