SoundBoard Setup

What controls the amount of a signal that is allowed into a soundboard? Think of a gate that blocks signal from coming in.

• Gain

• Tone

• Balance

• Frequency

Faders are used for what purpose in a sound system?

• To adjust the volume

• To change the track

• To power the system

• To add effects

The function of a master fader is to:

• control the overall volume of a mix

• adjust the bass levels

• add effects to individual tracks

• balance the stereo channels

What does EQ allow you to change in a sound system?

• Volume

• Bass, Mids, Highs

• Balance

• Input

What is the primary function of a soundboard?

• To play music directly to the audience.

• To take audio like music, instruments, and microphones, adjust volumes, EQs, and send them to speakers.

• To record audio from the environment.

• To convert audio into digital signals.

I have a 10-channel board. How many inputs do I have?

• 5

• 4

• 10

• 8

What type of cable has three pins and is used for microphones and speakers?

• RCA

• XLR

• Speakcon

Which cable is older and not used as much, but is used for speakers?

• XLR

• Speakcon

• RCA

Fill in the blank: Some speakers use the ______ cable.

• Speakcon

• HDMI

• USB

• Ethernet

What is the 1/4" Phono Cable used for?

• Headphones

• Guitars, speakers, and microphones

• Computers

• Televisions