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Great Live Sound: A practical guide for every sound tech

by Bj Benediktsson

A hands-on guide to live sound

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A hands-on guide to live sound

Bj Benediktsson’s guide organizes the practical work of running live sound, from understanding a mixing console and using EQ to preparing for soundchecks and addressing feedback. It also covers microphone placement for voices, instruments, and presenters, along with in-ear monitoring, live-streamed events, and troubleshooting in difficult acoustic spaces. More than 80 illustrations, an audio glossary, and a companion mobile app extend the book’s reference material beyond its main text. The range of topics connects foundational equipment knowledge with the setup and problem-solving tasks encountered at performances and events.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • First-time sound technicians and musicians learning live audio basics
  • Small venue operators, theater technicians, and students seeking a practical reference
  • Teachers and audio learners interested in illustrated explanations and a glossary

Themes

Live sound mixingAudio equipment and EQSoundcheck and troubleshootingMicrophone placementLive performance and streaming

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Book overview

Great Live Sound is the practical starting point for anyone operating a live sound system - from first-time sound techs and musicians to small venue operators, theater techs, students, and teachers. No engineering degree required.

What you'll learn:
  • How a mixing console works - and what every knob and fader does
  • EQ fundamentals that make any mix sound professional
  • How to set up for a successful soundcheck every time
  • How to eliminate feedback and handle common live sound problems
  • Microphone placement for vocals, instruments, and presenters
  • How to mix in-ear monitors and live streamed events
  • Troubleshooting tips for challenging acoustic environments
Also includes: 80+ illustrations, a full audio glossary, and the free Great Live Sound mobile app for iOS and Android - your on-the-go reference at rehearsals, events, and gigs.

Used as a training text in audio programs around the world, this Amazon best seller is regularly ranked in the top 10 for Sound Engineering and Music Education.

If you want to stop guessing and start delivering great sound, this is where you start.
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