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Acoustics in Live Sound

Authors: Clarke, Shannon; Boren, Braxton

Express Paper · Paper 297 · September 2024

Abstract

This study looks at roadhouses and touring engineers in order to determine how acoustics is applied and whether this is a conscious or subconscious choice. This is done through various sources with a strong emphasis of interviews with professionals in the field. A look at an engineers workflow, tools, a cost-benefit analysis of the tools, looking at different types of spaces, ways to improve the spaces, and delays and equalization are combined to give a comprehensive look as to what an engineer is doing and what can make their job easier and mix better. For the beginning engineer, this is a comprehensive guide as to what tools and skills are needed as it relates to acoustics. For the more seasoned professional, it is a different way to think about how problems are being approached within the field and how solutions could be more heavily based on the statistics gathered from acoustics.

Details

AES Convention
157
Paper number
297
Publication date
September 27, 2024
Affiliation
Audio Technology Program, American University, Washington, DC, USA ; Audio Technology Program, American University (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Express Paper