Technical rider for live percussion
I bring almost everything myself. Here is what the organiser needs to provide and how I coordinate with the DJ and the venue.
In short
You provide power and a safe spot. I bring my instruments, in-ears, wireless microphones and cables, and sort the rest out with the DJ.
Good preparation is the difference between percussion that sits in the mix and percussion that gets in the way. That is why my technical rider is sent to you automatically with every confirmed booking, and why I contact the DJ and, where needed, the venue myself.
What I bring
- LED djembe with wireless amplification
- Roland HandSonic and Roland SPD-SX Pro, depending on the package
- Stands and a harness for roaming
- In-ear monitoring, so I hear the DJ clearly without an extra monitor
- Wireless microphones, receivers and all cables
- With the Full Set: real congas and bongos, an extra PA and a technician who sets everything up
What the organiser provides
- Power: a standard socket (230 V) close to where I play.
- A safe spot: a little space next to the DJ booth on a stable, dry surface. Outdoors, ideally under a marquee or canopy.
- A free channel on the DJ mixer for the digital percussion. I arrange this directly with the DJ.
- Somewhere safe for my gear during breaks.
Sound limiters and working with the DJ
Many venues in Flanders use a sound limiter. The usual limit is 85 dB(A) averaged over 60 minutes, or up to 95 or 100 dB(A) with logging. Percussion has sharp peaks. If the limiter is set too tight, it can briefly cut the music.
My digital percussion runs through the DJ mixer, so it stays within the same sound budget as the music. For the djembe we agree on the DJ's volume and where I stand. My advice: ask the venue which limit applies and whether the limiter can be adjusted. See also djembe or digital percussion.
Download the riders
The technical and hospitality rider for each package. Read them online or save them as a PDF.
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For the organiser
Technical and hospitality rider: djembé and digital percussion
Thank you for hosting me at your event. This rider is an integral part of the agreement and must be fulfilled unless we agree otherwise.It is...
Version 1, updated on 27 October 2026
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For the organiser
Technical and hospitality rider: djembé
Thank you for hosting me at your event. This rider is an integral part of the agreement and must be fulfilled unless we agree otherwise.It is...
Version 1, updated on 27 October 2026
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For the technician
Technical rider for sound technicians
This rider is meant for the sound technician and the technical crew. It only covers what you need to connect Sam Anderson's live percussion...
Version 1, updated on 27 October 2026
Technical questions
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How much space do you need?
For the djembe or one digital instrument, a spot of about two by two metres next to the DJ is enough. When I roam, I just need a clear path among the guests. The Full Set needs more space; the rider has the details.
How long does setup take?
For Solo, Duo Percussion and Triple Beats I arrive in good time to set up and test quietly before guests arrive. The Full Set is set up in advance by a technician. We agree the arrival time together.
Does the DJ need to change anything?
The DJ provides a free channel on the mixer for the digital percussion. Beyond that we agree on style, tempo and peak moments. I contact the DJ as soon as the booking is confirmed.
Can you play outdoors, and what if it rains?
Yes, outdoors works as long as the instruments and electronics stay dry. For outdoor events I ask for a covered spot or marquee. If it rains and there is no cover, we move to a sheltered spot.
Can you play unamplified, for example during drinks?
The djembe can be heard unamplified, but over a DJ set it needs amplification. During a quieter moment like a drinks reception I can play acoustically; we will decide together what fits.
How do you handle a sound limiter?
Digital percussion goes through the DJ mixer and stays within the same sound budget. For the djembe we agree on the volume. Ask the venue which limit applies and whether the limiter can be adjusted.
A question about your venue?
Send me the venue and DJ name. I will check what works best technically.