Asoundcheck is the preparation that takes place before aconcert,speech, or similar performance to adjust thesound on the venue'ssound reinforcement orpublic address system. The performer and theaudio engineers run through a small portion of the upcoming show to ensure the venue'sfront of house andstage monitor systems are producing clear sound, are set at the proper volume, and have the correctmix andequalization (the latter step using themixing console). When applied tomicrophones exclusively, it is more commonly (and appropriately) called amic check.
Sound checks are especially important forrock music shows and other performances that rely heavily on sound reinforcement systems.
Soundchecks are usually conducted prior to audience entry to the venue. The soundcheck may start with the rhythm section, and then go on to the melody section and vocalists.[1] After technical adjustments have been completed by thesound crew, the performers leave the stage and the audience is admitted. Since theacoustics of a venue often change somewhat once it is filled with audience members, the sound engineer often has to make minor modifications to the sound system settings and levels once the audience is there.
If there is more than one artist performing, soundchecks can be more complicated.[2]
