Chairman and Editor: Adam J. Hill (University of Derby, UK)
Contributors: Chris Beale; Durand Begault; Jon Burton; Etienne Corteel; Christian Frick; Jim Griffiths; Marcel Kok; Michael Lawrence; Bob McCarthy; Johannes Mulder; Kees Neervoort; Elena Shabalina; Andy Wardle
Prepared by: Working Group on Sound Exposure and Noise Pollution due to Outdoor Entertainment Events, AES Technical Committee on Acoustics and Sound Reinforcement (TC-ASR)
Abstract
This AES Technical Document examines sound exposure and environmental noise associated with outdoor entertainment events. It reviews current research on audience sound exposure, hearing health, sound system design, environmental noise regulations, prediction and monitoring techniques, and noise mitigation strategies. The document identifies areas requiring further research and presents practical guidance to help event organizers, system designers, engineers, regulators, and venue operators balance high-quality audience experiences with hearing safety and reduced community noise impact.
Keywords: outdoor events; sound exposure; noise pollution; hearing conservation; hearing loss; environmental noise; sound reinforcement; live sound; concert sound; audience safety; noise monitoring; noise prediction; community noise; sound system design
Technical Document: AESTD1007.1.20-05
Published: 22 May 2020
Version: 1.20-05
References: See the PDF for the complete list of references.
