The Ultimate Live Sound Operator's Handbook - 2nd Edition - Bill Gibson Hal Leonard Book/DVD-ROM

The second edition of The Ultimate Live Sound Operator's Handbook is updated with new text, photos, illustrations, and video examples to specifically address the important, cutting-edge concerns faced by modern soundoperators of all types. High-quality audio is increasingly imperative, whether you're running sound for a rock, country, punk, or jazz band performing in clubs, arenas, or outdoor parks. With the advent and implementation of large-budget multimedia presentations, along with high-resolution multichannel audio for movies, television, and downloads, any live act must sound great to be well received by today's increasingly savvy audience members. This revised handbook focuses on each aspect of live sound in a way that is straightforward and easy to understand, breaking theprocess down into principles and practices that assist the modern sound tech in everything from planning and budgeting to mixing and recording the live show.