December 10th – Gadgets, Gizmos, and Great Gear for the New Year!
December is a busy time for everyone, and with the fourth Tuesday of the month landing on a major holiday, we’re encouraging you to spend that time with your loved ones. But before the holiday rush takes over, why not treat yourself to an evening of discovery and fun?
Join us on December 10th for a special AES gathering focused on “Gadgets, Gizmos, and Great Gear.” This festive event is all about exploring the tools, trinkets, and toys that make our work—and play—more exciting. From practical solutions you didn’t know you needed to just-for-fun gear, this is your chance to discover new ideas and inspirations.
We’ll also feature presentations from passionate audio professionals eager to share trade secrets and foster growth in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the season, connect with fellow engineers, and maybe even find the perfect gift idea for yourself or the audio aficionado in your life.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
DOWNLOAD THE PRESENTATIONS IN A PDF
Tuesday December 10th – 2024
Time:
6:30 – Pizza + Networking
7:15 – Presentations
8:15 – Break
9:15 – Wrap up
Where:
Room 330 – University of Toronto
Edward Johnson Building
80 Queens Park,
Toronto, ON M5S 2C5, Canada
About the Event
Admission is FREE to attend
Presenters:
Tristan Miller
Tristan works internationally – providing a wide range of technical services for clients spread across Recording, Live, Broadcast, and Aerospace industries.
PCB design, fabrication, and component level repairs,
Integration and programming of microcontrollers,
Electrical and Electronic distribution systems,
Acoustic measurements and treatment-design and fabrication.
Fascinated by complex systems and how components interact and communicate with each other.
Recently focused on product design, assembly, and distribution of devices that help simplify some of the common system integration steps in today’s modern AV world.
Generic Synth nerd:
Slowly building a product line of functional Eurorack synth module designs.
Cat Owner.
Christopher Sampson
Vice Chair - Toronto AES
Chris is a highly skilled audio engineer with over 15 years of experience in the broadcast and music industries. Specializing in live immersive, 5.1, and stereo broadcast mixing, Chris has worked on diverse programming, including music, news, variety shows, and sports. His proficiency with digital consoles and extensive knowledge of audio standards such as AES67, SMPTE 2110, and AES70 make him a versatile and innovative audio professional.
Currently, as a freelance Production and Post Production Audio Mixer, Chris has played key roles in major projects like The Juno Awards and CBC’s Beijing Olympic broadcasts. His deep familiarity with Bell Media and CBC Studios’ audio infrastructure enables him to seamlessly integrate into any team, ensuring top-quality audio production. Chris is also proficient in various digital audio workstations, including ProTools, Pyramix, and Reaper.
Previously, Chris held full-time positions at Bell Media, where he was responsible for live-to-air and live-to-tape mixing, console configuration, troubleshooting, and operator training for high-profile productions like CTV National News and The Much Music Video Awards. He also excelled in post-sound surround mixing for acclaimed series such as Mighty Trains and TSN features.
Chris’s expertise extends to team management, budgeting, and scheduling, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope. His volunteer work with the Ward Beck Preservation Society and the Audio Engineering Society’s Toronto chapter underscores his dedication to advancing audio engineering. Chris continues to drive innovation and excellence in every project he undertakes.
Anthony P. Kuzub
Chair - Toronto AES
Anthony Kuzub, a Sr. Systems Designer at CBC/Radio-Canada, has been a dedicated AES member since 2009, actively participating in numerous technical and standards committees. These include Network Audio Systems, Analog and Digital Input/Output Interfacing, Audio File Transfer and Exchange, and many others. He has significantly contributed to the development of AES standards and protocols, particularly in networked audio and media control.
Anthony’s passion for audio engineering began early, studying Ward-Beck Systems console schematics while his father worked at CFQC-TV in Saskatoon. He maintains WBSps.ca, a Preservation Society focused on Toronto-manufactured broadcast equipment. After owning studios and producing music for 15 years, Anthony moved to Toronto in 2010 and served as Technical Supervisor at Revolution Recording. There, he commissioned a custom Ward-Beck Systems Mixing Console and worked with notable clients like Rush.
In 2016, Anthony earned an Honors Diploma in Communication Engineering from Seneca College. Post-graduation, he became the IP audio product manager at Ward-Beck Systems, designing networked audio systems for various applications. He notably contributed to the development of an AES70 commanded remote-controlled microphone pre-amp with AES67 transceivers.
Since 2020, Anthony has been with CBC/Radio-Canada, designing systems that implement AES standards. He leads projects focused on real-time and file transport of production audio for radio, television, and digital production. His expertise and contributions to the field have made him a key player in the audio engineering community.
Anthony has also shared his knowledge at industry events such as NAB, AES, IBC, and SMPTE meetings, focusing on networked audio using AES67 and ST2110-30. His extensive background in audio engineering, combined with his active involvement in AES, showcases his commitment to advancing the field of audio technology.
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