AES Los Angeles 2014
Live Sound Expo Session Details
Friday, October 10, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Stage LSE)
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, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (Stage LSE)
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)
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, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (Stage LSE)
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, 3:00 pm — 3:45 pm (Stage LSE)
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)
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.
Saturday, October 11, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Stage LSE)
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, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (Stage LSE)
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, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (Stage LSE)
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)
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)
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)
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.
Sunday, October 12, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (Stage LSE)
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, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (Stage LSE)
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)
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)
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.
