Audio, Video
Auditorium AV: Networked And Immersive
An overview of modern applications for presentation.0 211
Audio
Using Microphones In Theatrical Environments
A primer on key considerations for effective stage mic’ing.0 307
Audio, Video
The Journey Toward A Distraction-Free Open Office
Expect to hear a lot more about biophilia in the coming years.0 457
Audio, House Of Worship, Installations
Visual Wonder, Audio Challenge
Church of the Presentation’s expansion is a great success, despite acoustical obstacles.0 809
Audio, Digital Signage
High Flyin’
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport undergoes extensive upgrades.0 1223
Audio, IT/AV
An Introduction To Milan
The new AV network protocol for the industry, by the industry.0 2315
Audio
The Next Two Years Under The New Wireless Spectrum
Looking at potential effects on wireless microphones and communications devices. 0 2223
Audio
A Word In Your Ear
Although I already have something along the lines of 200 technical audio and acoustics books, I am always on the … 0 1232
Audio
Playing Zone
The reality is that, to compete in the hospitality space, integrators have to “play zone.” 0 1533
Audio
Auctioned-Off 600MHz Spectrum Already Being Occupied
As a result of the FCC's incentive auction in April 2017, wireless microphone systems that operate in the auctioned spectrum (617MHz to 652MHz and 663MHz to 698MHz) must cease operation in the auctioned-off spectrum.0 1188
Audio
Louder Isn’t Necessarily Better
The needs of hard-of-hearing people are complex and multifaceted.0 1692
Audio
Considerations For Critical Wireless Communications
Technologies, applications and the RF landscape are all evolving.0 695
Audio, Business
Voice Control Capabilities Enter The Workplace
Once-fantastical dreams are coming closer and closer to reality.0 1494
Audio
Under Cover
There’s more to obtaining even loudspeaker coverage than meets the eye. Part 10 1745
Audio
Occupational Hazards
The effect that audiences and people can have on sound system performance. Part 20 1746
Audio
No Time For Complacency
Reserved channel for wireless microphones is pending before the FCC.0 958
Audio
The Evolution Of Sound Masking
From a “necessary evil” to a critical, but challenging, solution.0 2244
Audio
Occupational Hazards
Exploring the effects audiences can have on sound-system performance. Part 10 2615
Audio
‘Invisible’ No Longer
Staying current on assistive-listening legislation and hearing-loop installation standards.0 1476
Audio
Train Crash: Has Audio Training Come Off The Rails?
Education is the art of drawing out information, not ramming it in!0 2113
Audio
Latency In Sound System Design
Keeping latency to a minimum can help you avoid common pitfalls.0 1329
Audio
Sounds Bad? Sounds Good? Who Knows The Difference Anymore?
Sound has been trivialized for convenience. That is a Disaster, with a capital “D,” for our industry.0 2329
Audio
Objective Analysis: Determining The Causes Of A Sound System’s Poor Performance
During my work, I am often asked to look at systems and advise why they are not performing as well … 0 737
Audio
Battle Of The (Frequency) Bands
The recently concluded auction will have a profound effect on wireless users.0 1697
Audio
Signal-To-Noise Ratio: When It Really Counts
AV9000 Checklist Item Under Test: 6.2.7: The electrical noise levels for all audio channels are “xx”dB (“55dB” recommended for most … 0 2244
Audio
Reverberation Time: Where’s The Point? – Part 4
<a href="https://www.soundandcommunications.com/accurate-audio-acoustic-measurements/">Part 1</a><br/><a href="https://www.soundandcommunications.com/accuracy-wheres-point-part-2/">Part 2</a><br/><a href="https://www.soundandcommunications.com/sound-decay-wheres-point-part-3/">Part 3</a>0 1675
Audio
Bluetooth For Commercial AV
Fulfilling growing demand for the de facto consumer audio connectivity solution.0 2930
Audio
InfoComm’s First Audio Standard Gets A Facelift
Any day now (if it hasn’t already happened by the time you read this), InfoComm will be releasing a new … 0 2396Audio, House Of Worship
Assistive Listening For Houses Of Worship
WiFi audio, loops, RF and IR are options.0 3638
Audio
Sound Decay: Where’s The Point? – Part 3
“Sound decay” sounds like a disease that decrepit concert halls might suffer from, but that’s not what I mean. The … 0 2936
Audio
Software Problems: A Glitch In The Matrix?
Troubleshooting decentralized, open-architecture DSP mixers.0 1679
Audio
Induction Loop Technology: Gotcha!
You're not going to get away with brute forcing this technology.0 2697
Audio
Accuracy: Where’s The Point? – Part 2
Last month, I discussed the differences between accuracy, precision and resolution when making some voltage/frequency measurements. In audio, however, we … 0 1737
Audio
Cutting Through The Noise
The architectural trend toward open offices provides a unique opportunity for integrators.0 1732
Audio, Video
HDBaseT 101 – Part 1
Nearly 40% of integrators are already deploying or working with HDBaseT technology, and that number is expected to grow.0 4568
Audio
STIPA & Intelligibility
The ‘Do you understand the words that are coming out of my mouth?!’ test. 0 2382
Audio
Wireless Mics & The FCC Incentive Auction
Important facts on the FCC Incentive Auction for AV integrators.0 3634
Audio
Chesapeake Energy Arena Measurements & Analysis
Marsh/PMK International was initially engaged to study the existing acoustical conditions and sound system performance at Chesapeake Energy Arena as … 0 1772
Audio
Energy Masking: Reducing Distraction & Achieving Privacy
Improving methods for reducing distraction and achieving privacy.0 1998Audio
Lobbies Getting Louder
Hotel lobbies have become hipster hangouts and alternative music venues. Properties like the Ace Hotel locations in New York, Pittsburgh, … 0 1888
Audio
A Question Of Balance: Good Acoustics Need A Balanced Approach
Part of my job is to review the work of others or proposals from contractors and installers. This can be … 0 2185Audio, AV Police Squad
Setting Mic Levels To Combat The ‘Yelling Crawler’
I had the privilege of watching an IT guy setting microphone levels the other day. It was a difficult room … 0 2928
Audio
Sound: It’s Not Just About Listening
All day, every day, and all night, every night, we are surrounded by and exposed to sound. Unlike our sense … 0 2151
Audio
The Role Of Audio In Themed Entertainment
Many of you know that famous George Lucas quote that “Sound is 50% of the movie-going experience.” For those of … 0 2177
Audio
Good Reference Materials For Acoustics & Audio System Design Are Key
Over the years, I have collected a technical library of around 200 books about audio and acoustics, and it’s my … 0 3467
Audio
For The Love Of Mic…Put That Subwoofer Somewhere Else!
Using prediction software can put subwoofers where they should be. Subwoofers are the red-headed stepchildren of audio integration. They’re always … 0 3457
Audio
Subs Are Key To Church Audio Installation
A challenging installation took place recently at the 800-seat Dan River Church in Danville VA, where a subwoofer solution resulted … 0 2289
Audio, Industry Pioneers
Industry Pioneers #3: Dr. Harvey Fletcher And The Rise Of Applied Physics
This article was originally published in the October 2000 issue of Sound & Communications. By the end of the 19th Century, … 0 2260
Audio
Same Name, Different Purpose: The Apples And Oranges Of Audio Mixers
“You’re selling me a digital mixer for my conference room that is several times more expensive than the one I … 0 3074
Audio
Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) Explained
One of the key features on DSP units is Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC). This feature is not usually found in … 0 6734
Audio
Silence Of The Cams
Whereas I often wear a set of noise-canceling headphones on a plane, I have always wondered how effective they are. … 0 1787
Audio
RS232 Overload
Checklist Item Under Test: 3.4.17: The port and processor are of an adequate size and buffer given their intended function. … 0 1807
Audio
Acoustic Design: Beautiful, Effective & Invisible
Dramatic leaps in acoustic design and technology have enabled acousticians to provide clients with a myriad of options for tuning … 0 3678
Audio, AV Police Squad
Audio: It always depends.
I always teach my colleagues, my students…heck, even my 2 and 5 year olds, that you should set the microphone … 0 2663
Audio
What Were You Doing In The 1950s?
I’m going to take a journey off the usual beaten path this time. There won’t be any discussions about wireless, … 0 2496
Audio
The Figure-Eight Feedback: Why ceiling mics and mix-minus shouldn’t mix.
Checklist Item Under Test: 6.31: Confirm that the speech reinforcement system is stable (no feedback) for the entire talker and … 0 3817
Audio
Sex & Audio: A Clear Case Of Discrimination!
Various studies have been carried out over the years that show clear differences between how males and females listen and … 0 3309
Audio
Hearing Loops: Assistive Listening Systems That Are Actually Used
After years of neglect, the federal government recognized the special auditory needs of the hard of hearing in the Americans … 0 2775
Audio
Gymnatorium Absorption: The Sweet Spot
Although acoustic absorption is not usually the focal point of an install, it should not be discounted. You may not … 0 2557Audio
Aid Memoire! A Follow up to ‘Loop Gain’
It would seem that my September and October 2015 discussions have sparked more interest than almost any other I have … 0 1757
Audio
Condenser/Dynamic Mics
“When I look at the proposal for this system, I see there are multiple mic options available. Some of it … 0 2178
Audio
Trust: Building it is Hard and Keeping it is Harder
Checklist Item Under Test: Report Signature: “I hereby certify that, in accordance with specification in product, practice and performance, this … 0 1903Audio
Sound Advice: On The Level Part 2: Peak Demand
Last month, I discussed the various sound level meter frequency weightings and integration times, and how these can affect the … 0 1834
Audio
Achieving An Effective Sound Masking Curve
Recent design trends make today’s facilities ever more dependent on sound masking for speech privacy and noise control. Because a … 0 4439
Audio, Industry Pioneers
Industry Pioneers #2: Bell, Edison And The Dawn of Telephony
This article was originally published in the June 2000 issue of Sound & Communications. It should come as no surprise that … 0 2117Audio
The A, B, C To Z Of Sound Level Measurement
The other day, I was discussing signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) with a colleague and bemoaning the fact that many research papers/articles … 0 4292
Audio, House Of Worship, IT/AV, Video
Producing Mega Experiences With Scott Mirkin
Forty large LED screens brought Pope Francis closer to audiences in Philadelphia. Although event producers have successfully used digital media … 0 3152
Audio, Installations
Bojangles’ Coliseum Stays Competitive With New Audio
If you like to root for the underdog, then Bojangles’ Coliseum warrants your attention. The 9600-seat venue sits in a … 0 2607
Audio, House Of Worship
Cathedral Basilica Of Saints Peter And Paul Audio
In mid-August, I received a call from Fr. Gerald Gill, the rector of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and … 0 2645
Audio
Validation: Caring About The Process Is Key
My manager at a hi-fi store years ago told me the secret to selling anything. First, recognize that the customer … 0 1684Audio
Loop Gain—x2 It’s all about listening!
Last month’s piece about hearing aids and assistive listening devices seems to have struck a chord with many readers and, … 0 1675
Audio, Business, Video
Coaxial Cable Is Still A Player
Ring out the old, ring in the…old? Last June at InfoComm, my industry colleague Malissa Dillman of Kramer Electronics taught … 0 5344Audio