Digital Audio (PBC403)

Overview

In the second term (or semester) this exciting, in depth module takes your Logic skills  further, following on from Sequencing. It is paired with the Music Composition module to further augment your skills and help you excel in your assignments. We examine cutting edge sampling techniques using the EXS24 and how to use automation to bring your tracks to life. Students get to grips with audio recording and editing. These techniques are essential if you want to be able to record vocals, guitar or other instruments in your work. Upload your music for DVR™ - expert analysis and video feedback on your work from your tutor. Students will be assessed through a range of diverse assignments. This module is worth 20 credits at level 4.

 

 

 

Content

Working With Audio in Logic

  • Importing audio files
  • Editing techniques
  • Bouncing audio tracK

Using Flex Time

  • Using the various algorithms
  • Working with markers
  • Manipulating & extracting groove

Getting Audio In Time

  • Working out the BPM of loops
  • Flex & classic tempo matching techniques
  • Creating breakbeats

Sampler part 1

  • The benefits of sampling over audio editing
  • Importing samples into your sampler (EXS24)
  • Configuring multiple outputs, creating instruments

Recording into Logic

  • Introduction to digital audio
  • Setting up Apple Logic Pro for recording
  • Recording on more than one channel

Sampling (part2)

  • Multi-sampling and velocity switching
  • Modulation: envelopes filters and LFO
  • Adding MIDI control to parameters

Creative audio editing

  • What is timestretching and how is it used?
  • What is pitchshifting and how is it used?
  • Creative audio processing. Key tips & tricks

Mixing (part 1)

  • The channel strip: editing channel settings
  • Grouping tracks: why & how?
  • Stereo enhancement plug-ins

Automation

  • Automating volume, effects, EXS24 parameters
  • Automating synth parameters
  • Editing automation

Mixing (part 2)

  • How to use EQ in Logic Pro
  • How and when to use compression, FX routing
  • Using insert effects and FX channel tracks

Recording and Editing Vocals

  • Setting up a good recording environment
  • Recording overdubs and backing vocals
  • Editing and "comping" the best take
 

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 Program details

Weeks: 36

Price:
£3,500.00

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Weeks: 12

 Available Dates
24th September 2012

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