Module #1 Introduction to Audio Mixing and Mastering Overview of the audio mixing and mastering process, importance of mixing and mastering in music production
Module #2 Setting Up Your Mixing Environment Preparation of your mixing space, choosing the right DAW, and setting up your monitoring system
Module #3 Understanding Audio Waveforms and Signal Flow Basic understanding of audio waveforms, signal flow, and how to read a mixing console
Module #4 Gain Staging and Level Balancing Understanding gain staging, balancing levels, and how to use meters to optimize your mix
Module #5 Basic EQ Techniques Introduction to equalization, basic EQ techniques, and how to use EQ to enhance your mix
Module #6 Compression Fundamentals Understanding compression, types of compressors, and how to use compression to control dynamics
Module #7 Reverb and Spatial Processing Introduction to reverb, spatial processing, and how to use effects to create depth and width
Module #8 Mixing Drums Specific techniques for mixing drums, including EQ, compression, and parallel processing
Module #9 Mixing Bass Specific techniques for mixing bass, including EQ, compression, and layering
Module #10 Mixing Guitars and Keyboards Specific techniques for mixing guitars and keyboards, including EQ, compression, and amp simulation
Module #11 Mixing Vocals Specific techniques for mixing vocals, including EQ, compression, de-breathing, and de-essing
Module #12 Mix Bus Processing Using bus compression, EQ, and stereo widener to enhance your overall mix
Module #13 Creating a Balanced Mix Balancing levels, frequencies, and dynamics to create a cohesive and balanced mix
Module #14 Using Metering and Analysis Tools Using metering and analysis tools to identify and correct mix issues
Module #15 Introduction to Mastering Understanding the mastering process, and how to prepare your mix for mastering
Module #16 Mastering EQ Techniques Using EQ to enhance and balance your master
Module #17 Mastering Compression Techniques Using compression to control dynamics and optimize loudness
Module #18 Mastering Limiting and Maximization Using limiting and maximization to optimize loudness and prevent clipping
Module #19 Stereo Imaging and Widening Using stereo imaging and widening techniques to enhance your master
Module #20 Dithering and Noise Shaping Understanding dithering and noise shaping, and how to use them to optimize your master
Module #21 Mastering for Different Platforms Mastering considerations for different platforms, including CD, streaming, and vinyl
Module #22 Common Mastering Mistakes Common mistakes to avoid when mastering, and how to identify and correct them
Module #23 Advanced Mastering Techniques Advanced mastering techniques, including multiband compression and stereo linking
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Basic Audio Mixing and Mastering career
