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Definition of soundcheck

soundcheck

/ˈsaʊnd.tʃɛk/
sound · check
Plural:soundchecks
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Past Simple:soundchecked
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Past Participle:soundchecked
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Present Participle:soundchecking
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soundcheck Lexical Profile

soundcheck Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A test of a venue's sound system and audio equipment conducted before a musical performance, broadcast, or recording session to ensure proper volume levels and acoustic balance.

Example

"The band arrived at the arena three hours early to complete their soundcheck before the doors opened."

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• verb

1

To test and adjust the sound system, microphones, or musical instruments before a live performance or recording session.

Example

"The audio engineer spent twenty minutes soundchecking the drums before moving on to the guitars."

• Nearby Words

soundbar
soundbite
soundboard
soundcheck
sounder
soundhole
sounding

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Soundcheck. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/soundcheck
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