AES Los Angeles 2014
Live Sound Track Event Details
Thursday, October 9, 9:00 am — 10:00 am (Room 404 AB)
Networked Audio: N1 - A Primer on Fundamental Concepts of Media Networking
Presenter:Landon Gentry, Audinate - Portland, OR, USA; Sydney, NSW, Australia
Abstract:
This session will cover the OSI model and how data travels through network layers (a “networking stack”): Layers 1, 2, 3 and 4; Cables, MAC Addresses, IP Addresses, and networking protocols. An overview of some networking standards and standards organizations, including the IEEE and the IETF. An introduction to IP data networking . . . it is how everything is already wired together. Identify some of the advantages and limitations of IP data networks with respect to real-time media. A brief discussion of IP networking standards and protocols that can be leveraged for media networking.
Thursday, October 9, 9:00 am — 11:00 am (Room 402 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS1 - Theater Sound Design in Los Angeles
Panelists:John Ballinger, Independent Sound Designer and Composer - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Cory Carrillo, Resident Sound Designer for The Laguna Playhouse
Martin Carrillo, Independent Sound Designer
Vincent Olivieri, University of California, Irvine - Irvine, CA, USA
Veronika Vorel, Freelance - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Cricket Myers
Abstract:
Los Angeles has a vibrant theater community with hundreds of high quality productions each year. The sound design for many of these productions are created by LA sound designers who also often work nationally and internationally. This session will highlight some of these designers, their designs, and what makes the Los Angeles theater sound design work unique. The designers participating in this session will talk about their techniques for creating, producing and executing their designs.
Thursday, October 9, 9:00 am — 11:00 am (Room 408 B)
Tutorial: T3 - An Overview of Audio System Grounding and Signal Interfacing—A Master Class
Presenter:Bill Whitlock, Whitlock Consulting - Oxnard, CA, USA
Abstract:
Equipment makers like to pretend noise problems don't exist, but this tutorial replaces myth and hype with insight and knowledge, revealing their true causes. Unbalanced interfaces are exquisitely vulnerable to noise due to an intrinsic problem. Although balanced interfaces are theoretically noise-free, they're widely misunderstood by equipment designers, resulting in equipment with inadequate noise rejection in real-world systems. Another widespread design error gives some equipment a built-in noise problem. Simple, no-test-equipment troubleshooting methods can not only identify this equipment but pinpoint the exact location and cause of hum and buzz. Signal-path ground isolators are generally the best solution. Optimum interfaces between unbalanced and balanced connections, RF interference, and power-line treatments are also discussed as well as why some widely-used "cures" are both illegal and deadly.
Thursday, October 9, 11:00 am — 1:00 pm (Room 407)
Standard: AESSC: Measurement of Sound Systems in Rooms
Abstract:
Standards Committee Meeting on Measurement of Sound Systems in Rooms
Thursday, October 9, 11:00 am — 1:00 pm (Off-Site 2)
Technical Tour: TT3 - Staples Center
Abstract:
Staples Center is a 20,000 seat multi-purpose sports and entertainment complex in downtown Los Angeles, which hosts over 250 events a year, ranging from the LA Lakers, Clippers, Sparks basketball, and Los Angeles Kings hockey games to live concerts and televised special events such as the Grammy Awards. The Staples Center features one of the largest installations of JBL’s digitally-networked, powered VerTec loudspeakers that provides an immersive live sound experience for their four million guests each year. This is a rare glimpse behind the scenes of large venue live sound that will feature a presentation of the sound design for the venue, tour of the sound control room and production facilities along with a sound system listening test.
Tour is limited to 25 persons
Thursday, October 9, 11:30 am — 12:30 pm (Room 408 B)
Tutorial: T7 - All About: The Decibel
Presenter:Alex Case, University of Massachusetts Lowell - Lowell, MA, USA
Abstract:
The decibel is defined by an equation. “Yuck!” some might say. However that equation is rich with meaning and need not be a source of confusion. Total mastery of the decibel makes interfaces far more informative, specs sheets so much clearer, and every session easier.
Thursday, October 9, 2:00 pm — 3:00 pm (Room 405)
TC Meeting: Acoustics and Sound Reinforcement
Abstract:
Technical Committee Meeting on Acoustics and Sound Reinforcement
Thursday, October 9, 4:30 pm — 6:30 pm (Room 402 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS2 - The Creative Technologist: Career Paths of the Audio Professional
Chair:Paul Freudenberg, Rat Sound Systems, Inc. - Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
Panelists:
Kevin Becka, The Blackbird Academy - Nashville, TN USA
Mario Di Cola, Audio Labs Systems - Casoli (CH), Italy
Claudio Lastrucci, Powersoft S.p.a. - Scandicci (FI), Italy
Shawn Murphy, Recording and Live Sound Engineer
Dave Rat, Rat Sound Systems - Camarillo, CA, USA
Brett Valasek, ATK Audiotek - Valencia, CA, USA
Fred Vogler, Sonitus Consulting - Los Angeles, CA
Abstract:
The goal of this panel discussion is primarily to inspire those people who are thinking about or just starting a career in audio but all are welcomed to hear this panel of audio expert discuss being part of an audio community. Those on the panel will address the action and attitudes that are required to make a living in music recording, live sound production, broadcast audio or other fields. The panelist, all at the top of their respective fields, will also address the creative aspects, the science of sound; how sound is controlled and processed and how to develop and maintain professional standards and repeatability.
Thursday, October 9, 4:30 pm — 6:00 pm (Room 409 AB)
Tutorial: T10 - Speech Transmission Index (STI) Measurements in Practice
Presenter:Peter Mapp, Peter Mapp Associates - Colchester, Essex, UK
Abstract:
The Speech Transmission Index is today the most widely used international measure of potential speech intelligibility. In particular it is cited and performance requirements are incorporated in many national and international sound system and emergency sound system / voice alarm system standards and codes of practice. Few standards however state how STI performance should be measured and the equipment required to carry out such measurements. The workshop will discuss measurement techniques, data analysis, measurement equipment (including smart phone apps), equipment calibration, and the capture and logging of measurement data. The tutorial will be given by Dr. Peter Mapp, a leading authority on STI measurement and the current chairman of IEC 60268-16—the international standard relating to STI.
 | This session is presented in association with the AES Technical Committee on Acoustics and Sound Reinforcement |
Friday, October 10, 9:00 am — 10:00 am (Room 405)
TC Meeting: Network Audio Systems
Abstract:
Technical Committee Meeting on Network Audio Systems
Friday, October 10, 9:00 am — 11:00 am (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS3 - Using Plug-ins for Live Sound
Chair:Mick Olesh, Waves
Panelists:
Dave Aron, FOH with Snoop Dogg
Fabrizio Piazzini, FOH with Amy MacDonald
Ken "Pooch" Van Druten, FOH with Linkin Park - Dallas, TX USA
Abstract:
Plug-in enabled digital consoles are now standard in many live sound applications. New loudspeaker designs that are able to deliver higher fidelity than ever have raised the bar for listeners who expect album-quality sound experiences at a concert. Whether this is the artists on stage with in-ear monitors or the audience, they all expect an exceptional mix every day. Using plug-ins vs. outboard gear means lower transit costs, maintenance, and less physical space at venue or in storage. Today’s analog emulations also bring back some of the qualities lost in the purely digital age providing as much harmonic distortion and noise as you want. In this workshop expert mixers will demonstrate which plugins they use in live situations and explain how a few of the plugins help them get a better sound, more control, easier and faster set up time.
Friday, October 10, 10:00 am — 11:00 am (Room 405)
TC Meeting: Human Factors in Audio Systems
Abstract:
Technical Committee Meeting on Human Factors in Audio Systems
Friday, October 10, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Networks and IT—The Basics
Presenter:Landon Gentry, Audinate - Portland, OR, USA; Sydney, NSW, Australia
Abstract:
Live sound is increasingly embracing networking for audio distribution and system control. You don’t have to be an IT professional to set up such networks, but you do need the core knowledge covered here.
Friday, October 10, 11:00 am — 1:00 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS4 - Multicellular Loudspeakers—Not Your Father's Line Array
Chair:Jim Risgin, OSA International, Inc. - Nashville, TN, USA
Panelists:
Bernie Broderick, EAW - Las Vegas, NV, USA
Martyn "Ferrit" Rowe, OSA International - Las Vegas, NV, USA; Director Engineering Services, OSA
Abstract:
In this presentation some of the current experts in the field of deploying large line arrays for live events will discuss their techniques, successes, and challenges in deploying new state-of-the-art, digitally-steered line array systems such as Martin MLA and EAW Anya. A panel of industry experts will reveal their real-world experiences with these hi-tech loudspeakers. What are their experienced with driving the software that is required for using these systems? How do these system perform in the field, how are they different from conventional line arrays? The panel will also discuss how these platforms are evolving and what they see happening with this format in the future.
Friday, October 10, 11:15 am — 1:30 pm (Off-Site 2)
Technical Tour: TT6 - Dolby Theater
Abstract:
One of the world’s premier entertainment venues, the Dolby Theater in Hollywood is an ongoing showcase for the latest innovations in Dolby entertainment technology. Inspired by the elegance of a European opera house, the 3,400 seat theater is home to the Academy Awards and hosts entertainment year round, including theater, ballet, concerts, and numerous other award shows. This special behind the scenes tour for AES members, led by the top technical and audio staff, will visit the theater’s various levels, including the stage and wings, orchestra pit, the stage storage and lift, dressing room level, projection booth with explanation as desired of the various systems and capabilities. This tour includes a quite a bit of walking and stairs.
Friday, October 10, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Loudspeaker Set-Up and Configuration
Moderator:Mark Frink, Program Coordinator/Stage Manager/Host for LSE - Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Independent Engineer and Tech Writer - IATSE 115
Presenters:
Scott Sugden, L-Acoustics - Oxnard, CA, USA
Vic Wagner, FOH Systems Engineer, Linkin Park, Sound-Image - Escondido, CA, USA; Sound-Image - Escondido, CA, USA
Abstract:
FOH and system engineers share their strategies for successful touring system deployment in a cluster of case-studies.
Friday, October 10, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: RF Systems—Practical Considerations
Presenter:Ike Zimbel, Zimbel Audio Productions - Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Abstract:
Practical Considerations: Wireless microphones and monitors are now a standard part of live performance, though not without challenges as spectrum constraints take their toll. This RF Systems session explores frequency coordination and onsite spectrum analysis. Antenna design and placement and managing RF interference (including musician systems) are examined.
Friday, October 10, 1:45 pm — 3:00 pm (Off-Site 2)
Technical Tour: TT7 - Walt Disney Concert Hall
Abstract:
The Walt Disney Concert Hall is one of the most acoustically sophisticated concert halls in the world. Designed by architect Frank Gehry from the inside out, the hardwood-paneled main auditorium with surround seating and state-of-the art acoustics creates an intimate musical experience. Home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and host to innovative presentations year round, the stainless steel curves of its exterior have made this an internationally recognized architectural landmark. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit the audio production and recording facilities.
Friday, October 10, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Installed Audio: Sound-Centric Spaces
Moderator:Scott Sugden, L-Acoustics - Oxnard, CA, USA
Presenters:
Marcus Ross, Head of Audio – Blue Man Group
Fred Vogler, Sonitus Consulting - Los Angeles, CA
Abstract:
High performance sound systems are essential to the success of high profile performance venues. World-class system designers detail application specific component selection, installation and control
Friday, October 10, 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS5 - RF Spectrum Update: How Much Loss and When?
Chair:Karl Winkler, Lectrosonics - Rio Rancho, NM, USA
Panelists:
Mark Brunner, Shure Incorporated - Niles, IL USA
Joe Ciaudelli, Sennheiser - Old Lyme, CT USA
James Stoffo, Radio Active Designs - Key West, FL, USA
Abstract:
Recent rulings by the FCC on RF spectrum as applies to wireless microphones will have a profound effect on our industry in the years to come. Added to the loss of the 700 MHz band just a few short years ago, now the 600 MHz band is about to be auctioned. Due to this pending loss of spectrum and the resulting crowding in the remaining UHF bands, the panel will discuss strategies for success going forward, along with the potential for new frequency bands to become available for wireless mic use on a shared basis. An additional topic will be the expanded license eligibility for sound companies and venues that routinely use 50 or more wireless mic channels (including IEMs and intercoms).
Friday, October 10, 3:00 pm — 3:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Mixing Primer
Presenter:Chap Cooper, Sound Engineer, Educator - Long Beach, CA, USA; Chapman Cooper & Associates - Long Beach, CA, USA
Abstract:
Aimed at the club, live event, and House of Worship mixer, this session offers a practical, systematic approach to building a mix for smaller venues, including tips for controlling feedback and excessive stage volumes.
Friday, October 10, 4:00 pm — 4:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: The Art of the Sound Check
Moderator:Mark Frink, Program Coordinator/Stage Manager/Host for LSE - Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Independent Engineer and Tech Writer - IATSE 115
Presenters:
Thomas Pesa, PESA Sound Resource - La Crescenta, CA, USA
Ken "Pooch" Van Druten, FOH with Linkin Park - Dallas, TX USA
Abstract:
Even the first song can sound good with pre-show planning and an organized approach to the oft rushed sound check.
Friday, October 10, 4:30 pm — 6:30 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS6 - Understanding the Mystery of Mixing for In-Ear Monitors
Chair:Mike Pirich, VER
Panelists:
Beau Alexander, Monitor engineer for Green Day, Tool - Nashville, TN, USA
Michael Parker, Parker Audio Inc. - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Michael Santucci, Sensaphonics - Chciago, IL USA
Abstract:
This seminar is geared toward the music engineer who wants to make the transition to mixing with in-ear monitors. Although in-ear monitors seem ubiquitous on television and stage, many sound engineers still rely on the stage monitor due to the cost of in-ears or the lack of experience. As the cost of wireless comes down, there will be more opportunities for less experienced mixers to use in-ear monitors, but what are some of the things to look out for as you make this transition. Professional monitor mixers will discuss some of the ways a sound engineer can prepare for mixing in-ears including important hearing safety issues as well as some of the minimum equipment requirements.
Friday, October 10, 5:30 pm — 6:30 pm (Room 409 AB)
Historical: H3 - Benjamin Bauer and the Shure Unidyne Microphone: 75 Years of Audio Legend
Presenter:Michael Pettersen, Shure Incorporated - Niles, IL, USA
Abstract:
2014 marks the 75th anniversary of the Shure model 55 Unidyne Microphone and the Uniphase acoustical network. This historical presentation provides an overview of the life and career of Benjamin Bauer who developed the Uniphase network. Bauer (born Baumzweiger), an immigrant from Ukraine, developed the network at age 24 and it earned him the first of over 100 patents in audio technology. After a twenty year career at Shure Incorporated, Bauer headed audio research for twenty years at CBS Laboratories. Included in the presentation are photos and details of the first Unidyne mic elements constructed by Bauer. These prototypes were uncovered December 2013 in the Shure Archived and have not been seen since the early 1940s. Also included are historical photos of Unidyne microphones from the past 75 years.
Friday, October 10, 7:00 pm — 8:00 pm (Room 403 AB)
Special Event: Heyser Lecture
Presenter:Marty O'Donnell, Marty O'Donnell Music - Seattle, WA, USA
Abstract:
Legendary game audio director and composer, Marty O'Donnell is to present the Richard C. Heyser Memorial lecture. Marty is the famed audio director behind the award-winning Halo game series and is responsible for the biggest selling game soundtrack of all time. In his talk entitled "The Ear Doesn’t Blink: Creating Culture With Adaptive Audio," O'Donnell will draw on his unique perspective from games, film and jingle-writing to share the creative challenges of working in non-linear media such as games.
Saturday, October 11, 9:00 am — 11:00 am (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS7 - Choosing the Right Loudspeaker for the Application
Chair:Steve Bush, Meyer Sound Labs, Inc. - Berkeley, CA USA
Abstract:
A wide variety of loudspeakers are designed for use in different modern sound reinforcement applications. Examples include line arrays, point-source loudspeakers, loudspeakers with narrow coverage, wide coverage, short-throw and long-throw, and numerous other variations. The primary goal of sound system design is to evenly distribute the sound to the listening audience at the appropriate volume, but it can quickly become overwhelming to know how to best implement the tools available to effectively achieve that goal. This presentation will step participants through a general overview of common loudspeaker types and how they are implemented in different sound system design applications.
Saturday, October 11, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Sound in Space—The Basics Revisited
Presenter:Bernie Broderick, EAW - Las Vegas, NV, USA
Abstract:
Knowledge of the physics of sound—reflection, attenuation in air, the inverse square law—are as practical a part of the sound engineer’s repertoire as are signal flow and a musical ear.
Saturday, October 11, 11:00 am — 1:00 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS8 - The Cube Spatial Audio Renderer: The Nexus of Collaborative Performance and Live Sound for Multidisciplinary Research
Panelists:Mike Roan, Virginia Tech - Blacksburg, VA, USA
Tanner Upthegrove, Virginia Tech - Institute for Creativity, Arts and Technology - Blacksburg, VA, USA
Abstract:
The Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT) introduces a world-class collaborative research and performance sound instrument, The Cube Spatial Audio Renderer (CSAR). Housed in Virginia Tech’s new Moss Arts Center, CSAR layers immersive sound technologies to create a unique, multi-user experience. CSAR is specifically designed for the Cube, a five-story, hybrid theater and research lab outfitted with hundreds of patchable AV and data panels. The primary 124.4 system produces Ambisonics, Wave Field Synthesis, and other spatial audio techniques. Nine ultrasonic beam speakers complement the primary system, four of which are on motorized pan-tilt arms. Eight relocatable, high-fidelity loudspeakers complete the system.
This unique facility will provide researchers with astonishing new capabilities in the fields of science, engineering, art, and design including Sound Field Synthesis, Auralization of Big Data, Human Perception, and Psychoacoustics.
The primary aesthetic goal for the Cube is to pursue advances in multichannel music and sound art for 3D audio. The methodologies will include the composition of new works for the Cube; the development of new software to facilitate work in the Cube; dissemination of research results through technical publications, software distribution, and concerts open to the public; and finally collaborations with other institutions that are working in 3D audio.
Saturday, October 11, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Digital Consoles—What's Inside?
Moderator:Mark Frink, Program Coordinator/Stage Manager/Host for LSE - Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Independent Engineer and Tech Writer - IATSE 115
Presenters:
Antony David, Solid State Logic - Oxford, UK
Tom Der, US Brand Manager-Soundcraft, Live Sound Product Specialist-Studer - Northridge, CA, USA; North Hampton, NH, USA
Matt Larson, DiGiCo, XTA, MC2 - National Sales Manager - Farmingdale, NY, USA
Marc Lopez, Yamaha Commercial Audio Systems - Buena Park, CA, USA
Ray Tantzen, PreSonus - Baton Rouge, LA, USA
Abstract:
Inboard processing and both inboard and outboard plug-ins have largely supplanted outboard hardware in live sound at both FOH and monitors. What are the trends and emerging technologies?
Saturday, October 11, 12:15 pm — 1:15 pm (Room 402 AB)
Historical: H4 - History of Audio Measurement Technology
Presenter:John Murray, Optimum System Solutions - Woodland Park, CO, USA
Abstract:
Starting with early CRT real-time analyzers and strip-chart recorders, moving through LED RTAs to time-gated direct sound and windowing methodologies, to the full dual FFT era, including both dedicated boxes as well as software cards and programs, this presentation will track the historical development of audio measurement systems for sound reinforcement. Systems to be mentioned in the timeline will include HP, Altec, Amber, Arta, Audio Control, Audio Precision (Tektronix), Barclay Badap, B&K, Crown BDP-2 & TEF, General Radio, Goldline, Ivie, Meyer SIM, Neptune (NEI), SIA SMAART, Spectra Foo, UREI Sonipulse, UREI 200/2000 w/HP 7010B, and White Instruments.
Perspective on the practical application and technical progression of these types of measurement systems will be shared. Insight will be presented as to how the advancement of the technology fostered the expansion of knowledge for both the practitioners of system design and tuning, and for the developers of new loudspeaker/processing products. The presenter, John Murray, has made a life-long study of sound-system equalization and the tools used for it. Having experience in all sides of the sound reinforcement industry, his career has been greatly influenced by these measurement systems.
Saturday, October 11, 1:00 pm — 2:30 pm (Room 304 AB)
Special Event: The Future Is Now—Mind Controlled Interactive Music
Presenters:Scott Looney, Academy of Art University - San Francisco, CA, USA
Tim Mullen, Syntrogi Inc. - San Diego, CA, USA; UC San Diego
Richard Warp, Manhattan Producers Alliance - San Francisco, CA; Leapfrog Enterprises Inc - Emeryville, CA, USA
Abstract:
If one thing is clear from the music industry over the last 20 years, it is that consumers are seeking an ever-more immersive experiences, and in many ways bio feedback is the "final frontier," where music can be made in reaction to emotions, mood and more. Whether the feedback comes from autonomic processes (stress or arousal, as in Galvanic Skin Response) or cognitive function (EEG signals from the brain), there is no doubt that these "active input" technologies, which differ from traditional HCI inputs (such as hardware controllers) in their singular correspondence to the individual player, are here to stay. These technologies are already robust enough to be integrated into everything from single interfaces to complete systems.
Saturday, October 11, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: The Small Venue Monitor Mix
Presenter:Jason Spence, President-J Sound Services, Monitor Engineer (Keith Urban, Megadeth, CMT and CMA Awards
Abstract:
Amps on stage, wedges in front of every musician, a drummer who could fill a domed stadium with sound without amplification—what’s a sound engineer to do to keep the musicians happy without destroying the house mix? A practical approach will be presented, including the diplomacy involved in telling musicians to “turn it down” and the alternative of personal monitoring.
Saturday, October 11, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: How’d They Get That Sound?—Instrument Specific Processing
Presenters:Derek Brener, Bruno Mars FOH - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Matt Larson, DiGiCo, XTA, MC2 - National Sales Manager - Farmingdale, NY, USA
Kevin Madigan, FOH for Crosby, Stills and Nash - Venice, CA, USA
Abstract:
With digital consoles, a wealth of processing is available for even the smallest gig. Getting that big acoustic guitar sound, a tight bass attack, drums with punch—specific approaches to reach common goals will be shared, along with an audience Q&A.
Saturday, October 11, 3:00 pm — 3:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Installed Sound—Reflection Control, Fidelity and Intelligibility
Presenters:Mark Frink, Program Coordinator/Stage Manager/Host for LSE - Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Independent Engineer and Tech Writer - IATSE 115
Jay Fullmer, JBL - Northridge, CA, USA
Abstract:
With applications for both fixed installation venues and for performance venues and spaces that host touring music acts applied physics offers tools and techniques to aid in reaching the goals of higher fidelity music and greater intelligibility for the spoken word.
Saturday, October 11, 4:00 pm — 4:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Miking Fundamentals for the Stage
Presenters:J. Mark King, Production & Music Mixer – Primetime Emmy Awards, Dancing With The Stars, Grammy Nominations Concert, ACMs, CMAs - Santa Clarita, Ca, USA
Dave Mendez, Shure Incorporated - Niles, IL USA
Abstract:
A wide array of microphone types, from the common dynamic mic to the condenser and even ribbon models, can find a home in the live sound toolbox. We will take a closer look at how these microphones work, including guidelines for effective use and the applications for which they might best be suited.
Saturday, October 11, 5:00 pm — 6:30 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS9 - Sound for Live Classical Music
Panelist:Fred Vogler, Sonitus Consulting - Los Angeles, CA
Abstract:
Fred Vogler is the sound designer for the LA Philharmonic overseeing both their recordings and live reinforcement in two of the most iconic venues in Los Angeles and the world: the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. In this seminar he will discuss techniques, challenges and tricks that he practices in reinforcing the most complex of musical ensemble – the live orchestra.
Saturday, October 11, 5:30 pm — 6:30 pm (Room 409 AB)
Historical: H5 - History of Line Arrays
Presenter:Mark Ureda, Harman Professional - Northridge, CA, USA
Abstract:
A presentation on the history of line arrays from the earliest column speakers through to modern methods and configurations of fixed and portable line array implementations. The presenter, Mark Ureda, has worked for Altec-Lansing and Electro-Voice as well as JBL/Harman, and is the author of a number of AES line array papers.
Sunday, October 12, 9:00 am — 11:00 am (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS10 - Corporate Events: Complex Setup, One Chance to Get it Right, What Could Go Wrong?
Panelists:Harold Blumberg, Blumberg Sound Design - Encinitas, CA, USA
Robyn Gerry-Rose, Freelance, Local 695 - Los Angeles, CA
Mike Kahrs, Sound-Management - CA, USA
Michael (Bink) Knowles, Freelance Engineer - Oakland, CA, USA
Ken Newman, Newman Audio, Inc. - Canyon Country, CA, USA
Eric Stahlhammer, Greater Than Designs - San Diego, CA, USA
Abstract:
When you step up to audio for corporate events, you will find that the clients are more demanding, with a higher expectation that the spoken word is heard very clearly. Corporate sound can be rewarding but it can also be difficult to accomplish, since "the look" is often more important than the optimal loudspeaker placement. The routing of signals can get very complicated, with multiple loudspeaker zones and teleconferencing. Our panel will describe years of frustration and success in the trenches at corporate events.
Sunday, October 12, 9:00 am — 10:00 am (Room 408 B)
Game Audio: G13 - MIDI: Still Strong After 30 Years – New Advances with Web Browsers, Bluetooth, and More
Presenters:Athan Billias, Executive Board Member, MIDI Manufacturers Association; Director of Strategic Product Planning, Yamaha
Pete Brown, DX Engineering Engagement and Evangelism, Creative Media Apps, Microsoft
Pat Scandalis, CTO & Acting CEO, moForte.com
Torrey Walker, Core Audio Software Engineering Team, Apple - Cupertino, CA USA
Abstract:
Mobile platforms from Google, Apple, and Microsoft are starting to catch up to desktop/console platforms when it comes to audio capabilities. This session will provide an overview of new Audio/MIDI capabilities in the Chrome web browser, Chrome OS, Android OS, and Windows RT OS, plus a progress report on the "MIDI over Bluetooth" standard involving the major OS developers and MIDI hardware/software makers.
Sunday, October 12, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Touring System Optimization
Presenters:Jason Decter, FOH for Avril, Blink182, Weezer - Hollywood, CA, USA
Robert Scovill, Avid Technologies - Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Eldon's Boy Productions Inc.
Abstract:
Case Studies. Veteran FOH pros share perspectives on prepping a large venue rig for a show.
Sunday, October 12, 11:00 am — 1:00 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS11 - Digital Console User Interface Evolution
Chair:Louis Adamo, Hi-Tech Audio - Hayward, CA, USA
Panelists:
Pat Baltzell, Baltzell Audio Design - Sherman Oaks, CA USA
Harold Blumberg, Blumberg Sound Design - Encinitas, CA, USA
David Morgan, Independent FOH Engineer - Thousand Oaks, CA USA; FOH Magazine - Las Vegas, NV USA
Abstract:
Analog mixing consoles have had roughly 40 years to evolve into a familiar physical interface that allows users to move from one brand to another with relative ease. Digital consoles, though, are still developing and experimenting with interface paradigms that make it difficult to exchange one model for another. Most engineers hope the that future will bring a more unified digital user interface. In this seminar expert sound engineers will discuss the current state of the digital mixing console user interface; what works, what doesn’t work and what might be interesting ideas to explore in the future. Users of any specific console will benefit from hearing a general overview of the best user experiences there are in the field today.
Sunday, October 12, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Loudspeakers—Small System Analysis
Presenter:Sam Berkow, SIA Acoustics - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Abstract:
System performance monitoring software and hardware provide sophisticated assistance to the human ear for sound-system set-up. These tools, their capabilities and application in small venues are explored, along with system optimization using commonly available tools.
Sunday, October 12, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Installed Audio—Modern Audio Install
Presenters:Chuck Mitchell, Technology of the Arts - Cypress, CA, USA
Matt Wilkinson, ARUP - Los Angeles, CA, USA
Abstract:
The A in A/V installations is ever increasing in flexibility and sophistication. Guest systems designers share case studies that illustrate the trends and potential of such installation with profiles of a number of houses of worship and a unique performance space/laboratory
Sunday, October 12, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (Stage LSE)
Live Sound Expo: Stump the Panel
Presenters:Dave Rat, Rat Sound Systems - Camarillo, CA, USA
Robert Scovill, Avid Technologies - Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Eldon's Boy Productions Inc.
Dave Shadoan, Sound Image
Abstract:
Live sound audio professionals gather for a lively Q&A covering the gamut of sound reinforcement topics. They’ll come equipped with entertaining tales from the trenches (names may be withheld to protect the guilty) and to take your questions.
Sunday, October 12, 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm (Room 406 AB)
Live Sound Seminar: LS12 - AC Power and Grounding
Chair:Bruce Olson, Olson Sound Design, LLC - Minneapolis, MN, USA; AFMG Services North America, LLC - Minneapolis, MN, USA
Panelists:
Kenneth Fause, Auerbach Pollock Friedlander - San Francisco, CA, USA
Jamie Fox, The Engineering Enterprise - Alameda, CA, USA; Twisted Power
Bill Whitlock, Whitlock Consulting - Oxnard, CA, USA
Abstract:
There is a lot of misinformation about what is needed for AC power for events. Much of it has to do with life-threatening advice. This panel will discuss how to provide AC power properly and safely and without causing noise problems. This session will cover power for small to large systems, from a couple boxes on sticks up to multiple stages in ballrooms, road houses, and event centers; large scale installed systems, including multiple transformers and company switches, service types, generator sets, 1ph, 3ph, 240/120 208/120. Get the latest information on grounding and typical configurations by this panel of industry veterans.
Sunday, October 12, 2:30 pm — 4:30 pm (Room 408 A)
Historical: H6 - Authentic Replication and Modeling of Vintage Audio Gear
Moderator:Dennis Fink, Crestron Electronics - Rockleigh, NJ, USA
Presenters:
Dave Berners, Universal Audio
David Derr, Empirical Labs - Parsippany, NJ, USA
Steve Jackson, Pulse Techniques - Fort Collins, CO, USA
Dan Kennedy, Great River Electronics - St. Paul, MN, USA
Abstract:
A panel of manufacturers who are engaged in manufacturing modern versions of classic audio products will each profile one or more products, describing some of the methods which they use to duplicate the classic performance of the pieces. Dennis Fink, formerly with UREI, MSD consulting to JBL and others, Universal Audio and Fink Audio, will moderate and begin with an outline of the different categories of product types. The participants will include representatives of manufacturers who do both hardware as well as software plug-ins. Each manufacturer will present products, methods and techniques, with discussion of measured and sonically-judged faithfulness and/or improvements, and then panel interaction, and questions from the audience.
