Charles Maynes Sound Design

06/01/2026

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04/07/2026

04/07/2026

E Street Band Violinist Tzruya 'Suki' Lahav Dead at 74

Suki Lahav, the Israeli violinist whose brief but memorable tenure with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band left a lasting imprint, has died at 74 following a battle with cancer. Her passing was confirmed by her son, musician Yonatan Lahav.

Born Tzruya “Suki” Lahav in northern Israel, she was raised in a musical environment that blended classical training with communal performance. In 1971, she moved to the United States with her husband, recording engineer Louis Lahav, whose work on Springsteen’s 1972 debut Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. brought her into the orbit of one of rock’s rising voices.

Lahav’s time with Springsteen was relatively short—spanning 1974 to 1975—but highly impactful. She contributed violin and vocals to The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle and Born to Run, with her playing most notably opening “Jungleland.” Her voice can also be heard on “4th of July, Asbury Park (Sandy)” and “Incident on 57th Street.” During a 38-show run, her violin added a distinctive texture to the band’s live performances at a pivotal moment in Springsteen’s ascent.

Though her contributions were significant, Lahav stepped away in 1975 and returned to Israel, where she built a diverse and accomplished creative career. She became a respected lyricist, composer, and writer, penning songs for leading Israeli artists, contributing to the country’s 1990 Eurovision entry, and authoring award-winning novels and screenplays. Her work extended beyond music into literature and film, earning multiple national honors.

Lahav also faced profound personal hardship, including the loss of her young daughter during her years in the United States. In later life, she continued to write, teach, and contribute to Israel’s cultural landscape.

While her time with the E Street Band was brief, Suki Lahav’s artistry helped shape the sound of a defining era in American rock—and her broader body of work secured her legacy far beyond it.

03/27/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Tony Banks [March 27, 1950] (Genesis, Bankstatement, Strictly Inc., solo, guest) (76)

02/13/2026

Hey audio friends... I am planning to sell some gear I no longer use and want to find out if there is any interest.

Sound Devices 744T
Sound Devices 702
Sound Devices Mix Pre-D

The recorders come complete with all factory cables, CF Cards, Hi-Capacity batteries, manuals, original boxes and field bags. All in mint condition.

Before I go through the motions to post this gear online, is anyone interested in purchasing this fine gear? This gear has been used on 90% of my sound libraries over the years but it's time to let them go. USA sales only.

Thanks! Frank

02/03/2026

https://www.tvtechnology.com/production/sports-production/hearing-the-ice-embedded-contact-mics-transform-figure-skating-audio

How to make the sport even more immersive

12/24/2025

Warmest Holiday wishes to all....