Boy did you blow it. The lead singer clearly asked for more of his own vocals in the monitors, and you went and cranked the "howling-2.5kHz-feedback" instead. It's not likely you'll get a second chance after this latest tinnitus-inducing gaffe; retaining your employment is going to require grace, smooth talk, and gifts in the $60 to $200 dollar range. May we suggest something in an Audio Technica wireless in-ear-monitor accessory?

A-T has introduced a slew of new products compatible with their M2 and M3 IEM systems, including two all new headphones for upgrade from or replacement for your existing ear-buds.

The EP1 is a $59.00 pair of high-definition ear-buds, featuring a gold-plated right-angle stereo mini-plug with locking collar for worry free connectivity and protection against sweaty, sweaty corrosion. Yum! The $139.00 EP3s are a step-up, fidelity wise, with their proprietary A-T drivers. They feature the same gold-plated right-angle stereo mini-plug with locking collar as the EP1s, plus an adjustable y-cable sleeve for comfortable fit, 9.8" (25 cm) extension cable/adapter with 3.5 mm connector for use with MP3 and other portable players, and a protective carrying pouch.

Also introduced are a line of new silicone and foam-tipped replacement earpieces in various sizes. Other new accessories include:

• AM3: Ambient omnidirectional condenser lavalier microphone, terminated with a right-angle 3.5 mm connector. For use with A-T's M2 and M3 In-Ear Monitor System Receivers. ($119.00 U.S. MSRP)
• ATW-A49S: Single UHF wide-band directional LPDA (log periodic dipole array) antenna, providing enhanced transmission for UHF in-ear monitor systems throughout a wide band range (440-900 MHz). Mounts to 5/8"-27 threads. Includes 12' cable. ($218.00 U.S. MSRP)
• AT8623: Joining plate for mounting two M2T and/or M3T transmitters in a single 19" rack space. ($30.00 U.S. MSRP)