★★★★★"The Lily P4D is a game changer. As a vocalist using in-ear monitors, it’s given me the clarity and control I need to perform at my best. It’s now an essential part of my stage rig, and I highly recommend it to any singer."
Umprey's McGee
Brendan Bayliss, Lead Vocals / Guitar
★★★★★"A FOH mixer colleague introduced me to the LILY P4D, and it brilliantly reduced guitar amp sound bleed without needing to chase faders. It’s been on our stage ever since."
Santana
Kevin Madigan, FOH Engineer
★★★★★"The LILY P4D mute mats are a game-changer on loud stages, killing ambient noise bleed. They’re durable, and the variable ducking level gives us control. The bypass switch is perfect for switching instruments, and the ability to power it from a pedalboard is brilliant."
Sturgill Simpson
Chris Mitchell, FOH Engineer
★★★★★"I love the Lily P4D for its reliability and noise reduction on stage. It’s drastically improved our show, both for FOH and monitor mixes. Highly recommend!"
Molly Tuttle
Ethan Standard, FOH Engineer
★★★★★"With the Lily P4D, my mic stays off until I step on it, keeping my in-ear mix clean. It’s compact, fits by my pedalboard, and unlike other gates, it doesn’t cut out with head movement or lighting. The Lily P4D gives me full control."
The Infamous Stringdusters
Andy Hall, Dobro/Vocals
★★★★★“LILY P4D is an absolute game changer. If you’re using any sort of Optogate or switches for your mics, go ahead and sell them. LILY P4D is so easy, so smooth... it's just absolutely perfect.”
Brantley Gilbert
Spencer Waasdorp, Guitarist/Vocalis
★★★★★"The Lily PAD has been rock solid on our Banjo and Mandolin vocal mics, keeping my IEM mixes tight and controlled, even in challenging rooms."
Billy Strings
Charlie Bryson Monitor Engineer - Billy Failing, Banjo
★★★★★"After Chuck Garvey's stroke, his hearing sensitivity made mic bleed a problem. The LILY P4D’s smooth ducking solved this, making the stage comfortable for both artist and engineer. It's been a game-changer!"
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Frank Hopkins, Monitor Engineer
★★★★★"The Lily P4D is essential to making the live vocoder in our show possible for me at FOH. Not only does it work flawlessly every time, but the artist loves how easy is it to use."
Said The Sky
Cameron Scurek, FOH Engineer/Crew Chief
Success Stories
Santana
Santana, legendary Latin rock pioneer with billions of streams and multi-Grammy Award-winning artist, has shaped the music world with iconic albums like Abraxas and Supernatural. Known for his innovative sound, Santana's live performances benefit from cutting-edge tools like the LILY P4D. As his FOH engineer Kevin Madigan shares, “The LILY P4D brilliantly reduces guitar amp sound bleed without needing to chase faders. It’s been a permanent fixture on our stage ever since.”
Sturgill Simpson
Sturgill Simpson, Grammy Award-winning and genre-defying artist, has captivated fans with his bold musical vision, from Metamodern Sounds in Country Music to Sound & Fury. Known for pushing boundaries, Sturgill’s live performances benefit from innovative tools like the LILY P4D. As his engineer Sean Grogan explains, “These LILY P4D mute mats are a game-changer! They eliminate stage noise bleed, take a beating, and the variable ducking level gives us total control. The bypass switch is a lifesaver when switching instruments on stage.”
Molly Tuttle
Molly Tuttle, a Grammy Award-winning bluegrass artist and the first woman to win Guitar Player of the Year at the IBMA, continues to shape the future of roots music with her band Golden Highway. Known for her innovative sound and instrumental mastery, Tuttle’s live performances have reached new levels of clarity and precision thanks to the LILY P4D. As her engineer states, “I love using the LILY P4D for its reliability and ability to reduce excess noise on stage, cleaning up both Front of House and Monitor mixes. It’s improved our shows by leaps and bounds.”
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The LILY P4D is a pressure-sensitive microphone ducking tool that reduces unwanted stage noise. When you step on the pad, the mic activates, and when you step off, it lowers the volume, offering clean, hands-free sound control for live performances.
Yes, the LILY P4D works seamlessly with dynamic, condenser, and even ribbon microphones. It integrates effortlessly into any setup, making it an ideal choice for front-of-house engineers and stage monitoring. See gain reduction levels here.
The LILY P4D helps create clearer live audio by eliminating mic bleed and controlling unwanted noise. Its pressure-activated mechanism ensures the microphone only picks up sound when needed, giving you a cleaner, more polished mix.
Unlike traditional gates that rely on sound or infrared signals, the LILY P4D uses pressure activation, providing more accurate control. It won’t misfire due to lighting changes or stage movements, ensuring reliable mic control during performances.
Yes, the LILY P4D is built to withstand the wear and tear of touring. It’s road-tested for durability, ensuring reliable performance across countless live shows.
Yes, the LILY P4D can be powered directly from your pedalboard’s 9V supply, making it a convenient addition to any setup without requiring additional power sources.
The LILY P4D gives audio engineers more precise control over live sound by reducing unwanted noise and mic bleed. It offers consistent performance with customizable ducking levels, making it ideal for live stage environments.