Electronic Music and Sound Systems Quiz

What is the primary job of a microphone?

Name five different kinds of mics.

• handheld

• lavalier

• boom

• headset

• wireless

What is the purpose of the wire mesh and foamy windscreen on a microphone?

What are the Shure SM57 and SM58 renowned for?

What is the primary purpose of a mixing board?

Who is in charge of the mixer and makes a live band sound great?

What do some of the knobs on the mixer control? (Name three functions.)

• Treble/bass (equalization)

• special effects

• speakers for the band (monitors)

• mic sensitivity

• pan (left/right)

What's another name for the sliders on a mixer, and what do they do?

What is the primary purpose of an amplifier?

How are amps rated?