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TERMS & PHRASES

Welcome to the AV Tech Knowledge base section! This resource is meticulously curated to support event production professionals, event service professionals and the occasional tech enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive collection of industry terms and technical definitions.

 

Whether you're an audiovisual technician, event manager, or production coordinator, you'll find precise explanations and insights that demystify complex concepts and enhance your understanding of the ever-evolving event production landscape.

 

Dive in to expand your knowledge and ensure your next project is executed with expertise and confidence.

Wavelength

n/a

Distance between two corresponding points of a sound wave, often measured in meters.
The length of a wave, measured from any point on a wave to the corresponding point on the next phase of the wave.

Audio

Silent Disco

n/a

Silent disco is a unique event experience where attendees wear wireless headphones to listen to music or presentations, eliminating the need for traditional loudspeakers. Multiple music channels or presentations can be transmitted simultaneously, allowing attendees to choose their preferred audio content. Silent discos are often used in situations where noise restrictions exist or to provide personalized audio experiences in a shared space.

Audio

Lapel Microphone

n/a

Lapel Microphone, also known as a lavalier microphone, is a small microphone that can be clipped to a person's clothing for hands-free use.

Audio

QSC

n/a

Series of audio and video solutions for AV setups and live performances.

Gear, Audio, Video, Brand

Impedance

n/a

The opposition that an electrical circuit offers to the flow of alternating current (AC).
The amount of opposition a device has to an audio signal. In technical terms, the combined effect of capacitance, inductance, and resistance on a signal.

Audio, Power, Electrical Current

Shure

n/a

Series of microphones and audio solutions for AV setups and live events.

Gear, Brand, Audio, Microphone, Personal Monitor System

Peak Program Meter

n/a

Meter used to indicate the peak level of an audio signal.
An audio level meter.

Audio

Front Of House Audio Engineer

n/a

Manages the main audio console and sound system to mix and balance the live sound for the audience.

Audio

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