Definitions
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- noun An activity that takes place before a
concert , etc., when the performer and sound crew run through a small portion of the upcoming show on thevenue 'ssound system to verify the volume and tonal frequencies.
Etymologies
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Examples
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As far as I was concerned, the soundcheck was my one chance to play with them, and I was enjoying it.
nspblues Diary Entry nspblues 2004
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The soundcheck was the first time I'd played with these guys.
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As they take the stage to soundcheck in Portland's Doug Fir Lounge the foursome dictate their set up to the sound guy: "drums, bass, two guitars, and vocals."
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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The band finishes their soundcheck and immediately reconvenes to discuss travel plans.
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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As they take the stage to soundcheck in Portland's Doug Fir Lounge the foursome dictate their set up to the sound guy: "drums, bass, two guitars, and vocals."
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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On tour, so much time is spent on the road that soundcheck is one of the precious few times they have the luxury to write and rehearse new material.
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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The band finishes their soundcheck and immediately reconvenes to discuss travel plans.
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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On tour, so much time is spent on the road that soundcheck is one of the precious few times they have the luxury to write and rehearse new material.
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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As they take the stage to soundcheck in Portland's Doug Fir Lounge the foursome dictate their set up to the sound guy: "drums, bass, two guitars, and vocals."
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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On tour, so much time is spent on the road that soundcheck is one of the precious few times they have the luxury to write and rehearse new material.
Theo Spielberg: On The Road With Free Energy And The Postelles: Portland Theo Spielberg 2011
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