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Questions and Answers

In a 7.1.2 surround format, how many Overhead Channels are there?

Five

Three

Four

Two (correct)

What is gain staging?

Setting the audio signal of a track so it will increase its overall output

The proper setting of the gain of each stage of the signal path so that no one section overloads (correct)

When gain is used to filter out unwanted effects

Applying gain in a way that will increase in volume and presence

What can correct panning of a track achieve?

Sharper and more focused sound

Softer and more intimate sound

Deeper, wider, and bigger sound (correct)

Louder and more intense sound

What is the purpose of modulation in audio production?

Create a metallic robot voice Signup and view all the answers

Which inventor is associated with the invention of stereo?

Alan Blumlein Signup and view all the answers

What is the biggest question that arises when compressing the kick or the snare?

How much is enough Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended method to remove noise from a track?

Trim the length of each audio clip to just before and after the part plays Signup and view all the answers

Are all track outputs busses?

False Signup and view all the answers

What is discussed about the impact of closing eyes while mixing?

It is mentioned as a topic in the quiz Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as a sign of an amateur mix in the quiz?

Not achieving a good balance Signup and view all the answers

How should monitors be set up in relation to the listening position?

In an equilateral triangle Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended level for channel faders in relation to the sub-group or master fader?

Below Signup and view all the answers

What are the two rules for arrangements mentioned?

Limit the number of elements and keep everything in its own frequency range Signup and view all the answers

What does parallel compression involve?

Sending the signal of one track to another, adding a compressor, and bringing up the level of the new track just under the original non-compressed channel Signup and view all the answers

What does a good balance in a mix start with?

A good arrangement Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of all good music mentioned?

Having a strong groove Signup and view all the answers

How can fatter sounding guitars be achieved in a mix?

Boosting the midrange about 9dB and sweeping the frequencies Signup and view all the answers

What is it called when the output of two speakers combines to provide an imaginary speaker in between?

Phantom or center Signup and view all the answers

What can cause clicks and pops in audio edits?

Separation edit Signup and view all the answers

What does Subtractive equalization allow in sound?

Zeroing in on masking frequencies Signup and view all the answers

What should a mixer do before diving into a mix?

Determine the song's direction Signup and view all the answers

What should be used if clip level adjustment is unavailable?

Track volume automation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of a multi-band compressor?

Preventing gain reduction interference between frequency bands Signup and view all the answers

What can cause edits without crossfades to produce clicks and pops?

Edits without crossfades Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action to fix a bad fade?

Adjust the fade timing Signup and view all the answers

What did Les Paul build at Capitol Studios?

The revered acoustic chambers Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT one of the 3 steps in mixing?

Adding reverb to everything Signup and view all the answers

What is a good idea to do once all your edits, comping, and tuning is complete?

Consolidate your tracks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the three dimensions that great mixers mix in?

Tall Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Audio Engineering Quiz Summary

Les Paul built the revered acoustic chambers at Capitol Studios.
The keyboard command for Clip Capture is Command+R (Mac) or Ctrl+R (Windows).
Subtractive equalization allows zeroing in on masking frequencies in a sound.
Edits without crossfades will click and pop.
The first thing a mixer should do before diving into a mix is determining the song's direction.
Adding reverb to everything is NOT one of the 3 steps in mixing.
If clip level adjustment is unavailable, use track volume automation.
Command (Mac) or Control (Windows) suspends the normal function of Grid mode.
The default tempo and meter for all Pro Tools sessions are 4/4 and 120 BPM.
The main advantage of a multi-band compressor is that a loud event in one frequency band won't affect the gain reduction in the other bands.
To fix a bad fade, adjust the fade timing.
Clicks and pops can come from making a separation edit, butt-cut edits, transient overloads, and healing a separation edit.

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Test your knowledge of audio engineering with this quiz covering topics such as acoustic chambers, keyboard commands, equalization, mixing techniques, Pro Tools functions, and troubleshooting common audio issues. See how well you know the ins and outs of audio production and editing.

Audio Engineering Quiz