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stage plot builder

Design your layout online and export a clear PDF for sound engineers.

Free stage plot builder for bands and artists

Drag your instruments, amplifiers, and microphones onto the virtual stage. This stage plot designer lets you build your layout within minutes. Download the print-ready stage plot template directly for the venue or festival crew.
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Prevent soundcheck chaos

An unreadable or outdated band stage layout is a major frustration for venue technicians. Use this stage diagram creator to set up a clear arrangement quickly. This results in shorter soundchecks and fewer mistakes on stage.

Unlock the full power of our free stage plot builder

The free visual export from the builder contains a light watermark. Creating a free account with Band Boss Manager expands your design with additional features:

Automated patch lists

The app functions as an automatic input list generator. It uses your stage design to instantly create a technical patch list, showing technicians exactly which instrument goes into which channel.

Custom monitor mixes

Specify exactly what each band member needs to hear on their own monitor or in-ear mix.

Clean PDF exports

Download high-quality documents without watermarks.

Save and edit designs

Modify your saved layouts for future gigs or different stage sizes instead of starting over every time.

Everything for your band in one central place

The stage plot is just one part of your logistics. Band Boss Manager acts as the complete band tech rider tool, linking your technical layouts directly to your gigs, central calendar, setlists, and financial payouts.

FAQ

Quick answers to your most common questions.

Yes. You can design and download your visual stage layout as a PDF without any costs. Advanced production tools, such as automated patch lists and custom monitor mixes, are available when you create a free account

Anonymous designs are temporary. To save your setup for future gigs, updates, or line-up changes, simply register a free Bandboss Manager account using the same email address.

A stage plot is the visual diagram of your equipment on stage. A patch list (or input list) is the technical table showing which instrument goes into which channel. Our platform automatically generates the patch list based on your visual design.
Yes. The exporter uses industry-standard icons and layouts for backline, audio inputs, and monitors, making it clean and readable for any professional festival or venue crew.

This tool builds the core technical components of your rider. By upgrading to a free account, you can combine your stage plot, input list, and hospitality requirements into one professional document.

Yes. Within the stage plot designer, you can add text labels to specific positions on the stage. This is useful for noting specific monitor preferences, power outlet requirements, or diaper changes for specific instruments.
The stage diagram creator includes a wide selection of standard industry icons. You can select drums, keyboards, amplifiers, acoustic guitars, vocal microphones, DI boxes, and wedge monitors to represent your exact live setup.
After designing your layout, click download to generate a standardized PDF file. You can attach this document directly to your advancing email or upload it as a part of your overall band tech rider tool package.
You can use your master setup as a template. If a specific venue has a smaller stage or restricted inputs, you can quickly move elements around or hide channels in your saved dashboard instead of starting from scratch.
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