Audio engineers or sound guys work long days and nights at the studio or on stage to help artists achieve their best sound even when the rest of the world only hears the finished product and credit it solely to the artist. DJ Rama . Image source: urbanmasterclass.com Image source: cnmnewz.com Part of a sound guy’s job is to make an artist feel at ease in the studio or on the stage. If an artist wants to sound their best and be comfortable performing, they should also practice effective communication with their sound guy. An artist must know that the instrument and studio equipment won’t change the way they sound. Studio equipment and technique can only make one sound better, but never excellent. DJ Rama . An artist has to give their best performance for a sound guy to work their magic on the track. Before anything else, artists should know the name of their sound guy; it’s a sign of respect. Know their name and address them accordingly. Artists tend to run their ...