AVTS 2374 - Audio for Live Entertainment Technology

3 Credits (2 hrs. lec., 2 hrs. lab.) Basic principles of live sound reinforcement. Emphasis on signal flow, acoustic, sound reinforcement set-ups and installation, signal processing, microphone selections and placement. Includes setting up sound systems and mixing live music. Topics include microphones, control consoles, reproduction techniques, amplification, distribution, loudspeaker systems, frequency response, decibels, and dynamic range. Prerequisite: AVTS 1371 with a minimum grade of C OR Departmental approval.