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Audio Masterclass Professional Course in Equalization

This course covers all of the processes of equalization that are in regular use in recording studio operations. The twelve modules cover filters, parametric and graphic equalizers and acoustic equalization. Applications of EQ include individual instruments and voices, blending instruments in a mix, and the equalization 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 equalization techniques.

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

Flexible Learning
You can study the Audio Masterclass Professional Course in Equalization 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 Equalization. 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 Equalization on successful completion of the course.

Course content

Course introduction
Module structure	Knowledge
Notes on file format	Knowledge
Foundation content
Introduction to EQ	Knowledge
Frequency and level	Knowledge
Unit of frequency: the hertz	Knowledge
Relationship between frequency and musical pitch	Knowledge
Frequency response	Knowledge
Flat, roll-off, boost & cut, uneven responses	Knowledge
Level and decibels	Knowledge
The function of EQ	Knowledge
Filters	Knowledge
Low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, band-stop, notch	Knowledge
Filter slope	Knowledge
Passive EQ	Knowledge
Tone controls	Knowledge
Mixing console EQ	Knowledge
Frequency, gain, Q (bandwidth)	Knowledge
Bell, shelf	Knowledge
EQ in/out	Knowledge
Graphic EQ	Knowledge
Using equalization	Knowledge
Corrective EQ	Knowledge
Creative EQ	Knowledge
Equalizing the mix	Knowledge
Equalization for live sound	Knowledge
Check questions	Quiz
Model answers to check questions	Quiz
Audio examples
Filters	Audio examples
Equalization	Audio examples
Use of EQ and filters on instruments and drums	Audio examples
Use of EQ and filters on vocals	Audio examples
Module 1: Filters
Module introduction	Knowledge
Filter designs: Butterworth, Chebychev, Bessel and others	Knowledge
The all-pass filter	Knowledge
Practical assignment project on filters	Practical assignment project
Module 2: Parametric EQ
Practical assignment project on parametric EQ	Practical assignment project
Settings used for the filter assignment in the previous module	Practical assignment project
Module introduction	Knowledge
Module 3: Corrective equalization
Module introduction	Knowledge
Notch filtering	Practical assignment project
Hum removal	Practical assignment project
Narrow-band noise removal	Practical assignment project
Unwanted resonance	Practical assignment project
Settings used for the parametric EQ assignment in the previous module	Practical assignment project
Module 4: Equalization for bass instruments
Module introduction	Knowledge
Removal of excessive low-frequency content	Practical assignment project
Removal of excessive high-frequency content	Practical assignment project
Module 5: Equalization for drums
Module introduction	Knowledge
Kick drum	Practical assignment project
Snare drum	Practical assignment project
Hihat	Practical assignment project
Spectrogram	images
Module 6: Complementary equalization
Module introduction	Knowledge
Audio examples of complementary equalization	Audio examples
Practical assignment project on complementary equalization	Practical assignment project
Module 7: Equalization for vocals
Module introduction	Knowledge
Low-frequency removal	Practical assignment project
Correction of dips in the frequency response	Practical assignment project
Correction of peaks in the frequency response	Practical assignment project
Subjective enhancement using EQ	Practical assignment project
Module 8: Low-frequency equalization in mixing
Module introduction	Knowledge
Control of low-frequency EQ in mixing	Practical assignment project
Optimization of individual instruments through low-frequency EQ	Practical assignment project
Blending of instruments through low-frequency EQ	Practical assignment project
Blending of instruments without fader adjustment	Practical assignment project
Module 9: Graphic equalization
Module introduction	Knowledge
The difference between graphic and parametric EQ	Knowledge
The variety of response curves achievable with graphic EQ	Knowledge
Interaction between the bands of the graphic equalizer	Knowledge
Constant-Q	Knowledge
Practical assignment project on graphic EQ	Practical assignment project
Module 10: Match EQ
Module introduction	Knowledge
The typical relative energy in various bands of frequencies	Knowledge
Basic spectrum analysis	Knowledge
The difference between peak and RMS metering	Knowledge
Matching frequency balance characteristics using match EQ from first principles	Knowledge
Practical assignment project on match EQ	Practical assignment project
Module 11: Dynamic equalization
Module introduction	Knowledge
Introduction to dynamic equalization	Knowledge
Parallel equalization	Knowledge
Multi-band dynamic EQ	Knowledge
Practical assignment project in dynamic EQ	Practical assignment project
Module 12: Acoustic equalization
Module introduction	Knowledge
The resonance of partially enclosed spaces	Knowledge
The application of acoustic EQ to voices	Knowledge
The application of acoustic EQ to instruments	Knowledge
Practical assignment project in acoustic EQ	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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Product code: AM-PRO-EQ