Founded 2004 - London
Where the science of sound
meets the art of the possible
Audio Engineer has spent over two decades pushing the boundaries
of what live sound can achieve — delivering extraordinary sonic experiences
in places others deemed impossible.
Our story
Born from a passion for music
Founded in 2004 by Simon Ryder, Audio Engineer has been a pioneer and early adopter of the technologies shaping modern sound: directional bass arrays, beam steering, and the acoustic engineering that makes award-winning concerts happen in seemingly impossible venues.
From the outset, we built a multi-discipline practice spanning live sound, acoustics, and noise management — a deliberate marriage of rigorous science and genuine artistry. Every one of us, from Simon to our crew, started this journey out of a love for music. That love hasn't faded. We all still work gigs and mix live, because staying close to the music is what keeps the work alive.
Knowledge & craft
Constantly developing, constantly sharing
Techniques evolve, and so do we. Over the years we have developed our own proprietary methods alongside staying fluent in the latest advances. That curiosity has taken us around the world: for more than twenty years we have lectured internationally, sharing the science of sound with engineers, architects, and venue operators everywhere.
The Spark
Music is joy
Every one of us from our founder down to the drivers and crew started on this path out of a passion and love for music. To this day, we all keep that love alive by working gigs and mixing bands live and in the studio to keep that love and excitement alive.
“Audio Engineer delivered a superb service, from initial planning to ensuring that every noise limit off site was adhered to. The technical delivery was faultless, with nothing but compliments about the sound from staff and customers alike. The site presented unique challenges such as the 10,000 capacity dance tent being 50m from the nearest block of flats with very strict environmental health requirements. Audio Engineer delivered a stunning result with no noise complaints.
I cannot recommend them highly enough!”
What We've Achieved
Noise Management for multi-stage festivals of over 180,000 capacity
Numerous awards, including DJ Magazine’s Drum and Bass Arena of the year 2013, to the Ministry of Sound Festival Awards, best sounding stage at Glastonbury 2015
Runner up for the TPI Awards 2020 Sound System Designer of the Year
Audio systems and production for the biggest names in music - David Gilmour, Bruno Mars, Nick Cave, Elton John, The Prodigy, Massive Attack, Panic! at the Disco and many, many more
Acclaimed Installations in night clubs, venues, theatres and sports arenas.
Test and Commissioning engineers for the new Tottenham Hotspur football stadium.
Product and Packaging design in use with leading manufacturers and rental firms.
Wrote and delivered the DAS Audio training program in the UK.
Stellar reviews for theatrical sound designs touring the world.
Our favourite gig ever! Never again is a band with that line up likely to assemble again. Members of Pink Floyd, Spandau Ballet, Roxy Music, Sly and the Family Stone, Baaba Maal, The Blockheads, The War of The Worlds and Wham.