De soundcheck
Example: De soundcheck duurt meestal een uur voor het concert begint.
Definition
"De soundcheck" refers to the process of testing and adjusting audio equipment before a concert or performance to ensure optimal sound quality. It typically involves musicians and technicians checking microphones, instruments, and speakers to avoid technical issues during the event.
Etymology
The term "de soundcheck" comes from English, where 'soundcheck' combines 'sound' and 'check' to mean verifying audio setup. Adopted into Dutch music jargon, it reflects the international influence of English in technical and musical contexts.
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"De soundcheck" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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