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Almost every AV Technician, Sound engineer, or Event manager looks forward to improve the quality of their sound output. Here are some tips for improving sound quality in your setup: *Recording/Playback: 1. Use high-quality microphones and preamps. 2. Record in a quiet, treated room. 3. Choose lossless or high-bitrate compression. 4. Use a digital audio workstation (DAW) for editing. *Equipment Upgrades: 1. Invest in quality speakers or headphones. 2. Upgrade amplifiers or audio interfaces. 3. Consider a DAC (digital-to-analog converter). 4. Replace low-quality cables and connectors. *Acoustic Treatment: 1. Use acoustic panels for echo reduction. 2. Add bass traps for low-end control. 3. Optimize speaker placement. 4. Treat room reflections. *Digital Signal Processing: 1. Use EQ to balance frequencies. 2. Adjust compression for dynamic range. 3. Apply reverb/delay judiciously. 4. Experiment with audio enhancement plugins. *Calibration and Settings: 1. Calibrate your monitoring system. 2. Adjust playback settings (e.g., buffer size). 3. Optimize streaming quality. 4. Use audio analysis tools. *General Tips: 1. Keep equipment clean and maintained. 2. Use balanced cables. 3. Avoid distortion. 4. Reference high-quality audio. *My Specific Recommendations: For your Xenyx QX1832USB mixer: 1. Update firmware. 2. Adjust gain staging. 3. Use built-in EQ and compression. 4. Invest in quality speakers/headphones. Kindly share/repost if you find this helpful. #AV #AudioVisual #AVSupport #Sound #SoundDesign #SoundEngineering #AudioEngineering #SoundProduction #AudioVisualProduction #TechCareers #ProTips #AVServices #AVSolutions #AudioVisualSolutions #AVIntegration #AVTweeps #Audio #Visual #System #Mixer #Behringer #Xenyx #Events #EventPlanning #AVTechnician #Hardware #Software

When planning an outdoor event, one production mistake that can significantly impact the experience is ignoring the acoustics of the venue. Unlike indoor venues, outdoor spaces can have unpredictable sound dynamics due to the open environment. Here’s how to avoid this: 1. Sound Mapping: Conduct a sound mapping exercise during the planning phase to understand how sound travels in the venue. This helps identify potential problem areas. 2. Quality Sound Equipment: Invest in high-quality sound equipment designed for outdoor use. This includes powerful speakers and microphones that can handle ambient noise. 3. Professional Sound Technician: Hire a professional sound technician who can adjust sound levels in real-time and ensure consistent audio quality throughout the event. Addressing the acoustics can ensure that your event’s sound quality is impeccable, enhancing the overall experience for your guests. At WML, we fine-tune every detail so your outdoor events really hit the mark. Want to ensure your next event sounds perfect? Get in touch with us at WML, and let’s hit all the right notes together. #EventManagement #eventmanager #eventmanagementcompany #eventmanagers #unforgettablemoments #eventvenue #eventlogistics #corporateevents #eventstyle #eventinspiration #eventindustry #experientialmarketing #brandpromotion #brandexperience #brandactivation #ukbusiness #ukbusinesses #eventdecor #eventprofsuk #glasgowbusiness #scottishbusiness

In my experience in experimenting with low cost IoT sound sensors I agree that the data they provide is of minimal value. The data can sometimes be used to derive a vague level of occupancy, but other sensors are much better at this (CO2, motion etc.) Our Acousticians will use high end gear to test spaces (e.g. reverberation time) and the cheap IoT sensors are seen as toys. Until sound sensors start doing FFT and binning frequencies/amplitudes to characterise spaces and using trained models to detect particular sources of sound, e.g. speaking, mechanical noise, vacuuming etc. they will remain useless. Privacy wise, the benefit of the cheap IoT sensors using tech such as LoRaWAN not IP means we know that the sensor is not 'recording' as the bandwidth/battery power is too low to enable this. I personally would be wary of any IP connected sensor with a microphone and would request it be heavily cyber audited.

Sounding Assurance: Exploring the Realm of Sound Level Meters and Calibrators for Accurate Acoustic Measurement June 6, 2024 This article states SLM is a crucial instrument for measuring the sound pressure levels in decibels (dB), quantifying the intensity of sound waves in specific environments. GAO Tek’s SLMs, equipped with a microphone to detect and convert sound waves into electrical signals, provide accurate dB readings. These sound level meters find applications in diverse fields, including environmental monitoring, occupational safety, industrial noise control, entertainment venues, and product testing. The accuracy of sound level meters varies among models, with high-quality ones offering precise measurements within specified tolerances, typically ±1 to ±3 db. Calibration is a crucial aspect, and GAO Tek ensures accuracy through regular calibration against standard reference sources. The article addresses calibration frequency, recommending annual or semi-annual calibrations based on GAO Tek’s guidelines and industry standards. It emphasizes the importance of using a sound level calibrator compatible with the meter’s microphone type and measurement range. Applications of the sound level meters and calibrators span diverse fields, including environmental noise monitoring, occupational safety, entertainment, product testing, building acoustics, and research. The article delves into U.S.,Canadian, and international regulations that GAO Tek’s instruments comply with, ensuring adherence to occupational safety, environmental protection, and quality standards. Alternative names for the sound level meters and calibrators are listed, showcasing the varied terminology associated with these instruments. A link to GAO Tek’s sound level meter and the calibrator category is provided, organized by features such as acoustic, handheld, multi-function, professional, real-time, rugged, and data logging. The shipping details underscore GAO Tek’s commitment to customer convenience, offering overnight shipping to both the continental U.S. and Canada from their North American facilities. Overall, the article serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding, choosing, and utilizing the sound level meters and calibrators, with a focus on GAO Tek’s offerings and their compliance with regulatory standards. #gao#goviral

One of the most common questions I get is “What is acoustics”. I’ll be clear, it is not audio engineering. Acoustics is the study of how sound behaves based on its environment. Which is a big factor on why it’s so interesting. No two projects are the same. There are so many factors, so many things to consider - client needs, builder requirements, statues and legislation. That isn’t even going into all the areas we need to have an understanding of. I’ll save that for another post. It’s not scary though, it’s actually exciting and I would love to see more people involved in acoustics. The work is so diverse and interesting. I have to admit when I first heard about acoustics, I thought it was the equivalent of accountancy for audio. At the time I was studying audio engineering. But that was a very narrow view in hindsight. I get to make a difference in people’s lives, whether it’s the client, the builder or the end user. Every single person is important. As a people pleaser, getting the balance right makes me genuinely happy. I love my job.

As a sound engineer 🎛️ , I often find myself behind the scenes, but today, I want to shine a light on the vital role we play in shaping the auditory experiences that enrich our lives. From the studio to the stage, sound engineers transform ideas into soundscapes that move, inspire, and connect us. Whether it's mixing the perfect track, designing sound for a film, or crafting immersive audio for live events, our work is about more than just technology—it's about emotion and storytelling. Every day, I’m reminded of how sound influences our world. It creates atmosphere, enhances communication, and fosters connections. We’re the ones ensuring that every note is balanced, every dialogue is clear, and every sound effect captivates the audience’s imagination. Beyond entertainment, sound engineers play a crucial role in various sectors of society. They enhance communication in classrooms, amplify messages in public spaces, and ensure safety through effective alarm systems and emergency announcements. Their work extends to healthcare, where precise audio technology aids in diagnostics and therapeutic treatments. I’m proud to be part of a community that pushes the boundaries of audio technology and creativity. Let’s continue to innovate and elevate the art of sound! 🎤 To my fellow sound engineers, let’s celebrate our craft and the impact we have on society. Tag a colleague or share a project you’re passionate about! #SoundEngineering #AudioArtistry #BehindTheScenes #ImpactOfSound #AudioInnovation

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐗-𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬, 𝐌𝐢𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬. It is the best tool if you are looking for a DAW Controller or if you want to gain staging or summing a Mix. For Live Sound Engineers who are working with X-Air Series digital mixers or MR Series Digital Mixers. You can also use the Behringer X-Touch as an analog controller. 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐗-𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞. 𝟏. 𝐗-𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 - Universal Control Surface with 9 Touch-Sensitive Motor Faders, LCD Scribble Strips and Ethernet/USB/MIDI Interface.  𝟐. 𝐗-𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 - With 8 Touch-Sensitive Motor Faders, LCD Scribble Strips, USB Hub and Ethernet/USB Interfaces, extend to 16 Faders and 1 main fader plus additional knobs overall.  𝟑. 𝐗-𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐍𝐄 - Universal Control Surface with Touch-Sensitive Motor Fader and LCD Scribble Strip.  𝟒. 𝐗-𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓 - Universal USB/MIDI Controller with 9 Touch-Sensitive Motor Faders.  𝟓. 𝐗-𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐂𝐇 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈 - Ultra-Compact Universal USB Controller meant producers and engineers who are always on the road. These DAW Controllers are majorly meant to minimize the usage of your mouse and increase efficiency and helps provide a better overall control on your projects. Additionally, professional look that it provides to your studio is a cherry on top. If you are a professional sound engineer, adding the Behringer X-touch to your set up will definitely help you to increase your rates. No Pun intended. The Behringer X-Touch Series is the best option if you are looking for a Daw Controllers or Control Surface Interface if you are looking for something with direct access buttons or Faders. 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐔𝐀𝐄, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐂𝐂 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬. Get in touch with us for Enquiries Store Location: https://zurl.co/w8OD Shop Now > https://zurl.co/1e9h Email: sales@techniline.org Phone: +971505594871 #TechnilineElectronics #Behringer #BehringerAudioInterface #AudioInterface #BehringerXTouch

“Sounds good”: simple tips on choosing sound equipment for your event Having worked with sound over years I've overseen the production of countless high-profile events — from VIP gatherings to large-scale conferences. One of the most critical (yet often overlooked) elements of event planning is selecting the right sound equipment. After years of work, I've developed an approach to ensure the sound system at our events brings what it is supposed to bring — immersion, engagement and inspiration. Here are my simple tips to make it possible whatever event you prepare for: — Assess the venue acoustics before you start choosing the needed speakers and microphones. Thoroughly evaluate the event space: consider the size, layout, and natural acoustics. This will be the primary driver in determining the right gear. — Make a detailed list of your audio requirements, from the number of inputs to the desired decibel levels. Assess if you need a full sound system to energize a dance floor or to amplify speeches and presentations. — Resist the temptation to go with the cheapest quality gear — when it comes to sound, you must get what you pay for. Stick with reputable professional brands — subpar audio quality and potential malfunctions are not the “perks” you want to have at your event. — Plan for contingencies — even the best-laid plans can go awry, so be sure to have backup equipment on hand. Redundant microphones, spare speakers, and a secondary mixing board can save the day if something fails during the event. — Partner with experts unless you have an in-house audio engineer. I highly recommend hiring an experienced production team to handle the technical setup and operations. Their expertise will ensure everything runs smoothly. Make your memories and others of high quality! #Eventplanning #lEventmanagement #Sound #Soundtechnology #Audioequipment

Sound Solutions: GAO Tek’s Impact April 23, 2024 The article offers a comprehensive overview of research and applications in acoustics, spotlighting GAO Tek’s sound level meters & calibrators and their versatile roles across diverse industries. Acoustics research spans the study of sound waves and their interactions with materials and environments, drawing from multiple scientific and engineering disciplines such as physics, engineering, and psychology. GAO Tek’s products, known by various names like Noise Level Meters and Decibel Meters, serve crucial functions in environmental noise monitoring, occupational safety, building acoustics, product testing, sound engineering, scientific research, and regulatory compliance. The company’s commitment to adherence to industry standards and government regulations is underscored, with compliance highlighted in regions such as North America, Europe, Canada, and Mexico, as well as specific countries within these areas. Notable standards and regulations include ISO standards, EPA regulations, NIST guidelines, and various national and local ordinances. Case studies presented throughout the article offer tangible examples of how GAO Tek’s instruments are applied across sectors, demonstrating their efficacy in real-world scenarios. These examples cover a spectrum of applications, from assessing noise pollution in urban environments to optimizing sound quality in concert halls and recording studios. Moreover, the article emphasizes GAO Tek’s dedication to meeting customer demands, with a wide product range and expedited delivery options ensuring swift access to necessary equipment. The company’s strong local support in North America and Europe, including partnerships with integrators and consulting firms, bolsters its service offerings, providing customers with comprehensive solutions and assistance. Lastly, the article highlights several prominent customers in the research and acoustics industry who have leveraged GAO Tek’s products to advance their objectives. #gao#goviral

𝐃𝐨𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞 & 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦🎤 💥 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐈𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬: A poor sound system can ruin your speech. If the audience struggles to hear you or is distracted by echoes or static, they may lose interest. Improper microphone use often results in missed sentences, which leads to disengagement. 💥𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬: 💠 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦: ▪ Confirm the quality of the sound system in advance. ▪ Test it yourself, and arrive at the venue at least an hour early. ▪ Know the location of volume controls and meet the sound technician. 💠 𝐀𝐝𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞: ▪ Understand how to change the height of a microphone stand. Ensure it's positioned just below your chin. ▪ Turn off the microphone when making adjustments. ▪ For handheld mics, hold them close to your mouth. With mobile mics, check the cord length. Always switch off cordless mics when not in use to avoid broadcasting unintended sounds. 💠 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞: ▪ Use a microphone for gatherings over 50 people or in large rooms. ▪ Consider background noise like air conditioning, doors, or external music. These can affect how well you are heard. 💠 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: ▪ Ensure the microphone doesn’t obscure your face. ▪ Avoid noises like paper rustling, sniffing, or polyester fabric brushing against the mic. These sounds are amplified and can annoy your audience. Proper use of a microphone ensures your voice is clear and your message is delivered effectively. While you may not have a voice like Demosthenes, mastering technology will make your speech powerful. Shiva Kumar Sreenidhi S. Rajiv sha Siddharth Chadha Malay Damania Hari krishna Srinivas V Mitavachan Hiremath Ashish Yardi (Ashu)🇮🇳 Jaffar Sharif Choudhary Chitra Veeresh Seema Sunil V V Wg Cdr Chandramani Naganathan Yogesh K Mariappan A B Sachin Anchan Arun Pai Prof.(Dr.) BalaMurugan Marghabandhu Agilandeswari Kannan Preeti Kothari ANUJ MAHAJAN Udhaya Kumar A K #TechSavvySpeaker #SpeechPreparation #MicTechnique #SoundSystem #MicCheck #SpeakingSkills