-CUSTOM SOUND DESIGN FOR YOUR SHOW OR PROJECT
-AUDIO INSTALLATIONS AND CONSULTATIONS
-CUSTOM SOUNDS, PROGRAMMING FOR SYNTHESIZERS, DRUM PADS, LIGHTS, AND MORE
-CUSTOM TRAINING SESSIONS AND WORKSHOPS FOR BEGINNERS, TEACHERS, PRODUCERS, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
-OUR PROFESSIONALS CAN HANDLE ALL OF YOUR SOUND DESIGN AND LIVEPRODUCTION/RECORDING NEEDS
Sound Consultation
(expert advice for one flat price)
Upgrading your sound system? Perhaps looking to purchase a sound system for the first time and don't know where to start? Maybe you want to mic a flute trio, while they do backflips over the trombone section?
Hire a PitHacks Professional to lead you in the right direction! Consultations can be held over the phone, via webchat, video call, or in person! After a brief conversation concerning budget, intention, and future growth, you will be emailed a document containing the suggested equipment (with links!), a diagram of the front ensemble/stage set up, and a recommendation on which sound design package might be right for you!
By the File
(on the fly audio samples)
Need Exotic or Specific Sound Effects? Can't get your hands on that rare percussion instrument? Synthesize it! You can buy by the sound here at PitHacks. Need a conch shell but are afraid of oceans? No Problem! Contact me with your specific needs and get your sound emailed to you within 48hrs. Each sound includes unlimited revisions and can be exported in .mp3 or .wav format.
Complete Sound Design & Synthesis
(creation and integration from beginning to end)
Sound engineering at its finest--this package includes the design and creation of all audio samples for your show, tailored to your exact needs and overall vision. We will create your Mainstage, mixer, and other synthesizer files and aid in their implementation. Revisions are not a problem, and can be guaranteed within 48 hours.
Plug and Play
(physical sound installation)
Every second counts, even when getting on and off the field at a marching band competition! This package includes the physical hardware set up and organization of all microphones, speakers, electronic instruments and cables. Organized labeling and color coordination will get you on and off the field quickly and seamlessly.
In addition to hardware installation, this package includes mixing and equalization of all instruments including keyboards, electronic instruments and soloists. A basic set of customized scenes will be created to fit your show!
Premium Audio Package
This package includes a physical installation and optimization of your set-up, mic'ing of wind soloists, mixing, and any desired sound synthesis (i.e. voice overs/special effects/pre-shows). All sounds will be delivered 2-4 days after the request.
Also included are unlimited revisions of the sounds created through-out the season and the programming of all synthesizers, drum pads, and other electronic instruments. I will also be available for any tech support needs that may arise during the season.
Don't see something that fits your needs? Contact us for more information and free custom job estimations!
Basic mixing skills
Introduction to Mainstage/Logic PRO X, Ableton, Creating Your Own Sounds
Synthesizer programming
Logistics of front ensemble set up and wiring
Care and maintenance of equipment
Set up/amplifying wind instruments
What to do when everything is plugged in and you "got no sound."
Workshops can take place on a weekend, during your regular weekly rehearsals,
or even in class!
Contact us for pricing.
Reuben E. Rodriguez
Founder of PitHacks, Reuben E. Rodriguez is a passionate educator, arranger, sound designer, and performer based in the vibrant Austin area. With a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, AL, Rodriguez has carved out a respected career in the marching arts.
A seasoned veteran of elite Drum Corps International (DCI) and Winter Guard International (WGI) ensembles, Rodriguez is an alumnus of Revolution, Crossmen, Spirit, and The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps. From 2017 to 2022, he played a pivotal role with The Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps, serving in various capacities, including Audio Engineer and Caption Manager Coordinator. In 2023, he proudly joined the Phantom Regiment team.
Rodriguez’s entrepreneurial success shines through his leadership of PitHacks, a company dedicated to supporting music programs through cutting-edge audio and video recording services, sound design, and technical consulting. Under his direction, PitHacks collaborates with over 50 music programs annually, delivering innovative solutions to marching bands, drum corps, and indoor ensembles across the country. With a growing team of professionals, PitHacks is setting new standards in live sound and recording for the marching arts.
In addition to his over a decade of teaching experience, Rodriguez has extensive training in live sound and audio production. His résumé includes national tours with Eclectic Tuba, the Electro Brass Music Conference coordination, and facilitating electronics integration for numerous world-class ensembles. His vision also extends to creating opportunities for others, exemplified by founding the Texas Virtual Percussion Contest, an initiative designed to support and celebrate percussion programs across Texas.
Rodriguez’s future goals include serving as the Audio Caption Head for Phantom Regiment and The Spirit of Atlanta Drum & Bugle Corps, further expanding his impact on the DCI community. He is also a founding member of SoundCheck Audio Clinics, an initiative to advance audio education and provide hands-on training for audio engineers in the marching arts.
Happily married, Rodriguez balances his professional pursuits with a love for music, community, and education. He remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in the marching arts.
