Running Sound TOBYMAC (Pat Haapanen)

Send us Fan MailWhen you’re mixing for an artist like TOBYMAC, the show isn’t just loud—it’s alive. Blending pop, hip-hop, gospel, rock, and pure adrenaline, it takes a seasoned pro to keep it all glued together. That’s where Pat Haapanen comes in.As TOBYMAC’s Front of House Engineer, Pat is the architect behind a mix that hits hard, moves fast, and still delivers every lyric with clarity and punch. In this episode, we sit down with Pat to talk about what it takes to manage a high-energy, genre-blending production, where every second counts and every transition has to be flawless.Pat opens up about his creative process, the unique challenges of mixing for an artist with a multi-dimensional live show, and the deep trust he’s built with the entire team to make it all happen night after night.🎧 Inside the Interview:🎛️ How Pat balances musicality with energy in TOBYMAC’s set🔈 Managing multiple genres in one show—and making it seamless🎚️ Pat’s favorite tools, techniques, and system approach🧠 Why mixing TOBYMAC is as much about feel as it is about faders🚛 Touring tales, tech challenges, and the importance of teamIf you’re into the art of making faith-filled, high-octane shows sound crystal clear, this episode is packed with insight.💬 Got questions or love TOBYMAC’s live sound? Drop them in the comments!🤳 Social Media & HangoutsTwitter: https://x.com/thisisdelacruz 🐦Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisdelacruz 📸Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicholas.DeLaCruz👍TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@this.is.delacruz 🎉🤘🏽 Support My JourneyJoin this channel to get access to perks:YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC87o5nnsjldToX-uP8TlYeA/join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThisIsDeLaCruz 🌟Join our little family for exclusive content, behind-the-scenes fun, and cool perks!🌐 More Cool StuffMerch: https://4dxm1p-nb.myshopify.com 👕🔗 Band and CrewPat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haapanenpd 🌍TOBYMAC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobymac 📚🙏 Shout Outs & CreditsA huge thanks to everyone who helped make this video possible! Music by: https://www.epidemicsound.com  🎶📩 Let’s ConnectGot questions or just want to chat? Email me at: [email protected]  or Ryan Sandlin our Creative Director Contact him at : [email protected] or follow him oh Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/ryansandlin 💌🔥 Don’t Forget!Like, comment, and subscribe for more awesome content! 👍🔔Support the show