AES Los Angeles 2016
Live Sound Expo Session Details
Thursday, September 29, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (LSE Stage)
LSE1 - AES67: ‘Audio Networking Today & Tomorrow
Presenters:TJ Adams, QSC Audio Products, LLC. - Boulder, CO, USA
Jeff Berryman, Bosch Communications - Ithaca, NY, USA
Patrick Killianey, Yamaha Professional Audio - Buena Park, CA, USA
Morten Lave, Morten Lave - Toronto, ON, Canada
Ethan Wetzell, Bosch Communications Systems - Burnsville, MN USA; OCA Alliance
Abstract:
A discussion of current and future audio networking for live sound. The average sound guy wants to know what all the fuss is about Dante, AES67 and AVB for next week’s gig or next year’s installation.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Thursday, September 29, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE2 - Flexible Foo: Digital System Drive
Presenter:Philip Reynolds, System Tech, Foo Fighters - Gilbert, AZ, USA
Abstract:
Digital drive signal flow from FOH is today’s professional tour standard for sheds, arenas, and stadiums and the holy grail of system engineers. This session looks at one solution to keep the mix in the digital domain all the way to the amplifiers, avoiding DA/AD conversions and signal degradation.
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Thursday, September 29, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE3 - Mono, Stereo or LCR in HOW, Theater, and PACs
Presenters:Dan Palmer, L-Acoustics Inc. - Oxnard, CA USA
Brandon W. Cudequest, Consultant
Abstract:
Learn the advantages and dilemmas of choosing a one, two or three channel sound reinforcement system for House of Worship, theater or multi-use performing arts center. What are the trade-offs: is stereo good enough, is a center channel worth the added expense and what are the pitfalls of LCR.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Thursday, September 29, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE4 - Miking the Symphony: Variations on a Theme
Presenters:Shawn Murphy, Recording and Live Sound Engineer - Berkeley, CA, USA
George Relles, Relles Sound, Inc. - Eugene, OR, USA
Abstract:
Symphony sound reinforcement has grown from modified Decca trees with outriggers and spot mics borrowed from recording to individually miking every stand or even every musician. Approaches vary from matched pencil condensers to various types of mics for each orchestra section with interesting similarities and differences from one engineer to another, depending, of course on available inventory.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Thursday, September 29, 3:00 pm — 3:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE5 - Live Mixing Academy - Console Layout & Workflow
Presenter:Robert Scovill, Avid Technologies - Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Eldon's Boy Productions Inc.
Abstract:
Taking a band from concept to rehearsal stage, starting with a roster of musicians, building an input list, laying it out not only for for easy operation, but to fit into festivals and fly-in situations. Building mute groups and VCAs, starting an automation scene list from a song list. Preparing for Virtual Soundcheck.
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Thursday, September 29, 4:00 pm — 4:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE6 - Point Source Optimization: 8 Things to Get Right
Presenter:David Croxton
Abstract:
Eight Things to Get Right with Point Source Systems: Height, Splay, Coupling, Fills, Delays, Amplification, Equalization and Rigging.
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Friday, September 30, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (LSE Stage)
LSE7 - Live Mixing Academy - Monitor Mixing Apps
Presenters:Chris Brouelette, QSC
Kevin Kimmel, Yamaha Commercial Audio - Buena Park, CA, USA
Abstract:
Remote control allows a dual-function console to be operated by two or more users to make adjustments from meaningful locations, in the house or on stage, replacing personal mixers or a second console.
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Friday, September 30, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE8 - The Grand Mother: Miking the Piano
Presenters:Ken Newman, Newman Audio, Inc. - Canyon Country, CA, USA
Jeramiah Slovarp
Abstract:
The grand piano is the Mother of Musical Creation, every singer’s lover and the heart of most genres, yet it’s often replaced by synthesizers due to its inconvenient size and a propensity to resonate with adjacent sounds.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Friday, September 30, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE9 - Live Mixing Academy - Rock Automation
Presenter:Robert Scovill, Avid Technologies - Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Eldon's Boy Productions Inc.
Abstract:
Snapshots automate consoles, with a scene for each song in a set list. Each channel’s recall ‘scope’ determines what parameters remain untouched. Including only mutes or just faders creates an analog workflow, while automating each tune’s ‘starting point.’ Scenes can be examined ‘blind’ and parameters in multiple scenes can be adjusted at once. Effects and plugins update song by song and recall extends to VCA and Group assignments, allowing creative use of routing and flexible VCA mix control.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Friday, September 30, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE10 - Shelf the Lows: Time to Kill the Subs?
Presenter:Howard Page, Clair Global - Lititz, PA, USA
Abstract:
Subwoofers in sound reinforcement overpower the main mix to the point of distraction at many large-scale live concert events in recent history. A leading industry expert examines the role and of subwoofers and a means of taming them.
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Friday, September 30, 3:00 pm — 3:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE11 - Shed & Arena Optimization: Sides & Subs
Presenters:Philip Reynolds, System Tech, Foo Fighters - Gilbert, AZ, USA
Scott Sugden, L-Acoustics - Oxnard, CA, USA
Abstract:
Today’s touring speakers sound amazing, but two problems must be conquered in typical shed and arena venues: the interaction of the mains and the side arrays and the management of low end supplemented with subwoofers driven from an auxiliary send. This session examines solutions for large venue applications.
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Friday, September 30, 4:00 pm — 4:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE12 - Entertainment RF: Moving Target
Presenters:Mark Brunner, Shure Incorporated - Niles, IL USA
Joe Ciaudelli, Sennheiser - Old Lyme, CT USA
James Stoffo, Radio Active Designs - Key West, FL, USA
Karl Winkler, Lectrosonics - Rio Rancho, NM, USA
Abstract:
It’s deja vu all over again. UHF TV spectrum shared by entertainment wireless as secondary users is in the process of being reduced for the second time in as many decades through voluntary auctions that will reduce UHF spectrum by over 100 MHz, rendering equipment operating in the 600 MHz bands (and below) obsolete in a few years. Our experts examine what to expect and when to expect it.
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Saturday, October 1, 11:00 am — 11:45 am (LSE Stage)
LSE13 - Worship Production: Division of Labor
Presenter:Mark Rush, Yamaha Pro Audio - Buena Park, CA, USA
Abstract:
The spheres of skills in a Worship Tech Team establishes the Audio Division of Labor and determines the scope of each member’s role in audio production. This ability-based method of appropriate roles for audio tech teammates builds skills and confidence. Covers mute groups, VCAs, and apps.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Saturday, October 1, 12:00 pm — 12:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE14 - Safe Sound & IEM Fundamentals
Presenters:Mark Frink, Program Coordinator/Stage Manager - Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Independent Engineer and Tech Writer - IATSE 115
Michael Santucci, Sensaphonics - Chicago, IL USA
Abstract:
In-ear monitors provide many benefits, but there’s no guarantee they can save performers’ hearing. This discussion examines the physiology of hearing and fundamentals of in-ear monitoring that can help with hearing conservation.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Saturday, October 1, 1:00 pm — 1:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE15 - Easy Live Recording for Virtual Soundcheck
Presenters:Jon Graves, QSC - Costa Mesa, CA, USA
Leland Green, Yamaha Commercial Audio - Long Beach, CA, USA
Robert Scovill, Avid Technologies - Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Eldon's Boy Productions Inc.
Abstract:
Multi-track recording live shows has never been easier or more affordable Modern live consoles easily record individual channels of live shows with a single cable and then play them back through the console the next day.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Saturday, October 1, 2:00 pm — 2:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE16 - Choosing the Right Vocal Mic
Presenters:Pete Keppler, Self - New York, NY, USA
Ken Newman, Newman Audio, Inc. - Canyon Country, CA, USA
Howard Page, Clair Global - Lititz, PA, USA
Abstract:
Selecting the best microphone for a vocalist involves gauging the singer, the environment and the material, matching a model to a stage, a voice and a musical genre, as well as tips for working with vocalists.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.
Saturday, October 1, 3:00 pm — 3:45 pm (LSE Stage)
LSE17 - On the Road with Murphy: Who's Laughing Now
Presenters:Mark Frink, Program Coordinator/Stage Manager - Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Independent Engineer and Tech Writer - IATSE 115
Ken Newman, Newman Audio, Inc. - Canyon Country, CA, USA
Howard Page, Clair Global - Lititz, PA, USA
Abstract:
Stories of Humor and Irony from Touring with Mr. Murphy: How Tony Bennett's monitors got flown and other true stories of ‘gettin’ ‘er done’ on the road when the show must go on.
AES Members can watch a video of this session for free.