In live sound environments, signal flow typically involves routing audio signals from microphones and instruments through mixing consoles, signal processors, amplifiers, and speakers in real-time to amplify and project sound for an audience. In contrast, in studio recording environments, signal flow involves capturing audio signals from microphones, processing them through preamps, EQs, compressors, and effects units, and recording them onto digital or analog media for later mixing and mastering. While both environments share similar signal flow principles, the specific devices and routing configurations vary depending on the application and desired outcome.