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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great bookBy MaryI loved this book. On the back the publisher says; "You can slowly gather [audio knowledge] over years of live performance; or you can speed up the process with [this book]". Thats exactly right. Reading this book wont make you an audio engineer; but it will give you a great introduction to the equipment; the jargon and the theory behind live performance. I do audio for my church; and Ive learned a lot; but Ive learned mostly from trial-and-error and from my mostly amateur colleagues. I really wanted to hear a professional describe what goes into a live performance; and this book was just what I was looking for. To be honest; I was hoping it *would* make me into an audio engineer; but after reading the book; I understand the complexity of the challenge and the unrealism of my hope. Some things you just have to have an expert show you and then do yourself.The book only covers small to medium venues. Thats fine because I dont think anybody thinks they will learn how to set up a rock concert in a stadium or arena from reading a book.Even if you arent responsible for sound at a venue; I think you might enjoy this book if youre technically inclined and like live music. I think you will be amazed what goes into providing good sound even in a small venue; and when you encounter bad sound; you may be able to tell what went wrong. I suspect a lot of musicians might benefit from this book as well. I would think most musicians have picked up a lot of knowledge about what makes their particular instrument sound good; but they might not know everything about what makes the band as a whole sound good.I personally want to thank the author for sharing his experience and knowledge. Im sure hes not getting rich from the book sales; but he took the time to help and unselfishly contribute to others. This is the only book I could find that covers this material; and there could have been none if it werent for the author.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Start with this book.By Buzz RobertsA very helpful book. If youre interested in learning about running live sound; then you should start with this text.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy Lark OberPretty good book