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 At this point you should also ask the directors if they have a plan for house music. At this point you should also ask the directors if they have a plan for house music.
 ====3. Band Pit Plan==== ====3. Band Pit Plan====
-Before the [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#get-in|get-in]] you will want to work out where each instrument is going and which microphone(s) need to be used for each. In order to do this you will need to find out how many tiers the planned band pit will have (this is usually in the tech rider) and how many musicians there are (in case someone is playing multiple instruments). You will also want to check if Lighting is planning on using any additional [[wiki:glossary:lighting#dimmer|dimmers]] since they will almost certainly wish to situate them in the band pit taking up  a fair amout of space.+Before the [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#get-in|get-in]] you will want to work out where each instrument is going and which microphone(s) need to be used for each. In order to do this you will need to find out how many tiers the planned band pit will have (this is usually in the tech rider) and how many musicians there are (in case someone is playing multiple instruments). You will also want to check if Lighting is planning on using any additional [[wiki:lighting:lighting_glossary#dimmer|dimmers]] since they will almost certainly wish to situate them in the band pit taking up  a fair amout of space.
 ====4. Mic Plot==== ====4. Mic Plot====
-Whilst you should not need to create the mic plot you will need it therefore it is a good idea to ask the directors for it before you get to the tech run.+Whilst you should not need to create the mic plot you will need it therefore it is a good idea to ask the directors for it before you get to the tech run.\\ 
 +Additionally, you should remind the producers that they will need to purchase batteries for the radio mics and make sure they have arrived before the tech run.\\ 
 +It's worth assuming that they will need 2 AA alkaline batteries for each radio mic for each show. While the batteries normally last longer than this it's worth having spares as they can always be used in future shows.\\ 
 +For a normal show week, with a matinee, using 8 radio mics they will need 112 batteries and where 12 radio mics are used 168 batteries is needed.
 ====5. Find Sound Effects==== ====5. Find Sound Effects====
 Having got a list of the effects needed, you may need to find some if you haven't already been provided with them by the directors. Whilst doing this you will need to be aware that effects can sound different when listened to through headphones versus the speakers in [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#the_annex|the Annex]]. Having got a list of the effects needed, you may need to find some if you haven't already been provided with them by the directors. Whilst doing this you will need to be aware that effects can sound different when listened to through headphones versus the speakers in [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#the_annex|the Annex]].
 ====6. Planning the Get-In==== ====6. Planning the Get-In====
-Before the [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#get-in|get-in]] find out how large the sound department is likely to be, if there are a few of you you may be able to delegate some of the things that need doing to others. You may also find it useful to distribute copies of the band pit plan and mic plot to the other soundies via an available techie/soundie group chat. When planning ahead it may also be helpful to bear in mind the various levels of knowledge present in the sound department.+Before the [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#get-in|get-in]] find out how large the sound department is likely to be, if there are a few of you you may be able to delegate some of the things that need doing to others. You may also find it useful to distribute copies of the band pit plan and mic plot to the other [[wiki:sound:sound_glossary#soundie|soundies]] via an available techie/[[wiki:sound:sound_glossary#soundie|soundie]] group chat. When planning ahead it may also be helpful to bear in mind the various levels of knowledge present in the sound department.
 ====7. The Get-In==== ====7. The Get-In====
 The following tasks can be completed in pretty much any order however it is recommended you do taping last. The following tasks can be completed in pretty much any order however it is recommended you do taping last.
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 ====8. Tech Run==== ====8. Tech Run====
 You should aim to get parts 1 and 2 done as soon as possible. Also, you may wish to set up a talkback mic in order to not have to yell so much/to improve communication with the band.\\ You should aim to get parts 1 and 2 done as soon as possible. Also, you may wish to set up a talkback mic in order to not have to yell so much/to improve communication with the band.\\
-//Anything going through the soundweb will have a basic EQ applied to it.//+//Anything going through the soundweb will have a basic [[wiki:sound:sound_glossary#equaliser|EQ]] applied to it.//
 ===Part 1: Band Check=== ===Part 1: Band Check===
-Have each of the band members play, sort out an approximate level for there instrument and apply an EQ to deal with any feedback issues. You will also want to sort out the mix of instruments being sent to each band members headphones. Having dealt with everyone individually you will want to ask the musical director (MD) to run a song in which everyone plays, sort out any issues with instruments being too loud/soft and then sort out any issues relating to the mix in headphones.+Have each of the band members play, sort out an approximate level/gain for there instrument and apply an [[wiki:sound:sound_glossary#equaliser|EQ]] to deal with any feedback issues. You will also want to sort out the mix of instruments being sent to each band members headphones. Having dealt with everyone individually you will want to ask the musical director (MD) to run a song in which everyone plays, sort out any issues with instruments being too loud/soft and then sort out any issues relating to the mix in headphones.
 ===Part 2: Mic Check=== ===Part 2: Mic Check===
-For any microphones not in the band pit you will want to have some one sing/talk into them (dependant on what they're being used for) and apply an EQ and set a basic level. If multiple mics are being used simultaneously/with the band you will want to test them being used together in order to check everything.+For any microphones not in the band pit you will want to have some one sing/talk into them (dependant on what they're being used for) and apply an [[wiki:sound:sound_glossary#equaliser|EQ]] and set a basic level/gain. If multiple mics are being used simultaneously/with the band you will want to test them being used together in order to check everything.
 ===Part 3: Cue List=== ===Part 3: Cue List===
-With you're collection of sound effects ready you will want to migrate them into some kind of show control software. Make sure they are in the correct order ant the cues have sensible names, also you will to set some levels within the softwar for each sound effect to give you a good starting point on show nights.\\ +With you're collection of sound effects ready you will want to migrate them into some kind of [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#show_control|show control]] software. Make sure they are in the correct order and that the cues have sensible names, also you will to set some levels within the software for each sound effect to give you a good starting point on show nights.\\ 
-//If something happens at the same time as a lighting effect **talk to the lampies** you will need to coodinate it or it'll look messy.//+//If something happens at the same time as a lighting effect **talk to the [[wiki:lighting:lighting_glossary#lampy|lampies]]** you will need to coodinate it or it'll look messy.//
 ===Part 4: Script Annotation=== ===Part 4: Script Annotation===
-Make sure that your cues have been written into your script. If you are using multiple microhones you may find it helpful to write the number of the microphone next to the lines in the script for which it should be on.+Make sure that your cues have been written into your script. If you are using multiple microphones you may find it helpful to write the number of the microphone next to the lines in the script for which it should be on.
 ====9. Dress Run==== ====9. Dress Run====
 Aim to keep this as close as possible to an actual show. Aim to keep this as close as possible to an actual show.
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 If you are using radio mics and any are low on battery make sure the batteries are replaced now, again you will probably want to play some house music. If you are using radio mics and any are low on battery make sure the batteries are replaced now, again you will probably want to play some house music.
 ===After Each Show=== ===After Each Show===
-Make sure all microphones are accounted for and ensure everything is packed away or behind the tab line, make any adjustments to the script annotations or cue list as necessary.+Make sure all microphones are accounted for and ensure everything is packed away or behind the [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#tab|tab]] line, make any adjustments to the script annotations or cue list as necessary.
 ====12. The Get-Out==== ====12. The Get-Out====
 ===Part 1: Band Pit=== ===Part 1: Band Pit===
-Aim to get this done as soon as the band have moved out since the chairs, mic stands etc. will be very much in the way of Lighting and Stage. Ensure all equipment is stored correctly and returned to its proprer home.+Aim to get this done as soon as the band have moved out since the chairs, mic stands etc. will be very much in the way of Lighting and Stage. Ensure all equipment is stored correctly and returned to its proper home.
 ===Part 2: Additional Mics and Speakers=== ===Part 2: Additional Mics and Speakers===
 Unplug any extra mics and store them in the mic coffin. Unplug any speakers not in the rig and return them to big store (excluding the sub which stays backstage). Ensure any cables are coiled and put away correctly. Unplug any extra mics and store them in the mic coffin. Unplug any speakers not in the rig and return them to big store (excluding the sub which stays backstage). Ensure any cables are coiled and put away correctly.
 ===Part 3: Desks and Similar things=== ===Part 3: Desks and Similar things===
-Pack away the desk and other equiment at the back of the Annex, this can be left until last since it is unlikely to be in the way of anyone else.+Pack away the desk and other equiment at the back of [[wiki:glossary:general_terms#the_annex|the Annex]], this can be left until last since it is unlikely to be in the way of anyone else.
 ====13. After the Show==== ====13. After the Show====
 Relax, you have put a lot of work into the show and you suddenly have a lot more free time (assuming you're not doing consecutive shows), remember to fill in the show feedback on the forum and smile ;-). Relax, you have put a lot of work into the show and you suddenly have a lot more free time (assuming you're not doing consecutive shows), remember to fill in the show feedback on the forum and smile ;-).
 =====Adjustments for Different Types of Shows==== =====Adjustments for Different Types of Shows====
 //These are generalisations and may not apply to every single show of the supposed "type".//\\ //These are generalisations and may not apply to every single show of the supposed "type".//\\
-===Comedy / Magic / Circus===+===Comedy / Circus===
 Generally these will have very few sound effects and may have intro/exit music for acts. They may require a single microphone for speech but are other wise straight foreward. Most sound effects will be provided.\\ Generally these will have very few sound effects and may have intro/exit music for acts. They may require a single microphone for speech but are other wise straight foreward. Most sound effects will be provided.\\
 \\ \\
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 Will usually have a band but no additional mics on top of that.\\ Will usually have a band but no additional mics on top of that.\\
 \\ \\
-//Step 4 can probably be ignored.//\\+//Steps 4, 7.2 and 8.2 can probably be ignored.//\\
 ===Showstoppers=== ===Showstoppers===
 Normally has a band, multiple radio mics and several sound effects\\ Normally has a band, multiple radio mics and several sound effects\\
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