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Audio Masterclass Professional Course in Compression & Dynamics

This course covers all of the processes of compression, limiting and dynamic processing that are in regular use in recording studio operations. The twelve modules cover the basic controls and functions of the compressor, stereo linking, side chain operation including de-essing, transient shaping and control, operation in conjunction with noise gates and expanders. Applications of compression include dynamic range control, enhancement of individual instruments and voices, and compression and limiting of a completed mix.

The course is entirely practical and is assessed solely on the learner's practical assignment work. Text and graphic support materials are provided as appropriate, and the course includes audio example files demonstrating compression techniques.

The outcome of the course will be an enhanced level of knowledge, skills and experience in compression techniques.

Flexible Learning
You can study the Audio Masterclass Professional Course in Compression online or by downloading all of the course materials to your own computer. The course can be completed in 12 weeks, or you can spread it out over up to two years if you wish. You can work on the course at any time you choose, and take breaks whenever you like.

Instruction
Each of the twelve modules of this course includes a practical assignment project that you can work on in your own home recording studio using digital audio workstation software. The assignments include tasks that are typical of a professional recording environment. The challenges are tough, but full instruction is given, often with audio examples and demonstrations.

Study Methods
This is the fully-assessed version of the Audio Masterclass Professional Course in Compression. Study centers around the practical assignment projects of the course and the assessments you will receive.

Assessment
You can submit each of your twelve practical assignment projects to Audio Masterclass for our assessment, comments and advice. Our assessments are detailed, friendly and helpful. We will tell you exactly what you are doing right, what could be better, and how you can improve. Re-submissions are welcome.

Certification
You will receive the Audio Masterclass Professional Certificate in Compression on successful completion of the course.

Course content

Course introduction
Module structure	Knowledge
Notes on file format	Knowledge
Foundation content
Introduction to compression	Knowledge
Connecting the compressor	Knowledge
The basic action of the compressor	Knowledge
Compression ratio	Knowledge
Gain reduction	Knowledge
Setting the threshold control	Knowledge
Fixed-threshold compressors	Knowledge
Setting the gain make-up	Knowledge
Setting the release control	Knowledge
Setting the attack control	Knowledge
The stereo link button	Knowledge
Noise and the compressor	Knowledge
Breathing and pumping	Knowledge
Side chain	Knowledge
De-essing	Knowledge
Artistic considerations	Knowledge
Methods of compression	Knowledge
Diode bridge	Knowledge
Variable-mu vacuum tube	Knowledge
FET	Knowledge
Optical	Knowledge
VCA	Knowledge
Digital	Knowledge
Check questions	Quiz
Model answers to check questions	Quiz
Audio examples
Female vocal	Audio examples
Male vocal	Audio examples
Additional female and male vocals	Audio examples
Bass guitar	Audio examples
Acoustic guitar	Audio examples
Electric guitar	Audio examples
Kick drum	Audio examples
Full drum set	Audio examples
Full mix	Audio examples
Module 1: Compressor controls 1
Module introduction	Knowledge
Threshold	Knowledge
Ratio	Knowledge
Gain make-up	Knowledge
Gain reduction meter	Knowledge
Practical assignment project on compressor controls (1)	Practical assignment project
Module 2: Compressor controls 2
Module introduction	Knowledge
Attack	Knowledge
Release	Knowledge
Knee	Knowledge
Practical assignment project on compressor controls (2)	Practical assignment project
Module 3: Compression problems
Module introduction	Knowledge
Breathing	Practical assignment project
Pumping	Practical assignment project
Module 4: Stereo linking
Module introduction	Knowledge
The stereo image	Knowledge
That the components of the stereo image should not move	Knowledge
Why compression can cause an unsteady stereo image	Knowledge
Examples of an unsteady stereo image	Audio examples
Practical assignment project in stereo linking	Practical assignment project
Module 5: Expansion and gating
Module introduction	Knowledge
The problem of noise	Knowledge
Practical assignment in gating	Practical assignment project
Practical assignment in expansion	Practical assignment project
Module 6: Side chain
Module introduction	Knowledge
Setting up the side chain	Practical assignment project
Filtering the side chain	Practical assignment project
Controlling the dynamics of one track according to the dynamics of a different track	Practical assignment project
Typical uses of the side chain	Practical assignment project
Module 7 Mid-Side (MS) compression
Module introduction	Knowledge
Practical assignment project on MS compression	Practical assignment project
Module 8: Transient shaping
Module introduction	Knowledge
Shaping the attack phase	Practical assignment project
Enhancing the post-attack phase	Practical assignment project
Shaping the decay phase	Practical assignment project
Controlling and manipulating levels	Practical assignment project
Module 9: Gating effects
Module introduction	Knowledge
Setting up the external key input	Practical assignment project
Triggering the gate with an external key	Practical assignment project
Shaping a continuous sound source into a rhythm	Practical assignment project
Module 10: Dynamic range control
Module introduction	Knowledge
Simple compression	Practical assignment project
Look-ahead limiting	Practical assignment project
Parallel compression	Practical assignment project
Automation as an alternative to compression	Practical assignment project
Module 11: Warmth in compression
Examples of vacuum tube emulating compressors	Audio examples
Examples of hardware compressors	Audio examples
Practical assignment project on warmth in compression	Practical assignment project
Module 12: Parallel compression
Module introduction	Knowledge
Setup for parallel compression	Practical assignment project
Compression settings	Practical assignment project
Comparison between uncompressed and parallel compressed signals	Practical assignment project
Detailed comparison of peaks and low levels	Practical assignment project

COURSE CONTENT

Access to the Audio Masterclass Academy website
12 modules
12 practical assignment projects
Assessment of your practical assignment work
Two-year enrollment period
An Audio Masterclass certificate on successful completion

$299.00

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