The sound system



Example: The sound system at the concert was very loud.

Definition


"The sound system" refers to the collection of audio equipment used to amplify, reproduce, and distribute sound in a venue or space, such as speakers, amplifiers, and mixers, ensuring clear and powerful audio output for events like concerts or public gatherings.

Translations


  • el sistema de sonido
  • het geluidssysteem
  • el sistema de so
  • le système sonore
  • das Soundsystem

Etymology


The term "the sound system" combines 'sound,' derived from Old English 'sund' meaning noise or tone, with 'system,' from Greek 'systēma' meaning an organized whole. Together, they describe an organized setup designed to manage and deliver audio signals effectively.

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"The sound system" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (A2) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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