ABSTRACT
Audio systems and their design tend to be one of several technical areas of specialization within the events industry that event managers prefer to leave to the experts, often relying on the event producer to oversee the
the optimum system can be designed for a specific event, and the best return on investment made. This chapter will therefore explore the following key topics:
■ Basic acoustic theory and how it is applied to the event space. ■ Uses of an audio system. ■ Main audio system groups, their components, and their basic theory of
operation. ■ Signal path and equipment locations within the event space. ■ The pre-event sound check and system operation during the event. ■ Risk and safety.
