Meaning of the word "sound check" in English

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sound check

US /ˈsaʊnd tʃek/
UK /ˈsaʊnd tʃek/
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Noun

1.

a test of the sound equipment, especially before a performance, to ensure that the levels are correct and the sound quality is good

Example:
The band did a quick sound check before the concert.
We need to do a proper sound check to avoid any issues during the live broadcast.

Verb

1.

to test the sound equipment, especially before a performance, to ensure that the levels are correct and the sound quality is good

Example:
The engineers are sound checking the microphones.
We need to sound check all the instruments before the show starts.
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