Introduction to Live Sound & Event Audio
https://greybrucemakers.ca/event-6718778
DATE: Wednesday July 22nd, 2026
TIME: 6-9pm
COST: $65 plus HST
Ever wondered what happens behind the mixing console at presentations, conferences, concerts, festivals, and live events?
This hands-on introduction to live sound will teach you the practical skills needed to set up, operate, and troubleshoot a professional audio system. Instead of spending hours watching online tutorials, you'll work directly with real equipment in a live venue environment, learning the fundamentals of sound reinforcement through guided, hands-on experience.
Whether you're organizing community events, managing a band, producing conferences, hosting performances, or simply interested in audio technology, this course will give you the confidence to understand and operate a live sound system.
Hands-On Learning Topics Include:
Setting up a live sound system
- Types of microphones and polar patterns
- Signal flow and audio routing
- Tuning monitors to reduce and prevent feedback
- Audio processors and how they work
- Compressors, equalizers, and dynamics control
- Audio effects and their practical applications
- Basic troubleshooting techniques
- Best practices for live event audio
Participants will work directly with professional sound equipment in the Sydenham Campus Auditorium, gaining real-world experience in a supportive learning environment.
Who Should Attend?
- Musicians and performers
- Event organizers and festival volunteers
- Conference and meeting planners
- Community organizations and non-profits
- Anyone interested in audio production
What to Bring
No previous experience required.
No Grey Bruce Makers membership required.
Learn the tools, techniques, and confidence needed to make your next event sound great.
About Your Instructor
Isaac Kingshott is an accomplished live and studio sound engineer, producer, and audio technician from Owen Sound. A graduate of Fanshawe College's Audio Production and Engineering program, Isaac has worked with artists and industry professionals including The Stampeders, The Gordon Lightfoot Band, and former Sony Music Senior Vice President Mike Roth. His teaching style is hands-on, practical, and focused on helping participants build confidence through real-world experience.
