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Microphone

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Transduces acoustic energy into electrical signals; typically placed at the origin of the sound.

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Loudspeaker

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Converts electrical signals back into audible sound; typically distributed around the venue for audience coverage.

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Amplifier

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Increases the power of audio signals; placed between the mixer and speakers.

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Mixer

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Combines multiple audio inputs into a single or multiple outputs; usually positioned at the sound technician's station.

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Audio Interface

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Converts analog signals to digital for use with computers, and vice versa; positioned between the computer and other audio components.

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Cables and Connectors

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Provides electrical pathways for audio signals; connections run throughout the system between components.

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Equalizer

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Adjusts the frequency balance of audio signals; typically used during mixing stage.

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Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)

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Software for recording, editing, and producing audio; usually found in a studio or with the sound engineer.

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Compressor

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Controls the dynamic range of audio signals; generally used in mixing to even out levels.

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Power Supply

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Provides necessary electrical power; situated within or near each device requiring power.

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Effects Processor

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Adds reverbs, delays, and other effects to audio signals; placed in the signal chain usually after mixing.

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Headphones

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Provides personal monitoring for sound engineering or recording; used at mixing console or in recording booth.

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Microphone Preamplifier

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Boosts microphone signal to line level; located at the mixer or as a separate hardware unit.

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Monitor Speakers

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Allows performers to hear themselves; placed on stage directed towards performers.

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Subwoofer

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Handles low-frequency sounds; placed on the floor to better translate bass frequencies.

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Direct Injection Box (DI)

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Connects instruments like guitars directly to the mixer; placed on stage or in the studio.

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Rack

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Holds various sound equipment in a stable, organized manner; found at the sound technician's area.

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Stage Box

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Consolidates microphone/instrument inputs at the stage; connected to the mixer via multicore cable.

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Digital Signal Processor (DSP)

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Manipulates digital signals to improve sound quality; often integrated within other components like mixers or amplifiers.

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Stage Snake

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Multichannel cable to connect stage box to mixer; runs from the stage to sound technician's mixer.

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