Introduction to Audio is a six-hour introduction to audio recording basics in a studio environment - the perfect primer for students who may be unfamiliar with audio tools, concepts, and terminology. This hands-on workshop will prepare you for the concepts addressed in the Pro Tools 101 class and will serve as a foundation for your future study in the audio and recording arts. (Two evenings, three hours each)

Prerequisites: none

Topics

• Physical properties of sound
• Basic acoustics
• Cables and connectors
• Microphones
• Signal path
• Mixing consoles
• Signal processing
• Outboard gear
• Digital vs. analog

Participants will be introduced to vocabulary and concepts necessary for modern studio navigation.

Course Length

6 hours