MUS 171 - Audio Recording 2 Credits: 3 3 Skills Lab Hours
Prerequisites: MUS 170
Description This course builds upon the recording principles and techniques developed in MUS 170 , Audio Recording 1. It covers advanced signal processing, mixing and mastering techniques. Instruction is combined with practical application in both live and studio recording environments. Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Explain the relationship between mixing and mastering.
- Demonstrate proper microphone selection and placement for a variety of live and studio recording scenarios.
- Experiment with advanced signal processing, mixing and mastering techniques.
- Create audio recordings in both live and studio environments.
- Evaluate live and studio recordings.
Listed Topics
- Live and studio recording
- Microphone techniques
- Advanced signal processing techniques
- Advanced mixing techniques
- Mastering
Reference Materials textbook, digital audio workstation, music sequencing and editing software. Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Technological Competency
- Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 5/19/2016 Last Reviewed: 5/13/2021
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