Technical Requirements

Stage Requirements

Minimum Stage Dimensions

16' wide x 12' deep (minimum space needed for comfortable setup)

Power Requirements

  • 3-4 clean, grounded power outlets for instruments and effects
  • Clean, stable power essential for digital processors

Band Gear & Requirements

Drums

  • Quality acoustic kit (TAMA or Mapex preferred)
  • 22" Bass Drum
  • 10", 12", 16" Toms
  • 14" Snare
  • Quality cymbals (Sabian, Zildjian, Paiste)
  • China cymbal (Sabian AAX 18"/19" or Zildjian A Custom 18"/19")
  • Hardware package including throne
  • Single bass pedal (Mapex preferred)

Guitar

  • Line6 Powercab 112 Plus (preferred) or equivalent FRFR cabinet
  • Alternative options: Headrush FRFR-108/112, QSC K10.2, or similar flat-response speaker
  • Guitar stands (2)
  • Power for digital processors

Guitarist uses Line 6 HX Stomp for amp modeling - needs FRFR cabinet, NOT traditional guitar amp

Bass

  • Ampeg bass cabinet (for bass channel)
  • Line6 Powercab 112 Plus or equivalent FRFR cabinet (for guitar channel)
  • Alternative options: Headrush FRFR-108/112, QSC K10.2, or similar flat-response speaker
  • Bass stands (2)
  • Power for Neural DSP Quad Cortex

Bassist uses Neural DSP Quad Cortex with dual output channels - bass channel to Ampeg cabinet and guitar channel to FRFR cabinet. Preamp modeling already in signal chain, so traditional guitar amps cannot be used.

Vocals

  • 2 vocal microphones (Sennheiser E945/E835 or Shure SM58)
  • 2 boom stands
  • Microphone windscreens/pop filters
  • Vocals require good monitor mix

Monitoring

  • IEM capability preferred if available
  • Alternatively, 3-4 monitor wedges (12" + horn)
  • Minimum 3 monitor mixes

Lighting

  • Standard stage lighting
  • No direct spotlights in performers' faces
  • Mood lighting that complements alternative/grunge atmosphere

Input List

Channel Source Mic/DI Notes
1 Kick Beta 52/91A
2 Snare Top SM57
3-5 Toms e604/SM57
6-7 OH L/R Condensers Quality cymbal capture important
8 Guitar DI/Line From Line 6 HX Stomp to FRFR cabinet
9 Bass (Bass Channel) DI From Neural Quad Cortex to Ampeg cabinet
10 Bass (Guitar Channel) DI From Neural Quad Cortex to FRFR cabinet
11 Lead Vocals SM58/E945 On boom stand with windscreen
12 Backing Vocals SM58 Bassist

About DISTILL

DISTILL is an alternative/grunge/hard rock band from New Delhi bringing together the raw energy of 90s Seattle grunge with diverse influences from across rock and metal genres. The band delivers powerful original compositions and reimagined covers with a unique Indian perspective.

Our sound captures the essence of bands like Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and Tool while incorporating elements that reflect our diverse musical backgrounds.

Technical Contacts

Band Contact

Distill

[email protected]