When Feedback Became Stagecraft: How Engineers Tamed Loud Guitars

Explore the physics behind guitar feedback on stage and the innovations—from sound‑hole plugs and phased feedback suppressors to strategic mic placement—that let touring musicians keep their solos from devolving into howl. The episode traces how engineers and artists turned a problem into part of rock’s sonic arsenal, shaping everything from 70s arena shows to today’s digital rigs.

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