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Published online by Cambridge University Press: 05 June 2012
Presenting music that depends on sound technology beyond microphones and amplification is not something trivial. Where acoustic musicians can perform on stage with relatively little technology beyond microphony and amplification, computer musicians and digital DJs cannot; they are highly dependent on often complex electronic setups. In this chapter I would like to present a number of frequently asked questions regarding that scary step: actually getting people to listen to your music while you tweak, perform, capture and transform or do any other musical interaction with your electronic and digital instruments. This list is compiled from the point of view of the performer as opposed to the sound engineer.
What is sound reinforcement?
Sound reinforcement is the use of amplifiers, mixers and speakers to reinforce the sound of acoustic instruments, or to diffuse the sound of electric instruments like synthesisers, samplers and turntables. In the case of electric guitars, basses and pianos, the system will usually reamplify the individual amplifiers that are normally used for those instruments.
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