Training
Scheduled Classes, Customized Classes and Online Training
Upcoming Training
Customized Onsite Training
We can offer personalized on-site training – please email training@listeninc.com or call us at 617-556-4104 to discuss.
Online Webinars – free training at any time
We have run many of the modules from our SoundCheck training classes as webinars, and these are available online for anytime viewing. See our training webinars page for a full list of available online training.
Past Training
Headphone & Headset Measurements – The challenges of testing today’s devices
Presented by:
Learn about the latest in headphone test systems and methods from design to EOL Test. Industry experts Steve Temme (Listen, Inc.) and Peter Wulf-Andersen (G.R.A.S.), as well as guest speaker Chris Struck will discuss test equipment (ear couplers, test fixtures, test software and hardware) and demonstrate practical test setups for both R&D and QC headphone testing. It will cover in-ear monitors, Bluetooth, lightning/USB, noise-cancelling and high resolution headphones, in addition to conventional analog headphones. You can even measure your own headphone using our equipment in the hands-on session. Please see the full agenda below.
There is no charge for this one-day seminar and lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so please RSVP today.
Locations and Dates:
Seattle: Monday Feb 27th, Embassy Suites Bellevue
Silicon Valley: Wednesday March 1st, Embassy Suites Santa Clara
Los Angeles: Friday March 3rd, Embassy Suites Glendale
Agenda (9am-4pm) – UPDATED
- Introduction
- Overview of Headphone Test Systems and tools
- Traditional tools vs. modern consumer demands
- Introduction to head and ear related terminology and definitions.
- Historical perspective and background for the tools and standards used today.
- Limitations vs. Possibilities in term of the measurement capabilities. How does that relate to the modern challenges with Bluetooth and ANC related testing tasks?
- Tools for Next Generation Headphone Testing
- Solutions to some the challenges addressed above.
- Examples based on products and measurements.
- What about frequencies above 20kHz? Science or marketing? Measurement Consistency – Development vs. Production
- Progress in measurements from Head and Torso Simulator (KEMAR) to Production Test Fixture (45CC – flat plate). How the different components affect the measurements:
- Software and hardware for headphone testing including typical headphone measurements and test setups
- Traditional tools vs. modern consumer demands
- Practical examples of headphone measurements on.
- Analog Headphones
- Bluetooth Headsets
- ANC Headphones
- Lightning/USB Connected Headphones (using triggered recordings)
- Hi-Res Headphones
- In-ear monitors
- Measurements including:
- Frequency Response relative to a target response
- Left/Right tracking
- Impedance
- Noise attenuation
- Distortion including Non-Coherent Distortion
- Standards including Max SPL EN-50332 & IEC-60268-7
- Headphone Design (Guest Speaker Chris Struck, CJS Labs)
- Desired headphone response
- Headphone measurement standards
- Hands-on testing: Bring your own device and test it using one of our measurement setups
California SoundCheck and Electroacoustics Training – October 10-12, 2016
We are holding a 3 day training event on Oct 10-12 in Santa Clara, CA. This event will feature a 1-day course on electroacoustics testing, presented by Chris Struck of CJS Labs, followed by a 2 day SoundCheck training class.
Electroacoustics
In the Electroacoustics class, you will learn about the theory behind your audio measurements. The content will cover sound level measurement, psychoacoustics, electroacoustics, soundfields in real rooms, frequency responses, test signals and more. It is ideal for those new to the industry or anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the measurement principles behind their acoustic tests.
Electroacoustics Course Outline
SoundCheck
This hands-on class covers all the major features of SoundCheck version 15, including writing sequences, test signals, analysis, distortion measurements and more. The class is a combination of presentations interspersed with hands-on exercises to ensure that you are comfortable with all the concepts and methods taught before you leave the classroom. Although no previous SoundCheck experience is assumed, the course still offers plenty to users familiar with writing basic sequences. Although the SoundCheck training is intended as a 2-day program, it is possible to attend just one day of the training.
Location / Dates / Time
The Plaza Suites, 3100 Lakeside Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95054.
October 10-12, 2016. Course registration starts at 8:00 AM and the training course is 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM each day.
SoundCheck Training Chicago, IL, May 17-18, 2016
We are holding our popular 2- day SoundCheck training class on May 17-18th in Elgin, IL (just outside Chicago).
SoundCheck Training is designed for engineers and technicians who are responsible for the measurement and analysis of the acoustical performance of electroacoustic products and audio electronics either in R&D or Production. Current SoundCheck customers and individuals interested in thoroughly evaluating SoundCheck as an audio test platform are encouraged to attend. This intensive, “hands-on” course will enable you to utilize the full functionality of SoundCheck and provide you the necessary tools to efficiently create audio and electroacoustic tests.
The class covers all the major features of SoundCheck version 14, including writing sequences, test signals, analysis, distortion measurements and more. The class is a combination of presentations interspersed with hands-on exercises to ensure that you are comfortable with all the concepts and methods taught before you leave the classroom. Although no previous SoundCheck experience is assumed, the course still offers plenty to users familiar with writing basic sequences. Although the SoundCheck training is intended as a 2-day program, it is possible to attend just one day of the training.
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Seminar in Japan: High Resolution Audio Measurements and Loudspeaker Design.
Two speakers will feature at this afternoon seminar focusing on high resolution audio measurements and Loudspeaker design. Steve Temme of Listen, Inc. will discuss the challenges of measuring high resolution audio. He will share his experience measuring devices up to 100kHz, and discuss which measurements give a meaningful insight into how the device sounds. Shinji Koyano of KOYANO Sound Lab (formerly of Pioneer) will discuss the basic theory and principles of loudspeaker design, focusing on recent technology. He will also present a case study of High-res technology on speakers.
Date & Time: October 15, 13:00-15:30
Cost: No charge
Location: US Embassy Tokyo Japan, 1-10-5 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8420 JAPAN
Hosted by: AudioTech in conjunction with the commercial services of the US Commerce Department
To register: Please contact Tom Teraoka at Audiotech teraoka@audio-tech.jp
Seminar in Korea: Acoustic Measurement Using SoundCheck
In this one-day seminar, Listen President Steve Temme will discuss current topics in audio measurement including high resolution testing, Bluetooth testing, headphone testing and open loop testing. He will discuss the current state of the art for making these measurements, and demonstrate how to measure devices such as microphones within tablets and smartphones, Bluetooth headsets, and high resolution headphones using the SoundCheck test system.
Date & Time: October 13, 2015. 10am – 5pm
Cost: No charge
Location: NSSC Education room, NSSC, M-City Tower 9th, 195 Beakma-ro, Janghang-dong, Ilsandong-gu, Koyangcity, Kungki-do
Hosted by: Acetech Inc. and NSSC
To register: Please contact DH Kim at Acetech Inc. 010 4929 2760 dhkim@acetechinc.co.kr
SoundCheck and Electroacoustics Training Santa Clara, CA, Oct 5-7, 2015
We are holding a 3 day training event on Oct 5-7 in Santa Clara, CA. This event will feature a 1-day course on electroacoustics testing, presented by Chris Struck of CJS Labs, followed by a 2 day SoundCheck training class.
Electroacoustics
In the Electroacoustics class, you will learn about the theory behind your audio measurements. The content will cover sound level measurement, psychoacoustics, electroacoustics, soundfields in real rooms, frequency responses, test signals and more. It is ideal for those new to the industry or anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the measurement principles behind their acoustic tests.
SoundCheck
This hands-on class covers all the major features of SoundCheck version 14, including writing sequences, test signals, analysis, distortion measurements and more. The class is a combination of presentations interspersed with hands-on exercises to ensure that you are comfortable with all the concepts and methods taught before you leave the classroom. Although no previous SoundCheck experience is assumed, the course still offers plenty to users familiar with writing basic sequences. Although the SoundCheck training is intended as a 2-day program, it is possible to attend just one day of the training.
SoundCheck and Electroacoustics Training Boston, MA, Sept 21-23, 2015
We are holding a 3 day training event on Sept 21-23 at our Boston offices. This event will feature a 1-day course on electroacoustics testing, presented by Chris Struck of CJS Labs, followed by a 2 day SoundCheck training class.
Electroacoustics
In the Electroacoustics class, you will learn about the theory behind your audio measurements. The content will cover sound level measurement, psychoacoustics, electroacoustics, soundfields in real rooms, frequency responses, test signals and more. It is ideal for those new to the industry or anyone wishing to gain a better understanding of the measurement principles behind their acoustic tests.
SoundCheck
This hands-on class covers all the major features of SoundCheck version 14, including writing sequences, test signals, analysis, distortion measurements and more. The class is a combination of presentations interspersed with hands-on exercises to ensure that you are comfortable with all the concepts and methods taught before you leave the classroom. Although no previous SoundCheck experience is assumed, the course still offers plenty to users familiar with writing basic sequences. Although the SoundCheck training is intended as a 2-day program, it is possible to attend just one day of the training.
Training In China and Taiwan July 2015
We are excited to announce that we will be teaching three SoundCheck training classes, two in China and one in Taiwan in July, in conjunction with our distributor, S&V Samford.
Monday July 27th: SoundCheck Advanced Training, Taipei, Taiwan
Course Outline:
- Stimulus and Analysis – choosing the best combination for your application
- Open Loop Testing (for testing smartphone and tablet audio)
- Advanced Sequence development – including postprocessing steps and functionality and control of SoundCheck from an external program
- Application training – testing bluetooth speakers and headphones using the BTC-4148 interface
Cost: $150
Wednesday July 29th: SoundCheck Basic Training, Shenzhen, China
Course Outline:
- SoundCheck introduction
- SoundCheck 14 new features
- SoundCheck Setup – installation, understanding the hardware setup, and calibration for loudspeaker and microphone testing
- Basic sequence development
- Virtual instruments
- Applications training – testing audio on smartphones and tablets using open loop testing, and testing bluetooth speakers and headphones using the BTC-4148 interface
Cost: 600RMB/US$100
Friday July 31st: SoundCheck Basic Training, Shanghai, China
Course Outline:
- SoundCheck introduction
- SoundCheck 14 new features
- SoundCheck Setup – installation, understanding the hardware setup, and calibration for loudspeaker and microphone testing
- Basic sequence development
- Virtual instruments
- Applications training – testing audio on smartphones and tablets using open loop testing, and testing bluetooth speakers and headphones using the BTC-4148 interface
Cost: 600RMB/US$100
For all courses:
Instructor: Dan Knighten, Listen, Inc.
The training will be translated into Mandarin.
To register for one of these courses, please fill out and complete the registration forms above and fax back to S&V Samford at 852-28339913 or email sales@svsamford.com.
For more information, please call S&V Samford +852 28339987.
