Module #1 Introduction to Recording and Editing Audio Overview of the course, importance of recording and editing in music production, and setting up a home studio
Module #2 Acoustics and Room Preparation Understanding room acoustics, preparing a room for recording, and creating a conducive recording environment
Module #3 Microphone Fundamentals Types of microphones, polar patterns, frequency response, and microphone selection for different instruments
Module #4 Microphone Techniques for Vocals Choosing the right microphone for vocals, mic placement, and recording techniques for optimal vocal sound
Module #5 Microphone Techniques for Instruments Microphone selection and placement for drums, guitars, bass, and keyboards, and recording techniques for each instrument
Module #6 Setting Up a Signal Chain Understanding signal flow, connecting microphones to interfaces, and setting up a signal chain for recording
Module #7 Recording Software Overview Introduction to digital audio workstations (DAWs), setting up a project, and understanding the user interface
Module #8 Recording Basics Understanding bit depth, sample rate, and file formats, setting levels, and basic recording techniques
Module #9 Recording Drums Setting up a drum kit for recording, mic placement, and recording techniques for capturing a great drum sound
Module #10 Recording Bass and Guitars Recording techniques for bass and guitars, amp selection, and mic placement for capturing a great tone
Module #11 Recording Keyboards and Synthesizers Recording techniques for keyboards and synthesizers, understanding MIDI, and recording virtual instruments
Module #12 Recording Vocals Recording techniques for capturing a great vocal sound, working with vocalists, and getting the best performance
Module #13 Basic Editing Techniques Understanding editing tools, selecting and editing regions, and using basic editing functions
Module #14 Editing Drums Editing techniques for drums, quantizing, and using drum editing tools to enhance the drum sound
Module #15 Editing Bass and Guitars Editing techniques for bass and guitars, comping takes, and using editing tools to enhance the instrument sound
Module #16 Editing Vocals Editing techniques for vocals, comping takes, and using editing tools to enhance the vocal sound and performance
Module #17 Advanced Editing Techniques Using advanced editing tools, such as waveform editing and spectral editing, to enhance and correct audio
Module #18 Mixing Essentials Understanding the mixing process, setting up a mix, and using basic mixing tools and techniques
Module #19 Balancing a Mix Creating a balanced mix, understanding frequency response, and using EQ and compression to balance the sound
Module #20 Adding Effects and Processing Using reverb, delay, and modulation effects to enhance the sound, and understanding how to use plug-ins effectively
Module #21 Finalizing a Mix Finalizing a mix, preparing for mastering, and understanding the importance of mastering in the music production process
Module #22 Mastering Essentials Understanding the mastering process, preparing a mix for mastering, and using basic mastering tools and techniques
Module #23 Advanced Mastering Techniques Using advanced mastering tools, such as multiband compression and stereo imaging, to enhance and finalize the mastered sound
Module #24 Delivery and Distribution Preparing files for distribution, understanding file formats and delivery requirements, and distributing music online
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Recording and Editing Audio for Music Production career
