About this Event
Are you interested in live sound, amplification or running DIY events?
This workshop will cover the basics of live sound engineering:
- Introduction to gear (cables, mics, amplifiers)
- Introduction to analogue mixing desk
- Setting up a PA
- Equipment care and maintenance
- Hacks to get you through DIY situations
This workshop is really tailored to people with little to no experience, looking for an opportunity to learn the basics in a welcoming + low pressure environment! Bring a notepad for note-taking, but we will also provide any writing materials in case.
The workshop will be 2.5 hours long, with a 15 minute break in the middle.Hot and cold drinks are available to buy at Gut Level.
HEADS UP:
Gut Level does not have car or cycle parking, but there is city parking a walkable distance away, and cycle parking at the Crucible. Disabled parking can be found near the Crucible, and Gut Level has step-free access. Please factor this into your travel time so that the workshop can start on time.
TRAVEL BURSARY:
If you need to get a taxi or bus to attend, but cannot afford to pay for this, we can cover any local travel. Please email us at [email protected] and let us know if you’d like some support.
Manon McCoy (she/her):
Manon is a live-sound engineer and musician based in the North. She has been working as a freelance sound engineer for the past 4 years across a range of venues and events in Sheffield and Manchester. With experience in theatre, live music and corporate/multi-media events, she is really passionate about flexible approaches to live sound. Originally self taught on the DIY scene, this is where she most enjoys working. She is particularly passionate live-sound becoming more accessible, through skill shares, and workshops opening the space for women and marginalised genders in a particularly male dominated job!
https://www.manonmccoymusic.com/home
https://www.instagram.com/manonmccoyy
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Gut Level, 32-34 Chapel Walk, Sheffield City Centre, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
