MUS-170 Techniques of Audio Recording I

A study of mixer formats, patch bays, decibels, acoustics, and microphones. Emphasis is on gaining practical knowledge through working with recording equipment. Consideration is also given to production concepts and aesthetics. Students will work on both studio and field recording projects.

Credits

3

Corequisite

MUS-106

Department

• Visual and Performing Arts

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MUS 170: Techniques of Audio Recording I

Department

Visual and Performing Arts

Course Description

A study of mixer formats, patch bays, decibels, acoustics, and microphones. Emphasis is on gaining practical knowledge through working with recording equipment. Consideration is also given to production concepts and aesthetics. Students will work on both studio and field recording projects.

Credit Hours

3

Contact Hours

Lecture	4
Lab	0
Other	0

Grading Scheme

Letter

Corequisites

MUS-106

First Year Experience Course

Yes

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Operate basic studio equipment (microphones, patchbay, basic console navigation during the recording process, setting up a session and recording using industry standard software)
2. Practice basic skills within Avid's Pro Tools software (e.g. file management, internal/external routing, basic transport control).
3. Differentiate, through critical listening, microphones in a variety of situations.
4. Identify problems such as distortion and phasing.