I legitimately LOVE these speakers, said Kyle Poehling the Software Designer at PreSonus Audio! It's Kyle Poehling for #PreSonusFAMFriday!
How long have you worked for PreSonus?
Four years!
What's your official job title?
Software Designer
What's your favorite thing about your job? Why did you choose to work here?
I love the balance of creativity and logic. Finding the best solution for any given task our software products offer and of course making it look good!
I came on when PreSonus acquired Notion. Having been a long time PreSonus user (bought my Digimax LT back in 2004), it was a no brainer when I was offered the opportunity to join the team. Not only do I get to continue to design for Notion but also have the chance to work on Studio One, UC Surface and all the other great software we make!
What was the first 8 track, cassette, CD or digital download you purchased?
My first collection consisted of a few records I would rock out to on my Fisher-Price record player. K-Tel's Starburst 78', Chipmunk Punk (the Chipmunks doing punk songs), Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and Jim Croce's You don't mess around with Jim. I couldn't say which was first but I still have a few of them.
Who's your go to band or artist when you can't decide on something to listen to?
Lately it's been Lucius, Rubblebucket or Vulfpeck
What's your go to Karaoke song?
Everyone has a side gig, what's yours?
I've been an active musician playing/touring/recording for 20+ years, so I guess you could say that's my side gig but as we say here at PreSonus Music is our life. PreSonus is our day job. That couldn't be more true for me and I LOVE my day job!
Currently I lead the group Think Less, Hear More in New Orleans. We perform improvised soundtracks to movies. This is the third group that I've explored this concept with over the past 14 years and New Orleans has proven to be a wonderful place for it! So many amazing musicians that are steeped in the language of improvisation and crowds that are willing to take the journey.
Follow Think Less, Hear More on Instagram here!
What instruments do you play?
I got my BA in music as a percussionist and focused on drum set/mallets/multiple percussion repertoire. I also dabble in keyboards (specifically vintage keys and synths) as well as bass and guitar.
What do you love about the AIR Loudspeakers?
Sound, Price, Weight, Look, Input selection and DSP The list goes on.
Why did you choose this as your favorite?
I currently use a drum machine/sampler pad with my setup and needed a powered speaker for gigs. I absolutely love the sound of the Air 12. The DSP settings allow me to customize the sound per gig. If I'm just using the drum machine/sampler pad I use the DJ setting that to give the bass drum samples a bit more bump.
With two inputs and gain staging the speaker is essentially a mixer/speaker all in one. If I'm doing a small gig where I just need a keyboard and a mic it's all I have to bring and the combo jack inputs make it super flexible and easy to use.
Tell us about a successful event you worked with PreSonus products. InfoComm, NAMM, Install somewhere .
I haven't worked any events since moving down here, but I use Studio One almost daily. Previous to working for PreSonus I was a full-on Protools guy (even have a certificate in mixing and mastering from Berklee in ProTools), but I've been a Studio One convert for over 3 years now and love it! This sounds crazy but Studio One sounds better. When I was initially interviewing with PreSonus I asked the question Why should I use Studio One? John Bastianelli told me It sounds better. I initially thought no way! It's a DAW how can it really sound that much better than any of the other DAWs? I immediately exported some stems from a few different albums I had recorded/mixed and did a 1:1 pan and faders mix against ProTools and there was no question the summing in Studio One was richer, fuller, and had better separation.
Got any tips for working with the AIR Loudspeakers?
I'd say play with the DSP settings based on your usage. You'll find that placement and EQ settings are REALLY useful and can provide you with a custom setting that can be catered to nearly any scenario.
What are you currently working on? What's next for you?
Work Currently I'm working on some VERY exciting things for the StudioLive mixers/UC Surface/Studio One family.
Music I'm working on a solo album and should be wrapping that up this spring and continue to gig with Think Less, Hear More in New Orleans.
Personally enjoying the new house my wife and I recently purchased in New Orleans! The commute can be tough, but I love this job too much to let it bother me.
What's the strangest talent you have?
I don't know if it's strange, but I have the recipe for the best mac and cheese in the world. Hands down.
via GIPHY
Learn more about the AIR Loudspeakers here! Keep up with Kyle on Instagram!
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