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MUS-2570 Live Sound Reinforcement


Credits 3
This course takes students from the basic concepts of DJ/sound reinforcement for small venues, through system setup and operation. Students learn physics of sound, microphone types and uses, small format digital audio mixer concepts, amplifier/speaker systems, microphone placement and system operation. Students learn how to apply these concepts and skills to a full live sound setup, managing this setup during the performance, and the proper equipment striking procedures.
Prerequisite(s): MUS-1570 Recording Technology II  with a grade of C or higher
Course Outcomes
  1. Implement the physics of sound properties in live sound settings.
  2. Demonstrate proper microphone placement in live sound settings.
  3. Use a digital mixing console in the appropriate manner.
  4. Compare and contrast the behavior of sound acoustics for indoor and outdoor situations.
  5. Perform acoustical measurements for proper installation/placement of equipment (i.e., speakers, microphones etc.).
  6. Manage a live sound rehearsal/performance using proper setup techniques.
  7. Manage a live sound rehearsal/performance using proper teardown techniques.




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