Audio Engineer for Broadcast, Live Audio, & Music Production
About
Ian Ayala | Broadcast, FOH, & Studio Engineer
I am a Minneapolis-based Audio Engineer specializing in live production and broadcast audio, with additional work in recording and music production. With nearly a decade of experience spanning from the studio to the front-of-house, I focus on the intersection of technical precision and musicality.
My workflow is built on industry-leading platforms like DiGiCo Quantum and SSL Live as well as classics like the Yamaha CL series. I bridge complex AoIP networks (Dante/MADI/SoundGrid) to deliver studio-quality sound to live and remote audiences alike. Whether I am mixing for a live venue or crafting a polished broadcast mix, my goal is to ensure the energy of the performance is captured perfectly.
Platform Experience
Core Platforms & Workflows
Live & Broadcast Consoles:
Large Format Digital: DiGiCo Quantum 326/338, SSL L200, Yamaha DM7/CL5/QL5.
Compact & Performance Digital: Midas M32, Behringer X32, Allen & Heath GLD 112.
Systems & AoIP: Advanced integration of Dante and MADI for redundant recording and broadcast splits.
PA & System Drive: Deployment and tuning of NEXO and NXAMP systems.
Live Processing: Expert-level workflow with Waves SuperRack SoundGrid and integration of outboard processors.
Studio & Post-Production
DAW: Operator-level proficiency in Pro Tools and multi-track recording for live events in REAPER.
Processing Suite: Surgical and creative mixing using iZotope (Ozone/RX), FabFilter, SoundToys, Universal Audio (UAD), and Valhalla.
Legacy Systems: Experienced with large-format analog consoles including the SSL 4000G and Trident 80B.
Recent Work
Broadcast Audio at Westwood Community Church - Chanhassen, MN
Music Production
Production/Mixing
Podcast Production
Podcast Recording/Editing/Mixing