Speakers:

Sélim Achour – MakeMusic

Partner:

Tataouine cultural complex

Objective:

With this module we aim to significantly strengthen local technical skills in the field of live sound management. The main objective is to enable targeted participants to acquire complete mastery of the technical chain of an audio system, from its preparation to its operation in real-life conditions.

Through a combination of theory, practical demonstrations and real-life situations, participants will learn how to prepare, install, configure, operate and dismantle a sound system adapted to different types of events: concerts, DJ sets, live shows or performances.

The course will provide an in-depth understanding of the basics of sound from a theoretical point of view, as well as equipment (microphones, consoles, amplifiers, monitors, speakers, cabling). It will also cover safety rules, as well as methods for adjusting and optimizing acoustics according to venue and technical constraints. Practical exercises will enable participants to experiment with managing an artistic stage, coordinating with stage crews and solving common sound-related problems.

The aim of this training course is to professionalize the local scene, equipping participants with the tools they need to join event teams and enhance their employability. Their participation as paid interns at the next edition of the E-FEST festival will be an essential extension of this apprenticeship, offering them real immersion in demanding production conditions.

Participant profile:

The training is aimed at four targeted technical operators from the Tataouine region.

Schedule:

Day 1 Morning – Introduction to sound basics
● Understand the sound chain and fundamental notions (signal, dB, frequency, impedance, analog vs. digital).
● Identify the different elements of a sound system.

J1 Afternoon – Wiring & Interconnections
● Know how to connect a complete system while respecting signal logic.
● Diagnose and correct a wiring problem.

J2 Morning – Microphones and live sound recording
● Know the different types of microphones and how to use them.
● Know how to position a microphone on a stage.

J2 Afternoon – Mixing console: operation and signal flow
● Understand the role of each console section.
● Be able to mix a simple source.

J3 Morning – Audio processing and dynamics
● Understand and use the main audio treatments.
● Learn how to balance a live mix.

J3 Afternoon – Feedback and monitoring
● Learn how to manage a monitor mix.
● Understand feedback problems and how to correct them.

J4 Morning – Diffusion systems (front of house)
● Understand the different types of systems (passive, active, line array).
● Know how to install and align a front-of-house system.

J4 Afternoon – Electricity and safety
● Understand the basics of electricity for the stage.
● Ensure safe and compliant installation.

J5 Morning – Setting the scene: preparing a concert.
● Work as a team to prepare a complete stage.
● Apply all skills learned.

J5 Afternoon – Live mix and dismantling
● Create a complete live mix.
● Know how to dismantle and store equipment correctly.